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Hiking Near Emerald Lakes, Pennsylvania

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Shorter Routes

These hikes keep it under 5 miles and climb less than 1,500 feet, making them ideal for quicker outings or lower-key days. Perfect for a morning stretch, a casual afternoon, or getting outside without committing to a big push. Don’t let the stats fool you — many still pack in great views and rewarding moments.

Stone Trail and Boundary Trail Loop

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Stone Trail and Boundary Trail Loop

Less Crowded
easy
3.9 mi
+215 ft
Fourth Run, Stage and Park Road Loop

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Fourth Run, Stage and Park Road Loop

Waterfall
easy
3.74 mi
+406 ft
Sand Spring Trail

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Sand Spring Trail

easy
1.49 mi
+5 ft
Bear Creek Preserve Loop

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Bear Creek Preserve Loop

Birding
moderate
2.91 mi
+312 ft
Mount Minsi Loop

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Mount Minsi Loop

Fall Colors
moderate
4.84 mi
+1,098 ft
Lehigh Gorge Loop

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Lehigh Gorge Loop

Birding
moderate
4.82 mi
+787 ft
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Adventurous Routes

These routes go beyond 10 miles and are built for days when you want to cover more ground and push a little deeper. Expect longer distances, more effort, and bigger payoffs — whether that’s remote terrain, summit views, or a full-day challenge. Ideal for hikers looking to go farther and stay out longer.

Mount Tammany and Sunfish Pond Loop

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Mount Tammany and Sunfish Pond Loop

Lake
strenuous
11.22 mi
+2,333 ft
Sunfish Pond via Mt. Tammany Fire Road

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Sunfish Pond via Mt. Tammany Fire Road

Fall Colors
strenuous
10.35 mi
+1,539 ft
Appalachian Trail - Stokes S.F. South

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Appalachian Trail - Stokes S.F. South

Lake
extreme
10.61 mi
+1,385 ft
South Stokes Loop

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South Stokes Loop

Fall Colors
strenuous
10.13 mi
+1,248 ft

Other Nearby Routes

Not finding what you're looking for? These additional nearby hikes offer more ways to get outside and explore the area. With a mix of lengths, difficulty levels, and terrain, you're likely to find something that fits your plans for the day. And remember, you can always use the onX Route Builder to create your own adventure from scratch.

North/South Loop

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North/South Loop

Views
moderate
5.64 mi
+900 ft
Lakeside Trail

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Lakeside Trail

Lake
easy
5.06 mi
+146 ft
Appalachian Trail: Wind Gap to Fox Gap

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Appalachian Trail: Wind Gap to Fox Gap

Views
strenuous
8.3 mi
+944 ft
Appalachian Trail - Fox Gap to Columbia Gas Pipeline

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Appalachian Trail - Fox Gap to Columbia Gas Pipeline

Fall Colors
moderate
5.19 mi
+870 ft
Appalachian Trail - Mount Minsi

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Appalachian Trail - Mount Minsi

Views
strenuous
6.34 mi
+576 ft
Hickory Run - Fireline - Skyline Loop

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Hickory Run - Fireline - Skyline Loop

Views
strenuous
5.81 mi
+858 ft