Where Are The Walks Happening in 2025

ADAMS

ALLEGHENY

ARMSTRONG

BEAVER

BEDFORD

BERKS

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: Berks Trail Challenge Bilingual Hike

DAY: Sunday October 5, 2025

TIME: 2:00PM- 3:00 PM *times are approximate

WALK ADDRESS &/OR GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: 10 Sawmill Lane Reading, PA 19607

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE WALK (terrain level and estimated mileage):  Celebrate Walk in Penn's Woods day and join staff for a bilingual hike along the watershed trail. This trail is gravel and earth and can be muddy at times.

ACCESSIBILITY OF WALK: Due to the terrain this walk is not able to accommodate wheeled  Pets are not permitted.

REGISTRATION: Please RSVP so that we can plan accordingly. https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/eve... register by Oct 4 

BLAIR

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: A Hike in Plummer’s Hollow

DAY: Sunday October 5, 2025

TIME: 9: 00 AM- 3:00 PM *times are approximate

WALK ADDRESS &/OR GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: 40.665425, -78.229537 / MQ8C+558 Tyrone, Pennsylvania

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE WALK (terrain level and estimated mileage): Join naturalist and writer Marcia Bonta, her son Dave, and other members of the Juniata Valley Audubon Society for a 4.5-mile walk with about 600 feet of elevation gain in the 650-acre Plummer's Hollow Private Nature Reserve, featuring mature forest of several types as well as old meadow and shrubland habitat. We'll share some of our perspectives on forest health, climate change and biodiversity issues, and keep an eye out for migratory birds and fall foliage. Bring a lunch.

ACCESSIBILITY OF WALK: Due to the terrain this walk is not able to accommodate wheeled  Pets are not permitted.

REGISTRATION: Registration is not required- Dave Bonta- bontasaurus@yahoo.com

BRADFORD

BUCKS

BUTLER

CAMBRIA

Walk In Penn's Woods near Prince Gallitzin State Park's Muskrat Beach

DAY: Sunday October 5, 2025

TIME: 2pm- 2:45pm

WALK ADDRESS & GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START:  40.666659, -78.541563

BRIEF DESCRIPTION (terrain level and estimated mileage): Meet at the Bureau of Forestry booth at the Apple Cider Festival. Then walk with service forester to and along Turkey Ridge Trail. Bring your questions about forests and talk about notable features along the way.

ACCESSIBILITY OF WALK: Due to the nature of the terrain, it is not accessible with strollers or wheelchairs. Well mannered pets that comply with PA leash laws are  permitted.

REGISTRATION: Registration is not required. 

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: Jeff Osbourne   jeffosborn@pa.gov

CAMERON

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: Chicago Springs Hike

DAY: Sunday October 5, 2025

TIME:9am- 11:00 am *times are approximate

WALK ADDRESS &/OR GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: Ridge Road, 1/2 mile north of the Bailey Run and Hunts Run Road intersection. Coordinates:41.543126, -78.104356

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE WALK (terrain level and estimated mileage):  Walk will be on the Chicago Springs Trail. It is relatively flat ground with minimal elevation change. The trail is a point-to-point trial, so we will walk out and walk back. The round trip will be approximately 2 to 3 miles total.

ACCESSIBILITY OF WALK: Due to the nature of the terrain, it is not accessible with strollers or wheelchairs. Pets are not permitted.

REGISTRATION: Registration is not required.

CLEARFIELD

CENTRE

CHESTER

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: Explore Welkinweir's Woods

DAY: Sunday October 5, 2025

TIME:10:00 am- 12:00 pm *times are approximate

WALK ADDRESS &/OR GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: 1368 Prizer Rd, Pottstown, PA 19465 

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE WALK (terrain level and estimated mileage):  Explore the woods at Welkinweir with Jen Santoro while traversing the Horse-Shoe Trail. Jen's background is in forest ecology (UVM) and she currently teaches GIS and Environmental Science at Villanova. She has led numerous walks in the area and has worked with the American Chestnut Foundation and Natural Lands on forest conservation and restoration. We'll be walking on natural paths through the hills and valley at Welkinweir - wear comfortable, sturdy shoes.

ACCESSIBILITY OF WALK: Due to the nature of the terrain, it is not accessible with strollers or wheelchairs. Pets are permitted if they are well mannered and comply with leash laws.

REGISTRATION: Registration is not required

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS:  victoria@greenvalleys.org

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: Goat Hill Serpentine Barrens 

DAY: Sunday October 5, 2025

TIME: 10am to 12pm

WALK ADDRESS & GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: 270 Red Rump Rd, 

BRIEF DESCRIPTION (terrain level and estimated mileage): 1.5-2.5 mile moderately challenging route

ACCESSIBILITY OF WALK: Due to the nature of the terrain, it is not accessible with strollers or wheelchairs. Pets are not permitted.

