Covid-19 Update: In accordance with guidelines on large gatherings and social distancing, some events have been postponed, modified, or cancelled. Events not marked as Cancelled or Rescheduled are set to proceed. Participants of any event will be notified if that changes.

Upcoming Events

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.

Postponed and returning in 2021

KTA Trail Challenge 

Rescheduled:​​​ September 11, 2021
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

Rescheduled:​​​ April 9-11, 2021
​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

Cancelled. Reschedule date TBA.
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

Rescheduled:​​​ May 14-17, 2021
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.

Old Loggers Path Slackpack

Cancelled. Reschedule date TBA.
Old Loggers Path is a 28 mile backpacking trail that follows former railroad grades, logging roads, bark trails, and other remnants of old industrial transportation, hence the name. ​The trail takes advantage of the engineering expertise of the early logging railroaders by following the moderate grades up and down the rugged landscape.

Barcelona and Andorra
(Pyrenees Mountains)

Cancelled. Reschedule date TBA.
​Take a journey to Barcelona and Andorra for some premier hiking on this international fundraising trip. Barcelona, on the Mediterranean Sea, is one of Europe’s most vibrant cities, a world center of art, culture and sport and a wonderful city for walking. Andorra, nestled in the nearby Pyrenees Mountains between Spain and France, is one of the world’s smallest countries but packed with excellent hiking opportunities.
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. 
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.

 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

Fall Hiking Weekend 2020
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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!
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October 2-4, 2020
KTA hosts a weekend in Cumberland Valley south of Chambersburg with hiking opportunities on the AT, Tuscarora, Standing Stone Trails, and more.
Photo used under Creative Commons from John Harwood