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5.2 miles
Distance
1,017 ft
Climb
-883 ft
Descent
00:41:55
Avg time
135 ft
Altitude change
1,103 ft
Altitude min
1,865 ft
Altitude max
1,103 ft
Altitude start
1,238 ft
Altitude end
0.49%
Grade
-45.952%
Grade max
43.266%
Grade min
3 miles
Distance climb
2 miles
Distance down
2,176 ft
Distance flat
00:41:55
Avg time
Blue Ball Road Details
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Activities
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- Trail Running
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Riding AreaCentre Hall
Laurelton, Pennsylvania -
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Local Popularity5 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 5 in Trail Running
- 5 in Hiking
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Trail TypeDirt/Gravel Road
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Bike TypeGravel, Adaptive MTB
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Climb DifficultyGreen
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Physical RatingModerate
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Trail VisibilityAlways easy to follow
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Dogs AllowedYes
A mixed paved, gravel road (mostly gravel on south side and mostly paved on north side) through Bald Eagle State Forest via Hecla Gap from hwy 64 in Mingoville to Brush Valley Rd. Connections to Green Valley Rd and Rag Valley Rd.
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- 23 miles avg distance
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- Last: Jun 1, 2026
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(40.925490, -77.645300)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Blue Ball Road
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Where is Blue Ball Road located?
Blue Ball Road is located in Centre Hall, Laurelton, Pennsylvania, United States. It is part of the Centre Hall trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 40.92549, -77.6453.
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What is the elevation gain for Blue Ball Road?
Blue Ball Road has 1,017 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 883 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,103 ft to 1,865 ft.
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Is Blue Ball Road a point to point trail?
Blue Ball Road is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is dirt/gravel road.
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How long is Blue Ball Road?
Blue Ball Road is 5.2 miles long. The trail type is dirt/gravel road.
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