REGISTRATION: Registration is not required. 

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: sacrouse@pa.gov 

CLARION

Walk in Penn's Wood with the Friends of Cook Forest

DAY: Saturday October 4, 2025

TIME: 10am to 12pm

WALK ADDRESS & GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: Ridge Campground, Cook Forest PA

BRIEF DESCRIPTION (terrain level and estimated mileage):

Join Friends of Cook Forest for a Walk in Penn’s Woods hike.  We’ll celebrate the beauty of Pennsylvania’s forests by walking the Deer Park and Mohawk Trails (approx. 2 miles). Meet at the entrance to Ridge Campground. People/pet friendly leashed pets welcome! (2 hours)

ACCESSIBILITY OF WALK: Due to the nature of the terrain, it is not accessible with strollers or wheelchairs. Well mannered pets that comply with PA leash laws are  permitted.

REGISTRATION: Registration is not required. 

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: friendsofcookforest@gmail.com

CLINTON

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: Welcome to the Eagleton Road Demonstration Trail

DAY: Sunday October 5, 2025

TIME:11:00 am- 12:00 pm *times are approximate

WALK ADDRESS &/OR GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: 41.184076,-77.580077

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE WALK (terrain level and estimated mileage):  .4 mile handicapped accessible trail through a series of forest management treatments.  Easy hike, educational, and a great introduction to our revamped trail.

ACCESSIBILITY OF WALK: This is an all accessible trail and can accommodate all mobilities.  Pets are permitted if they are well mannered and comply with leash laws.

REGISTRATION: Registration is not required

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: Lin Greenaway egreenaway@pa.gov

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: Donut Hole/Cleveland Hollow Trails at Hyner View State Park

DAY: Sunday October 5, 2025

TIME:12:00pm- 3:00 pm *times are approximate

WALK ADDRESS &/OR GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: Hyner View State Park, 86 Park Road, Hyner PA 17760

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE WALK (terrain level and estimated mileage):  This easy 4.7-mile hike will start at the Hyner View State Park using the Garby section of the Donut Hole Trail. From there the hike will take the Cleveland Hollow Trail to create a loop back to Hyner View. The terrain will be mostly flat with very little incline. This hike will begin and end at Hyner View Scenic Vista, where you can see vast distances both upstream and downstream over the West Branch of the Susquehanna River and surrounding mountains. We will be enjoying the fall foliage and talking about tree identification. Tree ID booklets will be passed out before the hike.

ACCESSIBILITY OF WALK: Due to the terrain, this trail accommodates foot traffic only.  Pets are permitted if they are well mannered and comply with leash laws.

REGISTRATION: Registration is not required

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: Angela Potelo apoleto@pa.gov 

COLUMBIA

CRAWFORD

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: Marsh Conversation Easement

DAY: Sunday October 5, 2025

TIME: 2pm-4pm

WALK ADDRESS & OR GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: Please register to be provided with address. Meadville, PA towards Guys Mills, PA.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION (terrain level and estimated mileage): Come take a walk with us on one of our beautiful Conservation Easement properties! Join us as we explore part of the 41 acres of lovely, wooded forest at Marsh Conservation Easement. This property is not usually open to the public, so this is a great opportunity to come and check it out! This property does have some steep inclines, so please wear shoes with good traction and grip. Please register by noon on October 3rd, 2025.

ACCESSIBILITY: Due to the nature of the terrain, it is not accessible with strollers or wheelchairs. This walk is not pet friendly. 

REGISTRATION: Required via https://www.frenchcreekconservancy.org/calendar-events-2/ Please register by 12pm on Saturday October 3rd, 2025. 

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: kaitlyn@frenchcreekconservancy.org 

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: Foundation for Sustainable Forests Walk at Sparta Sportsmen’s Community Forest

DAY: Sunday October 5, 2025

TIME: 1pm-4pm

WALK ADDRESS & OR GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: As part of the statewide Walk in Penn’s Woods offerings, FSF invites you to take a walk with us at FSF’s new Sparta Sportsmen’s Community Forest in Spartansburg, PA. The property features an access drive that that we will walk as a loop trail. The walk will be on relatively flat, but occasionally uneven, terrain. Please dress for the weather, brambles, and possibly soggy ground. Blaze orange clothing is recommended as the property is open to the public for hunting. Water bottles and snacks will be provided. 

ACCESSIBILITY: Due to the nature of the terrain, it is not accessible with strollers or wheelchairs. Pets are permitted if they are well mannered and comply with leash laws.

