5.5 moderate miles
Hike through scenic and historic Oley farmland. We will pass Reiff and DeTurk homesteads and the location of the Moravian School. This should be a scenic walk. If it's a cold day, bundle up since this is an Oley Road Hike!
Meeting place: 10 AM Weis Market, 61 Kings Plaza, Route 73 and Friedensburg Rd. in Oley 19547
GPS: [40.3882513,-75.7971405]
For more information and further directions, contact: 610-850-1855
An easy in & out
We will hike the Union Canal Trail. We’ll go as far as we want then turn and come back. Heavy snow or rain will cancel.
Meeting place: 10:00 AM at the parking lot, 2083 Tulpehocken Rd., Wyomissing 19610
GPS: [40.3615668,-75.9717171]
Directions: From Route 183 north, Use the right lane to merge onto US-222 S via the ramp to Lancaster. Take the Broadcasting Rd. exit. Turn Left onto Broadcasting Rd. Turn Right onto Tulpehocken Rd. parking lot will be on the left.
From Route 222 take the Papermill Rd exit. Turn Right onto Berkshire Rd. At the T, turn Left onto Tulpehocken Rd. Parking lot is on the right
For more information and further directions, contact: 484-557-785
6.75 mile oval loop
From Shed Rd we will cross Rt. 345 and hike Lenape trail to Collier Trail, hike through Hopewell Village where we’ll have a modern bathroom break, a short walk on Hopewell Road to Buzzards Trail, Raccoon Trail and then the outer perimeter of Mill creek trail via Millers Point, to Lenape to cross Shed Road to go back to our cars. There is a long gradual hill towards the end of the hike, so we could possibly be bribed to reverse the direction of this hike. But there will still be 1024’ of elevation gain….
Extreme weather cancels this hike. Wear orange since hunting could take place in some permitted areas of the park. Bring lunch and a chair for lunch together after the hike or we can find a warm indoor spot/ restaurant.
Meeting place: 10 AM Shed Road parking lot, French Creek SP, 1028 Shed Road, Douglassville, PA 19518
GPS: [40.217003, -75.7754744 approximate location]
For more information or further directions, contact: 570-706-5841 or 484-797-4234
4-5 miles
We will hike along Peters Creek past the Grandmother Sycamore, Peter’s Creek Spring, and the Peters Family Graveyard. At Evansville Rd. we will loop back on the other side of the creek, across Maidencreek Rd. following a gravel track to Lake Ontelaunee looping back on a grassy track following the lake shoreline part of the way back. 4+ easy miles with one short hill.
Meeting place: 9:45 AM at the parking area on Maidencreek Rd.
GPS and Google Maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/UT9whRThvM3Q1vub6
[40.45987,-75.90063]
GPS address is approximate: 1301-1309 Maidencreek Rd, Fleetwood
For more information ore further directions, contact: 412-445-7319
4-5 moderate miles
This hike begins at the Antietam Lake parking area at 10:00 am. We will hike to the Mudcatcher’s Trailhead and do an out and back. We will continue to the Angora Fruit Farm and wind our way back to the parking lot. We should see a few ruins along the way. The group may decide on a lunch option.
Extreme weather conditions cancel. Wear orange because it is hunting season
Meeting place: 10:00 am at the large Antietam Lake Park parking area on the horseshoe bend in sight of the lake
GPS: 230 Angora Rd. [N 40 21.387 W 075 52.422]
For more information or further directions, contact: 973-879-7080 or 610-468-7236
5 Moderately difficult miles ( with alternative)
Join our group as we hike once again through some of the well-marked trails of Monocacy Hill’s 428 acres. We will go down to the creek with the charming waterfall and up to the peak with beautiful views of the valley. We may also go by landmarks like the never-used railroad trestle and the homestead site of Sallie Shirey. Hiking boots/poles are recommended as the climb is a bit rocky. Wear orange because it is hunting season. For those who don’t wish to climb to the peak, an alternative path that meets up on the other side is a possibility. Lunch at Vincenzo’s afterward, 1333 Old Swede Rd, Douglassville, 610-689-8000, https://www.vincenzosristorante.org
Meeting place: 9:30 a.m. in Geiger Rd parking lot. Parking in lot is limited – if parking on the road, park on the side next to the recreation area, NOT across the street at residents’ houses.
Directions: From 422 coming from Reading use the jug handle to turn left onto Limekiln Rd. Turn right onto Monocacy Hill Rd, right again onto Geiger Rd and right into the parking lot.
GPS: 42 Geiger Rd, Douglassville PA 19518 [40.280955, -75.754068]
For more information or further directions, contact: 610-468-5039
Approx. 4 miles very hilly
Hills are quite moderate but, there are a lot. Very pleasant walk through the woods. Be aware this is a mountain biking trail. WEAR ORANGE TO BE SAFE. Heavy snow or rain will cancel. Light snow could be nice.
Meeting place: 9:30 AM at Holl’s Trailhead off Highland Road.
