Water was scarce but still no major issues. -If you're planning to do just a section I highly recommend mile 23 to mile 44. From then on youll only get a couple of short climbs so pat yourself on the back. The first day was my least favorite as a lot of it, approximately 6 miles is spent walking on a hard packed gravel road, good for time, bad for overall experience of the hike. It is easily accessible, and fairly a gentile trail, however, the beginning is still a relatively rocky and will require some initial effort. Was thinking of hiking Memorial day week but I dont want to risk Jax from injury. After walking another quarter of a mile, going way too far from where he shouldve been, we turned around. Nestled in the Endless Mountains, the Loyalsock Trail (known as the "LT") is a 56.4 mile through hike in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Still visible are old 2" X 6" rectangular yellow paint blazes with a 1" horizontal red stripe. For your safety and the safety of all Trail Runners, all hikers need to be aware of the dates of those Runs and the general segments of the LT which will be affected on the respective dates. Pass a rock outcrop known as Porkys Den due to the porcupines that live there. We heard what sounded like someone snapping wood. Just some chipmunks, frogs, newts, millipedes, and one garter snake. Descend to the campground at LT mile 44.17, turning right on Canyon Vista Trail (blue blazes). Reach Hessler Branch with camping and water. Follow the grade and then leave it, descending to Rock Run Road. Resupply: There are no readily available places to resupply on the trail. Leaving mile 22. Its very detailed, featuring maps, historical information, mileages, and campsite suggestions. Completing 18 miles on day one, we shared the campsite with two self-identified Jersey Boys, who wed occasionally see on and off throughout the trek. He just grabbed a rope with his bare hands ran down the face. Pretty stream although right now the rocks following the trail are very muddy and slippery. Plenty of water sources along the trail but might need to carry more in a few spots that lead up to ridge lines. Also, if you are planning on doing the trail during dry season water sources can be scarce so plan accordingly. 154 within that segment. From Sones its on to Haystacks for a swim and a snack before finishing out the trail with an easy 2 mile stroll. It is a classic Pennsylvania backpacking trail. Map 1- Eastern Terminus (Mead Road) to Worlds End State Park Office (13 miles). Hiking North East and following guide book. Leah Wynalek is a writer, hiker, and runner from Philadelphia. This makes it much easier to more permanently move through pages of the Guide, as you navigate across the Trail. Eastbound. If I do trail again I would take 5 days so I could enjoy the scenery a bit more. Driving and Shuttle: We drove two cars from Philadelphia (just under 3 hours travel) and parked one at the Dutchman Falls lot, where there are plenty of spacesno overnight permit required. Loyalsock Trail The Alpine Club invites you to hike the Loyalsock Trail in hopes that you will enjoy, explore, and protect the wild lands and places of natural beauty! Avoid hiking during bear and deer hunting seasons from around Thanksgiving through most of December; you can find seasonal dates listed on the Pennsylvania Game Commission website. Maps & Guides The Alpine Club of Williamsport's Loyalsock Trail Guide is a must-have, and comes in a rustic-looking cover. Hiked from the end of the Loyalsock Trail to Worlds End State Park. Jump to a Section: Camping, Water Sources, and Navigating the Loyalsock Trail. This is a great trail, but more than 54 miles. An ideal place to cache food is along Dry Run Road. I lost my rain fly and had to backtrack about 1.5 miles to look for it. The Flora was amazing. Under pine canopy, close to water, respect the water source, Rocky trail very challenging btwn mile 45-46, Cemetery appx 0.25 miles from mile marker 19, Mile 6.65 steep descent with unstable surface , eventually levels off to gradual descent they mile 7. Watch going dry times of year because water table is low and camping spots are more limited + Angel Falls was a trickle. Group tenting by reservation is at LT mile 46.17. It shows all the state, local and forestry roads, and State Forest hiking Trails, including a bird's eye view ofthe entire Loyalsock Trail. Remember, trucks and equipment always have the right of way! definitely glad I had my poles too, great to the falls, hiked in ANOTHER snowstorm (got 12 inches) couldn't see where we were stepping at all so took the cheater way up to the road. Want to report conditions for this trail? The LT is blazed with yellow disks having red LT letters in the center. Loyalsock State Forest includes portions of: Sullivan County Lycoming County Bradford County The forest spans the northern tier's "Endless Mountains" region and primarily consists of northern hardwoods forest type. I did the All-Trail GPS on my hike and it came back at 17 miles. Blazes: Yellow with a red LT. First