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: info@foundationforsustainableforests.org 

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: Sugar Run Trail

DAY: Sunday October 5, 2025

TIME: 10am-11:30am

WALK ADDRESS & OR GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: Sugar Run Trail at Shelter #1

BRIEF DESCRIPTION (terrain level and estimated mileage): Learn about different tree species while enjoying a 1-mile loop walk. Trail is flat but not paved. 

ACCESSIBILITY OF WALK: Due to the nature of the terrain, it is not accessible with strollers or wheelchairs. Pets are permitted if they are well mannered and comply with leash laws.

REGISTRATION: Registration is not required. 

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: Stacey Marendt, smarendt@pa.gov 

CUMBERLAND

Walk in Penn's Woods at Pine Grove Furnace State Park

DAY: Sunday October 5, 2025

TIME: 2 pm-4pm

WALK ADDRESS & OR GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START:20 Quarry Road, Gardners, PA 17324 40.03173, -77.30627

BRIEF DESCRIPTION (terrain level and estimated mileage): Meet by the Old Stone Furnace Stack and take a guided hike through the park, enjoying a Walk in Penn’s Woods. The hike will be about 2.5 miles over easy and moderate terrain.

ACCESSIBILITY OF WALK: This walk is accessible to all users (strollers, wheelchairs and well behaved pets that comply with PA leash laws).

REGISTRATION: Registration is not required.

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: Angela pinegrovefurnaceeeprograms@pa.gov

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: Celebrating A Century of the A.T.

DAY: Sunday October 5, 2025

TIME: 1pm-4pm

WALK ADDRESS & OR GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: Scott Farm, 301 Bernheisel Bridge Rd, Carlisle, PA 17015; 40°15'35.0"N 77°06'13.9"W

BRIEF DESCRIPTION (terrain level and estimated mileage): A six mile out and back walk on the Appalachian Trail to celebrate a century of the A.T. Pace will be moderate, a bit more than 2 mph. Terrain will be mostly flat including some rocks, with a moderate climb during mile 3 and descent during mile 4. The leader will discuss the history of the entire A.T. as well as that of the Trail in the Cumberland Valley. Please remember to wear hiking shoes or boots, and bring water & snacks. Because of A.T. rules, registration will be limited to 25.

ACCESSIBILITY OF WALK: Due to the nature of the terrain, it is not accessible with strollers or wheelchairs. Pets are permitted if they are well mannered and comply with leash laws.

REGISTRATION: Required via https://forms.gle/YdPRwUNashiWaQUT7 

Deadline of Registration: Saturday October 3, 2025

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: Jim Foster, earlybirdat2007@gmail.com 

DAUPHIN

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS at Cassell Property

DAY Sunday October 5, 2025

TIME: 1pm-4pm

WALK ADDRESS & OR GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: 563 Mountain House Rd, Halifax, PA

BRIEF DESCRIPTION (terrain level and estimated mileage): Join Manada Conservancy and Dauphin County Woodland Owners Association for the annual Walk in Penn's Woods! This year's Walk will take place at State Forester Seth Cassell’s property near Halifax, Pennsylvania. Hikers will walk 1-2 miles through both woodland and meadow with discussion centering around healthy forestry, wildlife management, invasive species control, maple sugaring activities, and government cost-share opportunities available in PA.

ACCESSIBILITY: Due to the nature of the terrain, it is not accessible with strollers or wheelchairs. Pets are not permitted. 

REGISTRATION: Registration is not required. 

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: Andy Brought abrought@pa.gov 

DELAWARE

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: Guided Nature Hike

DAY: Sunday October 5, 2025

TIME: 9am-1pm

WALK ADDRESS & OR GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: Depart from Ridley Creek State Mansion/Park Office Parking Lot off Sandy Flash Drive South (GPS: 400 Gradyville Road, Newtown Square, PA 19073)

BRIEF DESCRIPTION (terrain level and estimated mileage): Join your DCNR Park Naturalist on Sunday, October 5th for a free 2 hour guided nature hike through Ridley Creek State Park. We will explore birds, trees, wildflowers and park history along the way. Dress for the weather along with good walking shoes, water and snacks. Binoculars are a fun addition if you want to bring along. Short gravel hill at start, followed by accessible paved trail.

This is an all accessible trail and can accommodate all mobilities.  Pets are permitted if they are well mannered and comply with leash laws.

REGISTRATION: Registration is not required. 

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: Gary Stolz gastrolz@pa.gov 

ELK

ERIE

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: Wonders of Erie Bluffs

DAY: Sunday October 5, 2025

TIME: 8am-10am

WALK ADDRESS & OR GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: 11122 W Lake Rd, Lake City, PA 16423 Main Entrance

BRIEF DESCRIPTION (terrain level and estimated mileage): ~2 miles semi-flat terrain, forest and field

ACCESSIBILITY OF WALK: This is an all accessible trail and can accommodate all mobilities.  Pets are permitted if they are well mannered and comply with leash laws.

