Ricketts Glen State Park

[coxj93]

I have an upcoming stop at Ricketts Glen state park. On the reservation confirmation there is a notice that warns big rigs of steep roadway conditions approaching from the south on Rt. 487. To approach from the north it looks like an extra 60 miles.. Anyone have any experience with this area? Should I listen to the warning or just do what I usually do?

[tbutler]

Not familiar with the area but if the campground operators indicate this as a possible problem, I would expect that to be correct. I would call them to discuss exactly how steep and how long, is it a sudden change on a short grade that causes problems dragging or is it a long steep grade that can overtax the engine and transmission? Then you can make an informed decision for yourself. You may want to change your plans and go somewhere else.