My children and I haven't been on any sort of vacation this summer, and we need to remain pretty close to home. We are caring for my housemate who is recovering from a collapsed lung etc. I have someone to stay with him for 2 nights (3 day camping trip), however we share a vehicle and I'll need to make sure I'm reachable.

We live in Houtzdale Pa. and want to do text camping, swimming daily, picnicking, and either river rafting or kayaking or tubing for 1 day. If that's not available, I suppose paddle boats will do.

I'd prefer to remain within 1.5 hours drive from Houtzdale and need somewhere very safe, clean, and comfortable as it will just be the two kids and I. We love the forest and hiking, and definitely want to get as much swimming in as possible before summer ends. Tent camping is non negotiable. We need to reset our circadian rhythms before school starts.

We love interesting trails and swimming holes. We have camped across the U.S. and in Allegheny National Forest in the past.

https://reddit.com/link/1v3ws8i/video/4rpoqexf5veh1/player

Hi all! I love camping at worlds end but my camping buddies are a little bougie and like full hook up sites. Anyone know of a place that has a similar environment but more amenities?

Hello! Hopefully someone in here could answer my question. We have a trip planned for worlds end state park coming up. We realized that not every camp site is pet friendly, and all other pet sites are booked for the weekend of our trip. We’re trying to avoid getting a dog sitter and we’d love to bring her but not at the expense that we’d have to cut our trip short if they ask us to leave. Has anyone camped with their pet in a non pet friendly site at worlds end? Do they keep track of who has a dog and who doesn’t?

Thanks!

I have a loved one with medical issues around toileting. Without too much TMI, it comes down to that it’s best if they have access to warm water for a portable bidet, or even better a shower. They are able to stand, but squatting is tough so the shower is preferred.

I heard Sinnemahoning only has one shower. Is this true? I want them to have a comfortable trip and this is the only hitch to their visit.

Thank you so much in advance, my fellow PA Wilds folks!

Have done loyalsocks links a couple times and love taking a nice swim and chilling in the sun after a day hiking. Have never hit old loggers path - are there places to swim? Is there sun in those places? Appreciate any insight.

https://reddit.com/link/1v2zlpo/video/hragk2um5oeh1/player

Crossed paths with this fella, out sunning himself on the trail.

I'm planning a 2 night trip from West Hickory to Franklin. The first night, it appears there are a few good islands to choose from. But I'm not sure about the second night. Right now I'm eyeing an island at Henry's bend. On Google maps it's labeled Turtle Island. Does anyone know if that is a good spot? I'll take any other advice you have as well.

More on Tuesday folks!

https://reddit.com/link/1v24v0v/video/zx80z2n3nheh1/player

https://reddit.com/link/1v24fbt/video/t2c1u71ukheh1/player

I combined parts of the NCT, Mowak, and Seneca View Trail

https://reddit.com/link/1v23tdg/video/wpapycwbeheh1/player

I am looking for recommendations of backcountry camping sites. I am not asking you to out your favorite secret spot, just suggestions of general areas where there are good options near the trails.

Looking for a rewarding loop hike in loyalsock state park for a majority of tomorrow, recently did high knob, fern loop and connector loop but I got to be missing some good ones, thank you in advance!

Was anyone else at this trail running race on the West Rim trail this morning?

We finished eating inside and decided on a beverage at the outdoor bar. Then this healthy bruin came across the yard.

Hello All!

I am planning a trip to Ohiopyle PA and would love recommendations for dispersed camping. I am more than happy to do roadside camping or to park at a trailhead and hike in to find a spot!

I am looking to be as close to downtown Ohiopyle as possible as I am doing a white water trip and other daytime adventures.

Thank you!

Random picture of me and some friends on the AT for attention

Edit: I am seeing a lot of good things about the Quebec Run Wild Area. Does anyone have experience with it?

I’m supposed to leave for a thru-hike of the LHHT tomorrow but I’m nervous about the air quality, should I postpone my trip? The air quality in both Ohiopyle and Seward seem to be getting worse :(

Buddy and I planning a 2-3 night trip to Grand Canyon in late September or early October.

Looking to see any recommendations for car-camping that work well for access to trails and the gorge.

Appreciate any info you might have.

Thanks!

EDIT: reading lots of good things on Leonard Harrison and its closeness to the lookouts over Pine Creek…..?

The last two miles to the meadows are above knee ferns and thorns. And the majority of the trail before isn't much better. Then of course the meadows are all ferns and thorns. I had read it would be best in early spring or late fall, and I should have listened. Real nightmare stuff constantly swatting down brush to check for rattlesnakes. Saw two and heard one, bad idea all around. In case anyone needed further convincing... There was a small trickling water source along the trail halfway from cross fork to the meadows though, which saved my ass on the return trip. I imagine it's often dry though.

I want some new trails or hidden gems around the pine grove, harrisburg, lancaster, york areas?

Looking to book a trip for my family (there are a lot of us) and these cabins look really nice. Was wondering if anyone had experience with them? https://www.cherryspringsvacationrentals.com/