Berks Community Hiking Club

BCHC is a hiking club that is located in Berks County, PA. The club was first organized in the Fall of 1921. This is the official club site. Anyone is welcome to attend our hikes. We list weekly hikes that range from short easy strolls to strenuous hikes. The type of hike depends on the leaders that volunteer to fill our quarterly schedules. This site lists some of the recent scheduled weekly Saturday hikes. Click on Web Version at bottom of mobile view to see membership information.

Tuesday, January 27, 2026

Saturday February 28 - BLUE MARSH: STARTING AT THE STILLING BASIN

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– 4-mile loop, easy to moderate We’ll hike the Dog Lake and Switchback Trails for some winter exercise. MEET & TIME: 9:30 am – at the St...
Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Saturday February 21, 2026 - THE PINNACLE

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– 9 miles, strenuous Join hike leader for the long but rewarding climb to the Pinnacle and its scenic views. No snakes at this time of the y...
Tuesday, January 13, 2026

Saturday February 14, 2026 - WYOMISSING PARK

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 – 5-miles, easy  Take a relaxing & pleasant walk around Wyomissing Park with Nan. Lunch afterwards at Morning Fuel. MEET & TIME: 9:...
Wednesday, January 7, 2026

Saturday February 7 - FRENCH CREEK / SCOTT'S RUN

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 – 5.5 miles, moderate to strenuous This hike begins at Scott's Run Lake and includes sections of the Horseshoe, Boone, Kalmia, 6 Penny,...
Monday, December 22, 2025

Saturday January 31, 2026 - UPDATE: CHANGE IN HIKE TO EXETER SCENIC TRAIL

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 Hike changed to Exeter Scenic Trail - previous hike to French Creek/ Hopewell cancelled due to trail conditions There is an ALTERNATE HIKE ...
Tuesday, December 2, 2025

Sunday January 25, 2026 - BCHC SUNDAY AFTERNOON MOVIE

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See BCHC club flyer for further information on time and place! Bring a snack to share! Club member should call leaders at 610-823-9023 or 61...
Monday, December 1, 2025

Saturday January 24, 2026 - BIRDSBORO RESERVOIR

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– 5.5 Miles, moderate Pat will take you on a scenic hike past both reservoirs. Return is via the Cocalico Trail so expect at least one good ...
Sunday, November 30, 2025

Saturday January 17, 2026 - THERMAN MADEIRA AND JOHN BARTRAM TRAILS

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 - 4-6 miles, easy We will start at the Kernsville Dam parking area and take the Therman Madeira Trail to the Hamburg playground and back.  ...
Friday, November 28, 2025

Sunday January 11, 2026 - BCHC Sunday Afternoon Movie

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See BCHC club flyer for further information on time and place! Bring a snack to share! Club member should call leaders at 610-823-9023 or 61...
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Berks Community Hiking Club
Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States
See Membership Information section on how to join our hiking club!Other subgroups within the BCHC are the "Thursday Wanderers."Most hikes are followed by a dinner stop. We call ourselves "The Eating Club with a Hiking Disorder"! Dues are $15.00 annually****Hiking and Trail Guidelines: ** Be courteous & stay behind the leader unless directed otherwise.** Offer $.10/mile to driver when carpooling. * *In the event of inclement weather, the hike may be canceled.** Please leave your pets at home.**If unable to keep a club commitment, please find a replacement. * Wear blaze orange during hunting season (Sept 1 to last day of Feb). * Appropriate footwear and attire should match the type of hike.** If you leave the hike early, notify the hike leader or ask someone to do that for you.** Bring water and food as the hike description and weather demand.* * Hiking involves risk. Come out prepared and know your capabilities. Each hiker is responsible for their own safety and well-being. Contact us at: Berks Community Hiking Club PO Box #3611 Reading, PA 19606
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