REGISTRATION: Registration is required, https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/presque_isle_state_park 

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: dkaufmann@pa.gov 

FAYETTE

FOREST

FRANKLIN

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: Penn State Mont Alto History and Arboretum Tour 

DAY: * reserve your space the students are offering a different date due to their competition schedule.

TIME: 9am-11am

WALK ADDRESS & OR GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: 1 Campus Dr, Mont Alto, PA 17237  39°50'26.0"N 77°32'36.4"W  google maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/cBYywNeSNwciJUQd9 

BRIEF DESCRIPTION (terrain level and estimated mileage): We will begin at the commuter parking lot of the PSU Mont Alto campus. We will primarily use paved sidewalks and trails on campus and stop at different points around campus to learn about different tree species in the arboretum and the history of the Pennsylvania Forest Academy at Mont Alto. Forest Technology students and Instructors will lead the walk.

ACCESSIBILITY OF WALK: This is an all accessible trail and can accommodate all mobilities.  Pets are permitted if they are well mannered and comply with leash laws.

REGISTRATION: Not required to attend. 

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: Josh Hersl jrh292@psu.edu 

Walk In Penn's Woods at Michaux State Forest

DAY: Saturday October 4, 2025

TIME: 10am-11:30am

WALK ADDRESS & GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: (39.89602, -77.47165)

BRIEF DESCRIPTION (terrain level and estimated mileage): 

Join Bureau of Forestry staff for a 'Walk in Penn's Woods' as we take an easy, 1.5 mile walk over rolling terrain that travels through forest that was affected by fire nearly a year ago. Learn about Forestry's work throughout Michaux as we observe the effects of fire on the landscape and see first-hand how disturbance-based ecology can be beneficial to forest health.

Parking at this site is limited, so pre-registration is required. Further details will be provided upon registration.

ACCESSIBILITY OF WALK: Due to the nature of the terrain, it is not accessible with strollers or wheelchairs. Pets need to sit this route out.

REGISTRATION: Registration is required:  https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/event/walk-in-penns-woods-2941  

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: Amy Shull ashull@pa.gov

FULTON

GREENE

HUNTINGDON

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: Keith Springs to Indian Wells and Bear Meadows Vista

DAY: Sunday October 5, 2025

TIME: 11am-3pm

WALK ADDRESS OR GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: Keith Springs parking lot (Coordinates: 40.7258976°N, -77.7891648°W) 

BRIEF DESCRIPTION (terrain level and estimated mileage): This is a medium energy hike, but the trail can get rocky, especially the last part to get to see the incredible fall foliage and Bear Meadows Vista. The hike, in totality is about 2.1 miles. 

ACCESSIBILITY OF WALK: This is an all accessible trail and can accommodate all mobilities.  Pets are permitted if they are well mannered and comply with leash laws.

REGISTRATION: Registration is required, please contact Thomas Allison at Thoallison@pa.gov 

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: Thomas Allison Thoallison@pa.gov  

INDIANA

JEFFERSON

Beartown Rocks Silviculture Tour

DAY: Saturday October 4, 2025

TIME: 10am to 12:30pm

WALK ADDRESS & GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: Beartown Rocks Heath Township, PA 15860. 41.30269006916727, -79.06036413861754

BRIEF DESCRIPTION (terrain level and estimated mileage): Terrain is flat to slight slope. Estimated mileage is 4 miles.

ACCESSIBILITY OF WALK: Due to the nature of the terrain, it is not accessible with strollers . Well mannered pets that comply with PA leash laws are  permitted.

REGISTRATION: Registration is not required. 

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: Levi Thompson  levthompso@pa.gov

JUNIATA

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: Karl Guss Picnic Area, Tree ID Walk in the Woods

DAY: Sunday October 5, 2025

TIME: 10am-12pm

WALK ADDRESS & OR GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: Karl Guss Picnic Area Tuscarora State Forest 40°30'48.5"N 77°35'47.0"W

BRIEF DESCRIPTION (terrain level and estimated mileage): 2 Mile loop flat terrain

ACCESSIBILITY OF WALK: Due to the nature of the terrain, it is not accessible with strollers or wheelchairs. Pets are not permitted. 

REGISTRATION: No registration is required. 