Directions: From State Hill Road turn left onto Brownsville Road. Turn right onto Highland Road at Spitlers Collision (approx. 1.7 miles). The road is not maintained and very rutty. The Trailhead in on the right.
For more information and further directions, contact::484-557-7854
Approx. 6 miles
This hike will traverse both sides of the scenic Swatara Creek utilizing the Swatara Rail Trail and the Bear Hole Trail. It is mostly flat on well maintained surfaces.
1st Meeting place: 9 AM Old Church Rd parking at Blue Marsh
2nd Meeting place: 10 AM Sand Siding Trailhead, Route 443, Pine Grove
Directions: Take Route 443 west from Pine Grove. Continue past Route 81. Proceed another 3 -4 miles. Look for the Twin Grove Campsite on the right. Immediately past the campsite look for a dirt road to the left and travel down this road to the parking area. Snow/bad roads cancel.
GPS: 40.506622, -76.510338
For more information and further directions, contact: 610-850-1855
4 or 6 miles, your choice.
Hike from Old Church Road off Route 183. Wear orange. Lunch is optional afterwards. It will be anb easy in-and-out hike. Heavy snow or rain will cancel.
Meeting place: 9:30 am from Old Church Road parking lot off of Route 183. Parking lot is on the left.
Directions: Take Route 183 North. Pass the Blue Marsh Restaurant. In about 2.5 miles -Turn Left onto Old Church Road. Parking lot is on the left
GPS: Blue Marsh Road Old Church Trailhead.
For more information and further directions, contact: 484-557-7854
NOTE: Club Organizational Meeting after hike to check for readiness of first quarter in 2025.
3-4 easy miles
We had such a good time last year, we’re doing it again! We’ll stroll through Wyomissing to check out the beautiful decorations. Hot refreshments and cookies in the parking lot as before!
Rain or snow cancels.
Meeting place: 5:00 pm at the Knitting Mills Parking Lot, Penn Avenue & Park Road
Directions: Heading west on Penn Avenue through West Reading, turn right at Wawa onto Park Road, go 1⁄2 block, then left on Court Lane and left again into parking lot.
GPS: 900 block Penn Avenue, Wyomissing (entrance off Park Road)
NOTE CHANGE: For more information and further directions, contact: 610-223-6952 or 610-823-9023
Approx. 3-4 miles
Walk will take place on Schuylkill River Trail starting at trail head in Birdsboro.
Meeting place: 10:00 am Birdsboro Trail Head next to VFW on Armorcast Road
Directions: Take Route 345 into Birdsboro. At Turkey Hill make left onto Armorcast road. Trail head parking lot is on right side next to Birdsboro VFW on Armorcast Road.
Club Member Party: See flyer for complete details - Those attending hike can walk to Birdsboro Memorial Hall from trailhead. Party attendees should park in lot indicated on flyer.
9.3 strenuous miles
We will be hiking the Border Loop. This trail has many elevation changes, some steep. Beautiful views.
Should take about 4 hours on the trail. Lunch options afterwards.
Meeting place: 9:30 a.m.
Directions: Take I-78E to 22E to 309N toward Schnecksville. Go about 5 miles and turn left onto Old Packhouse Rd. Go about 1 mile and turn right onto Orchard Rd. Parking lot on left.
GPS: 4935 Orchard Road, Schnecksville, PA.
For more information and further directions, contact: 484-284-0946
5- 6 miles
A nice walk in Green Lane Park with water views, some ups and downs with some level areas. Make sure to bring your hiking poles. We'll discuss places to go to lunch afterwards.
DIRECTIONS: From Reading take Pricetown Road (Rte 12) to Breezy Corners and turn right on Rte 73 east. At Friedensburg Road traffic light, turn left, go past service station and turn left into shopping center parking lot.
GPS: 61 King’s Plaza, Oley
1st MEET: 9:00 a.m. at Weis Shopping Center in Oley, along Rt. 73. Carpool to trailhead if you can as there is not a lot of parking space at the park.
2nd MEET: 9:30 am, parking lot off of Deep Creek Road/ Snyder Road
Directions: Leaving Oley Weis, turn left towards Boyertown follow Route 73 to Route 663 north. Stay on Rte 663 until you make a right onto Deep Creek Road. Follow Deep Creek Road, make a right at Snyder Road, go 1/10 mile and turn left into parking lot.
For more information and further directions, contact: 610-223-6952
4 miles, moderate difficulty
Nice easy walk for the most part, few ascents for a good cardio workout.
Meeting place: 9:30 a.m. at Reading Museum parking lot
Directions: Heading west on Penn Avenue in West Reading, turn left on 5th Ave/Museum Road. After crossing bridge, turn right on Parkside Drive S., then right again into museum parking lot.
GPS: 500 Museum Reading
For more information and further directions, contact: 610-698-6784
4-mile loop, mid-range difficulty
We will hike the Birdsboro Preserve with several hills. The plan is to take Cocalico Double Track, then the Up
and Over track, then Stinson Run Reservoir Trail back to the Rustic Park. Lunch afterwards at Annamarie’s
on Main.
