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Top trails in Pennsylvania (5)

Lehigh Gorge SP
Hard
Glen Onoko Falls (closed) – Lehigh Gorge

Use the Lehigh Gorge Trail; the falls trail is closed indefinitely. 0 mi with about 900 ft of elevation gain. This is a challenging hike with real elevation and exposure in places; start early, pack layers, and check current trail conditions before you go.

Distance:
4.0 mi
Gain:
900 ft
Type:
Loop
Ricketts Glen SP
Hard
Falls Trail

21 named waterfalls in one loop. 2 mi with about 1,000 ft of elevation gain. This is a challenging hike with real elevation and exposure in places; start early, pack layers, and check current trail conditions before you go.

Distance:
7.2 mi
Gain:
1,000 ft
Type:
Loop
Delaware Water Gap NRA
Hard
Mt. Minsi

Pennsylvania side of the Water Gap. 7 mi with about 1,100 ft of elevation gain. This is a challenging hike with real elevation and exposure in places; start early, pack layers, and check current trail conditions before you go.

Distance:
4.7 mi
Gain:
1,100 ft
Type:
Out & Back
Bear Run Nature Reserve
Moderate
Bear Run Loop

Hemlock-and-rhododendron loop above Fallingwater. 0 mi with about 900 ft of elevation gain. Expect a steady workout with some sustained climbing — solid footwear and a couple of liters of water are recommended.

Distance:
6.0 mi
Gain:
900 ft
Type:
Loop
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary
Moderate
Hawk Mountain Skyline Trail

Famous fall raptor migration overlook. 0 mi with about 850 ft of elevation gain. Expect a steady workout with some sustained climbing — solid footwear and a couple of liters of water are recommended.

Distance:
4.0 mi
Gain:
850 ft
Type:
Loop