Sadly we tapped out after day 2 . You can purchase it by mail, online, or at certain retailers in the area, including the World's End park office. Double blazes warn of an upcoming change in direction of the trail. We also had a couple encounters with foraging black bears interested in our campsite late at night. All in all, the Loyalsock was a nice mini thru hike for a pandemic. 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. As I settled back into my reality, I kept saying to myself, Thats it? Its over already? 60 Miles in three and a half days, I just finished my first multi-day backpacking trip thru-hiking theLoyalsockTrail. Permits: None for parking or backpack camping if staying at a site for only a night. Now that I know I can do the LT, I know I can do more. After a tenth of a mile the climb leveled out a bit and became more gradual. It shows all the state, local and forestry roads, and State Forest hiking Trails, including a bird's eye view ofthe entire Loyalsock Trail. Started at 220 on the road at Mead rd entrance- Overgrown in July - waist high ferns - overgrown trails made it tough to run ( cuz you could see your feet) views were spectacular ( so were the climbs to get to the views) finishing on Rte. The 215-mile New England Trail winds along rocky ridges and through upland forests from Long Island Sound in Connecticut to the northern Massachusetts border. Difficulty ranges from easy to strenuous. At one point we had a great view of were we had hiked from and I finally understood why the hiking was so hard. ), but we easily could have spent a bit more time at many of the vistas or just wandering along the trail. Wonderful views. Descend to Big Run and take the short side trail to Alpine Falls in a grotto of cliffs. The LT starts on PA Route 87, 8.7 miles north of the Rt. The LT Trail Guide does not attempt to give minute details for finding your way along the trail. Neither one of us slept well because of the wind and a damn crow woke us both up at 5:00 a.m.. On the trail by 7:30 a.m., we headed into Worlds End State Park. 7 min read. The trail is steep, levels and passes Helens Window, another great view. The climb directly after passing the visitors center is pretty rough as it goes up over 800 in two miles. -Mud, mud, mud! These rate a trail sites can be funny sometimes because, like with all rating apps, its all about subjective experiences. Loyalsock State Forest mountain bike trail map. Shout out to Aaron, hope the rest of your hike was lovely. The trail immediately starts off with a bang, gaining 1,200 feet in elevation from the western terminus to about mile 2.5. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); shuttle information from the Alpine Club of Williamsport. Smith Knob Vista is really nice, cross some nice creeks but then when you pass the Sammy Millers farm clearing its private land for nearly 7 miles. A local told me that the Lower Alpine view is known for having many, many rattlesnakes so dont recommend camping there. 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 LT passes Shingle Run and then a steep descent and ascent through Snake Run. Parked by rt 220 and got shuttled to mile marker 1. -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. It is a beautiful stream with many falls, slides, cascades, and a unique mini-gorge of fractured rock. Be prepared for ticks. If you have two cars and want to set up a shuttle of your own, its certainly possible. This gets the hardest part of the trail out of the way first (the first five miles are quite hilly), and saves the most scenic area (Worlds End State Park) for the end. The climb continues, and then begins a descent to the west branch of Double Run with camping and hemlocks. Loyalsock Trail and Link Trail Loop Hard 4.6 (252) Worlds End State Park Photos (1,869) Directions Print/PDF map Length 16.5 miElevation gain 2,693 ftRoute type Loop Check out this 16.5-mile loop trail near Forksville, Pennsylvania. I am a very experienced hiker and was able to fall only 5 times over the two days. This area of the trail will be impacted by a pipeline and may be rerouted. Maps & Guides The Alpine Club of Williamsport's Loyalsock Trail Guide is a must-have, and comes in a rustic-looking cover. Once you cross Worlds End Road there will be two sites on your left and a small one on the right in some ferns along Double Run. Also, if you are planning on doing the trail during dry season water sources can be scarce so plan accordingly. Testing myself, mentally and physically and to get a fresh perspective. The initial climb from PA Route 87 is a fairly brutal .70 mile climb, so be prepared. Day 4 finished around 1:30 pm after 12 miles. The Haystacks is a great end of the overall Loyalsock Trail. Pass Sock Rock and a final view. NO OPEN FIRES on the LT from March 1 to May 25, and October 1 to December 1. When I think back on what I might have done differently for this trip, all I can think of is I might have taken just a bit longer to linger at some of the truly special places along the way. There are multiple vistas along Loyalsock trail, like Angel Falls (mile 23) a towering 80-foot waterfall that's accessible from the road if you're unwilling to hike the 60-mile