This summer the Duncannon Outdoor Club ventured up north to hike the 7.2 mile falls trail loop at Ricketts Glen State Park. We started at the bottom of the mountain to Waters Meet where we headed up the northeast branch of the falls trail.
If you have never been to Ricketts Glen you must put it on your bucket list. There are many hiking trails, a great lake, beach, campsites, RV hook-ups, cabins, and lots off wildlife. Forget about your phones as there is no internet or phone access providing a great opportunity to focus on nature.
Following are some pictures to give you an idea of the beauty this park has to offer.
Once at the top of the northeast falls trail we turned right onto the Highland Trail, a very interesting relatively flat trail which meanders between large rock formations, where we stopped for lunch.
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Entering Highland Trail ![]()
Taking a break. ![]()
Choosing a rock seat for lunch.
All in all it was a great day as we headed down the other side of the falls trail back to the start.
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Nancy leads the way back to the start. ![]()
More of the crew coming down. ![]()
Sharon and the rest are close behind.
So, if you are looking for a great park to enjoy the outdoors, Ricketts Glen comes highly recommended. With 13,050 acres and 22 beautiful breathtaking main falls it is a “Got to See” jewel in the counties of Columbia, Luzerne, and Sullivan in Pennsylvania.
Be aware that it is a very popular state park requiring one to plan ahead., Cabin rentals go very quickly and must be made well in advance. Campsites are more readily available.
