Pennsylvania is constantly full of surprises. Just when you think you’ve seen it all, you discover another spectacular spot, like this one tucked away in Lancaster County. Pull on your sturdiest, most comfortable walking shoes. Charge your smartphone (because pictures are a must!). And, head to Koser Park in Bainbridge to experience one of the most stunning geological wonders in Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvanians had to wait nearly three decades, until just a few years ago, to experience the White Cliffs of Conoy, once on private land, up close.
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Park at nearby Koser Park before strolling the 1.5-mile trail that will lead you straight to the geological wonder that has attracted curiosity seekers for decades.
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Along the way, you’ll pass the remnants of a former quarry. The cliffs, and the area around them, once housed a limestone quarry that first opened in the mid-1800s.
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The quarry — and others in Lancaster County — played a crucial role in the area and during World War II. However, the companies regularly dumped its limestone and dolomite waste along the river.
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That waste is believed to have formed what are now the White Cliffs of Conoy that today sit 60 feet above the river and “125 yards wide and 90 yards deep,” according to Lancaster Online.
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Visitors are welcome to explore the White Cliffs of Conoy, which now sit on public land. However, Conoy Township advises all visitors to take extreme caution while on the cliffs.
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No bikes or other vehicles, motorized or otherwise, are permitted on the cliffs. Pets and children are allowed but should be closely supervised as there are numerous steep drop offs.
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Enjoy the stunning views of the river from atop the cliffs, where visitors are instructed to remain behind the safety fence.
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The White Cliffs of Conoy also provide the perfect setting for watching an unforgettable sunset behind the Susquehanna River.
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Koser Park 107 Race Street Bainbridge, PA 17502
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