Nature can provide us with the peace and quiet we need sometimes. However, sometimes nature can also be pretty noisy with hikers all converging on the same trails, making it difficult to find that tranquility. If you’re on the lookout for a hike in Pennsylvania that will take you to a secluded corner of the state and that’s brimming with beauty, you can’t go wrong by setting off on the Stairway Lake Trail.
Snuggled in the Stairway Wild Area in Delaware State Forest, the Stairway Lake Trail will lead you through canopies of trees right to a beautiful lake.
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Rated between easy and moderate depending on your hiking experience and skills, the trail spans just under three miles.
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For much of the trail, you’ll trek through the forest, sheltered from the golden sun by the trees. However, you’ll also have to cross a few streams and even a man-made footbridge or two.
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You’ll definitely want to wear appropriate shoes or boots for the terrain, which includes some rocky patches. The trail can also get pretty muddy after a rainfall.
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Stairway Lake Trail eventually leaves the forest, taking you on an old dirt road. Drink in scenic views of the landscape around you and…
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When you arrive at the water, grab a seat on the wooden pier. Sit with your feet dangling over Stairway Lake, and breathe in the fresh air.
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The lake is perfect for a leisurely picnic or for simply enjoying the scenery.
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Click here for the official website of Delaware State Forest Wild & Natural Areas. Or, go here for Facebook.
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Do you have a favorite hike in Pennsylvania that leads to a lake? Tell us about it in the comments! For a leisurely day at the beach, check out these beach lakes in Pennsylvania.
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