Upcoming Events

KTA Trail Challenge 

September 12, 2020
NEW: Chip Timing and a redesigned course!
​​​Join KTA for a challenging 25k or 50k through 2 counties and beautiful trails! Sign up now! 

Spring Hiking Weekend 2020

​​​ April 17-19, 2020
​KTA returns to Wellsboro, home of the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. Join us for a weekend in the historic Penn Wells Hotel and out on scenic hiking trails.

Horse-Shoe Trail Slackpack

April 22-26, 2020
Join us for the first of a 2-part Slackpack adventure. In 5 days you'll like 76 miles, roughly half the incredible Horse-Shoe Trail, without ever pitching a tent. 

Allegheny Front Trail Slackpack

May 15-18, 2020
The AFT is a 41.75 mile loop trail through Moshannon State Forest that roughly encircles Black Moshannon State Park. The trail provides a wide variety of forest environments, including views over valleys to the east, trout streams, and marshlands.

Allegheny National Forest

July 24-26, 2020
Join KTA in Pennsylvania's only National Forest, stay in the beautiful Groves Lodge, and experience one of a kind hiking opportunities.

Brews and Views

July 31- Aug 2, 2020
What better way to end a day of hiking than trying some fabulous local breweries? KTA hosted a weekend to see all the hidden gems Cumberland Valley has to offer. ​

Black Forest Trail Slackpack

October 23-26, 2020
​​Thruhike this challenging, but rewarding 42-mile loop leading through and above the west side of Pine Creek Gorge, in 4 days, without pitching a tent.

Old Loggers Path Slackpack

Date TBA
Many clubs and organizations that belong to Keystone Trails Association offer monthly, weekly, even daily hikes and recreation opportunities. Below is a collection of the events they invite you to attend. If you would like your event featured here, please contact the Program Administrator at ktaadmin@kta-hike.org with the information. Thank you!
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Ongoing Events and Programs

100-Mile Trail Challenge

The annual 100-Mile Trail Challenge recognizes hikers that complete 100 miles or more of eligible Pennsylvania hiking trails between September 1 and August 31. Participants are encouraged to collect sponsorships to raise $1 per mile.

Kids Trail Ambassador Program

At KTA’s booth at the Wildwood Park Wetlands Festival on April 25, 2015, in Harrisburg, we launched a new program aimed at engaging youth in hiking and the outdoors: the KTA Kids Trail Ambassador Program.

Backpacking 101: Workshop

A two part series enabling day hikers to take the next step into the world of backpacking in Penn’s Woods.

What is a KTA Hiking Weekend?

We organize a weekend from breakfast to bonfire, introduce trails to anyone who’s interested but isn’t sure how to start hiking, introduce new trails to anyone who thinks they’ve hiked them all, and everyone in between.

Past Programs and Events

2017 Fall Hiking and Meeting Weekend
October 13-15, 2017
This event took place at Wesley Forest Camp and Retreat, Weikert, PA. Co-hosted by the Mid State Trail Association. 

Trail Care 101: Workshop

April 22, 2017
​KTA hosted the first ever Trail Care 101 at Whipple Dam State Park. The workshop was designed to prepare participants that want to try Trail Care, but might not have Trail Care background.

Spring Hiking Weekend 2018

April 13-15, 2018
​KTA hosted a weekend of beautiful hiking in historic Jim Thorpe, PA!

Philadelphia

​June 1-3, 2018 
​KTA hosted a hiking experience like no other. Hikers explored the history, culture, and beauty, both natural and man-made, of Philadelphia. 

Prowl the Sproul

The Keystone Trails Association was scheduled to host the 15th Annual Prowl the Sproul Hiking Weekend from July 27 to July 29, 2018 in the beautiful Sproul State Forest of western Clinton County.

Spring Hiking Weekend 2019

April 12-14, 2019
​KTA hosted a weekend of hiking, exploring, and relaxing in the Poconos at Prompton State Park, around Camp Ladore, and more!
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Laurel Highlands Slackpack

​May 3-7, 2019
6 days of hiking, 70 miles, 1 beautiful trail. Experience the entire Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail! 

Trek the Tiadaghton

June 14-16, 2019
KTA hosted a weekend to explore Tiadaghton State Forest.

Brews & Views

July 12-14, 2019
What better way to end a day of hiking than trying some fabulous local breweries? KTA hosted a weekend to see all the hidden gems Cumberland Valley has to offer. 

Allegheny National Forest

August 9-11, 2019
KTA welcomed guests to Allegheny National Forest with a stay in the historic and beautiful Olmsted Manor. 

 Black Forest Trail Slackpack 2019 

October 18th-21st  &  25th-28th
Thruhike this challenging, but rewarding 42-mile loop leading through and above the west side of Pine Creek Gorge, in 4 days, without pitching a tent.

Quehanna Elk Quest

October 4th-6th
See the majestic PA elk up close! 

Fall Hiking Weekend 2019

October 11th-13th
Around our fall meeting we took on various trails in the area including Rothrock State Forest, Mid State Trail, Mt. Nittany, and the Bald Eagle State Forest.  Hikes range from easy to difficult so there's something for everyone!
Photo used under Creative Commons from John Harwood