Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
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Newville, Pennsylvania
Camp at Tom's Run Shelter
3 mi / 85 ft gainStarting from the small parking area on Bunkerhill Rd, head north (turn right) onto Michaux Rd. After about 1/3 of a mile you will reach the Appalachian Trail where you will want to head west (turn left).This will lead you on a leisurely hike through the woods (follow the white blazes). It won't ...Read more