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Black Forest loop backpacking 43 miles

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Black Forest loop backpacking 43 miles

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Trail reference:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Forest_Trail

It's time to hit this beautiful classic loop trail again ... close to 9000 ft elevation gains over 43 miles. This is for experienced UL strong backpackers ONLY (due to limited time). You are responsible for own safety ! You may need to navigate the trail on your own, but we will try stay together.

GPX tracks:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/19im8c4aNPtO2Xjke_rsTZ7LXW8eRP3h6/view?usp=sharing

Start:

Sat 9:30 AM

Black Forest Loop parking (GPS: 41.47134, -77.50247) - this is close to the river, NOT off the Slate Run Rd in the map pin

Detail:

  • Sat:
  • ~15 miles to camp (top of a beautiful lookout, dry camp)
  • Sun:
  • ~20-23 miles to camp (next to a creek or further on top of the view/dry)
  • Mon:
  • ~5-8 miles to parking lot
  • NOTE*: dates and milages depends on weather and participants; Open to different start/end time *

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If you join us for a hike (or any other event), please understand that you are responsible for your own preparedness and well-being and will hold no one else liable in case of injury or mishap. You agree not to hold the Organizer, Assistant Organizers, or any other members responsible for any injuries, mishaps, or any other situation that may happen at a planned event. You are responsible to research the event, know the area, and bring the proper gear.

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Black Forest Trail Parking
Slate Run Rd · Slate Run, PA
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