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Seven Tubs Recreation Area - Pinchot Forest District
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,137 Google reviews · Running trail in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Seven Tubs Recreation Area - Pinchot Forest District'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.
Mountainside nature area known for its cascading streams, bedrock tubs & variety of seasonal plants.
What runners say about Seven Tubs Recreation Area - Pinchot Forest District
“The trails are well maintained, the area is clean, and the scenery is absolutely breathtaking.”
“The glacial rock formations and waterfalls are absolutely beautiful, and the trails are peaceful and well-marked.”
“We loved walking along the trails, listening to the sound of the water flowing through the rock formations, and taking in the peaceful atmosphere.”
“The park is family-friendly, easy to access, and suitable for people of different ages and activity levels.”
I stopped here for a quick visit before a doctor's appointment, and WOW!! The entire area was so beautiful. I loved that you could see the falls almost immediately. We didn't have to hike out for 30 minutes to see the beautiful falls, it was just a quick walk.
We dropped by for a period of about 2 hours on a slightly rainy Wednesday in May, and it was awesome. I suspect it would have been a lot busier in better weather, but we had the place almost all to ourselves. Great trails, beautiful, and I mean BEAUTIFUL spots around the 'Tubs loop'.
This place was worth it quick easy walk to the main attraction areas. We went first thing in the morning before anyone was in the springs. The water was crystal clear and warm we visited in hot August. Super cute. We took a lot of wonderful pictures and enjoyed about an hour or so here.
Ample parking and two clean pit toilets at the start of the trail. Walk back along main trail just a touch and it takes you to the first bridge. Hang a left before you cross the bridge. Its steeper on this side and much easier to go up here vs down. Pretty pics as you climb.
Trail conditions & character
“There’s 3 places that look like you can park, the first is no parking, there’s another parking lot that take you to a waterfall but we hadn’t gone yet.”
“Haven't been here in over 20 years, and this time, I walked the entire route of the Audubon Loop Trail, which was well worth it.”
“There’s 3 places that look like you can park, the first is no parking, there’s another parking lot that take you to a waterfall but we hadn’t gone yet.”
“There’s also roots to walk on around the paths that made it easy to avoid slipping!”
“Water level was very low in the 2nd weekend of October 2025 but still gorgeous for photos and relaxing near the water.”
“There is a steep metal stairway that is safe but I have seen dogs refuse to use it.”
“There is a steep metal stairway that is safe but I have seen dogs refuse to use it.”
“The glacial rock formations and waterfalls are absolutely beautiful, and the trails are peaceful and well-marked.”
“We loved walking along the trails, listening to the sound of the water flowing through the rock formations, and taking in the peaceful atmosphere.”
“Bathrooms are one step above an outhouse, but were clean.”
Plan your run at Seven Tubs Recreation Area - Pinchot Forest District
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
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitedelawareandlehigh.org
- Phone+1 570-945-7133
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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