Team:  Diane Grim & Anna Piskorska  (62.31 miles)    Support Runner:  Fran Mahalak (last aprox. Garfield Peak Trail Crater Lake, OR June 26, 2019. The scenic and challenging Loyalsock Trail runs roughly parallel to its namesake creek. We landed on our butts more than once, some spots it was safer to step down backwards so you could hold onto rocks. You can purchase it by mail, online, or at certain retailers in … The bridle trail consists of two 25-mile loops, referred to as the East Loop and the West Loop, each beginning and ending at the trailhead along World’s End Road (SR 3009). Eric Kosek. Lots of camping, concessions stand if open. The trailhead along World’s End Road provides ample parking and direct access to many points of interest including High Knob Overlook and Loyalsock Canyon Vista. Muncy, PA 1 Show More Trails Loyalsock State Forest Biking. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/pennsylvania/glacier-pools-preserve The Loyalsock Trail is for the more adventurous outdoor enthusiasts with hiking and backpacking in mind.  We saw lights getting closer…could it be, did we do it?                         1 “traveling” aid crew(plus dog!) The LT is blazed with yellow disks having red LT letters in the center. Our Run Summary/Timeline:    We started right at the sign on the corner of Mead Road and Rte. The trail is known for its many fine vistas. Due to rain, rocks were super slippery. Also has a beach which can be seen in the picture to the left. Signed into the Loyalsock log here at 6:15pm (see pix), * Water drop - had a water drop on Loyalsock trail (around Miller Trail area- crew drove to gate and hike water in), 8:20 Missed a mark on dirt road had to go back and forth until we saw it,  but saw this great mushroom (pix), 8:40ish got to top of “awesome climb” (That’s the beauty of headlamps, you can only see as high as you want to!) The Sign behind the bathrooms is the start. So now we’ve laid it out there for you….The “unknown” is now known to you. We had hiked this section of the trail a few years ago and apparently hiked right past it without knowing it was there. The minute you didn’t see a mark you could stop. Trail Markings: For the most part 98% of the trail was marked very consistent. (certainly didn’t want to slip off that edge!). The actual Rte. Most of all thanks to Tommy Grim, my husband who made this all possible, without him we couldn’t have done it. Ran up to parking lot on Right, around behind the bathrooms there is another Loyalsock Trail sign, we started picking up LT markers from that point on. It was spectacular. Grab onto everything you can (-39% ???!!!) The 2nd storm hit and couldn’t be more erie, the air in the woods changed and a fog ensued leaving everything in a haze – the wind picked up immensely and then sounded like a freight train, then the rain came so hard all we could do is laugh and run! 220 & Mead Rd. Fern areas were waist high. Views… Worth the climb, Got to Rodes Falls around 10:50… took pictures, climbed the ladder and checked gear at top, realized my charger cord fell out at bottom….yep, back down and boy that ladder was slippery. Get directions, maps, and traffic for Loyalsock, PA. Please check with the trail owner before you go. Loyalsock Trail is a 7.8 mile lightly trafficked loop trail located near Muncy Valley, Pennsylvania that offers the chance to see wildlife. @  4:00 AMFinish:  Rte. From here it’s 0.6 miles to the Alpine Vista. The LT follows mountain ridges and streams through the Loyalsock Creek watershed as it travels through the woods on footpaths, old logging roads and abandoned railroad grades. 220 Start of the Loyalsock is actually subjective. Beware of stinging nettles and briars, which are becoming a serious challenge along this trail. Forced to walk sections due to visibility of footing. Floods Check flight prices and hotel availability for your visit. We did have some trouble on some road areas, finding marks at intersections. Gender. 220 at 4:00am We had 2 major thunderstorms, one which at 1:00 pm we wished we had our headlamps as it was that dark in the woods, and even with my visor the water was pouring in my eyes. Loyalsock State Forest Hiking Trail Map and Guide is available on line and it is best to arrive prepared. Some say the start is actually on 220& Mead Rd. Weather: 70 degrees at start with 90+% humidity (felt like a Sauna) Temperatures climbed to high 80’s + with humidity to match, luckily the trail is mostly under canopy of summer leaves, and open sky is limited to gravel roads. We ran the Loyalsock trail on 11/14/15. Huge shout out and thanks to Fran for joining us in this crazy adventure with like 20 miles to go…  (So glad you finally found us, that was an adventure in its own!). We started at 6:00AM with 4 runners and finished at 7:32PM with 2 runners. 