Imagine having to commute each day
for work by climbing 1000 steps. In the early 20th century
workers at the Jack's Mountain quarry had to make their way up the
mountain side daily whether sun, rain, or even snow. At first the
only way up the mountain was to follow the switch back railroad lines
that curved up the mountain side. In the 1930s workers constructed an
easier path up the mountain, straight up. Thus the 1000 Steps hiking
trail was born and is still available to climb today.
Just west of Mt. Union Pennsylvania
lies a part of the Allegheny mountains know as Jack's Mountain. The
area was quarried for sand and rock to help build heat proof furnaces
for the booming steel industry. At the base of the mountain, known as
Jack's narrows, Route 22 runs along the Juniatta river. This
essential pass was also home at one time or another to other great
transportation means such as the PA Turnpike, PA canal, and the PA
Railroad.
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1000 Steps can be enjoyed by anyone
who wishes to test their fitness. A small parking area sits along
Route 22 near the Mapleton Gas Station west of Mt. Union PA. The
trail head is a short walk from the parking area near the guide rail.
Water can be seen flowing off the mountain along the trail. The steps
are made from the rocks that litter the mountain. Some of the rocks
even have fossils to discover along the way. At the top of 1000
steps, 1030 to be exact, if you take the trail to the left you will
come across an old building. Continuing left and a short distance up
the mountain the best lookout is marked with an old rail. A breath
taking view awaits anytime of the year. However, my personal favorite
time is in the autumn watching the trains follow the Juniata river
into Mapleton. If you decide to take on this well worth challenge, my
best advise is to take your time and pack some water.
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