trail, and Haystacks (mile 57) where an impressive class IV rapid cuts through the rock with icy mountain run-off. I chose to push on to Mineral Springs where there is a really nice little spot right on the east branch of Double Run at the foot of the descent, there are a few more once you cross Mineral Spring Road right before you get to the register. I thru-hiked the trail in March; it was still cold (down to 20 degrees), but there was no longer snow on the ground. This is a great trail, but more than 54 miles. Started Saturday around 12:30 at the park, and finished Monday at about 4:30 at Rt. The day started off well. The LT is blazed with yellow disks having red LT letters in the center. I lost my rain fly and had to backtrack about 1.5 miles to look for it. A couple of impressive vistas come after mile 35: Alpine View follows a rare switchback climb, and Loyalsock Canyon Vista is the first reward within Worlds End State Park. 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. Land Designation and Camping: This trail is mostly on state forest land where primitive camping is permitted; however, there are a couple brief stretches that cross private land where camping is not allowed. Instead, the Link Trail will follow the Loyalsock Trail (LT), from the WESP Visitor's Center at LT Mile 45.96 and head (after crossing Rte.154) up to LT Mile 44.63. Best marked and maintained trail weve seen this year. We smelled smoke from a fire, so we knew he was close. The last leg of the trail is absolutely stunning as you traverse the Loyalsock Creek at the haystacks. Began on 7/24 and finished on 7/27. Steep inclines (a few more switchbacks would have been nice), Challenging descents. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Alpine Club of Williamsports Loyalsock Trail Guide. Great trail with spectacular views, scenery, and experience! Sones Pond is incredible and if youre looking for a sweet spot to camp has multiple sites right there on the shore. Loyalsock Creek, Haystack Rapid, Bear Wallow Pond, Sones Pond, historic CCC camps, numerous waterfalls, cascades and vistas throughout the trails system and roads Covers the 59 mi. Took me 3 days and 2 nights at a pretty good clip. Canyon Vista was pretty epic and the trails through WESP are great, they are among the more challenging with regard to elevation change and trail grade so be prepared. The day after got home I was ready to start planning to get out in the woods again for another multi-day adventure. 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. From the Mead Road trailhead, the LT makes a rocky descent to an old railroad grade and turns left on the grade. Eastern trailhead: There is a large parking area on Mead Road. Other websites: Loyalsock State Forest, Worlds End State Park. Descend to the Loyalsock Creek for some beautiful hiking. Dushore PA 18614, Main Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm. My wife and i thoruoghly enjoyed this trail! When we finally reached the spot that we were going to set up camp for the 1st night the trails treacherous +/- in elevation and the rugged terrain caused my legs to tremble for the whole last mile of that first 5 mile hike. 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. Also, I wouldve brought a bit more tape for my blisters. related to the 59.2-mile Loyalsock Trail (LT) in Lycoming County, PA. While landowners have not objected to hikers crossing their properties, camping and fires are not permitted. It is a little over 59 miles in distance and passes through state forests for most of its length. How Much Should Your Backpack Weigh on a Thru-Hike? Stopping at vistas, snacks and water filling by creeks, and so on included. First backpacking trip of the season and reminded me I need to up my cardio game. The LT was amazing. From then on youll only get a couple of short climbs so pat yourself on the back. If youre not down with doing over 20 miles on the first day, camp at the site at mile 14 before you get to the clearing because theres not another until roughly mile 22. Planning to head to grad school for industrial design so I can start designing my own gear, but in the meantime I like MacGyvering things to suit my needs. Great scenery and saw lots of wild life. 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. Trail did not disappoint. Be sure to properly hang or store your food overnight. Mountain laurel is common along the trail and blooms in mid to late June. GPS was malfunctioning on Day 1 but days 2&3 averaged 6k+ of ascents each day. Another adventure. My partner and I through hiked it while we lived in PA. One of my favorite trails in PA. 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. Planning on thru hiking this trail with my son and possibly one daughter in the summer of 2018; maybe around July 4th weekend. backpacking loop It was 110 that day. Sones Pond looked like a very nice to camp as well with plenty of flat, pine needle-bed spots right next to the pond. Refer to the. Porkys Den is pretty cool but dont expect to see any porcupines. This 59-mile trail passes through the rugged forested mountains and valleys of the Loyalsock State Forest. Great trail! If you prefer steep descents, hike west. Depending on your connection speed, this document may take several minutes to open. An emotional moment I wont forget. While I had hiked sections of it before, (the longest day hike I had done prior to this was 15 miles) I decided to hike the whole length of the LT in January. 