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Hiking Near Penn Lake Park, 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.

D & L Trail Lehigh Tannery to White Haven

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D & L Trail Lehigh Tannery to White Haven

Waterfall
easy
3.14 mi
+49 ft
Bear Creek Preserve Loop

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Bear Creek Preserve Loop

Birding
moderate
2.91 mi
+312 ft
Woodland Way Trail

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Woodland Way Trail

Lake
easy
1.96 mi
+86 ft
Lehigh Gorge Loop

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Lehigh Gorge Loop

Birding
moderate
4.82 mi
+787 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
Stone Trail and Boundary Trail Loop

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Stone Trail and Boundary Trail Loop

Less Crowded
easy
3.9 mi
+215 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.

Hickory Run - Fireline - Skyline Loop

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Hickory Run - Fireline - Skyline Loop

Views
strenuous
5.81 mi
+858 ft
Bald Mountain-Vista Trail Loop

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Bald Mountain-Vista Trail Loop

Views
strenuous
7.88 mi
+769 ft
Lakeside Trail

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Lakeside Trail

Lake
easy
5.06 mi
+146 ft
North/South Loop

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North/South Loop

Views
moderate
5.64 mi
+900 ft
Falls Trail

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Falls Trail

Birding
strenuous
6.38 mi
+1,151 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