В Ланкастерском графстве открыты пешеходные тропы у 30-метровых белых скал, образовавшихся из отходов карьера

Former Quarry Site in Lancaster County Offers Riverfront Trails, 30-Foot White Cliffs If you’re looking for an out-of-the-ordinary day trip experience from the Philadelphia region, make plans to travel to Lancaster County and discover Pennsylvania‘s little-known scenic gem for yourself. The White… If you're looking for an out-of-the-ordinary day trip experience from the Philadelphia region, make plans to travel to Lancaster County and discover Pennsylvania's little-known scenic gem for yourself. The White Cliffs of Conoy rise about 30 feet along the Susquehanna River. This structure was formed from quarry waste and byproducts that have eroded into a lunar-like landscape offering river views and a window into the area's industrial history. According to a report on the website Islands, these cliffs are the visible remnants of a 19th-century limestone-and-dolomite quarry that helped fuel steel production during World War I. The quarry declined by the 1950s. Today, the site has welcomed visitors and explorers since 2018. Adjacent to the cliffs lies the ghost town of Billmeyer. Its industrial remnants are slowly being reclaimed by nature, a detail underscored by reminiscences from a 101-year-old former resident who visited the site in 2016, according to Islands. There are two main access routes to the White Cliffs of Conoy for hikers and cyclists: a 1.5-mile southeast path from Koser Park and a three-mile route west from Riverfront Park, both following the Susquehanna Riverfront. Practical tips for visiting the natural attraction include wearing sturdy hiking boots, watching your footing on rainy days, and avoiding vandalism to help preserve the fragile landscape. Visitors can extend their experience along the Northwest Lancaster County River Trail and explore nearby Susquehanna Riverlands State Park for additional nature trails and scenery. The site makes an ideal day trip from Philadelphia and pairs well with nearby attractions such as Pennsylvania Dutch Country, Shrewsbury's farmers market, and Strasburg's antique and scenic train offerings.