Trail Overview

This trail leads to The Bucktail Overlook (aka Top of the World Vista) near Driftwood, Pennsylvania. This beautiful vista has almost 360-degree panoramic views of the mountain tops within the PA Wilds. The two-mile trek up Mason Hill Road will take you up 1200 feet in elevation to see the majestic views on the top. The views are spectacular on a clear day or night; sunset views here are worth waiting for.

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Difficulty

This is a no winter maintenance township road that should be avoided in poor weather conditions.

Technical Rating

Jason Fleming

Sep 14, 2025

Open

Nice windy road up to the Bucktail Overlook. Steep drop off and pretty narrow a few places but 3 seasons friendly for any vehicle.

andy thomas

Mar 22, 2025

Open

the overlook is almost a full 360 degree view of the surrounding area around driftwood. if coming up from rt 555 the climb is very steep, narrow and winding. should be avoided during winter but spring-fall should be fine for any stock AWD/4wd vehicle. the road is narrow and passing another vehicle can be difficult.

Mike Walker

Sep 13, 2024

Open

Dry and easy.

Chris Luthart

Feb 17, 2024

Open

Jared B

Jul 09, 2023

Open