Hiking & Biking

Welcome To The Great Outdoors

Miles of hiking and biking trails wind through the mountains and valleys of Northeast Pennsylvania. Peddle along paved paths or rugged trails. Climb alongside roaring waterfalls or take a leisurely walk down a wooded lane. Luzerne County is also part of the D&L Trail which stretches 165 miles from Britstol, Pennsylvania, outside of Philadelphia to Wilkes-Barre. Whether on foot or on bike, there are plenty of ways to explore the great outdoors!

Lehigh Gorge State Park Trail
Lehigh Gorge State Park Trail
Lehigh Gorge State Park Trail
Ricketts Glen State Park Bridge
Overlooking D&L Trail
Lehigh Gorge State Park Trail
Ricketts Glen State Park
Overlooking D&L Trail

D & L Trail

Eastern Pennsylvania’s D&L Trail spans just over 140 miles through the Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor from Bristol, in the Greater Philadelphia region, to Mountain Top, nestled in the Appalachians. Already the second longest rail-trail in the state, the trail will expand to 165 miles when complete, besting the famed 150-mile Great Allegheny Passage in the number one spot.

Comprised of a combination of former railroad routes and canal towpaths, the scenic and historical pathway crosses five counties along both the Lehigh and Delaware rivers. The D&L Trail is a National Recreation Trail and is also part of two regional efforts, the Circuit Trails, which will connect 750 miles of trail in Greater Philadelphia and New Jersey, and the East Coast Greenway, which will connect multi-use trails from Maine to Florida. As the trail is a work in progress, be sure to check the D&L Trail’s official website for the latest information on the conditions of the trail.

Seven Tubs

The Seven Tubs Recreation Area is directly off Route 115, Wilkes-Barre, approximately four miles from downtown. Continuously flowing water carves out pockets or tubs of water offering multiple views of natural beauty.
The Seven Tubs offer two different trails that highlight everything the area has to offer. The 1.8 Mile Audubon Loop starts by following Laurel Run and then loops back around through the forest, highlighting the different ecosystems of Luzerne County. The 0.3 Mile Main Loop Trail circles “The Tubs” to allow users of all skill levels to enjoy nature.

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Susquehanna Warrior Trail

This Trail follows the scenic Susquehanna River in Luzerne County, on the old rail road bed of the Delaware, Lackawanna, and Western railroad, you can walk, bike, and run. Currently, there are 12.5 miles of trail completed. The trial is about 10 feet wide, and is adjacent to the old north branch canal, and other historical attractions. There is also an excellent opportunity of spotting bald eagles, deer, heron and multitude of other animals. Much of the trail is shaded, providing relief from the summer sun.
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Ricketts Glen State Park

Located off of Route 118, is home to the challenging Falls Trails named “Best Hike in PA” as part of Backpacker Magazine’s Readers Choice Awards. The Falls Trail is located in the Glens Natural Area comprised of 21 free flowing waterfalls ranging from just over 11 feet to its highest resident waterfall of 94 feet; Ganoga Falls. Falls Trail is 7.2 miles long when doing both the upper and lower sections and is rated as difficult. An easier and shorter route of 3.2 miles is available and allows hikers to view most of the waterfalls including Ganoga Falls. This trails runs directly alongside the waterfalls, so picture taking is plentiful and the vistas are spectacular. Good hiking shoes are strongly recommended.
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Black Diamond Trail

The Black Diamond Trail is a 10 mile stretch from Middleburg Road near White Haven to Route 437 just below Glen Summit in Mountain Top. An additional one mile segment begins by the Mountain Top Fire Company on Route 437, just off of Route 309, traveling towards Glen Summit. Currently, there is approximately a one mile gap that requires riding on the road. Once in White Haven, you can load up on trail snacks and drinks or stop to eat at one of the restaurants. Continue riding a few blocks through town to the White Haven Shopping Center and to the entrance of the Lehigh Gorge State Park Trail ending in Jim Thorpe, PA, another 26 miles.
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