Covid-19 Policy: In accordance with guidelines on large gatherings and social distancing, some events may be postponed or modified. Participants must complete a health form upon arrival to an event. Participants will be notified of any changes to this policy or to the event.
Upcoming Events
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Spring Hiking WeekendApril 29 - May 1, 2022
Bongiorno Conference Center, Carlisle, PA Registration opens soon! |
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Allegheny National Forest WeekendAugust 26-28, 2022
Join KTA in Pennsylvania's only National Forest, stay in the beautiful Groves Lodge, and experience one of a kind hiking opportunities. Registration opens soon! |
Postponed and returning in 2022
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Barcelona and Andorra
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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!
Ongoing Events and Programs
100-Mile Trail ChallengeThe 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.
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Kids Trail Ambassador ProgramAt 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.
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Past Programs and Events
Education and Outreach
Trail Care 101: WorkshopKTA 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.
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Backpacking 101 WorkshopA two part series enabling day hikers to take the next step into the world of backpacking in Penn’s Woods.
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Excursions
Philadelphia Urban Hiking Experience
KTA hosted a hiking experience like no other. Hikers explored the history, culture, and beauty, both natural and man-made, of Philadelphia.
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Brews and Views
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.
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Allegheny National Forest Weekend
Join KTA in Pennsylvania's only National Forest, stay in the beautiful Groves Lodge, and experience one of a kind hiking opportunities.
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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.
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Trek the Tiadaghton
KTA hosted a weekend to explore Tiadaghton State Forest.
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Quehanna Elk Quest
October 4th-6th
See the majestic PA elk up close! |
Slackpacks
Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail
6 days of hiking, 70 miles, 1 beautiful trail. Experience the entire Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail!
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Black Forest Trail
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.
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Allegheny Front Trail
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.
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Old Loggers Path
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.
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KTA Hiking Weekends
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.
Spring Hiking WeekendApril 13-15, 2018 - Jim Thorpe
KTA hosted a weekend of beautiful hiking in historic Jim Thorpe, PA! April 12-14, 2019 - Camp Ladore
KTA hosted a weekend of hiking, exploring, and relaxing in the Poconos at Prompton State Park, around Camp Ladore, and more! April 9-11, 2021 - Wellsboro
Back by popular demand, KTA returns to Wellsboro, home of the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. |
Fall Hiking WeekendOctober 13-15, 2017 - Weikert
This event took place at Wesley Forest Camp and Retreat, Weikert, PA. Co-hosted by the Mid State Trail Association. October 11th-13th, 2019 - State College
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! October 2-4, 2020 - Chambersburg
KTA hosts a weekend in Cumberland Valley south of Chambersburg with hiking opportunities on the AT, Tuscarora, Standing Stone Trails, and more. October 15-17, 2021 - Lock Haven
KTA heads to Lock Haven for a weekend of hiking and camaraderie in the Pennsylvania Wilds. |
Water Trails
Allegheny River Canoe/Camping TripThis journey takes you 31 miles down the Allegheny River. Start from historic downtown Warren, encounter all seven of the federally protected Wilderness Islands, large swaths of the Allegheny National Forest and float past the town of Tidioute.
Our overnight camping adventure, featuring professional and knowledgeable guides, includes all paddling equipment, and are suitable for novice and experienced paddlers alike! |
Susquehanna River Day TripKTA takes to the trails – Water trails this is! Our day long adventures, featuring professional and knowledgeable guides, include all paddling equipment, and are suitable for novice and experienced paddlers alike!.
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