Meeting place: 9:30 a.m. at Rustic Park in Birdsboro
Directions: From 422 east, turn right on 345 to enter Birdsboro. After crossing river, stay on Furnace Street/Hay Creek Road. Drive approx. 1.5 miles to Rustic Park. Cross RR tracks and turn right into parking lot.
GPS: 1314 Haycreek Rd, Birdsboro, PA 19508
GPS Coordinates: 40.25473147459496, -75.81404525511705
For more information or further directions, contact: 610-468-5039.
Approx. 6 miles moderate to difficult
Rain or snow cancels. Leader will taker hikers on trails in Nolde Forest.
MEET: 9:30 a.m. at Saw Mill Parking Lot
DIRECTIONS: From Rte 724, turn south on Rte 625 (New Holland Road). Pass Church Road and go a short distance to Sawmill Parking Lot on the right.
For more information or further directions, contact: 484-824-2740
Approx. 5 miles, easy. mostly paved paths
We will trudge through meadows surveying to determine the best place to make camp over this coming 1777 winter as the British have mercilessly driven us from the warmth of our hearths in nearby Philadelphia. The advance surveying party from Berks County will determine defensible positions and cross open meadows where sunblock and/or colonial hats may be appropriate. Bring vittles for lunch at the picnic tables left at the park by friendly patriots. Bad weather cancels. (We are not as tough as our ancestors...)
1st Meeting place: 9:00 a.m. at Boscov’s east parking lot, 4500 Perkiomen Ave
2nd Meeting place: 10:00 a.m. at Varnum’s Picnic Area, Route 23 (Valley Forge Rd) - Valley Forge Park
DIRECTIONS: Take 422 east (about 34 miles from Boscov’s) to exit Rt. 23 Bridgeport/Valley Forge.
(This is approx. 4.1 miles after Oaks exit.) The road expands to three lanes over the bridge. Use the right-most lane and curve right towards Valley Forge at top of exit. There are two traffic lights close together. At second light, turn right onto Rt 23 west. (If you were to go straight at this light you’d go into the Visitor Center.) Go 1.6 miles to parking lot for Varnum’s Picnic area on right - about a half mile past the Valley Forge Chapel. As you approach, there is a slight S turn to the left. As the S straightens, you’ll see SLOW marked on the pavement and a sign on the right warning of pedestrians. Entrance is immediately after the pedestrian sign. (If coming from Phoenixville on Rt 23, Varnum’s is approx. 0.8 miles from Washington Headquarters’ traffic light.)
GPS: 40.10459, -75,44670 No address. Use Von Steuben Monument for nearby address.
For more information or furtehr directions, contact the Rebel Leader Lou! – 215-514-9016
5-6 miles, moderately difficult, some rocks
We will go up to the reservoir and take the Furnace Creek Trail up. Then we will find the Red Trail and cut over to Pulpit Rock. We will descend via the AT. Bring lunch and a chair and we will gather under the trees after the hike.
Meeting place: 9:30 am at Hamburg Reservoir Parking Lot
Directions: Take Route 61 to Hamburg. Turn right onto State St./Old U.S 22 and go 2.2mi. Turn left onto Reservoir Rd. and go 0.9 mi. to parking lot.
For more information and further directions, contact: 717-376-5289
4-5 miles
There are two brutal hills on Neversink, and we are going DOWN one of them. Everything else is woods and some stony trails with moderate hills. Should be at peak foliage, so it should be a colorful, beautiful hike!
Meeting place: 9:30 am – It’s a residential neighborhood and there is plenty of parking.
GPS: 27th & Fairview Streets, Mt. Penn
For more information and further directions, contact: 610-505-9397
Approx. 4 - 5 easy miles
This trail is paved with gravel for most of the trail. We will park and start at the Brentwood Trailhead of the
Schuylkill River Trail. Just southeast of the Brentwood Trailhead, the Angelica Greenway Trail branches off at
the western approach of the concrete arched trestle then makes a sharp right and passes under the old
railroad bridge used by the Thun Trail and under an active railroad trestle. The trail then makes another hard
right and follows the Angelica Creek in Angelica Park, past Alvernia University and neighborhoods until it
ends at the Ken Grill Recreation Center. This will be an “in and out” hike going from Brentwood to Ken Grill
and back to Brentwood. Afterwards, there will be an option to eat lunch at Mimmo’s Restaurant on route 10.
Meeting place: 9:00 am at the Brentwood Trailhead for the Thun Trail on route 10.
GPS: 620 Morgantown Road, Reading
For more information or further directions, contact: 610-823-9023
2 to 4 easy miles - street walk
Enjoy an early fall walk around the Pennside area and check out any Halloween decorations! We will also walk the trail behind the Antietam Valley Park & Recreation Center. Mostly level streets except for a short, level trail section. Return for ice cream and burgers at the Pennside Drive In.
Meeting place: 4:30 pm at the Pennside Drive-In. Please park on the far lot area to the right of the drive-in.
GPS: 900 block of Carsonia Avenue, Pennside
For more information or further directions, contact: 610-823-9023 or 610-914-1357
7 Moderate/strenuous miles
The hike will begin at Antietam Lake (parking area), starting promptly at 9:00 a.m. We will go to the Wm.