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. Note the following: The most recent Edition of our LT Guide and Maps is the 20th Edition. Before you ascend to the parking lot, theres a waterfall finale at Dutchman Falls from one last blue-blazed detour. I was very tired and uncomfortable at this point, but the evening was filled with great food, a fire, laughter and did I mention, wine? Very rocky, super hard on your feet if you arent used to it. Luckily had someone elses steps we could walk in! Loyalsock Trail, one of the best point-to-point remote backpacking trails in the state, and the complete Old Loggers Path, a 27 mi. I think the trail is a little easier that way and saves some of the best views for the end of the hike. NO FIRES are permitted in the Haystacks Area at anytime. Region: Mid-Atlantic (Loyalsock State Forest, Pennsylvania) Distance: 59.2 miles, 4-6 days Physical Difficulty: Moderate We spent 3 weeks living completely in the wilderness. Climb out of the gorge and then descend to Falls Run with possible camping. Great trail. 154, at its current crossing location. The Loyalsock Trail is a great trail for beginners and very experienced mountaineers. Beautiful fields with an abandoned hotel/casino. I brought the Loyalsock guide/maps which offered some additional info on the areas I hiked thru. 154 within that segment. I had gotten a message mid-afternoon that he had checked out the site and it was full of mosquitos and to go across the stream and hed be to the right. And he was bringing wine! Keystone Trails Association sponsors a patch for this trail. Angel Falls, reached via a short side trail at mile 23, is a must-visit. We recommend using this most recent Edition, if you are doing any longer-term hikes, especially thru hikes. We did it. Trail is very well marked with lots of signage and easy to see blazes. The rapids are ideal for swimming in summer and can be busy on weekends. The LT climbs steeply back to the grade at a seasonal waterfall. Primitive camping is permitted on State Forest land. The trail takes advantage of long-abandoned timber roads and railroad grades, reminders of the logging industry. Youll continue on to the Petes Hollow descent which is incredibly slippery and quite treacherous if even moderately wet, so take your time. Pushed 19 miles and camped at 47 miles. Of all the trails that Ive hiked in Pennsylvania, the Loyalsock Trail is the king of all of them. One of the newest trails in the park, Cold Run Trail, is sure to become a favorite among visitors. Unfortunately the All Trails app didnt work reliably and kept saying Opps something went wrong so I didnt use it. 6735 Route 220 For more detail, note the following link, with the course map: On Saturday September 23 between 10:00am and 3:00pm, the LT welcomes the Worlds End Fall Classic. Rapid ups in downs in elevation because we were hiking straight across a bunch of steep ridges. Most of the LT runs through State Forest land, which generally allows backcountry camping following LNT principles. Ending a 14-mile day, we set up camp and were surprised with a steak and potato dinner. The Eastern trailhead has plenty of parking and a nice, well-maintained restroom. A 4 day hike is a challenge. 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. Soften up, trust yourself some more. -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. I was able to swat away two nasty ones before they attached themselves to my skin. Sample Itinerary: This is how we did it, purposely leaving just a few miles for the last days drive home. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. Most LT thru-hikersstart at the Western trailhead. Friday 9am - 6pm 23.5 miles It is a classic Pennsylvania backpacking trail. We breezed through seven miles in the morning, stopped for lunch then at mile 14 loaded up on water. Climb to the rim of the gorge and then descend to Lees Falls. Pennsylvania has more than 12,000 miles of trails most of which remain accessible during this period. Change), You are commenting using your Twitter account. 154, between the turn into World's End State Park's (WESP) lower parking lot (by the concession stand and just north of the Rte. This loop is 5-6 miles long. Worlds End State Park provides access to the Loyalsock Trail as well as several other shorter trails. (LogOut/ Did entire trail in 4 days. Sorry pushed finished in error hope to go in August. When I got to PA and discovered the extraordinary beauty of Pennsylvania landscapes and the vast expanse of the public forests here I was hooked I hit the trails, often alone, and havent stopped since. Was thinking of hiking Memorial day week but I dont want to risk Jax from injury. Water: Generally plentiful. The Loyalsock State Forest comprises 115,000 acres in Bradford, Lycoming and Sull ivan counties. 87 end decent was brutal in the dark. They lead to the LT or Red X Trails and points of interest. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 27 h 39 min to complete. Cross Worlds End Road and continue a climb near a spruce forest. Water was scarce but still no major issues. But overall, I wouldnt change a thing. If you need a shuttle service, the Alpine Club has a listing on their site. Cross PA 154 and begin a long climb. Prior to each date, you will receive a follow up e-mail to confirm attendance. To purchase full Guide with directions, maps and additional info, go to: Loyalsock Trail Guides. Map legend: C= campsite or potential camping. -I saw a huge black bear about 40 ft in front of me just waddling along. Loyalsock State Forest, PA Add to Favorites Loyalsock State Forest is named for Loyalsock Creek, a scenic freestone stream that winds through the heart of its 114,522 acres. The LT in that area is currently a muddy mess and the trees that formerly held our LT markers are gone. I started yelling and the bear just left. Their site looks like its from the 90s, but the shuttle information seems to get updated regularly, and was current when I hiked it. This makes it much easier to more permanently move through pages of the Guide, as you navigate across the Trail. Day 3 was incredible. Effective Monday September 19, and with a planned ending date of sometime in May 2023, the Red-X Link Trail will be unable to cross Rte. The views are excellent. Before hiking, be sure that you are aware of what precautions you can take to minimize your chances of being bitten by a tick; the, Wear hunter orange during hunting seasons, and do not hike the LT during bear and deer seasons, which generally start the Monday prior to Thanksgiving and continue for three weeks. Trail running: The LT and connecting trails host a couple of trail run races every year. The sun was bright, the sky was clear, and the temperature was perfect. The trail passes Marys View and then descends to Dutters Run with several falls and stream crossings. Respect the water source, Trail is moist, all muddy for appx 1+ mile, Mile 6.24 to summit mile 6.38 very steep ascent to summit, Campsite and water source, respect the water. Keystone State. Find her on Instagram for cats and outdoor adventures. However, the Western trailhead only has parking for a few cars, so get there early if you want a spot. Side hikes not to be missed: High Knob Overlook, Angel Falls, Dutchman Falls. Most of the Loyalsock Trail is located within the Loyalsock State Forest, with the remainder on private land. Going down was harder, with several slips and some longer scary slides. Keep in mind, I hiked in long pants in early August--which was a good choice because there are extended sections on the trail where you'll be hiking through some kind of nettle (not urtica dioica) that even got me through my pants a few times. Loyalsock Trail Information Coordinates: 41.4175778N, -76.6107843W Approx. 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. This was why I was out there. We ended up finishing in 3.5 days (we were done by 4:00 p.m. on the last day). We had about five miles to get there. The trail is extremely easy to navigate and well marked. 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. All people hiking the LT do so at their own risk. Loyalsock Trail A designated State Forest Hiking Trail, The Loyalsock Trail is for the more adventurous outdoor enthusiasts with hiking and backpacking in mind. This group was created to share information, experiences, etc. We hiked at the end of June and found the initial 12-15 miles to be quite overgrown with grass, ferns, stinging nettle, and rhododendron. Water is fairly plentiful along the trail, as are established campsites. 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. The group was created by the Alpine Club of Williamsport, the. Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. Direction of hiking: Most hikers go from west to east. Awesome rainy day walk through the woods near Sones Pond in Loyalsock State Forest. Definitely overgrown in some areas but trail was well marked. Other issues: Stinging nettle is an issue on sections of the trail in summer. The LT is an end-to-end trail and, for a fee, shuttle service can be provided. We recommend that you wear or carry long pants since you may encounter briars or nettles on sections of the trail. 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. Blue dots are waterfalls or cascades. 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! The Haystacks, near the end of the trail. Worth the time and effort for sure. Another great site under canopy. Worlds End State Park Proudly founded in 1681 as a place of tolerance and freedom. But then I took in theview when you reach the top:a sea of never-ending green and cloudy skies. But there are also several miles of fairly boring road walking to balance that out. If you have a chain saw (and know how to use it), bring it; otherwise, loppers are good. I was placed into a boot camp styled punishment program and as part of this programs last phase of rehabilitation they would take us on what they called a wilderness phase. In my last few steps on the trail, I told myself to let it go. Leaving mile 22. -Hiking poles are a must. Learn how to purchase full Loyalsock Trail Guides with directions, maps, and additional info. 