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: Luke Book lbook@pa.gov 

LACKAWANNA

LANCASTER

LUZERNE

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: A Walk in Penn Woods & Brewery

DAY: Sunday October 5, 2025

TIME: 12pm-2pm

WALK ADDRESS & OR GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: 41.148226, -76.144815

BRIEF DESCRIPTION (terrain level and estimated mileage): Join the PA State Bureau of Forestry and North Branch Land Trust for a late morning hike (2 miles, moderate-difficult) on Pinchot State Forest, Moncanaqua Tract. Learn more about Pennsylvania woods, while enjoying the scenery. All are welcome to attend Five Mountain Brewing Company after the event!

ACCESSIBILITY OF WALK: Due to the nature of the terrain, it is not accessible with strollers or wheelchairs. Pets are not permitted. 

REGISTRATION: Registration is required, https://nblt.org/events/ 

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: Megan Finnen mfinnen@pa.gov 

LEBANON

LEHIGH

LYCOMING

A Walk in Penn's Woods Tiadaghton Resource Management Center Tour

Sunday October 5, 2025

10AM - 12PM

10 Lower Pine Bottom Road, Waterville PA

Join us for a walk on the trails around the Tiadaghton Resource Management Center to discover the how we manage our forests. You will be led on a guided hike for approximately 1.5 miles on even terrain followed by a building tour of the center.

ACCESSIBILITY OF WALK: This is an all accessible trail and can accommodate all mobilities.  Pets are permitted if they are well mannered and comply with leash laws.

REGISTRATION: Registration is required, please contact:   Curtis Sherwood  cusherwood@pa.gov

MERCER

Walk In Penn's Woods at McKeever

DAY: Sunday October 5, 2025

TIME: 9am- 11 am 

WALK ADDRESS & GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START:  McKeever-Goddard Trailhead in the McKeever Tract, parking area is one-mile west of Sandy Lake on Route 358 41.355830, -80.096720

BRIEF DESCRIPTION (terrain level and estimated mileage):Join us for an easy walk in the woods on the McKeever-Goddard Trail in the McKeever Tract with a forester from the Clear Creek State Forest. This 1.5 mile out and back walk will highlight the diverse forests at McKeever. The first 1/4 mile of the trail is stroller friendly and can accommodate some disabilities.

ACCESSIBILITY OF WALK: Due to the nature of the terrain, it is not accessible with strollers or wheelchairs. Well mannered pets that comply with PA leash laws are  permitted.

REGISTRATION: Registration is not required. 

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: Saahirah Walton   saawalton@pa.gov

MIFFLIN

MONROE

MONTGOMERY

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: Annual “Walk in Penn’s Woods” 

DAY: Saturday October 4, 2025

TIME: All Day — Self-Guided

WALK ADDRESS & OR GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: 889 Croton Rd, Wayne, PA 19087. EnjoyMcKaig.org 

BRIEF DESCRIPTION (terrain level and estimated mileage): 1-3 miles, moderate trail walk. 

ACCESSIBILITY OF WALK: Due to the terrain, this trail accommodates foot traffic only.  Pets are permitted if they are well mannered and comply with leash laws

REGISTRATION: Not required. 

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: info@enjoyMcKaig.org 

MONTOUR

NORTHAMPTON

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: Forestry for Bird and Wildlife Habitat: Habitat Diversity and Why it’s Important

DAY: Sunday October 5, 2025

TIME: 10am-12:30pm

WALK ADDRESS & OR GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: 215 Saylors Lane, Easton PA 18042 -40.64200N, 75.20529W

BRIEF DESCRIPTION (terrain level and estimated mileage): Due to the terrain, this trail accommodates foot traffic only.  Pets are permitted if they are well mannered and comply with leash laws. 

REGISTRATION: Not required. 

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: Carl Martin - Dir. Stewardship, cmartin@wildlandspa.org 

NORTHUMBERLAND

PERRY

PHILADELPHIA

PIKE

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: A Walk in the Delaware State Forest

DAY: Sunday October 5, 2025

TIME: 10am-12pm

WALK ADDRESS & OR GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: Camp William Penn Parking Lot off of Snow Hill Road 41.152946, -75.150107

BRIEF DESCRIPTION (terrain level and estimated mileage): Join your DCNR Service Forester for a walk in the Delaware State Forest. We will explore a mixture of habitats around a scenic pond and forest. We will talk about how forests grow and the different species that can be found in the area. There will also be discussion of common resource concerns and how the DCNR works to maintain healthy ecosystems. 

ACCESSIBILITY OF WALK: Due to the terrain, this trail accommodates foot traffic only.  Pets are permitted if they are well mannered and comply with leash laws. 