backpacking trip of the season and reminded me I need to up my cardio game. Pass a campsite and cross Dry Run Road. Loyalsock Trail, one of the best point-to-point remote backpacking trails in the state, and the complete Old Loggers Path, a 27 mi. Approaching the finish, I couldnt hold back the tears anymore. There are a number of great trails within the park that offer stunning views and waterfalls. The LT descends to and crosses Brunnderdale Run and then crosses Brunnerdale Road. Nestled in the Endless Mountains, theLoyalsockTrail (known as the "LT") is a 56.4 mile through hike in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Now that I know I can do the LT, I know I can do more. I tried bandaging them and covering them up with anything I could find. Reach stunning Canyon Vista. I think the trail is a little easier that way and saves some of the best views for the end of the hike. Reach Alpine Vista with a dry campsite, a steep descent brings you to the equally beautiful Lower Alpine Vista. While landowners have not objected to hikers crossing their properties, camping and fires are not permitted. Cross the bridge and follow the road. and the Trail Runs intersect with some segments of the Loyalsock Trail between Mile 22.08 (Brunnerdale Road) and Mile 53.32 (the Iron Bridge), additionally including the entire Red-X Link Trail. Highly recommend. I slept so well the previous night though, that I had some extra energy. Other websites: Loyalsock State Forest, Worlds End State Park. For more detail, review the following course maps: On Saturday June 10, between 9:00am and approximately 11:00am, the LT welcomes the Smith Knob Scramble. Reading the Blazes. If you prefer steep descents, hike west. Hunting is currently not permitted on Sundays. On old railroad grade sections, watch for large roots on trail. We did a lot of trail maintenance as we hiked along during layovers for a couple days here and there. Trail guide and maps: available for sale from the Alpine Club of Williamsport. So many beautiful things today. Soften up, trust yourself some more. Thanks for the [emailprotected] and sharing here! Dont miss the chance to climb across and swim in The Haystacks around mile 57! The Runs traverse through many of that area's hiking trails, logging roads, horse trails, etc. From mile 14 to mile 20 you are hiking on a private road and aside two vistas, the fist 14 miles do not provide much else. Though there are a fair amount of water crossings, most are small and you may be able to rock-hop all of them save the final oneover Loyalsock Creek, where a car/pedestrian bridge is provided. Alpine Club of Williamsport Black dots are large rocks. Continue up Ketchum Run with fine camping. Hike through beautiful hemlock forests. Great write up. Purple Lizard Maps is a trademark of Purple Lizard Publishing LLC. We took 5 days and enjoyed every minute. It follows mountain ridges and alongside streams, and also passes a few lakes and ponds. Unreserved sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. If you hike at a decent pace 1.5-2mph and dont stop constantly for long breaks you can easily bang out 15-20 miles from 9am-6pm leaving plenty of time for enjoying the views and the fun campsite aspects of backpacking. The fastest known finish time appears to be an absurd 13 hours and 32 minutes, though most of us arent in that kind of shape. Elevation: 1,932 feet (589 meters) USGS Map Area: Eagles Mere Feature Type: Trail Nearby Trails Loyalsock Trail is listed in the Trails Category for Sullivan County in the state of Pennsylvania. Thats unfortunate, because not only is it a wonderful scenic trail, its also a great way to get an end-to-end thru-hike under your belt in relatively short time. Though it occasionally appears on lists of short long trails in the US, Pennsylvanias Loyalsock Trail is still fairly unknown. Reach the top and then hike along scenic meadows with pine trees. Gorgeous views of the PA valleys, great stream views, fern forests, open fields, water falls, you name it. Begin the descent of High Rock Run with small cascades. Started Saturday around 12:30 at the park, and finished Monday at about 4:30 at Rt. A 4 day hike is a challenge. Many of the flat sections are either muddy or overgrown with vegetation, but that will largely be determined by the time of year you go. Dont miss the blue side trail to Angel Falls, the tallest on the LT at about 70 feet tall. If I do this trail again I'll probably wear higher ankle boots (the ones I wore were low) to provide more stability on the rocky portions. Worth the time and effort for sure. At one point we had a great view of were we had hiked from and I finally understood why the hiking was so hard. I took off 5 days from work thinking I would want a day to recover (which I would recommend! Bears: Loyalsock State Forest is black bear territory, so follow regular precautions and youll have no problems. Descend to a highlight of the trail, gorgeous Ketchum Run. Descend to Double Run with cascades; upstream on Double Run Trail is Cottonwood Falls, a