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Summary: The trail is located entirely on State Forest Lands, land that had formerly belonged to the Central Pennsylvania Lumber Co. The trail layout has taken advantage of the engineering expertise of the early logging railroaders as it follows the grades. The highlights of the trail are the many cuts & fills on the grades, Rock Run (one of the prettiest streams in Pennsylvania), the vistas that look into the McIntyre Wild Area, Pleasant Stream and the LoyalsockTrail region. The trail is blazed in orange. The trail area as well as many of the trail areas of Pennsylvania have been written up in a historical series of logging railroad books of Pennsylvania. The book that covers this region is called "Ghost Lumber Towns of Central Pennsylvania." It includes Masten which is the starting point of the Old Loggers Path Trailhead: The starting point is located approximately 2.7 miles Southwest of Ellenton on Legislative Route 41110. The trail is located entirely on State Forest Lands. (Lat:41.49326 Lon:-76.87874) Trail Guides for Old Loggers Path: Best Seasons: Fall, Spring, Summer, User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Ranger Contact: PA Wyoming State Forest (570) 387-4255 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Paul Saneholtz, who has posted 33 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Page 1 of 3 Submit your own review 
Reviewed by Jon on 11/6/2009 Great weekend hike. Have been there about 20 times. Great place for photographers. Make sure you wear your orange. I have seen everything from elk, dear, porcupine, bear, and numerous other little critters. I am actually leaving in half an hour for another weekend trip. Maybe I will see someone out there. Usually I am the only one and I have the trail to myself. Numerous waterfalls off the trail if you take the time to explore. Also last year I ran across an old moonshine cabin. Pretty cool stuff. Great hike and would recommend it to anyone. May be a lil hard for older folks and make sure you pay attention to trail markers. Can get lost in convo if with someone. lol GREAT HIKE!!!! 
Reviewed by Marshall on 8/9/2009 Very pleasant 3 day trip. Started at the Masten trailhead, but saw no ghost town...headed clockwise 7 miles on the first day to water. Next morning hiked up to a beautiful vista, then down to a wonderful little creek for lunch, then up and down Sullivan mountain. Third day we were hit by heavy storms that obstructed the road on the drive out. All in all a good trail of moderate difficulty. I would love to have been able to stay a night at Rock Run- beautiful stream. Saw two black bear cubs. Hang food from trees! Some small animal stole our bagels on the first night.
Reviewed by Tom, Tommy on 3/22/2009 Started in Masten March 20 and went clockwise with our yellow lab,Brandy to the east. Nice footpath with a few obstructions from downed trees. 2 Beautiful Vistas on 1st day. Camped on plateau of Sullivan Mt. and were entertained by Great Horned and Screech Owls. Easier hike back to Masten on 2nd day, with more Vistas. Rock Run great halfway break. Grouse plentiful with occasional Pileated, Hairy, and Downy woodpeckers. Overall enjoyable hike with varied terrain.
Reviewed by Michele on 7/14/2008 I wish I would have brought a scythe to cut the overwhelming stinging nettles and overgrown mountain laurel!! However, the beautiful views and pretty woods are good compensation. Plentiful water,moderate grades, well marked trail. I did not see anybody for 2 days-fine by me. So there is privacy at least during the week.
Reviewed by Ben on 5/1/2008 Great for all abilities, of people and doggies. Yes, get along, little doggies. Get along... Several good camping spots, water sources always fairly nearby. Rock Run is a must stay for all passing through.
Reviewed by chad on 10/7/2007 Great trail. would def hike again. Just please beware.... there is no water from the point yellow dog run mets rock run all the way to long run. did the hike in october, doe and buck run were completly dry. aside from the lack of water during that stretch the trip was a lot of fun and challenging enough give you a good workout
Reviewed by Dave Z on 6/29/2007 A great trail for for a beginner to cut his/her teeth on yet challenging and scenic enough to not bore the experienced backpacker. Very nice vistas and gorgeous woods. Nice improvements made at Doe and Wallis Run campsites. Vegetation growth obscures the trail in the summer. Best time is the fall. Were treated to coyote howling last weekend. Definitely do counterclockwise.
Reviewed by jonathan on 4/20/2007 Ive been hiking this trail for about eight years and it gets more beautiful every time. Its an easier grade and makes a three day two night hike. If you like northern pa. forests, than this is 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, Lycoming County Hiking, Lycoming County Trails, Lycoming County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||