20 miles), Crew: Tom Grim (Diane's husband & Dog Ryleigh), Start:  Corner of Rte. Horseback riders will find that both of the 25- mile loops offer many hours of excellent riding through a wide variety of landscapes and forest types and conditions. Information on the 60-mile Loyalsock Trail is at http://www.pahikes.com/trails/loyalsock-trail. Known locally as the “LT”, this trail is sure to provide challenges and tranquility to all hikers. Had a bit of trouble locating markers The Garmin, driving to the start from Dushore shows the start as the “No Parking sign” (Old entrance) just before Mead Rd. Pennsylvania has more than 12,000 miles of trails most of which remain accessible during this period. Log in or register to post comments; Athlete. The LT is a well-maintained, linear trail traversing about 60 miles of Loyalsock State Forest in north-central Pennsylvania. Crossing around 7:00, Reached the overlook at High Rock Trail & Loyalsock  by  7:15 Be aware, these yellow LT Markers are not Glow in the Dark.  there was a fire ring and benches (if I remember correctly), It got dark fast…after this view (Smiths Knob?) 220 at the entrance of Mead Rd. 87 @  12:05 AMTotal Time:  20:05:16Elevation Gain:  12,447’Elevation Loss:   13,428’Type of Run: Supported (2 runners entire course, 1 support runner last 20 miles and Numerous side trails provide alternative hiking oppotunities throughout this forest. The use of blazed connectors, ski trails and old logging roads and grades make smaller loops possible (especially in the eastern portion of the trail). Male. Ha, little did we know! Diane Grim (age 61); race reporter and birthday girl. The Loyalsock Trail begins and ends at Williamsport, PA and Dushore, PA. Williamsport is the Western trailhead, while Dushore is the Eastern. Last descent was super steep and rocky. (but there is no trail head marker) There are several parking lots with the access to the Loyalsock Hiking Trail. It seemed to go on forever, and it was like straight down, no switchbacks…luckily we held onto little sapplings that bent over giving us a handrail! (it's the little things in life that matters)                                  The group marks the main trail with high-quality 2-by-6-inch yellow rectangles with 1 … The history of this forest is interesting as it was laid out by explorer scouts in early 1950s. The sky was not yet bright enough to see very far into the pond. 220 Start of the Loyalsock is actually subjective. We reached the bottom of the descent; it actually just dumps you out to the side of Rte. Some say the start is once you get to the parking lot on Mead Rd. Reached High Rock Spur Rd. The dirt road follows the Towanda Path, an Iroquois trade route later used by soldiers in the War of 1812, and runaway slaves. Trail Conditions:  Summer conditions- Definitely Green and Lush - Some overgrown trails (vegetation encroaching from sides of trail, limiting footing view). John Johnson and Adam Russell were able to finish this great rocky trail in 13 hours 32 minutes. Portions of these trails are also suitable for biking and equestrian use. We encountered one section we missed a turn due to the undergrowth being so tall it covered the marks on the trees. Photos of Completed Trails. The LT follows mountain ridges and streams through the Loyalsock Creek watershed as it travels through the woods on footpaths, old logging roads and abandoned railroad grades. They were so loud. Muncy, PA Difficult. Doc ID: 1737179 Doc Name: FD20 - Link Trail Loop - Forestry Trail Guide 8-5x1….pdf; Sones  Pond: High Canopy making visibility widespread. Loyalsock Trail May 25, 2020. Eric Kosek - Loyalsock Trail (PA) - 2020-03-31 FKT: Eric Kosek - Loyalsock Trail (PA) - 2020-03-31. No blood, No broken bones, No getting lost….I say it’s a Win, win! The Loyalsock continues its mercurial ways, dropping off of the Allegheny Plateau, then regaining the heights on a three-mile walk on Genesee Trail Road (4). Described here is a 17 mile circuit with a 5 mile out and back to the beautiful Haystack area of Loyalsock … The perfect Birthday adventure… My longest run to date.Thanks to my training & running partner Anna Piskorska for sharing every mile of it. Most turns in the woods gave you an Arrow as a heads up to the direction you would be turning. The summer of 2012 was the year of waterfalls. Get out there and do it.. Push your limits, whatever they might be. … This made my day…..how cool is that!! The Alpine Club of Williamsport, PA, organized in 1953, maintains the 59.21 mile Loyalsock Trail (LT) and has trail care hikes and other outings. I was surprised to find a waterfall at the start of the Loyalsock Trail, the Dutchman's Falls. We started our watches at the sign on Rte. The Alpine Club of Williamsport’s Loyalsock Trail Guide is a must-have, and comes in a rustic-looking cover. The first half is a tough slog up a steep, eroded trail. