Pennsylvania is beyond compare in terms of the beauty found around the state. After all, it has 121 state parks and nearly 20 national parks filled with protected forests, lakes, rivers, waterfalls, mountains, and endless trails to explore them all. One park worthy of exploration is the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area where you can hike to an overlook in Pennsylvania and take in the panorama of breathtaking scenery below.
The Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area can be found along 40 miles of the Delaware River at the Pennsylvania/New Jersey border. With 70,000 acres of forests, mountains, and rivers as well as 120 miles of trails, this state border preserve offers some of the most beautiful scenery in the state.
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If you’re intent on hiking to a hidden overlook in Pennsylvania, Cliff Trail in the Delaware Water Gap is a stunning forest hike you should consider.
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The 5.7-mile out-and-back Cliff Trail has an overall elevation gain of 679 feet and will lead you through the lush forest and, eventually, to a scenic overlook.
Adam Pico/AllTrails Hikers have mentioned that the trail markings aren’t entirely clear along Cliff Trail. Be sure to download the trail map from AllTrails before you head out on this hike.
It’s also imperative to wear a good, sturdy pair of hiking shoes or boots for this hike as the trail is rocky in certain areas and becomes slippery in rainy weather.
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When you get to the top, your hiking efforts will be rewarded with spectacular views of the Delaware Water Gap below.
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You’ll see the awe-inspiring Delaware River off in the distance. Isn’t absolutely beautiful?
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Make sure you set aside enough time to enjoy the views from the overlook. You’ll want to spend as much time as possible here.
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Have you done a hike to an overlook in Pennsylvania? If so, where did you go? Tell us in the comments! For a map of Cliff Trail, visit AllTrails. To learn more about the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, head to the NPS website.
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Hikers have mentioned that the trail markings aren’t entirely clear along Cliff Trail. Be sure to download the trail map from AllTrails before you head out on this hike.
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For another spectacular overlook, hike the Rimrock Overlook Trail in the Allegheny National Forest.
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