What we’re about
Founded in 1931, Allentown Hiking Club is founded for all people, of all backgrounds to, in the united in a shared purpose of our love of nature. We are sponsored by the Allentown Recreation Bureau and a member of the Keystone Trail Association and the Appalachian Trail Conservancy.
We maintain 10.3 miles of the Appalachian Trail, including two backcountry shelters, Allentown (north of New Tripoli) and G.W. Outerbridge (west of the Lehigh Gap).
We offer hikes and other outdoor events, which are open to the general public and led by experienced club members and other local experts. We have a plethora of different events of all different skill levels. Along with our larger weekend hikes, we have midweek hikes that are both social strolls, and more adventurous workout hikes. We meet up to hike to local free concerts, have organized bike rides, water fun events, winter sports & more. Check out our calendar to see what we have coming up. We hope to see you at an upcoming event!
More information on the club can be found on our main website https://www.allentownhikingclub.org/
Upcoming events (3)
See all- Appalachian Trail: Peters Mountain to Clark's Ferry(Out and Back)Needs location
Description: Challenging 12.3 miles hike with aggressive ascent however the trail levels out and there are great views along the ridgeline. The footing is very rocky, so be sure to wear appropriate hiking footwear. Weather cancels hike and hikers should bring snacks, lunch and lots of fluids
Meeting Place: 2300 Peters Mountain Rd, Halifax, PA 17032
Coordinates: 40.41151, -76.93042
Hike Leader: Howard Reid (610) 420-8194 [email protected] - AT Hike: Wind Gap to Fox Gap (Point to Point)Needs location
Description: A rocky challenging 8.3 miles hike that starts at Wind Gap and ends at the trailhead just north of Bangor. The trail is steep at parts as it climbs up Blue Mountain so wear sturdy boots. This is a point-to-point hike so all hikers need to confirm attendance with hike leader so transportation can be coordinated. Weather cancels hike and hikers should bring snacks, lunch and lots of fluids.
Meeting Place: 9 East 3rd Street, Wind Gap, PA 18091 Coordinates: 40.8608, -75.2925
Hike Leader: Howard Reid (610) 420-8194 [email protected]
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