Susquehanna Riverlands, Mason-Dixon Trail (moderate)

The Appalachian, Horseshoe and Mason-Dixon Trails make up a long-distance hiking trifecta surround southeastern PA. If you hiked all three you'd make a near loop of around 380 miles. The west side of that loop comprises the Mason-Dixon Trail, a 190 mile hiking path which follows the west bank of the Susquehanna River for much of its route. Here it takes in several sweeping views of PA's largest river cutting across the Piedmont, and dips into cool hollows cut into the river bluffs. Along the way are traces of the river's native, colonial and industrial past including long forgotten farmsteads, furnaces and canals. The Susquehanna has been for millennia a transportation thoroughfare, carrying everything from native dugout canoes to canal barges fueling a nascent Industrial Revolution. Today much of the river corridor serves as an important greenway, including the 1044 acres of the Susquehanna Riverlands State Park protecting the river's waters as they travel to the Chesapeake Bay.

Our hike will take in a section of the Mason Dixon Trail between Schull's Rock and Dogan Run. We will make a loop of around 10 miles, climbing aroud 1000 feet total over the course of the hike. At least one climb will be sustained and more strenuous. This is a moderate hike, but will depend on fitness levels. Make sure you are comfortable with the length and elevation gain. The trail will be rough in places so proper footwear are required. Make sure to bring water and some extra calories.

Meet up at the Susquehanna Riverlands SP Parking off River Farm Rd. There are two lots off River Farm Rd. We are starting from the second, western lot. Coordinates: (40°02'58.7"N 76°38'11.0"W). We set off at 9AM. Make sure you are on time. Once we start hiking I will not be checking my phone for anyone arriving late.

Event will cancel for severe weather.