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The Appalachian Trail marks the southern border of the Poconos, and many other trail systems offer waterfalls, spectacular viewing condition and a high concentration of rare plants and animals. Hiking trails in state parks lead to beautiful vistas and waterfalls, or by wetlands bubbling with life or through dark, old growth forests and to uncountable adventures and chances to see wildlife. Some trails are scenic or leisurely, while others are self-guiding, educational or rigorous exercise. Be sure to visit our national, state and local parks for even more opportunities to hike different parts of the Pocono Mountains region. If you want to learn more, click here.
Allegheny National Forest
Address
80 East Corydon Street
Bradford, Pennsylvania 16701
McKean County, USA
The Allegheny National Forest is full of trails and hiking adventure. They have thirteen different trails for hiking, scenery, biking, horses, and ATVs. To see more specifics on the trails click here.
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Ohiopyle State Park
Address
124 Main St, Ohiopyle, PA 15470
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If you like hiking, the Ohiopyle area has much to offer! The Great Allegheny Passage has 27 miles of trail in Ohiopyle State Park and connects to Pittsburgh, Pa and Cumberland, Maryland. This trail is suitable for all ages and is ADA accessible. Along the trail you will enjoy gorgeous scenery! There is a wide variety of hiking trails from short day hikes to challenging backpacking. Always bring a map and water and wear sturdy shoes when hiking. Insiders tip: Be sure to visit Cucumber Falls! Bring your camera and plan to stay an extra day or two more than you planned. One you get here you won't want to leave!
Laurel Ridge State Park
Address
1117 Jim Mountain Road, Rockwood, PA 15557
The 13,625-acre Laurel Ridge State Park stretches along Laurel Mountain from the picturesque Youghiogheny River at Ohiopyle, to the Conemaugh Gorge near Johnstown. This large park spans Cambria, Fayette, Somerset, and Westmoreland counties.
The main feature of the park is the 70-mile Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail, which provides the setting for a semi-wilderness backpacking and day hiking experience.
One of the most exciting reasons to visit the park is for its scenery. Spring wildflowers dot the forest floor in early April followed by a vibrant green forest as leaf-out begins in late April. If you want to learn more, click here!
Ricketts Glen State Park
History
Ricketts Glen State Park is one of the most scenic areas in Pennsylvania. This large park is comprised of 13,050 acres in Luzerne, Sullivan, and Columbia counties.
Ricketts Glen harbors the Glens Natural Area -- a National Natural Landmark. Hike the Falls Trail System to explore the glens, which boasts a series of wild, free-flowing waterfalls, each cascading through rock-strewn clefts in this ancient hillside.
The 94-foot Ganoga Falls is the highest of 22 named waterfalls. Old growth timber and diverse wildlife add to the beauty. If you want to learn more, click here.
695 State Route
487, Benton, PA 17814
Address
The Trails of Pennsylvania
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Pocono Mountains
Address
1004 W. Main St. Stroudsburg, PA 18360