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Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania has one of the most varied trail mixes in the East: deep river gorges, old-growth forest remnants, waterfall glens, rail-trail corridors, and long Appalachian ridgelines. Western Pennsylvania offers rugged ravines and hemlock valleys, central Pennsylvania brings broad plateau and canyon views, and the east mixes classic waterfall routes with high-ridge lookouts.
Best Seasons to Hike
- Spring: Strong waterfall flow and cool temps in gorge systems.
- Summer: Great canopy cover in forests, but humidity and storms are common.
- Fall: Peak foliage across ridges, canyons, and state-park loops.
- Winter: Quiet trails and wide vistas, with ice/mud on steep sections.
Waterfall and Trail Character
Pennsylvania trails feature multi-falls circuits, gorge overlooks, rocky Appalachian ridges, and long rail-trail valley routes.
Access, Permits, and Fees
Most state park trailheads are straightforward day-use access points. Weekend and peak-foliage parking can fill early.
Safety and Conditions Guidance
Wet rock, leaf cover, and flashier creek conditions increase risk on steep trails. Tick checks are important in warm months.
Trail Locations in Pennsylvania
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Trails in Pennsylvania
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Alan Seeger Natural Area Loop
huntingdon County
Old-growth hemlock loop with stream-side footing and lush canopy.
Appalachian Trail Lehigh Gap to Bake Oven Knob
carbon County
Rugged Appalachian section with exposed ridge and valley views.
Barbour Rock Trail
tioga County
Short overlook walk with classic Pennsylvania canyon views.
Baughman Trail Ohiopyle
fayette County
Steady climb to panoramic overlooks above Ohiopyle and the river.
Beam Rocks Trail
westmoreland County
Short but scenic Laurel Highlands hike to dramatic rock outcrops.
Bilgers Rocks Trail
clearfield County
Family-friendly route among sandstone outcrops and corridors.
Black Forest Trail Slate Run Segment
potter County
Rugged backcountry segment with deep hollows and plateau views.
Bushkill Falls Main Trail
pike County
Classic Pennsylvania waterfall route with multiple cascades and boardwalk sections.
Buttermilk Falls Trail Beaver
beaver County
Short approach to a picturesque roadside-access waterfall.
Butternut Trail Worlds End
sullivan County
Rolling woodland trail through mixed hardwood forest terrain.
Buzzard Swamp Trail
forest County
Wetland-focused path with wildlife viewing and gentle rolling terrain.
Canyon Vista Trail Worlds End
sullivan County
Signature Worlds End route to dramatic canyon overlooks.
Chickies Rock Overlook Trail
lancaster County
Short climb to prominent Susquehanna River overlook.
Chuck Keiper Trail
clinton County
Remote loop route through wild central Pennsylvania forest blocks.
Clarion River Lands Trail
forest County
River-adjacent trail with mixed hardwood and hemlock cover.
Cold Run Trail Worlds End
sullivan County
Creek-side route in Worlds End with rock and water features.
Colton Point Rim Trail
tioga County
Rim trail segment with gorge vistas and wooded passages.
Conestoga Trail Pinnacle Overlook Segment
lancaster County
Susquehanna ridge segment leading to classic river-overlook viewpoints.
Cook Forest Fire Tower Trail
forest County
Forest route to elevated views near old-growth sections.
Cucumber Falls Trail
fayette County
Quick access trail to one of Ohiopyle's most photographed waterfalls.
Dingmans Falls Boardwalk Trail
pike County
Accessible boardwalk route to a major Delaware Water Gap waterfall.
Double Run Nature Trail Worlds End
sullivan County
Short interpretive trail with streams and dense forest cover.
Falls Trail Raccoon Creek
beaver County
Waterfall and stream route in Raccoon Creek State Park.
Ferncliff Peninsula Trail
fayette County
Loop through rare habitat peninsula between river channels.