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Lower Trail Trailhead Reopening Soon
Alfarata trailhead to reopen after temporary closure for utility project
Mar. 31, 2026 at 1:30pm
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The temporary closure of a popular trailhead is soon to be lifted, restoring access to a beloved local hiking destination.Alexandria TodayThe Alfarata trailhead of the Lower Trail near Alexandria, Pennsylvania is expected to reopen by April 7 following temporary closures for the FirstEnergy Warrior Ridge Rebuild Project. Repairs on the Dilling Bridge, near mile markers 9 and 10, which has been closed since August, are also progressing with a target reopening in June or July.
Why it matters
The Lower Trail is a popular hiking and biking destination for local residents, and the reopening of the Alfarata trailhead will restore access to this section of the trail. The Dilling Bridge repairs will also improve connectivity along the trail system.
The details
Work on the 0.7-mile section of the Lower Trail near the Alfarata trailhead was slightly delayed by storms, but is expected to be completed shortly, according to officials with Penelec, the local utility company overseeing the Warrior Ridge Rebuild Project.
- The Alfarata trailhead is expected to reopen by April 7, 2026.
- The Dilling Bridge, near mile markers 9 and 10, has been closed since August and is targeted to reopen in June or July 2026.
The players
Penelec
The local utility company overseeing the Warrior Ridge Rebuild Project, which caused the temporary closure of the Alfarata trailhead.
What’s next
The Dilling Bridge repairs are expected to be completed in June or July 2026, restoring full connectivity along the Lower Trail.
The takeaway
The reopening of the Alfarata trailhead and the upcoming repairs to the Dilling Bridge will help maintain access and connectivity for local residents who enjoy the Lower Trail for hiking, biking, and other outdoor recreation.