Horse-Shoe Trail
This premier long-distance trail through the Piedmont and Great Valley Region of southeastern Pennsylvania was constructed for hikers and horseback riders. The Horse-Shoe Trail begins at Valley Forge National Park, outside of Philadelphia, and runs westward to the Appalachian Trail on top of Stony Mountain, about 12 miles north of Hershey. The western end of the trail is accessible from PA 325 via 3.3 miles of the AT. The Horse-Shoe Trail exists largely through the generosity of landowners who have allowed the trail route to cross their property. Public parks and state game lands are also utilized. Trail users should exercise proper care and respect on both private and public land. Dogs must be leashed at all times.
The Horse-Shoe Trail is marked with yellow blazes; side trails to points of interest are blazed white. Relocations of the trail’s route have been frequently necessary in recent years, so you should consult the latest edition of the trail guidebook for route changes. Trail users who desire to camp on private land must obtain permission from landowners. Camping, for a fee, is allowed in French Creek State Park; camping is not permitted on state game lands. The trail guidebook provides information on other types of accommodations, campgrounds, stores, parks, and intermediate road access points.
The Horse-Shoe Trail guide and maps can be purchased in KTA's Bookstore.
Other resources:
►Horse-Shoe Trail "Home" Page
►Errata and Changes to the 2006 Guidebook
The Horse-Shoe Trail is marked with yellow blazes; side trails to points of interest are blazed white. Relocations of the trail’s route have been frequently necessary in recent years, so you should consult the latest edition of the trail guidebook for route changes. Trail users who desire to camp on private land must obtain permission from landowners. Camping, for a fee, is allowed in French Creek State Park; camping is not permitted on state game lands. The trail guidebook provides information on other types of accommodations, campgrounds, stores, parks, and intermediate road access points.
The Horse-Shoe Trail guide and maps can be purchased in KTA's Bookstore.
Other resources:
►Horse-Shoe Trail "Home" Page
►Errata and Changes to the 2006 Guidebook