Address: Breakneck Bridge Road, Portersville, PA

Although it’s not the most recognizable landmark in McConnell’s Mill State Park, Cleland Rock is so incredible no visit to the park is complete without stopping at the overlook. Cleland Rock sits atop the rim of the Slippery Rock Creek Gorge, towering over 400 feet above the creek. The view is a little narrow and isn’t great for panoramic shots but don’t let that dissuade you from checking it out. What you can see from the vista is as good as any view in Western Pennsylvania or Ohio.

Cleland Rock Overlook

Getting to Cleland Rock
From the center of McConnell’s Mill State Park (2697 McConnell’s Mill Road, Portersville, PA) take Kennedy Road south over Kildoo Bridge until it intersects with Cheeseman Road. Turn left onto Cheeseman Road then turn right onto Pfeifer Road. Follow this road briefly then turn right onto Magee Road. Follow Magee Road until it ends at Breakneck Bridge Road then turn right. Right after turning a dirt road veers off from the road on the left. Turn onto this road and follow it until it ends in a parking lot. You are now at Cleland Rock! Enjoy.

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