What we’re about
Founded in 1931, Allentown Hiking Club is founded for all people, of all backgrounds to, in the united in a shared purpose of our love of nature. We are sponsored by the Allentown Recreation Bureau and a member of the Keystone Trail Association and the Appalachian Trail Conservancy.
We maintain 10.3 miles of the Appalachian Trail, including two backcountry shelters, Allentown (north of New Tripoli) and G.W. Outerbridge (west of the Lehigh Gap).
We offer hikes and other outdoor events, which are open to the general public and led by experienced club members and other local experts. We have a plethora of different events of all different skill levels. Along with our larger weekend hikes, we have midweek hikes that are both social strolls, and more adventurous workout hikes. We meet up to hike to local free concerts, have organized bike rides, water fun events, winter sports & more. Check out our calendar to see what we have coming up. We hope to see you at an upcoming event!
More information on the club can be found on our main website https://www.allentownhikingclub.org/
Upcoming events (4)
See all- Mt Tammany Hike (4 miles)Needs location
Description: Hikers will be taking the Red Dot Trail up and returning to the parking lot on the Blue Dot Trail. The hike is considered to be a moderate hike and warm clothes, snacks or dinner, headlamps and a great attitude is required. Weather cancels hike.
Meeting at coordinates : 40°58'19.7"N 75°07'33.3"W (Columbia, NJ)
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- Appalachian Trail: Peters Mountain to Clark’s Ferry (Out and Back)Needs location
Description: Challenging hike with aggressive ascent however the trail levels out and there are great views along the ridge line. The footing is very rocky, so be sure to wear appropriate hiking footwear. Weather cancels hike and hikers should bring snacks, lunch and lots of fluids.
Meeting Place: 2300 Peters Mountain Road, Halifax, Pa. 17032
Coordinates: Coordinates: 40.41151, -76.93042
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- Appalachian Trail: Fox Gap to Delaware Water Gap (Out and Back)Appalachian Trail: Fox Gap Parking Area, Bangor, PA
Description: Trail is well maintained and offers great views of Delaware Water Gap. The trail includes steep climbs and descents, with the first 2 miles being particularly challenging. Weather cancels hike and hikers should bring snacks, lunch and lots of fluids.
Meeting Place: Appalachian Trail - Fox Gap Parking Area, PA-191, Bangor, PA 18013
Hike Leader: Howard Reid (610) 420-8194 howardnreidjr@gmail.com
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