Philadelphia, PA - If you're interested in a family hike, the 1,000 Steps in Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania, are a perfect option. They are relatively short and feature a gravel parking area. There's no parking fee and no permit required to hike the trail. At the top, the trail leads to Shorb's Summit, offering great views of Huntingdon, PA, and the surrounding towns. Along the way, you'll see the remains of a quarry, including crumbling buildings and ruins. You can hike this trail directly north or take a loop that includes the loop.
1,000 Steps in Huntingdon County
If you're looking for an adventure near a nature preserve, consider hiking a thousand Steps in Huntingdon County. This hiking trail is part of Jacks Mountain National Wildlife Refuge and offers views of the surrounding countryside. You can relax and take in the scenery. Hiking this trail is not an easy task - it is equivalent to climbing half a mountain and a half - but the scenery is worth it.
For the more adventurous, hiking the Thousand Steps in Huntingdon County is a must! It's 0.4 miles of steep, uneven steps with overgrown rail inclines. The trail crosses Route 22, William Penn Highway, the Pennsylvania Railroad Main Line, and the current Norfolk Southern Pittsburgh Line. A dinky cart would chug along this trail at one time, powered by a small steam engine.
