Winter is the perfect time for a scenic hike in NEPA. Bundle up and check out these 10 awesome spots for snowy hikes this season.
Hazle Twp., PA
Enjoy an easy stroll along the flat, railroad bed trail with forest views, open meadows and plenty of places to sit and take it all in.
Scranton, PA
Take in views of peaceful, frozen Lake Scranton with an easy hike on the 3.5-mile, paved loop trail. The trail is open to walkers and runners ony.
Jim Thorpe, PA
Choose from several easy to moderate trails featuring Mauch Chunk Lake and the surrounding southern Pocono wilderness.
Wright Twp., PA
Explore over 9 miles of relatively flat, crushed stone trail that’ll take you directly past scenic ponds, bogs and dense forest.
Barnesville, PA
This quiet park offers a handful of easy, short trails that meander through forests, over mountain streams and around the peaceful Locust Lake.
Scranton, PA
Hop on this expansive trail at any point along it’s 4-county coverage area. 30 trailheads offer access in Luzerne, Lackawanna, Wayne and Susquehanna Counties.
Bear Creek, PA
Capture NEPA nature at its finest on over 9 miles of trails ranging from simple, 1-mile loops to more challenging forest treks in this rustic preserve.
Blakeslee, PA
Discover the wonder of a natural waterfall in winter along beautiful Tobyhanna Creek. The preserve features 3 trails ranging from easy to moderate difficulty.
La Plume, Pa
Enjoy a peaceful forest hike along this 1.7-mile trail on Keystone College’s Woodlands Campus. The railbed trail offers an easy, flat surface and plenty of free parking.
Barnesville, PA
Hike through open meadows, dense, quiet forests and along Tuscarora Lake on over 9 miles of trail ranging from short, out-and-back treks to longer, moderately difficult excursions.
Article updated from its original version published on 12/27/22.
