Trail Information

Topographic Map

Elevation Profile

Hike Location Overview









Email this page to a friend



Reporter


Google

Printer Friendly

Weather

MapQuest

TopoZone

TerraServer

Help

Middle Creek - Elders Run


Highlights:

A nice loop hike with some old ruins at about the halfway point
Near:Kleinfeltersville, PA
Scenery:
Distance:3.3 miles round trip
Elevation Gain:589 ft
Hike Time:2 hours
Difficulty:Easy
Trail Condition:Well maintained trail
HikeType:Loop



Summary: A nice little two hour hike. From the trailhead immediately go right and follow the yellow blazes (this portion is on the Horseshoe Trail). The first portion is all uphill, but it's easily managed, even with young children.

Take a left at the "big" intersection to go onto the Elders Run trail. The ruins will be on your right after you've gone a couple of hundred yards.

Take another left after crossing the bridge and follow the stream back to your starting point.

The trail can be muddy (and buggy) at times so wear appropriate footwear and bring bug repellant!

Trailhead: The trailhead is just south of the Middle Creek Visitor's Center - Not too far from the dam. Park along the road...The shoulders are very wide there. (Lat:40.15904 Lon:-76.14346)
Trail Guides for Middle Creek - Elders Run:
Best Seasons: Fall, Spring, Summer,
User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Horses,
Ranger Contact: Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area - 717-733-1512
Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Kevin Babione, who has posted  4 other hikes on this site
Trail Reviews  Submit your own review
Reviewed by Brian on 9/15/2008
Nice trail, I use it in training for Sprint Adventure races. Lower leg along creek is pretty rocky, good shoes a must.


Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site.
Keys: Pennsylvania Hiking, Pennsylvania Trails, Pennsylvania Hikes, Lebanon County Hiking, Lebanon County Trails, Lebanon County Hikes

About Us    Help    Contact Us
Site Map Of Available Hikes
Copyright © 2003 LocalHikes, Inc.