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. The park offers 15 miles of major and secondary trails leading to three breathtaking vistas. There are a few sections that follow roads and private land, where camping is not allowed; it also passes through Worlds End State Park, which only allows camping in official campgrounds. Another crossing at Ketchum Run leads you to more waterfalls accessible by ladder or bypass trail. The climb up to Alpine seemed never-ending, I even said out loud, I just want to be done! This was the second time I questioned myself and my capabilities. All hikers should be aware of the following tips and information: 2021 Alpine Club of Williamsport | Site by. Trickiest part is grades and rocks. 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. The most comprehensive detailed outdoor recreation map of available of Loyalsock State Forest in Pennsylvania. I initially thought I was taking on this adventure alone and was delighted when my friend Liz decided to join me for the adventure. I had the trail completely to myself between miles 5 and 59. Most of the Loyalsock Trail is located within the Loyalsock State Forest, with the remainder on private land. Saturday 8am - 6pm 23.5 miles What would theLoyalsockTrail be without one more climb? Well blazed throughout. 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. 2021 Alpine Club of Williamsport | Site by, Gas Well and Pipeline Activity on Allegheny Front. The creek was rushing and beautiful this morning. Highly recommend. 87. Thankfully there is another option hikers have - the Loyalsock/Link Loop. Did a west to east thru 10/29 - 11/2. The area around Sones seemed to be the most probable spot to see rattlers on the trail but luckily I didnt run across any. The LT follows mountain ridges and streams through the Loyalsock Creek watershed as it travels through the woods on footpaths, old logging roads and abandoned railroad grades. Reach Hessler Branch with camping and water. Views of waterfalls, canyons, rivers and streams. I think that was my favorite portion of the trail, though there are several pretty waterfalls and vistas elsewhere that are worth the effort. The LT levels and then drops down to PA 87 and the western terminus. It is roughly parallel to Loyalsock Creek and traverses rugged lands mostly in Loyalsock State Forest.The trail is maintained by the Alpine Club of Williamsport and has been known for its distinctive blazes, made from the tops of tin cans and painted a . Descend and then climb again, passing some giant rocks. 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. My eyes were filled with tears of pain, happiness, and exhaustion, I knew was what waiting for me in that parking lot. Reach the top with large boulders and ledges. Campsite, water source. The Trip The Loyalsock Trail is a remote and challenging 59-mile trail offering scenic views of river valleys, mountains, and waterfalls, especially spectacular in fall with Pennsylvania's mixed hard-wood/pine forests showing off their colors. Generally speaking, there are established sites at the best places to camp, and most of the sites have water sources nearby. 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. The Alpine Club of Williamsports Loyalsock Trail Guide is a must-have, and comes in a rustic-looking cover. Opening 'Loyalsock Trail - Forestry Trail Guide 8-5x14' (2 MB). (LogOut/ Reach the top and hike among giant boulders. Day 2 brought soggy gear, wet grass, and fog. I hiked the Loyalsock in 3 days last weekend, July 24th-26th. The two best seasons are probably Springwhen the trails numerous streams and waterfalls would really come aliveand Fall, whichwould be a great timeto visit for the foliage. -If you're planning to do just a section I highly recommend mile 23 to mile 44. The ascents and descents were quite difficult between the mud and the rocks - I personally would call this a difficult trail, but I realize that's all subjective. Some steep ascents and descents to keep it challenging. I was so excited to be done hiking before 5:00 p.m.today! Railroads The Eagles Mere RR grade is a trail without blazes. Black dots are large rocks. The forest spans . Alpine Club membership is open to anyone over the age of 18. 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. It is recommended that you use the most current (20th) edition. Lost about 5-6 miles of tracked Alltrails mapping due to weather primarily. Expect to pay around $40/person for a pickup at one trailhead and a drop-off at the other. The gorge is very scenic. The trail guide says 60 miles, and I recorded 65 miles when I hiked it a few weeks ago. Keep in mind that there are many stream crossings, which could be more difficult after snow melt or during rainy months. Amenities: Worlds End State Park office has a modern restroom and running water. This is the only point on the trail where I lost my footing and hit the deck. Contact the Loyalsock State Forest. 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. For more detail, note the following course map: On Saturday, June 24, the Old Logger's Path welcomes the Sharp Top 25/50K. 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