worthy side trip. There are many rattlesnakes and plenty boulders to break your ankles on. Started at the butternut grove end of the trail and did just a quick in and out hike to see if we could make it to the first peak. The Loyalsock Trail is a 59.2-mile point-to-point hike in north-central Pennsylvania that spans forested ridges, scenic streams, and historic logging roads. Wonderful views. We pushed bedtime tonight to 8:30 p.m., not flipping a single page in our books. A post shared by Jeff Mitchell-Outdoors Author (@hiking_mitch). ), but we easily could have spent a bit more time at many of the vistas or just wandering along the trail. And he was bringing wine! On the hottest day that year we covered 15 miles with our packs on. Keep in mind that there are many stream crossings, which could be more difficult after snow melt or during rainy months. My two cents: The trail saves the best for the end, winding along Loyalsock Creek. Downstream is Gipson Falls. I suggest a minimum of four days/three nights for the trail, though it would be easy to stretch it to four or five nights without it getting boring. Generally considered a challenging route. These huge sandstone formations in the creek form pools where you can cool off. A local told me that the Lower Alpine view is known for having many, many rattlesnakes so dont recommend camping there. All hikers should be aware of the following tips and information: 2021 Alpine Club of Williamsport | Site by. Friday 9am - 6pm 23.5 miles Parked by rt 220 and got shuttled to mile marker 1. If youre using a shuttle service, it also leaves your car in a bigger, nicer lot. Climb again and cross the loop road to High Knob Overlook, a worthy side hike. -Make sure you wear trail running shoes. Hikers should use the Guide and maps, along with the trail markers and their hiking 'know-how'. The park offers 15 miles of major and secondary trails leading to three breathtaking vistas. So bring bear spray, canister, etc. Hike among laurel and then make the final, challenging and very steep descent over rocks and boulders. We didnt include the first five miles today, as we both had hiked them a few days prior. This beautiful stretch of Creek is almost like going to a water park, as the undulating rock bottom and the round haystack rock formations that give that part of the creek is name, create fast moving channels that one can sit and get swept down stream as if it was a water slide. Well blazed throughout. We recommend using this most recent Edition, if you are doing any longer-term hikes, especially thru hikes. Great variety of terrain - meadows, rocky areas (it is PA after all!) Difficulty: The LT is known as a difficult trail with many climbs, steep terrain, and streams without bridges. Territory we were both familiar with. There was a long stretch of road walking and no water sources ahead of us. Most of the LT runs through State Forest land, which generally allows backcountry camping following LNT principles. These trail races are very popular. The trail follows old railroad grades, logging roads, Native American paths, and trails laid by the Boy Scouts in the 50s. Proudly founded in 1681 as a place of tolerance and freedom. Once back on state forest land after mile 47, the miles pass more quickly on old railroad grades and flat, muddy trail through the woods. Lost about 5-6 miles of tracked Alltrails mapping due to weather primarily. There is no camping on this section for over six miles, and there can be almost nine miles between water sources, depending on conditions. I decided in that moment to put all my trust into mother nature. The LT in that area is currently a muddy mess and the trees that formerly held our LT markers are gone. With an easier day of 14 miles, we planned a very long lunch break at the park. The forest took care of me this week, I will forever be thankful. As far as the wildlife goes, I seen the biggest timber rattlesnake I ever seen. The trail immediately starts off with a bang, gaining 1,200 feet in elevation from the western terminus to about mile 2.5. The LT was first established in 1951, making it one of the older backpacking trails in the country. This is also the road walk section. I hiked in October and my feet were wet for about 90% of the hike. Beautiful trail, just a little more than we were ready for, but hoping to come back someday. If you plan to hike in this area, please follow the existing route (in spite of the mud). This 59-mile trail passes through the rugged forested mountains and valleys of the Loyalsock State Forest. 