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struction, this section of the trail has been described as looking more like a city
park than a state park, but how many city parks have waterfalls running through
them?
A view from the trail into McKay Hollow
The trail begins at the hikers' parking lot and loops the north plateau to the
west. As it moves along a wonderful bluff, it passes a small creek and a nice wa-
terfall. Traveling through a picnic area, evidence of the CCC influence is seen
with the ruins of the Monte Sano Tavern. The tavern was built in 1937 but was
destroyed by fire in 1947. This is one of the largest remains of CCC buildings in
the state and is an excellent example of the stonemasonry of the corps.
Continuing on to the west, an amphitheater, also constructed by the CCC, will
be seen. It is used for a variety of entertainment and educational programs. Just
past the amphitheater, a beautiful 70-foot waterfall tumbles down the rocks and is
a haven for artists painting and drawing any time of the year. As the trail loops
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