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    • Benton, Pennsylvania

      Falls Trail Loop in Ricketts Glen State Park

      4.9
      6.29 mi / 938 ft gain
      Ricketts Glen State Park in Pennsylvania sprawls over 13,050 acres in the Luzerne, Sullivan and Columbia counties. The park boasts a lake, 21 named waterfalls, diverse wildlife and old growth timber. There are two Falls Trails alternatives – a long and short loop. The long loop is 7.2 miles long...
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    • Kempton, Pennsylvania

      Hike the Pinnacles and Pulpit Rock

      4.2
      9 mi / 1200 ft gain
      Park in the lot near the Hamburg Reservoir and hike around the barrier and up the gravel road. Shortly on your right the Appalachian Trail branches off the road. Follow the white blazes of the AT for around 2 miles to the Pulpit Rocks, just before the trail passes the Lehigh Valley Astronomical S...
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    • Bushkill, Pennsylvania

      Bushkill Falls Loop

      3.8
      1.89 mi / 331 ft gain
      Bushkill Falls offers visitors a choice of 4 different trails to explore. All trails are very well maintained, making this trip safe for the whole family. The most rewarding trail is the Red Trail. This route brings you to all 8 of Bushkill's waterfalls. Taking the trail counter-clockwise, you w...
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    • Tinicum Township, Pennsylvania

      Hike the High Rocks State Park Loop

      4.6
      1.5 mi
      High Rocks State Park, a section of Ralph Stover State Park, offers visitors some of the best views in Eastern Pennsylvania. Across from the parking lot on Tory Road, you will find the main trailhead. This will lead you to several different trail options, all varying in length, and all bringing y...
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    • Dingmans Ferry, Pennsylvania

      Explore Dingmans Falls

      3.8
      0.4 mi
      The waterfall is about 0.2 miles into the hike. I would recommend going to the very top of the biggest waterfall towards the end of the hike, there are steps leading up to it! There's also a hidden water hole at the very top of the waterfall about 0.2 miles up stream, I saw people in it during th...
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    • Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

      Hike to Glen Onoko Falls

      4.6
      4.1 mi / 987 ft gain
      *Again, this hike is CURRENTLY CLOSEDThere are several WRONG ways to do this trail. Follow these simple instructions to get the most out of all Glen Onoko has to offer: Parking: Parking in the correct location is the most important step to this trail. Beware: typing in Glen Onoko Falls in Google ...
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    • Malvern, Pennsylvania

      Hike Valley Forge

      3.9
      2.5 mi
      There are many trails to choose from on Mt. Misery and a good place to start is at the parking lot located at the intersection of Yellow Springs Road and Library Lane (off of the main Valley Creek Road).The Mt. Misery Trail starts there, heads up through the trees about 0.75 miles and meets up wi...
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    • Ellwood City, Pennsylvania

      Hike McConnell's Mill State Park

      4.8
      A trip to McConnell's Mill is a great idea at any time of year. Hiking trails that follow the Slippery Rock Gorge offer scenic views while the relaxing sound of Slippery Rock Creek echoes in the background. At one end of the park, you'll find the old Mill House along the banks of the creek as wel...
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    • Kane, Pennsylvania

      Exploring Kinzua Bridge State Park

      4.6
      Considered the Eighth Wonder of the World when it was built, the Kinzua Viaduct is truly amazing and a must see. The Kinzua Viaduct or Kinzua Bridge was built in 1881 and rebuilt in 1990 where it served as the world's tallest and longest railroad structure for a few years. In 2003 an F1 tornado s...
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    • Kempton, Pennsylvania

      Hike the Hawk Mountain Lookout Trail

      4.5
      4.5 mi / 500 ft gain
      The 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...
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    • Mill Run, Pennsylvania

      Explore Fallingwater

      4.8
      "Fallingwater is the name of a house built over a waterfall in southwest Pennsylvania. Frank Lloyd Wright, America’s most famous architect, designed the house for his clients, the Kaufmann family. Fallingwater was built between 1936 and 1939. It instantly became famous, and today it is a Natio...
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    • Ellwood City, Pennsylvania

      Hike Through Hells Hollow

      4.0
      1 mi
      Hells Hollow is part of McConnell's Mill State Park. It is a short and quick hike with things to do and see the entire way! During the winter the snow turns this place into a life-like snow globe, while in the spring the wildflowers make for beautiful sights.Start off by parking at the Hells Hol...
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    • Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

      Hike to Bake Oven Knob

      5.0
      0.76 mi
      The 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...
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    • Bangor, Pennsylvania

      Hike Mount Minsi

      3.6
      This is a great 5.5 mile hike at the Delaware Water Gap. You follow the Appalachian Trail the entire time (white marked trail) as it climbs to the top on Mt Minsi. There are multiple viewpoints on your way up that provide a great view of the water gap as well as some very picturesque trail points...
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    • Albrightsville, Pennsylvania

      Hawk Falls in Hickory Run State Park

      4.1
      0.68 mi / 108 ft gain
      Hawk Falls is located in Hickory Run State Park, Pennsylvania in the Poconos Mountains. The trail is mostly downhill, with some slippery sections so wear adequate shoes and take caution when you approach the falls. A rock outcrop at the top of the falls makes for a great lookout point. The 0.7 ou...
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    • Clinton, Pennsylvania

      Hike the Mineral Springs Loop

      4.7
      1.2 mi
      Starting 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 ...
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    Camping and Lodging in Pennsylvania

    Alosa Campsites
    Middle Smithfield Township, Pennsylvania

    Alosa Campsites

    Philadelphia / West Chester KOA Holiday
    Coatesville, Pennsylvania

    Philadelphia / West Chester KOA Holiday

    Lancaster / New Holland KOA Journey
    New Holland, Pennsylvania

    Lancaster / New Holland KOA Journey

    Elizabethtown / Hershey KOA Holiday
    Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania

    Elizabethtown / Hershey KOA Holiday

    Blue Marsh Lake (Dry Brooks Day Use Area)
    Leesport, Pennsylvania

    Blue Marsh Lake (Dry Brooks Day Use Area)

    Outflow Recreation Area (Pa)
    Tionesta, Pennsylvania

    Outflow Recreation Area (Pa)

    Guides, Insights and Stories from Pennsylvania

    Why Ricketts Glen, Pennsylvania Is a Waterfall Paradise

    Why Ricketts Glen, Pennsylvania Is a Waterfall Paradise

    Corey Ford

    10 Awesome Hikes in Pennsylvania

    10 Awesome Hikes in Pennsylvania

    The Outbound Collective

    Keystone Dreamin': A Road Trip on Pennsylvania Route 6

    Keystone Dreamin': A Road Trip on Pennsylvania Route 6

    Jack Tumen