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EVENT #08: June 18-21, 2026
MID STATE TRAIL -
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Map courtesy Mid State Trail Association. The MST is a 331.6 mile/533.7 km wild footpath traversing PA from MD to NY. See website hike-mst.org for more information.
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What we have planned
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--LOGISTICS--
Map from DCNR (circles added by KTA to depict tenting and parking areas)
IF YOU'RE COMING JUST FOR THE DAY / ARRIVING IN THE MORNING:
>Meet us at: Hills Creek State Park – Organized Group Tenting Area, 7:30am
(tenting area encircled in red on map above, parking areas in purple)
>Follow KTA signs for turnoff in the park
>Map/directions to park:
coordinates 41.81136, -77.19435
111 Spillway Rd, Wellsboro, PA 16901
goo.gl/maps/eoAvztfZFe2PRYWm8
>In Tioga County about 15 minutes northeast of Wellsboro and 15 minutes west of Mansfield
>Meet us at: Hills Creek State Park – Organized Group Tenting Area, 7:30am
(tenting area encircled in red on map above, parking areas in purple)
>Follow KTA signs for turnoff in the park
>Map/directions to park:
coordinates 41.81136, -77.19435
111 Spillway Rd, Wellsboro, PA 16901
goo.gl/maps/eoAvztfZFe2PRYWm8
>In Tioga County about 15 minutes northeast of Wellsboro and 15 minutes west of Mansfield
IF YOU'RE STAYING OVERNIGHT:
Tent, Car Camp at Hills Creek Group Site
(more photos below)
(more photos below)
Photo of Organized Group Tenting Area at Hills Creek State Park from DCNR.
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Amenities:
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OR:
Make your own arrangements
Make your own arrangements
- You're welcome to procure your own lodging nearby or a site in the park.
- RVs and pets are not allowed at the Group Tenting Area at hills Creek State Park.
Important notes:
Cell phone coverage: Coverage is generally good at Hills Creek and most potential work sites.
Food/Drink: Generally, bring your own food, drink, and cooking supplies. See FAQ (link) for recommendations. Please list any allergies or dietary restrictions on sign-up. Food may be provided. Watch for the pre-event email (Mon/Tues) for details.
What else to bring: For more general information about the Trail Care Program and suggested packing lists, see KTA Trail Care FAQ page here.
Please contact Jenn Ulmer, KTA Manager of Trail Maintenance and Training, at [email protected] or 570-854-8316 with any questions, or Volunteer Leader Pete Fleszar @ [email protected]/717-576-3112.
Cell phone coverage: Coverage is generally good at Hills Creek and most potential work sites.
Food/Drink: Generally, bring your own food, drink, and cooking supplies. See FAQ (link) for recommendations. Please list any allergies or dietary restrictions on sign-up. Food may be provided. Watch for the pre-event email (Mon/Tues) for details.
What else to bring: For more general information about the Trail Care Program and suggested packing lists, see KTA Trail Care FAQ page here.
Please contact Jenn Ulmer, KTA Manager of Trail Maintenance and Training, at [email protected] or 570-854-8316 with any questions, or Volunteer Leader Pete Fleszar @ [email protected]/717-576-3112.
--Trail Work Details--
Work days:
Friday and Saturday approximately 8-4, Sunday 8-noon. Camping available starting Thursday >3pm.
Description of work:
Mid State Trail:
The Mid State Trail is a ~534km / 332-mile hiking trail. It is the longest and wildest footpath in PA. In this area, it is a mix of beautiful views and natural features, with plenty of elevation change. Paper maps/guide are available for purchase from the MSTA website, and the trail’s most updated information is available digitally through the FarOut app. It is one of the 18 state forest designated hiking trails and is blazed orange.
In the Tioga Region, the footpath meanders from deep woods to old cow pastures and back and forth again and again. Highlights include the "Stairway to the Stars", Stony Creek, Sand Run Falls, sweeping [pastoral views, coal mine and ghost town remnants, Hills Creek State Park, and two ACOE lakes.
Age Requirements:
Minimum: 14 years old and up (all minors must be accompanied by a guardian) unless otherwise noted. For safety purposes, minors will never be allowed to work alone or with just one other volunteer, unless it is their guardian.
Maximum: no maximum age! If you can hike a couple miles over rough terrain, we can find a task suitable for you!
Friday and Saturday approximately 8-4, Sunday 8-noon. Camping available starting Thursday >3pm.
Description of work:
- Mowing vital sections of trail
- Possible freshening blazes
- Other various trail work on the MST and/or side trails as defined by further scouting.
- We carpool to trail locations; please let me know if you are not comfortable riding with others or driving on gravel forestry roads. From the campground, drive times should be in the 35-45 minute range.
Mid State Trail:
The Mid State Trail is a ~534km / 332-mile hiking trail. It is the longest and wildest footpath in PA. In this area, it is a mix of beautiful views and natural features, with plenty of elevation change. Paper maps/guide are available for purchase from the MSTA website, and the trail’s most updated information is available digitally through the FarOut app. It is one of the 18 state forest designated hiking trails and is blazed orange.
In the Tioga Region, the footpath meanders from deep woods to old cow pastures and back and forth again and again. Highlights include the "Stairway to the Stars", Stony Creek, Sand Run Falls, sweeping [pastoral views, coal mine and ghost town remnants, Hills Creek State Park, and two ACOE lakes.
Age Requirements:
Minimum: 14 years old and up (all minors must be accompanied by a guardian) unless otherwise noted. For safety purposes, minors will never be allowed to work alone or with just one other volunteer, unless it is their guardian.
Maximum: no maximum age! If you can hike a couple miles over rough terrain, we can find a task suitable for you!
REGISTRATION IS CLOSED FOR THIS EVENT!
--PHOTO GALLERY--