Penn Tower via several trails and then hike further to the Pagoda. Before going to the Tower, we will hike on
the Ferndale Trail up the steep hill to Kuechler's Roost. Some road hiking may take place (which I will keep
to a minimum). We will return via the Ferndale/Gravity trails and then to the Green trail down back to the
parking area. Expect this to last ~3.5 hours (excluding a short break at the Pagoda). Rain cancels. Advised to
wear an orange blaze vest and/or hat due to archery activity up there. Hopefully, this time (if they are
riding) I will show you some of those bikers riding on those hilly ascents jumping into the air and down.
Pretty amazing feats!
Meeting place: 8:45 am, the large Angora Road parking lot, near Hill Road, in sight of Antietam Lake.
NOTE: There are 2 intersections of Hill Road and Angora Rd but only one is in sight of the lake.
GPS: 230 Angora Road, Reading
For more information or further directions, contact: 215-205-3923
6 miles, easy to moderate
We'll hike through the Kernsville Dam reclamation meadow—where there are always interesting
birds, insects, and native plants—then along the Schuylkill River Trail. From this lovely stretch of trail, we'll cross to Hamburg Community Park and then along Franklin Street to Kaercher Creek Park, where we'll make a short loop. We'll finish by walking through downtown Hamburg to the trailhead and back along the river to the starting point.
Lunch option afterward at Rico Casa, 1343 Hex Hwy, Hamburg, Pa 19526.
Meeting place: 9:30 a.m. at John Bartram Trail & Kernsville Dam Road Parking Lot, Hamburg
DIRECTIONS: Heading north on 61, at traffic light for Cabela Drive, turn right onto Jetson Drive and right again on Industrial Drive. When you get to Kernsville Dam Road, turn left to trailhead.
GPS: 40.5625527,-75.9946005.
For more information or further directions, please contact: 412-445-7359 or 412-445-7319
9 moderate miles
We will once again visit the Switchback in JT, where history and nature come together on a trail that dates back to the early 1800s when trains hauled coal from the mines to the Lehigh Canal. Starting at Mauch Chunk Lake Park, we will take the lower trail into town, enjoy lunch, then return on the same trail. There will be a steep descent and ascent into town. Bring water and snacks, along with hiking boots for the rocky and muddy sections. Rain cancels.
1st Meeting place: 8:30 a.m. at Redner's Market, 5471 Pottsville Pike, Leesport (Rt. 61 North)
2nd Meeting place: 10:00 a.m. at Mauch Chunk Lake Park
Directions to 2nd meeting place: 61 north for approx. 13 miles, right onto 895 for 6.7 miles, left onto E. Railroad Ave in New Ringgold for another 6.7 miles, left onto W. Penn Pike for 2.2 miles, right onto Owl Creek Road (careful, hard to see this turn) for 8.1 miles to Mauch Chunk Lake Park Office
GPS: 625 Lentz Trail, Jim Thorpe [40.843472, -75.805361]
For more information and further directions, please contact: 610-914-1357
5 no-hills miles
We will hike through scenic farmland to Warwick Township and back. Steady rain cancels. Optional lunch afterwards. There is a good map of the trail online at “Ephrata Rail Trail.”
1st Meeting place: 9:30 a.m. at Ollie's (2251 Lanc. Pike, Shillington) and drive approx. 20 miles to the trailhead.
2nd Meeting place: 10:00 a.m. at Meadow Valley Road Trail Crossing
Directions: Go south on 272 to Ephrata. About 1⁄2 mile after passing Rte 322, turn right onto Meadow Valley Road and follow that all the way to the trail crossing. (If you get to Rothsville Road, you went too far.)
For more information or further directions, please contact: 610-750-4097
Approx. 5 moderate miles
We will hike around the perimeter trail of Leaser Lake, just over the northern Berks line in Lehigh County. The terrain will vary from open fields to deep woods and marshy areas. This hike is especially well-suited for spotting many different bird and wildflower species. Lunch will be up to the hikers present. As C J Hummels is now closed for lunches, other choices would be The Westy in Hamburg, or Fiore's in Shoemakersville. Call if weather is questionable.
Meeting place: 9:30 am, parking lot at end of Pleasure Court (south parking area and boat launch )
Directions: Take Rte 143 north out of Lenhartsville. Drive about 8 miles, make a left turn onto Pleasure Court, just before the large stone church in Jacksonville (about a mile past Wanamaker's General Store).
GPS: Pleasure Court, Kempton [ 40.671195 - 75.832145 ]
For more information or further directions, please contact: 610-921-3252 or 610-451-5380 morning of the hike.
4 to 5 moderate miles
Mostly wooded, shaded area on a combination of trails.
1st Meeting place: 9:30 a.m. at 1000 Church Road Parking (12 spaces)
2nd Meeting place: 9:50 a.m. at Sawmill Parking off Route 625
Park wherever you can, we are going to meet at both places.
