About Ore Mine Road
Ore Mine Road is a expert hiking trail near Scranton in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania.. The surface is ground. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap.
Photo by Holly Mandarich on Unsplash
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Ore Mine Road
Scranton, Pennsylvania · Lackawanna County
Ore Mine Road is a expert hiking trail near Scranton in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania.. The surface is ground. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap.
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41.36660, -75.67434
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Weather at Ore Mine Road
Live forecast for the trailhead. Use it to pack and time your hike.
Today
Heavy Rain
74°/65°
💧 31%🌬 11mph
↑ 5:54 AM ↓ 8:24 PM
Wed
Light Rain
76°/63°
💧 10%🌬 11mph
↑ 5:55 AM ↓ 8:23 PM
Thu
Heavy Drizzle
71°/62°
💧 19%🌬 9mph
↑ 5:56 AM ↓ 8:22 PM
Fri
Light Drizzle
78°/59°
💧 4%🌬 3mph
↑ 5:57 AM ↓ 8:21 PM
Sat
Drizzle
79°/62°
💧 3%🌬 6mph
↑ 5:58 AM ↓ 8:19 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
What “Expert” Means
Long backcountry routes (20+ miles), alpine grades, via ferrata, or extremely technical terrain. For experienced hikers with proper conditioning, navigation skills, and gear.
Difficulty is derived from OpenStreetMap’s Swiss Alpine Club (SAC) hiking scale, trail visibility, surface, distance, and elevation gain. Always verify current conditions before heading out.
What to Pack & Wear
Personalised to this trail’s length, elevation, difficulty, and the live forecast.
👔 What to Wear
- Moisture-wicking T-shirtLight color, breathable.
- Lightweight shorts or pantsQuick-dry preferred — sweat dries fast.
- Brimmed sun hatBetter than a cap for back-of-neck protection.
- Trail runnersBreathable mesh uppers.
🎒 What to Pack
- WaterBring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
- High-energy snacksA snack for the trail.
- Sun protectionSunscreen, sunglasses, brimmed hat.
- Headlamp + spare batteriesLong days can run late — never rely on phone flashlight alone.
- First-aid kitBlister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
- Offline mapDownload your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
- Helmet (terrain-dependent)Expert routes may include scrambling or rockfall risk.
- Dry bags for electronicsPhone, camera, and snacks should stay dry.
Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.
Trail Safety in Pennsylvania
Trail conditions in Pennsylvania change with weather, season, and fire activity. Closures, washouts, and rerouting are common. Before heading out:
- Check with the land manager for current conditions and closures
- Tell someone your plan and expected return time
- Know your turn-around limits — conditions can change fast
- Carry the 10 essentials: water, food, navigation, first aid, light, fire, shelter, knife, sun protection, extra clothes
References & Maps
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