20s/30s Event: French Creek State Park Hike

Activity Type: Hiking, Local Walks, & Trail Running | Hiking
Difficulty: 4 - Moderate
Trip Leader(s): James Mann, Lisa Lombardo
Registration Type: Registration
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Audience: 20’s & 30’s

Description: Description: French Creek State Park and the adjoining Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site offer nearly 8,000 acres of forests, fields and lakes, including nearly 35 miles of hiking trails. This is an AMC 20s/30s group hike of approximately 6 miles (575' of elevation) at a relaxed pace.

The hike will round Hopewell Lake, briefly visit Hopewell Furnace Historic Site and swing by Scotts Lake. This hike is rated "moderate" because of some rocks, a climb and a chance for mud. It is not a workout hike. We will take time to stop for breaks at the top of hills and as needed to keep the group together.

The starting location is at the French Creek State Park playground parking area. This is just 800 feet (southwest) of the Hopewell Lake boat ramp parking area. The GPS coordinates for the playground are: 40.1983077435609,-75.79114511944678. There are modern bathrooms at the start. We’ll meet there just before 11:00 AM and leave soon after.

Wear sturdy footwear. Pack water, lunch/snacks, and appropriate clothes. Cell phone reception is sometimes spotty at French Creek. Adverse weather conditions which make it unsafe to drive or hike will cancel. Well behaved dogs may attend this hike if they are leashed and can keep up with the group over the full distance.

Optional after-hike refreshments at The Inn at St Peters Village, 3471 St Peter's Rd Saint Peters, PA 19470 https://www.facebook.com/innatstpetersvillage/

This hike is intended to be a 20s/30s affinity activity so participation is limited to those who identify with this age group. If you have questions about eligibility or the nature of this activity, please contact the trip leader[s] by email for more information.

"Please note: In order to comply with Pennsylvania Youth Protection Laws, all children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. This policy applies for all events offered by the Delaware Valley Chapter as well as any other Chapter events within the state of Pennsylvania."

Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!