REGISTRATION: Required, please contact Austin at anoguera@pa.gov by 10/5 @ 9AM

CONTACT OF MORE QUESTIONS: Austin Noguera anoguera@pa.gov 

POTTER

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: Walk & Talk: Forest Management and Sustainability

DAY: Sunday October 5, 2025

TIME: 10am-12pm

WALK ADDRESS & OR GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: 5660 US Route 6 West, Ulysses, PA 16948

BRIEF DESCRIPTION (terrain level and estimated mileage): The trail is about 1 mile in length and takes about an hour or so to walk. It starts on State Forest Land beside the PA Lumber Museum; crosses Commissioner Run onto museum property and ends at the Lumber Museum log pond. The trail is level and wide on the state forest side. A stroller wouldn’t have an issue on that side for half of the walk, but would be difficult on the museum side of the trail. The bridge across Commissioner Run has 4 steps on either side and the trail in narrower. Children routinely use the trail as part of school and scout visits. It is a pretty easy walk for most folks.

ACCESSIBILITY OF WALK: Due to the terrain, this trail accommodates foot traffic only.  Pets are permitted if they are well mannered and comply with leash laws. 

REGISTRATION: Not required. 

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: Jody Groshek jgroshek@ahug.com 

SCHUYLKILL

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: A Walk in Penn’s Woods at the Penn State Schuylkill Arboretum 

DAY: Saturday October 4, 2025

TIME: 11am-2pm

WALK ADDRESS & OR GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: 200 University Dr., Schuylkill Haven, PA

BRIEF DESCRIPTION (terrain level and estimated mileage): Please join us for a walk through the Penn State Schuylkill Arboretum and learn about trees in different environments along with some additional educational activities. The walk will be approximately 1 mile with two terrain options - one easier and on pavement and one more woodland trail. Parking is available in our on campus parking lots.

ACCESSIBILITY OF WALK: This is an all accessible trail and can accommodate all mobilities.  Pets are permitted if they are well mannered and comply with leash laws.

REGISTRATION: Not required. 

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: Mary Anna Smith, mvs14@psu.edu 

SNYDER

SOMERSET

SULLIVAN

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: Eagles Mere to Sonestown on Narrow-Gauge Railroad Bed

DAY: Sunday October 5, 2025

TIME: 10:00am-3:00pm 

WALK ADDRESS & OR GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: The Pond at Eagles Mere on Route 42, north of town.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Walk from Eagles Mere to Sonestown via the Eagles Mere Narrow-Gauge Railroad bed built in 1892 and abandoned in 1926. Along the 9-mile walk participants will learn about the railroad’s history and see Castle Rock and the three-tiered Winonah Waterfalls.

Other highlights will be the area of Shanersburg Curve; the Bully Run trestle crossing and curve near the falls; Gayelen Park, where Eagles Mere guests would go for cool summer picnics; the Big Run spur that went to the Big Run Manufacturing Company just north of Sonestown; and in Sonestown, the sites of the Sonestown Narrow-Guage Railroad station, stave mill, and clothespin factory.

We will also see examples of forest management as well as impacts to the forest from the loss of white ash, threats from invasive plants, and Beech Leaf and Beech Bark disease.

This walk is for more experienced hikers and will cover 8-9 miles. The walk will begin at The Pond in Eagles Mere, along Route 42. There should be plenty of parking available. The walk will also include four stream crossings requiring wading through water. In addition, there are several rocky washouts from recent heavy rain in August. Release of liability forms must be signed by all participants.

All participants are asked to bring a packed lunch, snacks and drinks for the 4-hour hike, and to coordinate their own transportation back to Eagles Mere. In Sonestown, cars may be parked on Fairman Road near the intersection with Route 220 just north of town, or at the ball field. Participants will have the option to gather after the hike at the Sonestown Country Inn to debrief and then tour the Williamsport North Branch Railroad train station in Sonestown.

This walk is on private land. Arrangements have been made with the private landowners for permission to walk this trail for this day only. Participants are also reminded that this walk is during archery hunting season so orange attire is recommended. Well behaved dogs are welcome.

ACCESSIBILITY: Due to the terrain, this trail accommodates foot traffic only.  Pets are permitted if they are well mannered and comply with leash laws

REGISTRATION: Please contact email: dwbender1@gmail.com or text: (717) 571-4448 to register

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: Wayne Bender dwbender1@gmail.com 

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: Walk in Penn’s Woods 

DAY: Saturday October 4, 2025

TIME: 9:30-11:30am 

WALK ADDRESS & GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: Mokoma Conservancy, Counklin Run Wilderness entrance, Lake Road, LaPorte, Pa 18626 Gate

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE WALK (terrain level and estimated mileage): : Moderate terrain, Approx 2.5 Miles

ACCESSIBILITY: Due to the terrain, this trail accommodates foot traffic only.  Pets are permitted if they are well mannered and comply with leash laws

REGISTRATION: Not required. 

