HUNDREDS OF MILES. FOUR COUNTIES.
The Endless Mountains of northeastern Pennsylvania offer hundreds of miles of hiking trails across four counties — Bradford, Sullivan, Susquehanna, and Wyoming. Whether you want a short waterfall walk, a family-friendly loop, a flat rail trail, or a rugged backcountry trek, you’ll find it here, including five state parks, two state forests, and the award-winning D&H Rail Trail.
Hiking Trails with a View
Unforgettable overlooks and vistas around every turn.
Trails for Every Level
Easy strolls to rugged adventures
Four Seasons of Beauty
Stunning scenery year round
Hiking Trails with a View
Overlooks & vistas around every turn
Some of these views take a short hike to earn; a few you can reach right from the car. All of them are worth the trip.
Sullivan County · Loyalsock State Forest
High Knob
Reached by several trails through Loyalsock State Forest — Loyalsock and Dry Run among them — or by car. The overlook takes in the countryside around Hillsgrove.
Sullivan County · Worlds End State Park
Canyon Vista
A well-known spot overlooking miles of Loyalsock State Forest. Reachable by car, or link the Canyon Vista Trail to nearby trails for a custom loop back to the valley floor.
Wyoming County · Pinchot State Forest
Miller Mountain
The Miller Mountain Loop climbs to two overlooks — one above the town of Tunkhannock, the other over the countryside just to its south.
Wyoming County · Vosburg Neck State Park
Vista Trail
A short climb off Vosburg Neck Road opens to rural farmland views, with the “neck” of the Susquehanna River bending below.
Bradford County · Athens Township
Round Top Loop
Drive or hike to the top of Round Top Park for a view over Athens all the way to the New York border.
Susquehanna County · Lanesboro
Starrucca Viaduct — D&H Rail Trail
This stretch of the D&H Rail Trail passes beneath the Starrucca Viaduct, an 1848 stone-arch railroad bridge, as it makes its way through Lanesboro toward New York.
Sullivan County · Worlds End State Park
Worlds End Overlook
A short but steep climb to a beautiful view over Worlds End State Park below.
Susquehanna County · Salt Springs State Park
The Gorge Trail
Follow the gorge through Salt Springs past a cool swimming hole, a run of waterfalls, and creekside benches set to the sound of the water below.
Waterfalls
Where can I see waterfalls?
The Endless Mountains is one of the best places in Pennsylvania to hike to waterfalls. Ricketts Glen State Park in Sullivan County is the standout — its Falls Trail passes a series of named waterfalls along a forested gorge. For more, chase Dutchman’s Falls and Jacoby Falls along the Loyalsock Trail in Loyalsock State Forest, or walk the Gorge Trail at Salt Springs State Park, where Fall Brook spills past hemlocks. Falls run most dramatically in spring snowmelt and after heavy rain.
Easy & Family-Friendly
Where are the best family-friendly and easy hikes?
For a relaxed outing, head to the flatter, well-maintained trails in the region. The D&H (Delaware & Hudson) Rail Trail in eastern Susquehanna County — named the 2021 Pennsylvania Trail of the Year — is a gentle, mostly level path ideal for families, strollers, and casual walkers. Other easy favorites include the Trolley Trail in Wyoming County, the Meadow Trail at Salt Springs State Park, the Mill Stream Trail at Mt. Pisgah State Park, and the trails at Mokoma Conservancy.
Birding & Wildlife
Where can I go birding or see bald eagles?
Many hikers here are also birders. The American bald eagle has made a strong comeback and is often seen soaring above the Susquehanna River, alongside raptors, owls, waterfowl, and herons. Quiet riverside and wetland trails offer the best viewing — two of the finest are Mokoma Conservancy in Sullivan County and Vosburg Neck State Park, right on the Susquehanna River. Bring your binoculars.
Four Seasons of Beauty
When is the best time to hike?
