This summer the Duncannon Outdoor Club ventured up north to hike the 7.2 mile falls trail loop at Ricketts Glen State Park. We started at the bottom of the mountain to Waters Meet where we headed up the northeast branch of the falls trail.

If you have never been to Ricketts Glen you must put it on your bucket list. There are many hiking trails, a great lake, beach, campsites, RV hook-ups, cabins, and lots off wildlife. Forget about your phones as there is no internet or phone access providing a great opportunity to focus on nature.

Following are some pictures to give you an idea of the beauty this park has to offer.

Once at the top of the northeast falls trail we turned right onto the Highland Trail, a very interesting relatively flat trail which meanders between large rock formations, where we stopped for lunch.

All in all it was a great day as we headed down the other side of the falls trail back to the start.

So, if you are looking for a great park to enjoy the outdoors, Ricketts Glen comes highly recommended. With 13,050 acres and 22 beautiful breathtaking main falls it is a “Got to See” jewel in the counties of Columbia, Luzerne, and Sullivan in Pennsylvania.

Be aware that it is a very popular state park requiring one to plan ahead., Cabin rentals go very quickly and must be made well in advance. Campsites are more readily available.

Did you ever want to hike up Hawk Rock but were afraid you wouldn’t make it or the kids couldn’t handle it?  Or, were you afraid of holding other hikers up?   Back by popular demand, you now have a chance to hike Hawk Rock at variable paces and levels on Oct. 19^th.   The hike leader will be the last person up and back providing the opportunity for friends and families of all levels.  Distance is 1.5 to 2 miles.  Elevation is 700 ft. with some rocks and steep rock steps.  We will meet at 9:00 am. at the Duncannon Recycling center, Watershed Dr.  Call Deb at 717-395-2462 or email at dtakach@duncannonatc.org to register.

Did you ever want to hike up Hawk Rock but were afraid you wouldn’t make it or the kids couldn’t handle it?  Or, were you afraid of holding other hikers up?

National Family Hiking Day is Sept., Sat. 28^th and a chance to hike Hawk Rock at variable paces and levels. The hike leader will be the last person up and back providing the opportunity for friends and families of all levels.  Distance is 1.5 to 2 miles.  Elevation is 700 ft. with some rocks and steep rock steps.  We will meet at 9:00 am. at the Duncannon Recycling Center on Watershed Drive. Call Deb at 717-395-2462 or email at dtakach@duncannonatc.org to register.