Pennsylvania
Looking for the best chillin in Pennsylvania? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Pennsylvania. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top Chillin Spots in and near Pennsylvania
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Conestoga, Pennsylvania
Climb at Safe Harbor
3.3Directions: Drive to Safe Harbor. From Safe Harbor, take River Road south to Green Hill Road--this road is very windy. Drive towards Shenk's Ferry Wildflower Preserve. When you reach the tunnel, park on either side of the tunnel. There isn't too much parking here so I'd suggest carpooling.The tra...Read more -
Montoursville, Pennsylvania
Hike to Jacoby Run Falls
4.03.3 mi / 341 ft gainThe trailhead is at a large gravel parking area off of Wallis Run Road. The trail begins on a boardwalk over a wetland that leads into hemlock forest and mixed hardwoods.The yellow blazed trail follows Jacoby Hollow at a steady slight incline and leads to the 45 foot Jacoby Falls. Best times to...Read more -
Lehighton, Pennsylvania
Christman and Falls Trail Loop
4.02.35 mi / 283.46 ft gainAt the Christman Trailhead, hike a quick, flat 2.5 miles following the yellow trail markers through farm meadows and birch forests to the Falls Trail loop/intersection. Here hike the Falls trail which is a 0.5 mile loop that links back to the 2.5 mile section back to the parking area. Bridges and...Read more -
Clinton, Pennsylvania
Hike the Mineral Springs Loop
4.61.2 miStarting at the Frankfort Mineral Springs parking lot, this 1.2 mile loop winds along the creek and leads you up into the waterfall and old resort area.After you reach this picture perfect spot, you can continue on the rest of the loop. This will take you through a patch of pines and down a nice ...Read more -
Brown Township, Pennsylvania
Hike the Hemlock Mountain Loop
5.06.48 mi / 1200 ft gainThe trail starts where Naval Run Road ends. Follow the the blue blazes into Naval Run. After crossing Naval Run continue right up an old logging skid trail along the run. The trail will intersect with the Black Forest Trail at Naval Run Falls.The trail will follow the orange blazes of Black Fo...Read more -
Forksville, Pennsylvania
Camp at World's End Park Campground
5.0World's End Campground is tucked into a valley in the Loyalsock State Forest. Recreational opportunities abound here. Lay low and explore the valley, hike to the ridges and take in the views, or play in the Loyalsock creek which runs by the campground. The lush Pennsylvania wilderness makes for a...Read more -
Brown Township, Pennsylvania
Hike the Gas Line Ridge Loop
3.8 mi / 900 ft gainPark at the end of Naval Run Road, at the end of the road to the right, follow the sign for Lance Raisch Trail marked with yellow blazes. This is the first of three trails that this loop will use. The Lance Raisch Trail climbs in elevation along Naval Run and after about a quarter mile will ins...Read more -
McIntyre Township, Pennsylvania
Explore Rock Run
5.0Rock Run is a place that I would not turn down a chance to explore again and again. It is easy to get lost in your own thoughts reflecting on the beauty of the surroundings, swim in the always chilled waters, or get out your fishing pole and catch some trout during the season.After making your w...Read more -
Mifflinburg, Pennsylvania
Stroll along the Rapid Run Nature Trail
1.09 miThere are multiple ways to access and start the trail, there is a small parking area near the intersection of McCall Dam Road and Route 192 or you can access from the other end near the beach at Halfway Lake. The trail is well marked with yellow blazes and easy to fall. This is a simple hike, b...Read more -
Emporium, Pennsylvania
Drive Ridge Road in Elk State Forest
3 miA drive along Ridge Road will bring you to five scenic vistas looking out over remote Elk State Forest. You can drive the road and simply stop at the vistas, or you can do an out and back hike from anywhere along the road. On my last visit, I parked at the southern most vista, Square Timber Vist...Read more -
Ohiopyle, Pennsylvania
Explore Cucumber Falls
4.30.25 mi / 30 ft gainJust off Kentuck Road, at the southern end of Ohiopyle State Park, you arrive at Cucumber Falls' marked parking lot. Access to this lot is limited (about 20 cars). Most of the time you will be able to find a spot, but when not, parking on the side of the road is perfectly acceptable.Walking down ...Read more -
Dingmans Ferry, Pennsylvania
Hornbecks Creek Waterfall
4.32.16 mi / 226 ft gainFollow the Hornbeck Creek Trail for approximately 1 mile, until the trail comes to an end and opens up into the waterfall and large pool beneath it. There is a rope swing to the left of the falls for swimming. Driving Directions: From 209, enter into the Delaware Water Gap and in between the 10...Read more -
Morris, Pennsylvania
Hike the Gillespie Point Loop
5.3 mi / 1166 ft gainFrom the Blackwell parking access at the route 414 bridge that crosses Pine Creek, walk on 414 east towards Babb's Creek. Shortly after crossing the single lane bridge over Babb's Creek, you will turn right onto Big Run Road.Follow Big Run Road for about 2 miles and when the road makes a sharp t...Read more -
Ellwood City, Pennsylvania
Hike to Slippery Rock Creek from Hell's Hollow
5.04.6 miThis nicely groomed trail starts at Hell's Hollow and branches off to the left. The trails total length is 24 miles long, but we chose to start off slow and go with an out and back just to the creek. This is a 2.3 mile hike one way which also has some steep inclines and a few switch backs.The sta...Read more -
White Haven, Pennsylvania
Kayak the Francis E. Walter Dam
5.0The Francis E. Walter Dam, located in White Haven, Pennsylvania, is truly an amazing location. Constructed in 1961, Francis E. Walter Dam, has prevented nearly $180 million in flood damages to the Lehigh River Valley. The reservoir was designated for recreation use by Congress in 1988. While kaya...Read more -
Greentown, Pennsylvania
Camp at Rustic Bear Wallow Cabins
Rustic Bear Wallow Cabins are the ideal compromise between going camping and staying home. Enjoy an intimate connection with the natural landscape of Pennsylvania, including two lakes and the Pocono Plateau of Promised Land State Park. Explore the rich landscape, enjoy the water, and come home to...Read more