The best time to hike in the Endless Mountains is all year long, thanks to the variety of trails across the four counties. In winter, try Vosburg Neck State Park or the D&H Rail Trail. Spring brings rushing waterfalls, especially at Salt Springs State Park. In summer, head for the shaded trails of Mt. Pisgah State Park and Ricketts Glen State Park. And in fall, the foliage in Sullivan County is well sought after — Worlds End State Park is a favorite among leaf peepers, and Miller Mountain in Pinchot State Forest is another great contender for fall color.
Hidden Gems
Lesser-known spots worth the detour
Beyond the signature parks, a handful of quieter places reward hikers who like to wander off the obvious path.
Florence Shelley Preserve – Thompson, PA · Susquehanna Co.
Mokoma Conservancy – Laporte, PA · Sullivan Co.
Round Top Park – Athens Township, PA · Bradford Co.
Woodbourne Forest & Wildlife Preserve – Montrose, PA · Susquehanna Co.
Miller Mountain – Tunkhannock, PA· Wyoming Co.
Trails for Every Level
Trails for Every Level
Not sure where to start? Here’s a place to begin at every level, sorted by difficulty.
D&H Rail Trail
Susquehanna County
Eagle / Canal / River Loop
Vosburg Neck State Park
East Branch Trail
Worlds End State Park
Fall Brook & Hemlock Trail
Salt Springs State Park
Iroquois Trail
Tunkhannock, Wyoming County
Meadow Trail
Salt Springs State Park
Mill Stream Trail
Mt. Pisgah State Park
Trolley Trail
Wyoming County
Bunny Trail
Salt Springs State Park
Cherry Run
Ricketts Glen State Park
Ridge Trail
Mt. Pisgah State Park
Vista Trail
Vosburg Neck State Park
Worlds End Trail
Worlds End State Park
Loyalsock Trail
Loyalsock State Forest
Miller Mountain
Pinchot State Forest
Ricketts Glen Falls Loop
Ricketts Glen State Park
Salt Springs Loop Trail
Salt Springs State Park
Which state parks have the best hiking?
Five destinations within and near the Endless Mountains region.
Sullivan County
Ricketts Glen State Park
Moderate–Difficult
Sullivan County
Worlds End State Park
Moderate–Difficult
Susquehanna County
Salt Springs State Park
Known for hemlock groves, old-growth forest, and waterfalls along Fall Brook. Generally moderate, family-approachable trails.
Easy–Moderate
Wyoming County
Vosburg Neck State Park
One of Pennsylvania’s newer parks, on a scenic neck of land along the Susquehanna River. Riverside trails and excellent birding.
Easy
Bradford County
Mount Pisgah State Park
Easy-Moderate
Sullivan County
Loyalsock State Forest
Easy–Difficult
Wyoming County
Pinchot State Forest
Difficult
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Endless Mountains region in Pennsylvania?
The Endless Mountains are a scenic, rugged region in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The area is geographically part of the Appalachian Mountains and spans four primary counties: Bradford, Sullivan, Susquehanna, and Wyoming.
What is the best hike for beginners?
There’s a great beginner hike in every county. In Bradford County, try the Diahoga Trail in Athens or the Oh! Susanna Trail at Mt. Pisgah State Park. In Wyoming County, the Trolley Trail or any of the Vosburg Neck trails. In Sullivan County, the Summit Loop at The Summit: Center for Wellness or the trails at Mokoma Conservancy. And in Susquehanna County, the D&H Rail Trail or any of the Salt Springs trails.
What is the most famous waterfall hike?
Ricketts Glen State Park’s Falls Trail is the region’s most popular waterfall hike, passing a series of falls through a forested gorge.
Are dogs allowed on the trails?
Policies vary by park and trail; dogs are typically allowed on leash in designated areas. Verify current DCNR pet rules before your visit, and always remember to clean up after your pet and leave areas better than you found them (leave no trace).
Is there a fee to hike in the state parks?
Pennsylvania state parks generally do not charge an entrance fee for hiking.
Plan your hike with the free Outdoor Recreation Guide
Trails, maps, campgrounds and waterfalls across all four counties in one downloadable guide.
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