2023 Purple Lizard Maps. The Loyalsock Trail is a footpath which begins on route PA87 and end along route US220. -Rocks aren't as large as some sections of the AT, they're rather small so they'll test your ankles rather than your knees. We also had a couple encounters with foraging black bears interested in our campsite late at night. Loyalsock State Forest and Link Trail Map and Guide (PDF) District Trails Blessing Mountain Trails Map and Guide (PDF) Fern Rock Nature Trail Map and Guide (PDF) Haystack Rapids Trail Map and Guide (PDF) Jacoby Falls Trail Map and Guide (PDF) Old Loggers Path Trail Map (PDF) Rock Run Valley Trails Map and Guide (PDF) Loyalsock State Forest Photos (365) Directions Print/PDF map Length 56.4 miElevation gain 10,449 ftRoute type Point to point Get to know this 56.4-mile point-to-point trail near Dushore, Pennsylvania. It was 110 that day. 87 Montoursville exit from I-180, and ends at a parking lot on Mead Road, 2.4 miles north of the intersection of U.S. Route 220 & PA Rt. Amazing weather. Completed the Loyalsock in 3 days last week. We spent 3 days at one sight near the park just so we could enjoy all the wonder of Worlds End. Challenging and beautiful. The loop begins and ends at the Mead Road Comfort St ation along Rt 220, Also, if you would like to camp within Worlds End State Park (mile 42.77 until just after mile 47), you must reserve a designated site in advance. I think that was my favorite portion of the trail, though there are several pretty waterfalls and vistas elsewhere that are worth the effort. Pennsylvania has more than 12,000 miles of trails most of which remain accessible during this period. A trail map is available from: Loyalsock State Forest 6735 Route 220 Dushore, PA 18614 (570) 946-4049 DCNR Loyalsock State Forest Information DCNR Old Loggers Path Information Would recommend spikes if you go and snow is on the ground. For anyone thinking of taking this hike, especially women I say do what you need to do to prepare, and then go for it - you are stronger than you think. The trail features over a dozen waterfalls and can be hiked in 4-6 days. Beautiful trail overall especially the 2nd half. There were other guys that werent nearly as physically fit as I was and they had to be tied off to us bigger and more competent hikers to make sure they made it to the campsite. Climb from the vista and then make a very steep, rocky descent to High Rock Run; High Rock Falls is below. Pass a fine campsite and then climb out of the gorge through large hardwood trees, particularly tulip poplar. Be sure to properly hang or store your food overnight. For all that--beautiful vistas and lovely forests and waterfalls--this trail is quite intense in sections. Ill check on the Facebook group too. Day 2 is more like a moderate. I started yelling and the bear just left. This detour will be due to the closure of Rte. Please e-mail David Dahl or Matthew Gutberlet with any questions. All in all, the Loyalsock was a nice mini thru hike for a pandemic. They took us to the LT and I remember talking about it with the staff that was taking us on this expedition. Ideal time to hike: Fall colors are usually peak in mid October. Descend steeply and hike rolling terrain which can often be wet. The Loyalsock State Forest comprises 115,000 acres in Bradford, Lycoming and Sull ivan counties. I reminded myself that she has always taken care of me. This loop is 5-6 miles long. Today would include an eight mile walk through Kettle Creek Natural Area, a windy lunch at High Knob Vista, Rode Falls, and the sketchy backwards climb down the ladder into Ketchum Run. This trail is well worn and seriously blazed so you really should have no concerns about getting lost. If you prefer steep climbs, hike east. Also, any recs for a booking agency for huts would be appreciated. From there you descend into a flat rhododendron tunnel and softer sections of pine and stream before a roadwalk skirting private land. Then a day later while we were practicing repelling- for a future repelling trip to New River Gorge- and I personally seen him run down the rock face, face forward with no harness or figure 8. Hike the trail in spring, summer, or early fall. The last sections near Worlds End State Park are exceptional;y breathtaking. Some of the best pa has to offer. By later that day, it had to have been pushing 90 and humid, I was feeling nauseous and exhausted around 15 miles on the Genesee Trail. Rapid ups in downs in elevation because we were hiking straight across a bunch of steep ridges. An old cemetery is just off trail. I kept thinking about that famous Mike Tyson quote where he says, Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth! The LT climbs steeply back to the grade at a seasonal waterfall. You may encounter an open 3 foot deep ditch. Near the end of the hike, the Haystacks of Loyalsock Creek are a cool geological formation and a nice area to relax. Note the following: The most recent Edition of our LT Guide and Maps is the 20th Edition. This maps also details the routes of the Loyalsock and Old Loggers Path backpacking trails. Can hear falls n creek below, Limited camping options & unreliable water sources, Very cool trail section, narrow trail runs parallel to creek, Campsite near water source, respect the water, Campsite near water. Trail is very well marked with lots of signage and easy to see blazes. The All-Trail map estimated the trip to be 12.5 miles. Send the info by email to the Loyalsock State Forest office. Day 3 was incredible. Planning on thru hiking this trail with my son and possibly