Join the park naturalist on a 1.5 mile hike along the Gerard Hiking Trail as we explore one of the many famous stories from "The wickedest town east of the Mississippi."  We'll trek from the Petroleum Centre Train Station past the Petroleum Centre Cemetery, eventually coming to the Benninghoff Tableau.  The naturalist will offer pieces of the historic Benninghoff Robbery story, where $250,000 went missing overnight!  Who done it?  Was the money recovered?  Come find out!

This hike is fairly easy, but there are hilly and rocky sections.  Please wear comfortable hiking shoes, and bring something to drink.

Registration is required.  You can register by clicking the green button or by calling the park naturalist at 814.676.1810.

Face masks are required for all in-person programming, and must be worn for the duration of the program.

Access for People with Disabilities

If you need an accommodation to participate in park activities due to disability, please contact the park you plan to visit.  With a minimum of one-week notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.