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Bordner Cabin Trail

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Visit a historic cabin and small waterfall along this easy forest route in Swatara State Park.
3.1
mi
Distance
98
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
HistoricalRiver/CreekScenicWaterfall

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
3.05mi
Distance
98ft
Elevation Gain
98ft
Elevation Loss
--%
Max Grade
512ft
High Point
450ft
Low Point
Path Type
There and Back
Description
From the Sand Siding Road parking area, head west a short distance on Swatara Rail Trail, then turn left onto Sand Siding Trail. After crossing the bridge over Swatara Creek, turn left onto Bear Hole Trail. The wide crushed-stone trail winds gently through the forested Swatara Creek valley with minimal elevation change, offering a quiet setting for wildlife viewing and creekside scenery. The route leads to the historic Armar Bordner Cabin, a preserved 1930s-era structure built from local stone and timber. Just beyond the cabin, a short path leads to Aycigg’s Falls — a small but scenic cascade on Rattling Run. The area around the cabin provides a natural rest and picnic spot before returning along the same trail.

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