We will cover many of the 18 miles of trails this park offers. Trails of varied surfaces are through meadows and forests with rolling hills. Sturdy hiking boots are recommended. Bring water and lunch/snacks. Steady rain or snow cancels.

Meet at the Illick's Mill parking lot at 100 Illick's Mill Road in Bethlehem. We will walk the Monocacy Trail 2 miles to Central Moravian Church, 400 Main St., Bethlehem for the Bach At Noon Concert. The concert is free, by donations are gratefully appreciated. After the concert we will eat lunch along the Monocacy Creek and then walk 2 miles back to our cars. The Monocacy Trail is flat with both paved and gravel surfaces. Bring lunch and water. Rain on the morning of the event will cancel the hike, and we will meet on the balcony of the church at 11:50 am to enjoy the concert.

Let's get an early start to the day and enjoy a peaceful Lehigh Parkway. We will meet at the Allentown Fish Hatchery and complete a series of figure eights all along the Little Lehigh Creek. You can complete the entire distance or turn around and head back early depending on the distance you are comfortable with. Sneakers are fine as the terrain is both paved and crushed stone. Bring water and perhaps snacks if you think you will be hungry and dress for the weather conditions.

Rugged and rewarding 7-mile hike that explores the rocky ridgelines of Miller Mountain, one of Schuylkill County’s lesser known but more physically demanding hiking areas. The route features steep ascents, sustained elevation gain, and classic Pennsylvania ridge terrain. Expect rocky footing in places.

Come prepared with sturdy footwear, snacks, lunch, and plenty of fluids.

The hike will be canceled in the event of adverse weather.

This rugged hike will start at Mauch Chunk Lake Park. We will hike on historic rail beds with a graded ascent to a vista followed by a steep descent back into town. And a swingset! Please bring 2+ liters of water plus lunch and snacks and wear sturdy hiking boots. Trekking poles are recommended. Steady rain or thunderstorms cancels.

Let's get an early start to the day and enjoy a peaceful Lehigh Parkway. We will meet at the Allentown Fish Hatchery and complete a series of figure eights all along the Little Lehigh Creek. You can complete the entire distance or turn around and head back early depending on the distance you are comfortable with. Sneakers are fine as the terrain is both paved and crushed stone. Bring water and perhaps snacks if you think you will be hungry and dress for the weather conditions.

This is a 8-9 mile loop hike that will have us climbing 1,100'+ with multiple beautiful views of the Delaware River culminating with a view across to Mount Tammany. Lunch at the top of the climb will be followed by a ridge walk along the Appalachian Trail to Totts Gap with a gradual road descent to a woodland trail back to the parking lot. The initial climb is steep in places with some stream crossings and therefore sturdy hiking boots and trekking poles are recommended. Steady rain or thunderstorms will cancel. Bring at least 2L of water plus lunch and snacks.

This historical 4 hike to the Eckville Appalachian Trail Shelter begins at Pine Swamp Road and follows a time-honored blue-blazed route steeped in Appalachian Trail history. The climb winds steadily through mature forest and rocky outcrops before connecting with the Appalachian Trail itself, where generations of hikers have passed through this corridor of Pennsylvania’s Blue Mountain. The destination, the Eckville Appalachian Trail Shelter, is one of the oldest shelters on the AT and uniquely includes a caretaker’s residence—making it a living link to the early stewardship of the Trail. This hike offers not only a rewarding ascent and scenic ridge walking, but also a meaningful opportunity to experience a landmark that reflects the enduring spirit, community, and volunteer legacy of the Appalachian Trail.

Please bring snacks, fluids and an interest in learning about the history of the Appalachian Trail and the Eckville area and Shelter in Berks County.

We always get a great assortment of goodies and supplies. Fresh fruit, vegetables and sweet treats are always popular. You can also contact hike leader to find out what we need. Karen 267-424-4602 or email me at kjgradel@gmail.com.

We always get a great assortment of goodies and supplies. Fresh fruit, vegetables and sweet treats are always popular. You can also contact hike leader to find out what we need. Karen 267-424-4602 or email me at kjgradel@gmail.com.