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Hawk Rock Up and Back Hike Opportunity

On October 24, Duncannon Appalachian Trail Community is teaming up with Lindgren Craft Brewery and sponsors for the 2nd Brews & Views event. The estimated 8.5-mile Fall Brews & Views section hike has SOLD OUT, but the club is offering an alternative opportunity for any and all skill levels.

This is a much shorter no-cost hike opportunity.

Hawk Rock: Up and Back Hike Opportunity

Hosted by: Duncannon Appalachian Trail Community

Date: October 24th, 2026
Cost: Free. Merchandise will be on hand for purchase including t-shirts, hats, key chains.
What’s Included: a sticker, healthy vibes in nature, and the view from Hawk Rock
Meet-up Location: Hawk Rock Parking Lot : https://maps.app.goo.gl/RMBkktV1nfkyKbmS7
Meet-up Time: 8:00a.m. gathering begins. Chat, stretch, talk about hiking and get into groups to enjoy the hike. Hike leader will start at 8:30a.m. and a trail sweep will start just after 9a.m. Hike with us.

🥾 Hike Conditions & Expectations

Distance: Under 2 miles
Elevation: Roughly 700 feet of elevation gain
Terrain: Rocky footpath typical of central Pennsylvania, with uneven footing, roots, and rocky sections. Leaves make the trail slippery this time of year.
Pace/How Long Will This Take: Hike your own hike pace. This is designed for all skill levels to be out in nature and enjoy a hike. Feel free to go as far as you can and take breaks as needed. Budgeting time for a hike with all skill levels isn’t precise and it depends how long attendees want to stay up top and take in the view. We are hoping to finish the guided hike and have trail sweep back down by 11:00. Fit people who use this trail might complete it in less than an hour if they didn’t spend much time at the top, Others will take longer and savor more nature or rest breaks. Hike your own hike; we all love hiking for different reasons.
Experience Level: Anyone! No experience necessary. This hike is for anyone who wants to hike. Set out on the path and go as far as you feel comfortable and turn around anytime you want to go back. Or set out behind our leader and go up, enjoy the view and come back down to our merch table. As with all exercise, a reasonable level of fitness is required.
Gear: Participants should come prepared with appropriate footwear, water, and weather-appropriate clothing. Bonus: Trekking poles, a small trash bag and gloves in case there’s a need to pick up debris, snacks, first aid kits, journals, cameras, or your favorite gear.
Dog friendly considerate dogs are welcome on this hike.

Please plan for some extra time in Duncannon (we call it Funcannon for a reason) before and after to check out our thriving business community and hiker amenities. Perry County offers so much to explore.

April 11, 2026 Brews & Views Hike on the Appalachian Trail

🍺🥾 Brews & Views Hike on the Appalachian Trail 🥾🍺
April 11 | Duncannon, PA

Join the Duncannon Appalachian Trail Community and Lindgren Craft Brewery for our first-ever Brews & Views Hike! This guided Appalachian Trail hike starts at Rt. 225 and follows the A.T. back to Duncannon, ending with a cold beer at Lindgren Craft Brewery 🍻

🎟 Cost: $20
Includes:
✔️ Shuttle bus from Duncannon Square to the Rt.225 trailhead
✔️ Custom event t-shirt
✔️ One 16oz Pint at Lindgren Craft Brewery after the hike

⏰Schedule
On Saturday, April 11, 2026 meet between 8:00-8:15 AM in the parking lot behind the A.T. sign in Duncannon Square (24 N. Market St. Duncannon, PA 17020). Bus departs promptly at 8:30 AM to the trailhead and hike back in small groups.

🥾 Hike Info
• ~8.5 miles
• ~1,800 ft elevation loss
• Moderate to strenuous
• Rocky A.T. terrain, ending with crossing the Clarks Ferry Bridge on the pedestrian sidewalk
• Steady, conversational pace

Best for hikers with prior experience. Come prepared with proper footwear, water, snacks, and weather-appropriate gear.

Spots are limited and registration ends March 20^th — sign up early and join us for great views, great brews, and an unforgettable A.T. experience! 🌄🍺

Huge thank you to our inaugural “Trail Boss” Sponsor: Visit Hershey & Harrisburg. VHH’s involvement in our central PA community is invaluable, and with many exciting events and “adventures,” they offer something for everyone! Check out VHH and all their local outdoor activities here: https://www.visithersheyharrisburg.org

⚠️ Waiver
Participants hike at their own risk. Organizers and partners are not responsible for injuries, illness, or loss during the event.

Hawk Rock “First Day Hike”

The Duncannon Appalachian Trail Community is partnering with Lindgren Craft Brewery to hold our 1st annual “First Day Hike” to Hawk Rock to ring in 2026!

We would love to have you join us, See below for details and the link to the event advertisement on Facebook.

When: Thursday, January 1, 2026 at Noon. Hike will happen rain (snow) or shine!!

Where: 5 N. Market St. Duncannon, PA 17020. Meet outside Lindgren Brewery.

What: Hike Hawk Rock!

Plan: Depart Lindgren for a walk through lower Duncannon and the little Boston neighborhood to parking lot at the Duncannon Watershed (where recycling happens every 2nd Saturday thanks to local Boy Scouts and their families.) Hike up to the Hawk Rock overlook and back down to return to Duncannon.

After the hike, the Lindgren Brewery bar will be open to warm up and purchase drinks until 3:00pm (for hike attendees only!) Wear weather appropriate clothes and shoes and bring a snack. (The Lindgren’s kitchen will NOT be open).

If you can’t join us on New Year’s Day, keep an eye out for “Brews and Views” hike events we’re planning for Spring and Fall in 2026.

Link to Facebook Event: First Day Hike to Hawk Rock

(Side note: This club is working on updating our website. We also communicate via the DATC Facebook Page.)