Saturday September 29, 2018 - Hamburg Reservoir to Port Clinton

6+ mod to strenuous miles
This is a re-scheduled AT hike along the mountain ridge. Some climbs, lots of rocks and a switchback descent offering outstanding views. Stop for a bite to eat on the trail. Boots and poles recommended.

For more information and further directions, contact: 610-301-7271

Meeting place: 9:15 am, Port Clinton playground

Directions: Rt. 61 North past Hamburg, 1st left off of Rt. 61 in Port Clinton to the playground parking lot (over the bridge and RR tracks)

NOTE: Extreme weather cancels

Saturday September 22, 2018 - French Creek Six Penny Hike

4 to 5 moderate miles

Let’s take a circle hike in the deep woods of French Creek. We will make several easy stream crossings and walk through the old Six Penny swimming and picnic area. Lunch after is optional.

For more information or further directions, contact: 484-252-9493

Directions: Go south on 345 from Birdsboro to east entrance of park. Bear right on Park Road. Turn right on Scott’s Run Road and go to parking lot at the entrance to Scott’s Run Lake.


Meeting place: 10:00 am at Scott’s Run Lake parking lot

Saturday September 15, 2018 - French Creek State Park Green Trail

6 mod to difficult miles

We will take the Lenni Lenape Trail for our hike today. This trail is rocky and we will need to watch out for the tree roots. There may be some muddy areas as well, along with some hills. We will take a snack and restroom break at Scott’s Run Lake. We will pass the pavilion and nature area on the return back to the parking area. Lunch later at Exeter Restaurant.

For more information and further directions, contact: 610-603-9461

Meeting place: 9:30 am, Hopewell Furnace Visitors Center

Directions: Go south on 345 from Birdsboro. Continue past east entrance of park and turn right at Hopewell Road.

GPS: 2 Mark Bird Lane, Elverson 19520

Saturday September 8, 2018 - French Creek State Park

5 - 6 moderate miles

We will hike on several trails, view two lakes and see/use some new boardwalks over the marshy area by Hopewell Lake on this loop hike.

Directions: Go south on 345 from Birdsboro to east entrance of park. Bear right on Park Road to Hopewell Lake west boat ramp parking lot and go behind the restroom facilities, near the playground area

NOTE: A downpour at 9:15 may cancel the hike.

For more information or further directions, contact: 484-797-4234 or 610-698-4293


Meeting place: 9:30 am, French Creek State Park

Saturday September 01, 2018 - Pulpit Rock Loop Hike

6 moderate to strenuous miles

We began the summer with this hike and will end it by doing the same hike in reverse. This is a classic that bears repeating! Be prepared for hills, rocks, a great overlook, and good companionship. You know the drill – hiking shoes, hat, water, a snack and lunch afterwards.

For more directions or further instructions, contact: Rt. 61N, exit onto South 4th Street in Hamburg, after 1 mile make a right onto State Street, after 2.2 miles make a right onto Reservoir Rd. 

NOTE: Heavy rain and/or thunderstorm will cancel this hike

For more directions or further information, contact: 717-376-5289


Meeting place: 9:00 am, Hamburg Reservoir Parking area at end of Reservoir Road, off old Rt. 22 about 2 miles east of Hamburg