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: Tom Minnick minnick.tomj@gmail.com 

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: Loyalsock Trail (High Knob)

DAY: Sunday October 4, 2025

TIME: 10a-12pm   

WALK ADDRESS & GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: High Knob Overlook. Lat: 41.444, Long: -76.678

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE WALK (terrain level and estimated mileage): : Mostly flat terrain, about 2 miles total

ACCESSIBILITY: Due to the terrain, this trail accommodates foot traffic only.  Pets are permitted if they are well mannered and comply with leash laws

REGISTRATION: Not required. 

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: Jacob Yoas   jyoas@pa.gov

SUSQUEHANNA

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: Ancient Trees, Waterfalls, Ice Cream

DAY: Sunday October 5, 2025

TIME: 1pm-3pm

WALK ADDRESS & OR GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: Salt Springs State Park

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE WALK (terrain level and estimated mileage): Join Ranger Charlie Cavanagh for a relaxed hike along the Salt Spring State Park. The hike will focus on the waterfalls and significance of the ancient Hemlock Trees. Hike is approximately one mile, and after the initial accent a mild relaxed walk. After the hike Join Charlie for ice cream.

ACCESSIBILITY: Due to the nature of the terrain, it is not accessible with strollers or wheelchairs. Pets are not permitted. 

REGISTRATION: Not required. 

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: Charlie Cavanagh, ccavanagh@pa.gov 

TIOGA

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: Tioga County Walk in Penn’s Woods - Barbour Rock Trail 

DAY: Sunday October 5, 2025

TIME: 1pm-3pm

WALK ADDRESS & OR GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: Colton Road, Wellsboro, PA 16901 or 41.723338, -77.455741

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF WALK (terrain level and estimated mileage): This easy 1.4-mile trail out and back takes you to a beautiful vista overlooking Pine Creek and is ADA accessible. 

REGISTRATION: Not required. 

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: Isaac Leach, isleach@pa.gov 

UNION

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: Tea Springs CCC Walk

DAY: Saturday October 4, 2025

TIME: 10am-12pm

WALK ADDRESS & OR GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: 40.04554 -77.14268

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF WALK (terrain level and mileage): We will be walking around the area of the Tea Springs CCC camp that President Franklin Delano Roosevelt visited. We will see remnants of where the buildings once stood. We will walk a portion of the Tea Springs trail as well.

ACCESSIBILITY OF WALK : Due to the terrain, this trail accommodates foot traffic only.  Pets are permitted if they are well mannered and comply with leash laws

REGISTRATION: Not required. 

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: Kyle Seyler, kseyler@pa.gov 

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: Autumn Nature Hike at Raymond B. Winter State Park

DAY: Sunday October 5, 2025

TIME: 10:30am-12pm

WALK ADDRESS & OR GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: Meet at the Environmental Learning Center 

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF WALK (terrain level and mileage): Join the park educator as we hike the Overlook and Boiling Springs trails to celebrate Walk in Penn's Woods Day and to enjoy the fall foliage! This loop is about 2-miles long, and the trail is mostly easy except for some steep switchbacks on our Overlook trail. We recommend proper hiking shoes, walking sticks, and water. 

ACCESSIBILITY OF WALK: Due to the terrain, this trail accommodates foot traffic only.  Pets are permitted if they are well mannered and comply with leash laws

REGISTRATION: Not required. 

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: Rebecca Harner, rebharner@pa.gov 

VENANGO

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: A Cognitive Walk in Penn’s Woods

DAY: Sunday October 5, 2025

TIME: 3pm-5pm 

WALK ADDRESS & OR GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: Oil Creek State Park 1080 Petroleum Center Road

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF WALK (terrain level and mileage): Come and learn how a walk in Penn's Wood improves your brain health. The first half of the walk will be 2 miles (1 mile away and one mile back) on the paved bike trail. The second half will be a woods walk about 1.4 miles (0.7 mile away and 0.7 mile back) on the Delzell trail. The terrain is mostly flat. There will be typical wood walk obstacles on the Delzell trail.

ACCESSIBILITY OF WALK: Due to the terrain, this trail accommodates foot traffic only.  Pets are permitted if they are well mannered and comply with leash laws. 

REGISTRATION: Not required. 

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: Lola M. Smith, lmd13@psu.edu 

Wayne

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: Woods Walk with a Bird Talk

DAY: Sunday October 5, 2025

TIME: 10am-12pm

WALK ADDRESS & OR GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: 571 Perkins Pond Rd, Beach Lake, PA 18405

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF WALK (terrain level and mileage): Join Service Forester Michael Antonishak from PA DCNR Bureau of Forestry for a Walk in Penn's Woods (1.5 miles, moderate-difficult) at Delaware Highlands Van Scott Nature Reserve. On this causal walk, Michael will talk about what we are seeing by touching upon forest health, wildlife habitat, and tree id. We will also have a special guest who will identify and talk about the birds we observe along the way. Bring your curiosity.

