Hyner View Overlook Is A Short And Sweet Fall Hike In Pennsylvania With A Spectacular End View

Hyner View State Park offers a short, scenic fall hike with breathtaking views of the Susquehanna River and surrounding forest.

Autumn's splendor is so easy to admire - from long, leisurely walks through local parks to scenic train rides through the Pennsylvania countryside. While hiking might not be particularly popular with everyone, there's one short-but-sweet fall hike in Pennsylvania that's simply spellbinding, especially in the fall. Even better? You don't have to be a fan of hiking to fall in love with it.

Hyner View State Park may be small, measuring just six acres in size, but it sure does pack a whole lot of scenic punch.

While Hyner View State Park may be tiny, did you know there's an even smaller state park in Pennsylvania? Sand Bridge State Park is just three acres!

No matter what time of the year you visit, you'll be treated to sweeping views of the West Branch of the Susquehanna River and the surrounding forested landscape.

If the vibrant green landscape takes your breath away, wait until you see the views from Hyner View State Park during the most colorful days of autumn. "Short and sweet" defines the picturesque hike that tallies just .01 of a mile.

However, if you want more of a challenge, make your way to Hyner Run State Park, a few minutes away. It features a more than seven mile, difficult trail that also boasts sensational views.

Don't forget your camera for your visit to Hyner View Overlook, and you might want to bring along a picnic too. The area has a few picnic tables.

Hyner View State Park is also popular with hang gliders. If you're up for some high-flying thrills, go hang gliding at the park. Can you think of a better way to admire the fall colors?

Stop by the official website of Hyner View State Park for more information. Or, check out a trail map on AllTrails.

Do you have a favorite fall hike in Pennsylvania? Have you been to Hyner View Overlook? What did you think of the views? Share your experience in the comments! For more gorgeous autumn views, hit the highway on this fall foliage road trip in Pennsylvania.

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