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    Vosburg Neck State Park

    Hiking

    7 miles of trails

     

    The rolling terrain of Vosburg Neck State Park makes for a mix of easier and more challenging hiking experiences. Not all trails are blazed. Double blazes indicates a change of direction or a junction of two trails.

    Follow these rules for a safe hike:

    • An adult should accompany children

    • Be sure to wear hiking boots

    • Motor vehicles are not permitted on the trails.

    Vosburg Neck State Park Map

    Canal Trail

    0.6 mile | Easiest Hiking | Point to Point | No Blazes

    Recreations Permitted: hiking, cross-country skiing

    Trailhead Amenities:

    Canal Trail’s gentle terrain along with its peaceful setting along the remnants of the old North Branch Canal makes this trail suitable for hikers of all ages and skill levels.  Beginning near the main day use area of the park, visitors can use this trail to access Eagle Trail via a short jaunt on Vosburg Road or loop back to Day Use along River trail.

    Eagle Trail

    1.01 mile | Easiest Hiking | Point to Point | No Blazes

    Recreations Permitted: hiking, cross-country skiing

    Trailhead Amenities:

    Wander back in time as you stroll along the path of the former Lehigh Valley Railroad.  This flat, easy trail guides you through the lush riparian zone of the Susquehanna River blending natural beauty with a sense of history.

    Howlin’ Down

    0.82 mile | More Difficult Hiking | Connector | Red Blazes

    Recreations Permitted: hiking, mountain biking

    Trailhead Amenities:

    Expect to cross seasonal streams on this long, flowing downhill trail. Descending over 300 feet in elevation in less than a mile, this trail was designed for mountain bike enthusiasts.

    Old Farm Road

    0.25 mile | Easiest Hiking | Point to Point | No Blazes

    Recreations Permitted: hiking, mountain biking

    Trailhead Amenities:

    This gravel trail provides access to several other trails within the park. It was used for many decades by farmers to provide access to the fields and old apple orchards on the property.

    Red Tail Trail

    0.23 mile | Easiest Hiking | Out-and-Back | No Blazes

    Recreations Permitted: hiking

    Trailhead Amenities:

    This trail is a flat, beginner style trail. With its close proximity to wetland’s, it is an excellent opportunity for birders and other wildlife enthusiasts to watch local fauna.

    River Trail

    0.6 mile | Easiest Hiking | Loop | No Blazes

    Recreations Permitted: hiking, cross-country skiing

    Trailhead Amenities:

    The River Trail offers a peaceful hike along the banks of the Susquehanna River. The gentle terrain makes the trail an ideal escape for all skill levels. Walk out and back or connect with Canal Trail to form a nice loop to the Day Use Area.

    Vista Trail

    2.36 miles | More Difficult Hiking | Point to Point | Yellow Blazes

    Recreations Permitted: hiking, mountain biking

    Trailhead Amenities:

    Quick elevation gains and stonewall crossings mark this trail as you meander your way through forested habitat. When you reach the top, you can travel a short distance away on neighboring property to view Vista Point overlooking the Susquehanna River and Grist Flats farmlands in Mehoopany.

    Walnut Loop

    0.28 mile | Easiest Hiking | Loop | No Blazes

    Recreations Permitted: hiking, cross-country skiing

    Trailhead Amenities:

    This is the perfect beginner trail for an easy, flat stroll through an old walnut tree grove. Though it is short, visitors have a great opportunity to see deer, eagles, and other wildlife in this forested habitat.

    Whitetail Trail

    0.85 mile | More difficult Hiking | Point to Point | No Blazes

    Recreations Permitted: hiking, mountain biking

    Trailhead Amenities:

    This trail exhibits some short steep inclines as it winds through old sections of pasture and apple orchards that have since been left to grow into forested woodlands.  Accessed from Old Farm Road, visitors can connect to Vista Trail.