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Loyalsock Trail

The Loyalsock Trail is a 59.2-mile backpacking trail in Lycoming and Sullivan Counties, with several lengthy spurs called “Red X” Trails. 
The name Loyalsock is derived from the Native American name Lawi-Saquick, meaning “Middle Creek,” because the creek now known by that name is situated between Muncy Creek and Lycoming Creek. Loyalsock Creek rises in Wyoming County and empties into the Susquehanna River at Montoursville. The scenic and challenging Loyalsock Trail (LT) runs roughly parallel to its namesake creek.
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The LT frequently climbs up and down ridges and mountaintops, passing many waterfalls, lakes, ponds, and historic places. The trail is known for its many fine vistas. Beware of stinging nettles and briars, which are becoming a serious challenge along this trail.
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Map from https://www.kta-hike.org/major-trails-and-find-a-club.html
The Loyalsock Trail is maintained by the Alpine Club of Williamsport. The group marks the main trail with high-quality 2-by-6-inch yellow rectangles with 1-inch horizontal red stripes. Originally the trail was marked by tin can lids painted red with a yellow “LT,” and many of these are still present. Side trails are marked with yellow can lids bearing a red X. Lead-in trails are marked with blue metal disks. Side trails marked with white blazes are not actively maintained.

The western terminus of the LT is on PA 87, 8.6 miles north of I-180/US 220 at Montoursville. The eastern terminus is on Mead Road just off US 220 near Ringdale. The trail is shown on the public-use map for Loyalsock State Forest. The Alpine Club publishes a detailed guidebook with maps that divide the trail into eight sections, all with road access at each end. The club also offers an embroidered LT patch, which anyone who has hiked at least 10 miles of the trail can purchase.

​Contact:
Alpine Club of Williamsport
P.O. Box 501
Williamsport, PA 17703
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The Loyalsock Trail Guide and embroidered patch are available at KTA's Bookstore.

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  • About
    • News >
      • Newfoundland 2024 Trip Report
      • Newsletter Archive
      • Meet PA Hikers
      • Trail Care Stories
    • Contact
    • About KTA
    • Work For KTA
    • Strategic Plan
    • Volunteer with KTA
    • Our People
    • Our Story
    • Diversity & Inclusion
    • Press
    • Multimedia
  • GET INVOLVED
    • Advocacy >
      • Kids Trail Ambassador Program
    • Donate >
      • Monthly Giving: Keep Trails Alive
      • Planned Giving: The Heritage Society
      • Giving for the Future: Endowment Fund
      • Hike to Give: 100-Mile Trail Challenge
    • Membership
    • Events >
      • Philadelphia Hiking Weekend 2025
      • 2025 MST Everett SP Survey
      • KTA Leave No Trace Level One Training
      • Wales 2025 >
        • Wales Interest Form
      • Keystone Hiking & Outdoor Weekend 2025
      • Backpacking for Beginners 2025
      • LHHT Slackpack 2025
  • GET OUTDOORS
    • KTA Gear Loaner Program
    • Trails
    • Pennsylvania Hiking Trail Trailers
  • Trail Care Program
    • FAQs Trail Care
    • Report a Trail Issue
    • 2025 Weekday Trail Care
    • #02 WMRT/RGST
    • #03 Donut Hole
    • #04 BFT
    • #05 A.T. section
    • #6 MST-Everett
    • #11 CKT CO
    • Trail Love Events
    • KTA’s A.T. Section
  • Hiking Awards
  • Store
  • CLUBS
    • Hiking Clubs
    • KTA Grants-to-Clubs
    • Report Club Hours