Sweet Valley, Pennsylvania
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Penn Forest Township, Pennsylvania
Tank Hollow Vista
4.03.33 mi / 272 ft gainThis is a simple, short hike to a fantastic vista looking out over the Lehigh River Gorge. The trailhead for the hike to Tank Hollow Vista is along Behrens Road just outside of Jim Thorpe, PA. Most of the hike is on state game lands. If the gate is open from the first lot, you can shorten this h...Read more -
Forksville, Pennsylvania
Catch a Sunset on Bear Wallow Pond
Bear Wallow Pond is classified as a 22 acre lake in Sullivan County, Pennsylvania found on some mountain roads. It is small, but still big enough to explore around and enjoy a relaxing paddle through lily pads. There is an easy access boat launch to launch your kayak or canoe and descent siz...Read more -
Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania
Bike the Switchback Trail around Mauch Chunk Lake Park
5.011 miThe trail entrance can be found by going up Broadway and taking Hill Road to the right at the Opera House. At the top of Hill Road will be the entrance to the trail; there is a nice little wooden sign so you don't miss it. This trail can be hiked or biked; we chose to do some mountain biking.Th...Read more -
Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania
Bike the Lehigh Gorge Trail: Lock #2
4 miIt was a rainy day, which brings along mud (but I think mountain biking is better in the rain and mud anyways).Enter the trail by going through the county parking lot and to the left end under the bridge. The trail starts along the tracks and you can admire the restored old rail cars. Cross ove...Read more -
Williamsport, Pennsylvania
Hike Smith's Knob Hike via the Loyalsock Trail
5.08.3 mi / 1400 ft gainSmith's Knob is a short, but fairly challenging section of the overall Loyalsock Trail. Smith's Knob has a distinctively round peak, and viewed from Rider Park, sticks out to all very easily. The trail starts off very steep, and will require some effort right away. However, it soon becomes more o...Read more -
Williamsport, Pennsylvania
Backpack the Old Logger's Path
5.027 miThe Old Logger's Path follows abandoned logging roads in a loop through the Loyalsock State Forest. There are multiple places to join the trail, but most people start in the ghost town of Masten, PA.Highlights include Rock Run, noted by many as the most beautiful steam in Pennsylvania. Vistas alo...Read more -
Lehighton, Pennsylvania
Hike the Falls Trail at Beltzville State Park
4.05.5 miAt 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 -
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 -
Trout Run, Pennsylvania
Hike the Katy Jane Trail in Rider Park
4 mi / 560 ft gainHiking, trail running, mountain bike riding, cross country skiing and other low impact recreational activities are all part of what Rider Park has to offer. My personal favorite is the 3.6 mile Katy Jane Trail with a 560 vertical rise. It begins on the right side of the parking area. The trails a...Read more -
Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania
Hike to Bake Oven Knob
5.00.76 miThe trail is VERY rocky and stepping up the rocks requires proper footwear. From the beginning of the trail, hike until you reach an opening filled with rocks and boulders. Stay to the left of this and you will see the unmarked trail continue. After climbing up this, there is an overlook to the N...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 -
Montgomery, Pennsylvania
Hike through SGL 252
4.76 mi / 400 ft gainWhat was once known as the town of Alvira PA, is now known as State Game Lands number 252. During WWII the land was seized by the army and used as an army ordnance. Because of its past, while you are exploring, be on the lookout for old ammunition bunkers that have succumb to years of neglect, an...Read more -
Trout Run, Pennsylvania
Fish at Rose Valley Lake
4.0Rose Valley Lake, if you did not know is not a natural lake, it is man made. Construction of the 389-acre lake was completed in 1972. I prefer to fish for bass from the boat, but I will not hesitate to go out ice fishing in the winter either. On the lake, boats are limited to electric motors or g...Read more -
Walnutport, Pennsylvania
Lehigh Gap via Appalachian Trail
4.52.15 mi / 817 ft gainLehigh Gap was formed by the Lehigh River carving a large hole in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. One side is owned and operated by the Lehigh Gap Nature Center and has some great hikes, but this side is government-owned. Parking for this portion of the Appalachian Travel is up a litt...Read more -
Kempton, Pennsylvania
Hike the Hawk Mountain Lookout Trail
4.54.5 mi / 500 ft gainThe 4.5 mile loop Hawk Mountain Lookout Trail takes you up to great views of the skyline of Pennsylvania. Surrounded by the rolling forested landscape and open sky, this trail is scenic through and through. Hike in the Spring to catch the flourishing wildflowers, and keep your eyes peeled for eag...Read more -
Williamsport, Pennsylvania
Kayak from Susquehanna State Park
This adventure can be started from the boat launch at Susquehanna State Park in Williamsport, PA. The river is slow moving and calm in this section. Since the river is slow you can easily paddle up river and then return to the same boat launch. A short round trip can be made by paddling west ...Read more