DIRECTIONS: Coming from Reading take Route 625, make a right at Church Road, parking is on your left after about a quarter mile (1000 Church Road).
For Sawmill parking, continue on Route 625 for a quarter mile on your right.
For more information or further directions, please contact: 484-507-6926
4.6 miles – Moderately challenging
This is a loop around Bear Creek Ski Resort with some good elevations in the first 1.5 miles and then mostly level or downhill. After event: Bear Creek Trail End Cafe at location.
Meeting place: 9:00 a.m. on parking lot at end of Doe Mountain Lane, Macungie
DIRECTIONS: Start from Sheetz on Rte 222 Fleetwood. Just past Sheetz turn R on School House Lane (small elementary school on R). Follow to end. At T in the road turn L on Fleetwood Lyons Road. (This road has a lot of names as it runs through areas.) Stay on this for 17 miles. Turn right on Doe Mountain lane and look for the parking lot for Bear Creek. Start at Entrance.
GPS: Doe Mountain Lane, Macungie [40.47939 and end 75.6219]
For more information or further directions, please contact: 484-880-8140
Approx. 6 miles - Moderate
This hike will visit two overlooks with several hills to climb to get there. Lunch after will be at the Kville Hotel in beautiful downtown Kleinfeltersville.
Meeting place: 10:00 a.m. at the Middle Creek Wildlife Management Visitors Center
Directions: From 272 south, take Rte 897 north for 14 miles to Kleinfeltersville, then take the first left after the stop sign onto Hopeland Road, then travel 2 miles to the Visitors Center.
GPS: 100 Museum Road, Stevens 17578
for more informations or further directions, please contact: 717-949-2056
4 to 6 miles
This is a hike through the forest of Warwick County Park. We'll take the Horseshoe Trail onto the Charcoal Trail and the Connecting Trail back to the Horseshoe Trail. This is planned as a 4-mile hike but can be extended to 6 miles. There will be 4 to 5 hills with a difficulty level of 4. Lunch option at the Inn at St. Peter's Village afterwards.
Meeting place: 9:30 a.m. at the parking lot at Warwick County Park
DIRECTIONS: 222 S to 422 E to I-176 E exit toward Morgantown. Take exit 2 to turn left onto PA-10N/PA 23 E for 9.3 miles. Turn right onto County Park Rd., turn left into Warwick Co. Park.
GPS: 382 County Park Road, Pottstown PA 19465
For more inform action or further directions, contact: 610-750-3115
5 to 5.5 moderately difficult miles
This loop hike in northern Chester County will encompass the perimeter of the main portion of Coventry Woods. We will climb to the ridge, go down the opposite side, then reclimb on our return.
1st Meeting place: 9:30 a.m. at the far front end of Boscov's East parking lot (4500 Perkiomen Ave) to shuttle. 2nd Meeting place: Coventry Woods. Pass the first parking area just over the hill when entering, turn left at the bottom of the hill, and park after the next left turn.
Directions for 1st meeting place: Take Rte. 724 east from Birdsboro. About three quarters of a mile past River Bridge Rd (the road/bridge leading to Douglassville), turn right onto Unionville Rd. All-Type Fence used to be located at this intersection, not sure what is there today. Follow Unionville Rd. 2.1 miles past Temple Church and Shenkel Church. Turn right at St. Peter’s Road, then after about half a mile turn left into Coventry Woods (Fernbrook Lane is to the right).
Directions for 2nd meeting place: From Route 23, take St Peter's Rd through St Peter's Village and continue for about 4 miles on St Peter's Rd. When you see Fernbrook Lane to the left, turn right into Coventry Woods.
For more information or further directions, please contact: 610-850-1855
6.5 mile loop hike – Easy to moderate
Beautiful views with the distinct possibility of seeing an eagle or two along the trail route. There is at least one stream crossing that will involve rock hopping and the potential of wet boots, so plan accordingly. Bring your lunch and a camp chair and we can eat lakeside after the hike.
Meeting place: 10:00 a.m. at the Visitor’s Center of Merrill Creek Reservoir
DIRECTIONS: Take route 22E into New Jersey. Stay on 22E for about 2.1 miles. Bear left onto NJ 57 east for about 4.8 miles, then left on Montana Road for 2 miles. Left on Richline Road for .3 miles and another left onto Merrill Creek road for .3 miles. Right onto Visitor Center Road. (Your destination is only about 15 minutes into New Jersey after crossing the bridge from Easton, PA to Phillipsburg, NJ.)
GPS: 34 Merrill Creek Road, Washington, NJ 078
For more information and further directions, please contact: 484-284-0946
🍦“ICE CREAM HIKE” – GIBRALTAR AREA🍦
Approx. 3 miles
Evening walk on the Schuylkill River Trail to Old River Road to the Viaduct and then to Scoupe Deville for ice cream!
Meeting place: 5:30 p.m. at Gibraltar Road and 724 (small parking lot, more parking across from Turkey Hill)
DIRECTIONS: From Reading, take 422 East (West Shore Bypass) toward Pottstown. Exit at I-176 and take immediate next exit to 724 East. Turn left and proceed 3-4 miles. At Gibraltar Road traffic light, turn right (opposite Turkey Hill), and immediately turn right again into parking lot. If full, go across intersection on Gibraltar Road and use the parking lot at the park.
