The Underrated Lake Border Trail In Pennsylvania Leads To A Turquoise Lake

We're never too far from a beautiful body of water when we live in PA. Did you know that Pennsylvania is home to more than 2,500 lakes - both natural and manmade? Even if we're not in the mood for a day in or on the water, we can still enjoy its sheer natural beauty with a leisurely hike. The Lake Border Trail in Pennsylvania, for example, offers stellar views of the turquoise Blue Marsh Lake, although the hike is a bit of a challenge.

Drenched in beauty no matter the season, the Lake Border Trail at Blue Marsh Lake National Recreation Area, which leads to the gorgeous Blue Marsh Lake, has earned a moderate rating.

The 7.1-mile trail offers some challenges along the way - uneven terrain and steep climbs, for example. If you're heading out during the summer, you'll definitely want to lather on the...

Bug spray and bring some extra along. Sunscreen's a good idea, too, although some of the path is protected by the natural canopy of trees.

Also popular with mountain bikers and horseback riders, the trail's brimming with colorful wildflowers, and you might even...

Run across such local residents, as tortoises wandering through the recreation area. You'll pass a swamp, too, that's teeming with turtles and frogs.

Arguably the highlight of the trail is the gorgeous Blue Marsh Lake, a 1,150-acre lake that's perfect for a day of boating and kayaking.

During the warmer months, bring your beach gear with you for a day of sunbathing on the sandy beach and cooling off in the shimmering blue water.

If you're not in a hurry on the trail, bring along a picnic to enjoy near the water.

Learn more on the official website of Blue Marsh Lake. Or, go here for Facebook.

Find a trail map of Lake Border Trail on All Trails.

Have you trekked the Lake Border Trail in Pennsylvania? What do you think of Blue Marsh Lake? Share your experience in the comments! Up for more hiking this summer? Here are 10 beautiful trails in Pennsylvania you must take if you like the outdoors.