A stroll among nature often gives us the opportunity to really appreciate the scenery and to get lost in our thoughts. We have an abundance of picture-perfect spots for a contemplative stroll all over the state. However, this underrated trail in Pennsylvania, which leads through an old-growth forest, offers a one-of-a-kind experience. Even the name fits oh-so-perfectly for a contemplative stroll.
Hidden among half of a million acres of Allegheny National Forest, Hearts Content National Scenic Trail offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy a bit of quiet among nature.
While the easy trail spans just over a mile, it does come with a few precautions. Heed the advice of the signs, and be on the lookout for falling trees and fallen limbs on the trail.
If the tranquility has totally relaxed you, you might want to spend the night in Hearts Content Recreation Area. Camping is seasonal, but you'll have the unique opportunity to sleep under a canopy of 140-foot-tall trees.
Have you trekked along this underrated trail in Pennsylvania? What did you think? Share your experience in the comments! Did you know there’s also a wandering path through old-growth forest at Henry’s Woods at Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center in Nazareth? It’s worth a visit, too.
OnlyInYourState may earn compensation through affiliate links in this article.