GPS: 3326 Main Street, Birdsboro
For more information or further directions, please contact: 484-948-5084
Approx. 5 miles, easy to moderate
This is a flat gravel out-and-back trail that parallels the Schuylkill River. There is an optional rockier trail at the end that leads to the Klapperthal Trailhead at the base of Neversink Mountain. Heavy rain cancels.
Meeting place: 9:00 am at Gibraltar Rd. trailhead
Directions: Traveling east on Route 422, turn right at the traffic light (Rite Aid on right) onto 47th Street which turns into Gibraltar Road. Travel approx. 1 mile and pass through 2 stop signs. Shortly after the 2nd stop sign and just before the river, the parking lot will be on your right.
GPS: 1018 Gibraltar Road, Birdsboro [N 40 17.412 W 75 52.066}
For more information or further directions, please contact: 973-879-7080
Approx. 6 miles
Our hike will be on a flat, gravel surface. We will walk as far as the Blue Mountain Railroad and watch the trains for a bit before returning. The trail will be busy on a Saturday morning, so we will need to remind ourselves not to bunch up on the width of the trail. Those who want an early lunch after the hike can decide where to eat. There are numerous places around Cabela's or in Hamburg.
Meeting place: 9:00 a.m. (let’s hike while it’s a bit cooler) at the Kernsville Dam Trailhead
Directions: From Route 61N, turn right at Jetson Drive, right at Industrial Drive, left at Kernsville Dam Road. After crossing single railroad tracks, look for desilting monument.
GPS: 25 Kernsville Dam Road, Hamburg
For more information or further directions, call or text: 610-451-0821
3 OR 5 miles, as you choose - Easy to moderate
After hiking the trails at Phoebe, everyone is invited to enjoy a PAID FOR LUNCH as a guest of the leader. The menu is varied and has gluten-free choices: soups, salads, hot and cold sandwiches, burgers, etc., desserts and drinks. If planning to stay for lunch, please call Fran ahead of time so she has a head-count.
Meeting place: 10:00 a.m. at main entrance to Phoebe Village Community Center (awning out front) DIRECTIONS: There are three parking areas.
#1. Enter Phoebe from Penn Ave. Proceed up hill, bear left, then make a right BEFORE going under the overpass walkway bridge. Park in available slots.
#2. Enter Phoebe from Penn Ave. Proceed up hill, bear right, follow signs to Health Care Center.
#3. From North Church Road, enter Phoebe Village BEFORE you actually see the PV houses. Go down road 100 yards and see Phoebe buses parked in lot. Park in any of the slots available. If all else fails just drive to my house at address below.
GPS: 47 Philadelphia Dr. Wernersville
For more information or further directions, contact: 484-256-7619 (Please RSVP if staying for lunch.)
8-9 moderate miles
Group will explore the chosen trails by the leader at this site. Henry's Woods, an old growth forest surrounding Bushkill Creek, is part of the hiking trails at the center. Should take just under 3 1/2 hours on the trail for the areas that the hike leader has chosen. Lunch options afterward.
Meeting place: 9:30 a.m. at Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center
Directions: Take I-78E to 22E to 33N (approx. 7.5 miles on 33 toward Stroudsburg). Take the exit toward Belfast, then left on Belfast Rd. Meet at the large triangular parking lot, just southeast of the park's Environmental Education Center on Belfast Road.
GPS: 426 Belfast Road, Nazareth [40.782614, -75.29254]
For more information and further directions, contact: 484-284-0946
4-5 miles, moderate
Hike is on mostly maintenance trails around the lake and runs along the stream feeding Ontelaunee. There are some hills but it's a relatively easy hike. Might be swampy if there were recent rains. There are some sharp grades at the end. Lunch after the hike at Saucony Creek Brewery, 15032 Kutztown Road, Kutztown.
Meeting place: 9:00 a.m. on Lake Ontelaunee Trails parking lot.
Directions: From Reading, take 222N. At Moselem Springs traffic circle go left on 662. Continue past the Golf Club, cross the bridge; parking lot is on the left.
GPS: 1564 Moselem Springs Road, Hamburg [40.50175 -75.88768]
For more information and further directions: W:610-944-5775 or C:484-880-8140
Approx. 4 miles - Rain cancels
This hike involves following the equestrian trail and then up to the North picnic area and seeing some of the historical buildings. I am still awaiting word from Jim Lewars, former administrator, if he can join us and throw some history into the mix. There are tours available after if he cannot join us, if requested. A ride over to the historical Exeter Quaker Meeting is not out of the question. May be muddy if rain was recent.
Meeting place: 9:30 a.m. at Daniel Boone Homestead Bridle Trailhead
Directions: Bridle Trailhead is on the left immediately after entering the park.
