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Do you have a favorite place to walk?
While there are a handful of picturesque trails scattered throughout Pennsylvania, only one is revered as the best place to hike.
Be it beautiful lake views, a glimpse at a glowing sunset sinking below a distant mountain range, or a birds-eye view of the sunrise making the dew painted on the leaves of a hundred trees sparkle around you, something about this trail sets it apart from the rest, so much so, that it's become a Pennsylvania recommendation.
Some trails are traversed for their history, while others are admired for their peaceful lack of crowds. Regardless of why you choose to hike a trail, there is one glorious Pennsylvania gem you must add to your list!
According to a list compiled by Backpacker Magazine, the best hike in Pennsylvania is the 327-mile Mid State Trail.
Here's what Backpacker Magazine (via hiker Natalie McCollum) had to say about the absolute best place to hike in the state:
"The 327-mile route blazes through the center of the state, connecting the Maryland and New York borders. The trail is divided into four sections: Everett (the southernmost, with dramatic views and demanding inclines along Tussey Mountain), State College (the trail’s birthplace and most highly-trafficked section), Woolrich (the least-traveled section, going through Pine Creek Gorge, or the “Pennsylvania Grand Canyon”), and Tioga (which winds through low hills and dense forests)."
For a continued list of the best hikes in all 50 states, check out backpacker.com!