Tag Archives: Mid State Trail

Jackson Trail: Jo Hayes Vista to Old Pine Vista

Running along the weathered summit of Tussey Mountain the Jackson Trail connects Jo Hayes Vista and Route 26 to the Mid-State Trail.  On the way to Old Pine Vista you encounter numerous scenic views on the northern and southern slopes of the mountain that look … Continue reading

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Mid State Trail: Bear Meadows Overlooks

This short hike along the Mid-State Trail takes you to a number of vistas that look out over the Bear Meadows Natural Area, a bog formed in the last ice age located in the heart of Rothrock State Forest.

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Top 10 Pictures – Fall 2011

Well here we are once again Fall is over Winter has begun and I miserably await the arrival of spring when I plan to wear out the bottom of both of my kayaks, my fishing poles and several pairs of boots.  … Continue reading

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Grass Mountain Loop

Beginning at Penn Roosevelt State Park this hike takes you up Grass Mountain before continuing down into the Alan Seeger Natural Area where you’ll encounter a tract of old-growth Hemlocks with some being nearly 500 years old.  As you follow the trail on … Continue reading

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