GPS: 400 Daniel Boone Road
For more information and further directions: 610-914-3411
Approx. 7.5 miles, moderate to strenuous
This is not our typical hike but will offer great views and appreciation for the trail. This is an in-and-out hike with 50/50 ups and downs. We will also be doing some minor A.T. trail maintenance. Bring your hand nippers in your backpack if you would like to assist, or just enjoy the view! Bring enough water and snacks for during the hike. Lunch will take place afterwards at a local eatery to be decided by the group.
Meeting place: 9:30 A.M. At the Port Clinton Ball field
Directions: Route 61 North to Port Clinton, turn left from 61 onto Broad Street. At 2/10 mile, take second left on Pine Street. Ball field will be 400 feet ahead.
GPS: Port Clinton Softball/Baseball Field (Port Clinton Recreation Park and Playground - 1001-1099 Schuylkill St, Port Clinton)
For more information and further directions, contact: 610-223-6952
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Do not park on ANY railroad
property or you will be towed away!
6 miles
It is very hilly. Be aware this is a mountain biking trail.
WEAR ORANGE TO BE SAFE.
Heavy rain will cancel.
Meeting place: 9:30 a.m. at Holl’s Trailhead off Highland Road.
Directions: From State Hill Road turn Left onto Brownsville Road. Turn RIGHT onto Highland Road at Spitler’s Collision. (Approx. 1.7 miles) The road is not maintained and very rutty. The Holl Trailhead is on the right.
GPS: Blue Marsh Lake Holl’s Trailhead
For more information or further direc tions, contact: C:484-557-7854
4 moderate miles, can extend to 6 miles
This hike will take us into forests that long ago provided timber used to make charcoal for the region's iron furnaces. We'll take the Horse-Shoe Trail onto the Charcoal Trail and the Connecting Trail back to HST. The 2-mile extension includes a trail along the French Creek. There are 4 to 5 hills. Lunch option at the Inn at St. Peter's Village.
Meeting place: 9:30 a.m. at the parking lot for Warwick County Park
Directions: Take I-176 South to Morgantown. Take exit 2 toward PA-10N/PA-23 E. Turn left ontoPA-10 N /PA 23 E for 9.3 mi, then right onto County Park Rd. and left into Warwick County Park.
GPS: 191 County Park Road, Pottstown
For more information and further directions, contact: 610-750-3115
About 4 moderate miles
Join the club for a pleasant walk through Wyomissing Park!
Possible lunch option: Schlaylor Brewing Company, 2390 Lancaster Pike, Reading
Meeting place 9:30 a.m. - Soccer field next to Wawa gas station
Directions: Drive west on Lancaster Ave. through Shillington. After passing WAWA at Museum Road, turn right into parking lot.
GPS: Approx. 2220 Lancaster Pike, Reading
For more information and further directions, contact: 610-698-6784
Approx. 5 miles
Enjoy a train ride from the Norristown Transit Center Station into the “City of Brotherly Love” with an enjoyable walking tour of a city rich in American history. On our walk, we’ll look at some interesting sites of Old City, Center City, and nearby neighborhoods in the morning, break for lunch near famous Headhouse Square, and then wander South Street to check out “Where all the Hippies Meet”! Dress in comfortable clothes and very comfortable shoes for walking on pavements. This trip is rain or shine, so bring raingear if the weather forecast drops!
Costs: SEPTA now requires SEPTA Key Card pass for Seniors, although they may honor a free pass with proper PA ID. (Have full round-trip fare just in case!!!!!!) Full cash price for Regular Adult on day of hike is $8 each way (total $16), subject to change if fares go up.
Meeting place: 7:00 a.m. Boscov’s East on 422 East at far end of parking lot.
We will car-pool to the Norristown Transit Center Station to take the train. We will meet around 5:00 pm to take the train back to Norristown unless another time is decided by the group on the day of the trip. Driving directions to the train station, maps of Philadelphia, and the schedule of train departures and arrivals will be provided on the day of the trip. Participants are expected to be able do a 5 mile walk in the city and able to navigate a city map if necessary.
GPS: 4500 Perkiomen Avenue, Reading
For more information or further directions, contact: 610-823-9023
Mileage - Up to 6 miles
North Lake loop, very hilly but we will start on the easy part. If you want you can do the beginning as a loop, for whatever length you want, 2, 3, 4 or 6 miles.
Meeting placed: 9:30 a.m. Old Church Road parking lot
Directions: Take Route 183 North. Pass the Blue Marsh Restaurant. In about 2.5 miles -Turn Left onto Old Church Road. Parking lot is on the left.
GPS: Blue Marsh Old Church Road Trailhead.
For more information and further directions, contact: C:484-557-7854
4-5 miles
Neversink North Trail to Witch’s Hat, down the Upper Glenn Trail to Klapperthal, South Trail to West Woodland Trail and back. Great views of the new growth and some breaks to be mindful and appreciate surroundings. There are hills, one steep going down, suggest using poles.
Meeting place: 9:30 a.m. at 10th and South playground.
Directions: From Mt. Penn, take Perkiomen Ave. to Spruce St. and turn left. At S. 10th turn left andproceed four blocks to playground. There are extra spaces close by in neighborhood.