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Possible Fastest Known Timed could be Frosting on the Cake! More than we hoped for, certainly not our fastest effort,  but considering the trail conditions, weather,aid stops, taking pictures and just enjoying  the amazing  breathtaking view we were all pleased. How bad can one more mile be ???? )Kudos to the trail maintenance for posting notices, marks were moved to other side of trail, due to pipeline work, I think about 3-4 miles from the end. Mountain bikes are not permitted on the Loyalsock Trail, Old Logger’s Path, or … Alpine Club membership is open to anyone over the age of 18. Length 7.8 miElevation gain 1213 ftRoute type Loop Hiking Nature trips Walking Bird watching running Forest Views Wildlife Parking is somewhat limited but several lots have recently been developed or improved. You won’t regret this adventure; it’s breathtaking (in more ways than one)! I hope it inspires others to attempt an FKT. Haystack Area- Hearing the roar of water rushing thru the haystacks was awesome in the dark. Worlds End State Park is located on the Loyalsock in Sullivan County, near Forksville. Loyalsock State Forest & Worlds End State Park Snowmobile Trails, Loyalsock State Forest Cross Country Ski Trails, Susquehanna River Water Trail - West Branch. It passes through parts of the Loyalsock State Forest for most of its 59.21 miles. Looks to be a great camping area, It got real still, a haze rolled in the wind Picked up immensely sounding like a freight train.The woods looked ominous…. And there was, we weren’t disappointed. Here's the Gps links had to use 2 watches as the battery wouldn't last long enough, turned the one on then turned the other off. Picked up Fran at intersection of Highland Lake Road & Genesee Trail Road at 5:00ish * Crew Stop - refilled water/ food/ chargers/ picked up headlights)      (Yes, we have birthday crown’s on! After sunset, somewhere on the top of last climb. Most state forest roads are open for joint use by snowmobiles and licensed motor vehicles. The actual Rte. It’s very detailed, featuring maps, historical information, mileages, and campsite suggestions. The Loyalsock Trail is maintained by the Alpine Club of Williamsport.                                                            (Timeline is based on time stamps on pictures we took). Bull Frogs were in perfect Went counterclockwise from Masten (17.5 miles day one then out 10 on day two). Loyalsock Creek is used for trout fishing and whitewater kayaking, and the Loyalsock Trail which runs along it is an opportunity for hiking. It just kept going up, with pitches 27/39%, We kept saying there better be a view at the top. Poor marking where you popped out of the woods before Crystal Lake Road, it turns to Gravel road, we continued on the gravel road with no marks to be found (open fields both sides. Rain showers and cool. Description: The Loyalsock Trail is a 59.3 mile linear trail. Cascade Canyon Trail Moose, WY June 29, 2019. Dogs are also able to use this trail. I never get tired of this trail. Thank you whoever painted them and placed them there, we didn’t take one, they will be forever in our memory! Loyalsock Trail is a 56.4 mile point-to-point trail located near Dushore, Pennsylvania that features a waterfall and is rated as moderate. The Loyalsock Trail (LT) is a 59.2 mi (95.3 km) hiking trail along Loyalsock Creek in Lycoming and Sullivan counties in north central Pennsylvania in the United States. You are being redirected to the DCNR eLibrary. Normal Rocks & Roots. when we hit the brief road section before the trail into the pond. Great view with fog lifting in the ravines between the mountains. Route. Reached 1 Mile to go plate at 11:20 Woo Hooo!! Reached top of Canyon Vista 8:40   (that’s a long climb, but worth it **Crew Stop - grabbed water/ dropped lights / food/ chargers), Encountered super tall ferns at 9:45 (they were so pretty and still wet, nice and cooling) Unfortunately you couldn’t run thru them as you couldn’t see your feet,  possibly covering fallen logs or rocks, or worst yet, snakes, Reached Alpine View at 10:27 and Lower Alpine a few minutes later. This 59-mile trail passes through the rugged forested mountains and valleys of the Loyalsock State Forest. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from April until October. The humidity picked up and it was sauna like conditions again. Crystal Lake Road is on the right, (we knew not to go that way from the Recon ) you stay straight on Genesee Trail Road eventually seeing LT marks on telephone poles. Most of the Loyalsock Trail is located within the Loyalsock State Forest, with the remainder on private land. Doc ID: 1737178 Doc Name: FD20 - Loyalsock Trail - Forestry Trail Guide 8-5x14.pdf; That last mile was a brutal steep downhill,. Birthday adventure runs are the best! The name Loyalsock Creek is taken from the Indian phrase "Lawi-Saquick," meaning middle creek, and flows between Muncy Creek and Lycoming Creek. Be careful after the falls, your so caught up in its beauty easy to miss the trail turn on left, Great Rock formations and different types of mosses just before noon, Awesome water falls 1 hour before reaching mile 25, *Crew Stop - Dry Run Road - refilled water/ food/ chargers. Worlds End State Park: Crossed the bridge near Butternut Trail at 7:30 trail cuts near the rest rooms & Visitors center (good bathroom stop!) Most roads and trails in the Loyalsock State Forest are open to mountain bikes. 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