A bird sitting on a nest of eggs.

Hiking Near Lower Allen, Pennsylvania

Shorter Routes icon

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.

Towpath Trail

Hike Route

Towpath Trail

Birding
easy
1.16 mi
+0 ft
Boyd Big Tree Loop Hike

Hike Route

Boyd Big Tree Loop Hike

Birding
moderate
4.64 mi
+662 ft
Balanced Rock Loop

Hike Route

Balanced Rock Loop

Birding
easy
3.24 mi
+146 ft
White Rocks Trail (Center Point Knob Hike)

Hike Route

White Rocks Trail (Center Point Knob Hike)

Fall Colors
moderate
2.76 mi
+489 ft
Hawk Rock Loop

Hike Route

Hawk Rock Loop

Birding
strenuous
1.83 mi
+772 ft
Scenic Vista Loop

Hike Route

Scenic Vista Loop

Birding
moderate
3.62 mi
+628 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.

AT: Darlington Shelter Out-and-Back

Hike Route

AT: Darlington Shelter Out-and-Back

Birding
moderate
7.81 mi
+959 ft
Little Buffalo Loop

Hike Route

Little Buffalo Loop

Birding
moderate
5.25 mi
+1,006 ft
Mt. Gretna Loop

Hike Route

Mt. Gretna Loop

Fall Colors
moderate
5.46 mi
+763 ft
Sunset Rocks Loop Hike

Hike Route

Sunset Rocks Loop Hike

Birding
strenuous
7.21 mi
+1,094 ft
Turkey Hill Trail/Low-Grade Hi-Lo Loop

Hike Route

Turkey Hill Trail/Low-Grade Hi-Lo Loop

Birding
strenuous
6.19 mi
+645 ft
Camp Mack Loop

Hike Route

Camp Mack Loop

Birding
moderate
5.47 mi
+1,183 ft