GPS: 10th & South Playground, Reading
For more information and further directions, contact: 610-505-9397
5 moderate miles Additional mileage out-and-back to Boat Launch. Some hills and lake views.
Meeting place: 10:00 a.m. at Stilling Basin upper stone lot=
Directions: North on Rate 183, turn left at light (CVS) onto Leesport Rd. Turn right onto County Welfare Rd to Palisades. Turn left, then right to the Stilling Basin.
GPS: Approx. 1280 Palisades Drive, Leesport
For more information and further directions, contact: 610-301-4342
Approx 6-7 miules
From the parking lot we will walk about 1/2 mile to Skinners Loop. We will see the remains of a few houses that were there. Mostly level with a few small hills. Bring a chair and lunch for a picnic afterwards.
Meeting Place: 9:30 a.m. at Old Church Road parking lot off 183
Directions: From south Reading take 422W to 222N to Rte 183N. Travel approx. 5 miles to Old Church Rd and turn left. Parking lot on your left.
GPS: Blue Marsh Old Church Rd parking lot
For more information and further directrions, contact: 484-797-3357
Approx 5 miles
Some major hills. Hike will be on roads that are unpaved and paved. Steady rain or snow cancels. Lunch afterward to be determined. This hike is not for those who don’t like hills.
Meeting place: 9:30 a.m. at Redner’s in Leesport, then drive 1 mile to hike location.
Directions: From Reading, go north on Rte 61 to Leesport
GPS: 5471 Pottsville Pike, Leesport
For more information or further directions, contact: 610-750-4097
Easy to Moderate 4 miles
We will hike the Dog Lake and Switchback Trails.
Meeting place: 9:30 a.m. at Stilling Basin - Upper lot near the basin
Directions: From Route 183 north, turn left at the CVS onto W. Leesport Road. Turn right onto County Welfare Road. At stop sign, turn left onto Palisades Road, then right into the Stilling Basin
For more information or further directions, contact: Cell: 484-557-7854
5 moderately difficult miles (easier alternative)
Join our group as we hike once again through some of the well-marked trails of Monocacy Hill’s 428 acres. We will go down to the creek with the charming waterfall and up to the peak with beautiful views of the valley. We may also go by landmarks like the never-used railroad trestle and the homestead site of Sallie Shirey. Hiking boots/poles are recommended as the climb is a bit rocky. For those who don’t wish to climb to the peak, an alternative path that meets up on the other side is a possibility. Lunch at Vincenzo’s afterward, 1333 Old Swede Rd, Douglassville, 610-689-8000, https://www.vincenzosristorante.org.
Meeting place: 9:30 a.m. in Geiger Rd parking lot. Parking in lot is limited – if parking on the road, park on the side next to the recreation area, NOT across the street at residents’ houses.
Directions: From 422 coming from Reading use the jughandle to turn left onto Limekiln Rd. Turn right onto Monocacy Hill Rd, right again onto Geiger Rd and right into the parking lot.
GPS:42GeigerRd,DouglassvillePA19518 [40.280955,-75.754068]
For more information and further directions, contact: 610-468-5039
Approx 5-6 miles
This hike will visit Valley View overlook with a hill to climb to get there. Lunch at The Kville after the hike.
Meeting place: 10:00 a.m. at the Middle Creek Wildlife Management Visitors Center
Directions: From 272 south, take Rte 897 north for 14 miles to Kleinfeltersville, then take the first left after the stop sign onto Hopeland Road, then travel 2 miles to the Visitors Center.
GPS: 100 Museum Road, Stevens 17578
For more information or further directions, contact: 717-949-2056
Approx 5-6 miles
A nice walk with water views, mostly level with some ups and downs.
1st Meeting place: 9:00 a.m. at Weis Shopping Center in Oley, along Rt. 73. Carpool to trailhead if you can as there is not a lot of parking space at the park.
Directions: From Reading take Pricetown Road (Rte 12) to Breezy Corners and turn right on Rte 73 east. At Friedensburg Road traffic light, turn left, go past service station and turn left into shopping center parking lot.2nd Meeting place: 9:30 am, parking lot off of Deep Creek Road/ Snyder Road
GPS: 61 King’s Plaza, Oley
2nd Meeting place: 9:30 am, parking lot off of Deep Creek Road/ Snyder Road
Directions: Leaving Oley Weis, turn left towards Boyertown follow Route 73 to Route 663 north. Stay on Rte 663 until you make a right onto Deep Creek Road. Follow Deep Creek Road, make a right at Snyder Road, go 1/10 mile and turn left into parking lot.
For more information and further directions, contact: 610-223-6952
Approximately 5 easy miles
We’ll have some hills and roads and sidewalks. Steady rain or snow cancels. Lunch to be determined afterward for those who wish to join.
Meeting place: 9:30 a.m. at Redner’s in Leesport & drive a mile to hike location. DIRECTIONS: From Reading, go north on Rte 61 to Leesport
GPS: 5471 Pottsville Pike, Leesport
For more information or further directions, please contact; 610-750-4097
