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A long trek through "God's Country" in the Pennsylvania forest, featuring a variety of environments and sights.


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Map Key

86.0

Miles

138.4

KM

Loop

2,534' 772 m

High

1,054' 321 m

Low

12,235' 3,729 m

Up

12,215' 3,723 m

Down

5%

Avg Grade (3°)

32%

Max Grade (17°)

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Features Commonly Backpacked · Fall Colors · Geological Significance · Wildlife

Need to Know

There are multiple trailheads and road crossings with free parking. Resupply is possible at Cross Fork.

Description

Located in Pennsylvania's Potter and Clinton counties, the Susquehannock Trail System (STS) is an 85 mile loop trail. It is marked with 2" x 6" orange paint blazes and occasionally an STS emblem. The STS offers the public a glimpse of Pennsylvania's crown jewel.

Part of the STS runs in conjunction with the Donut Hole Trail, and the STS also has a connecting link to the Black Forest Trail. There are also two cross-over trails available to provide hikers with the option of a shorter loop hike.

The most secluded section of the STS is a 10-mile stretch through PA's largest wild area, the Hammersley Wild Area, offering hikers access into part of the most remote and prestine nature Pennsylvania has to offer.

A comprehensive trail guide and map is available from stc-hike.org/Gear.aspx

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One of the few vistas still visible when the STS is overgrown in the summer
Jul 10, 2020 near Galeton, PA
A nice view of a clearing along the STS
Jul 10, 2020 near Renovo, PA
No expansive vistas on this trail, but lots of beautiful forests and clearings.
Jul 10, 2020 near Galeton, PA
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