one daughter in the summer of 2018; maybe around July 4th weekend. Eastern trailhead: There is a large parking area on Mead Road. The trail features over a dozen waterfalls and can be hiked in 4-6 days. Nine Miles. Loyalsock State Forest mountain bike trail map. If an employee is unavailable, read posted instructions, check the site availability listing, deposit the appropriate fee in a supplied honor system envelope, and then proceed to an available site and set up. I want to go back and see how fracking has changed the area. The creek was rushing and beautiful this morning. -I recommend going from east to west as you want to go up the steep rocky section past World's End State Park and not down. In true "hiker trash" form, we spread our belongings out all over a picnic table, aired our dirty feet out, had a hot lunch and a much-needed mid-day rest. Climb to the rim of the gorge and then descend to Lees Falls. The creek is beautiful. Butternut Trail: 2.5-mile loop, more difficult hiking, orange blazes. The trail follows mountain ridges and streams as it travels though the woods on footpaths, old logging roads, and abandoned railroad grades. Side hikes not to be missed: High Knob Overlook, Angel Falls, Dutchman Falls. It's very detailed, featuring maps, historical information, mileages, and campsite suggestions. Map 3- Ketchum Run to Brunnerdale Road (12 miles). Join the Purple Lizard e-news community and stay in the loop on the latest Purple Lizard product offerings, discounts, map updates, adventure ideas and more. These trails form alternate routes and bypasses, having both their beginning and end on the main LT. I didnt know it back then, but the guide who lead the hike actually wrote the book on low impact camping and was a world renown rock climber named Jay Whitecloud. The Haystack Trail climbed away from Loyalsock Creek and intersected with the old railroad grade at 3 miles into the hike. 27 trails on an interactive map of the trail network. Get to know this 56.4-mile point-to-point trail near Dushore, Pennsylvania. 154 meets World's End Road. The Wind Whistle Inn was the casino of a nearby hotel, now gone. In summer, it will likely be dry except after a good rain. The forest spans . Reach the top and hike among giant boulders. Began on 7/24 and finished on 7/27. All in all, this trail gives a nice mix of northeastern low-mountain landscapes, some exquisite views, and strenuous sections balanced out with milder portions. Stream crossings: Outside of Worlds End State Park, there are no bridges across streams. Day 1: Hiking to Angel Falls & Kettle Creek Vista. Water: Generally plentiful. These rate a trail sites can be funny sometimes because, like with all rating apps, its all about subjective experiences. Map legend: C= campsite or potential camping. Known as one of the most beautiful long distance hiking trails in the Mid-Atlantic region, the LT is between 3-4 hours of Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, NYC, Baltimore and Washington DC. Most campsites can be reserved 11 months in advance until noon of the day of arrival by calling 888-PA-PARKS. The LT follows the grade, then makes a somewhat discreet right turn off of it. this is not a moderate trail by any measure it is hard and you should plan accordingly beyond that it was a great trip will go again next year did not bother using app during hike trail very well marked no need to drain phone power. This is a very hard trail but worth it! Choose from four major trails appropriate for various fitness levelsfrom the 0.5 mile Francis X. Kennedy Trail with its 252 foot vertical rise to the 3.6 mile Cheryl Trail with a 560 vertical rise. 7 min read. Known as one of the most beautiful long distance hiking trails in the Mid-Atlantic region, the LT is between 3-4 hours of Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, NYC, Baltimore and Washington DC. The LT starts on PA Route 87, 8.7 miles north of the Rt. The toughest climbs are clustered in the western half, and the trail grows easier and more beautiful as you head northeast. Climb out of Big Run and follow an old grade, camping is available well below the trail near the creek. -Mud, mud, mud! Climb out of the gorge and then descend to Falls Run with possible camping. You may also try crowdsourcing a shuttle from the Loyalsock Trail Facebook group. It passes through Theodore Roosevelt National Park and features stark landscapes, abundant wildlife, and unique geological formations., Death Valley Cottonwood-Marble Canyon Loop, CA, Smoky Mountains National Park Loop, NC / TN, Point-to-point trail (shuttle service available). Our back packs weighed around 60 pounds and we carried at least 3 surplus canteens full of H20, as we were attacking the trail at the tail end of July into August 1995. Since the Loyalsock is a forest I know so well, we spent a little less time appreciating the stunning landscape than someone new to the forest might. Of short long trails in the Haystacks of Loyalsock Creek get punched the... 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