ACCESSIBILITY: Due to the nature of the terrain, it is not accessible with strollers or wheelchairs. Pets are not permitted. 

REGISTRATION: Not required. 

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: Michael Antonishak, mantonisha@pa.gov 

WESTMORELAND

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: A Revisit to the Otto & Magdalena Forest Preserve, an inductee into the Old Growth Forest Network 

DAY: Sunday October 5, 2025

TIME: 1pm-3pm

WALK ADDRESS & OR GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: 106 Ardara Rd. North Huntingdon Twp. PA 

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE WALK (terrain level and mileage): The walk will begin on the level ground of a right-of-way, then it will progress both up and down hilly terrain to be able to get close to the very old large and massive tree specimens.

ACCESSIBILITY: Due to the terrain, this trail accommodates foot traffic only.  Pets are permitted if they are well mannered and comply with leash laws. 

REGISTRATION: Please contact John Hilewick by email at jandd.hilewick@gmail.com  Registration deadline is October 1st.  Please provide your contact information with your registration information.

CONTACT FOR MORE QUESTIONS: JANDD.HILEWICK@GMAIL.COM 

Forbes State Forest : A walk in Penn's Woods 

Day: Friday 

DATE: Oct 3^rd

TIME: 10:00am- 12:30PM

 LOCATION: Route 30 East, Laughlintown, PA 15655-0519

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE WALK: Join us for a moderately challenging hike with hills and rocks on Laurel Mountain for up to 3 or more miles to learn all about the history and nature of these trails.  Please wear hiking shoes, pants, sunscreen/bug spray, and bring water and snacks. This hike is moderately is dependent on weather.

ACCCESSIBILITY: Pets are permitted if they are well mannered and comply with all PA Leash laws.  This trail is not suitable for wheelchairs or strollers.  The hike is geared for those with hiking experience for adults, teens, and kids, age 9 & up.  

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED BY 10/1:  Preregistration required by 10/1. http://eventsreg.dcnr.pa.gov/register/create/?internalID=Internal-14387

WARREN

WASHINGTON

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: Chestnut Farm - a case study in habitat restorationDATE: 

DAY: Sunday October 5, 2025

TIME: 1:00PM- 3:00 PM *times are approximate

WALK ADDRESS &/OR GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: 87 Taggart Rd, Washington, PA 

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE WALK (terrain level and estimated mileage):  The walk will cover a wide variety of habitat types (ancient oaks, black cherry, pine, sycamores...) as well as pollinator fields and early successional forests. It will cover approximately 2 miles and include about 200' of elevation changes. We will discuss the challenges our forest faces as well as efforts to help restore a healthy ecosystem. Well-mannered dogs are welcome.

ACCESSIBILITY OF WALK: Strollers with large wheels capable of riding over grass and dirt paths up and down hills should be OK as the trails do not have stairs to climb.  However, based on the relatively steep slopes in some places, wheelchairs are not able to be safely accommodated. Please contact Byron and Jean if someone who requires a wheelchair would like to visit the woods for a separate, customized visit.  Pets are permitted if they are well mannered and comply with leash laws.

REGISTRATION: Please RSVP so that we can plan accordingly. Byron.L.Black@gmail.com 571-296-9634 (please leave a message if no answer)

WYOMING

WALK IN PENN’S WOODS: Small Business Support Hikes: A Walk in Penns Woods event at Miller Mountain with Countryside Conservancy

DAY: Sunday October 5, 2025

TIME: 11am-5pm

WALK ADDRESS & OR GPS COORDINATES OF WHERE THE WALK WILL START: 41.508416, -75.966337

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE WALK (terrain level and mileage): Join Endless Mountains Heritage Region, Pinchot State Forest officials and Countryside Conservancy at Miller Mountain, with “A Walk in Penn’s Woods!” This event will start at the base of Miller Mountain in the Pinchot State Forest and make a loop up and down the mountain for about 5.9 miles. Participants have the option of meeting at Todd & Rachel’s (215 W Tioga St, Tunkhannock, PA 18657) at 5 p.m. for dinner following the hike.

ACCESSIBILITY: Due to the terrain, this trail accommodates foot traffic only.  Pets are permitted if they are well mannered and comply with leash laws. 

REGISTRATION: https://emheritage.org/event/a-walk-in-penns-woods-event-at-miller-mountain/ 

YORK