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Old Loggers Path
4.7 ★★★★★ 60 Google reviews · Running trail in Canton, Pennsylvania · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Loop distance
- 27.8 mi
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Old Loggers Path's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Backpacking spot featuring a 25-mile loop trail through a forest with streams and campsites.
What runners say about Old Loggers Path
“Saw a sleeping timber rattler, and it gave me a chance to observe one of these beautiful snakes up close.”
“It was easy to follow with orange blazes and i also liked that there were arrows whenever there was a change in direction.”
“Definitely for all levels of backpacker with breathtaking views and lots of wildlife!”
Started in Masten and went clockwise over 3 days 2 nights. Night one camped by pleasant stream and night 2 camped along Rock run which was an amazing site. There had been a lot of rain and i got caught in a bad thunderstorm the first day and when i crossed pleasant stream the water was above my knees and flowing…
A truly WONDERFUL 28 mile loop trail, very well marked. Kudos for the trail maintenance in some of the areas of stinging nettles. The trail was widened (not in all areas, but some) with a mower or a trimmer so hikers didn't have to brush against the plants. There are many camp sites, most near a water source.
Incredible hiking trail *Note: parts of the trail near Pleasant Stream sustained damage during the floods on October 21, 2016. Proceed at your own risk.* *Another note: the trailhead on Google maps is currently inaccessible due to the flood damage, I recommend parking where the trail intersects with Yellow Dog Road.*
Definitely one of the best backpacking trips I've done in PA. It was so nice that it didn't cross any paved roads where you have to play Frogger with vehicles. There were no noisy ATVs digging up the woods. And the fact that it was a loop makes it very convenient.
Trail conditions & character
“Saw a sleeping timber rattler, and it gave me a chance to observe one of these beautiful snakes up close.”
“And the fact that it was a loop makes it very convenient.”
“* *Another note: the trailhead on Google maps is currently inaccessible due to the flood damage, I recommend parking where the trail intersects with Yellow Dog Road.”
“Overall the trail was not too hard although there were a few steep climbs and descents.”
“Some short steep, muddy, or rocky sections and some creek crossings.”
“A truly WONDERFUL 28 mile loop trail, very well marked.”
“A truly WONDERFUL 28 mile loop trail, very well marked.”
Plan your run at Old Loggers Path
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- Loop distance27.8 mi back to where you parked. Long enough for a real long run.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- Websitekta-hike.org
- Phone+1 570-946-4049
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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