Backpack the West Branch/East Fork Trail Loop-Susquehannock State Forest

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Meadow views along West Branch Trail

Length: Estimated from maps, I did not track it. The yellow dot route I took is about 22 miles. Using the purple shortcut (recommended) about 19-20 miles.

Difficulty: Moderate. Similar to Old Loggers Path. Biggest climbs/descents are about 600 vertical feet.

Parking: There are two recommended parking areas. I parked at a large pull off on West Branch Road. This is ideal for camping at or near Ford Hollow Shelter and the west end of the loop. It is located at 41.677246, -77.804280 . You will see a sign for the Hopper House Hollow Trail.

The other trailhead is Patterson State Park, located on the west end of the loop. Do not park in the camping area. Park on the east or north side of PA 44. 41.696082, -77.892880

Blazes: Trails are generally blazed well and most junctures have signs. Navigation was easy. West Branch and East Fork Trails are yellow and or red, but mostly red. Susquehannock Trail System (STS) is orange.

Amenities: Pit toilets at Patterson State Park, Ford Hollow Shelter.

Direction of description: Counterclockwise from West Branch Road (Hopper House Hollow Trail).

Highlights: Extensive meadows, beaver dams and ponds, a few views, scenic forests, streams, isolation, gorges, many meadow views, wildlife, birdlife, wildflowers, dark skies for stars.

Trail conditions: Overall, pretty good. You can expect overgrowth in summer. West Branch Trail (WBT) has areas with narrow, eroded sidehill and pickers that thankfully weren’t too thorny. STS is well blazed and maintained. East Fork Trail (EFT) has a better hiking tread than WBT but has more climbing. In some places the trails may be faint, but can be followed.

Navigation issues: I noticed two, both on EFT. If hiking counterclockwise, it is easy to miss the turn onto Switchback Trail and continue straight onto Shinglebolt. There is a trail sign. West of Junction Road, the EFT follows a pipeline swath a short distance from the top of the hill down to the road.

Maintained by: the Susquehannock Trail Club, support these volunteers.

Map of loop and surrounding trails

Description: This is the best weekend backpack loop hike you never knew existed. I was absolutely impressed by it and will surely hike it again. The WBT and EFT serve as cross connectors to the STS. By combining all the trails, you can make a truly beautiful loop.

This loop is different than other trails in PA. It feels isolated and has views, just not what you might expect. You will have many meadow views over marshes, beaver ponds and dams. And there’s a lot of beaver ponds and dams. The signature view of the loop is Boone Run Vista, it is just off the EFT and should not be missed. The moderate and cruisey terrain make this a joy to hike.

From the pull off parking area, walk a short ways on West Branch Road and turn left onto WBT. This trail offers so much scenery with meadows, beaver ponds, dams. One pond is pretty large. There are several serene views. I love this trail. Before reaching the STS, cross a small creek with potential camping. Turn left onto the STS.

The STS makes a steady climb up a bucolic forested valley with a small creek. One great thing about this loop is that you are often near creeks, though they can be a trickle or even dry up in summer. Cross PA 44 and hike through Patterson State Park. The STS is level but then descends into a gorge with a seasonal creek. Hike up into Ford Hollow which is usually flowing. Ford Hollow Shelter is a sublime spot, peaceful, isolated, and serene. Elk can be seen or heard here. It is an ideal place to camp.

A steep climb follows up Hockney Hollow. Leave the STS and follow the yellow EFT/Game Refuge Trail. Pass a small meadow with good dry camping. Cross Rock Ridge Road and descend along a logged area with fine views. The EFT down to East Fork Road becomes pure hiking bliss. It follows an old grade, it is cruisey, with superb scenery. The woods are beautiful. My favorite section was the pine forests and the beaver dams and meadows. A gorgeous stretch of trail. You might see potential campsites along the lower portions of the creek, before East Fork Road.

Turn right onto East Fork Road and follow for a half mile, turn left onto the EFT at a sign. Go up another scenic stream valley with more meadows and views. This creek becomes more wooded but the grade offers great hiking. Turn right where the EFT follows Switchback Trail, this turn can be easy to miss. Below along the creek is potential camping. Climb up an open wooded gorge with ferns and wildflowers, this is probably the steepest climb of the loop.

Reach the top and a pipeline swath, follow it to the left down to Junction Road. Time for a side hike, hike the road to the right for 1,000 feet to superb Boone Run Vista, one of the finest in the state forest. It’s a must see. Go back to the EFT.

Now you have a choice. I suggest you take the purple shortcut on the map below. I hiked the EFT on the railroad grade to the STS. It’s nice, don’t get me wrong, the grade was cool and the hiking was mostly level to the STS, but there isn’t much scenery to justify the effort, especially since you must descend and then climb up from the grade on the STS. The purple route does miss Cherry Springs Vista, but Boone Run Vista is a better view anyways.

The final stretch is Hopper Trail/Hopper House Hollow Trail. It’s a nice gem I enjoyed. Begin by crossing small meadows and enter a serene wooded gorge with a seasonal creek. If it’s running, there is some great streamside hiking. There is a small campsite at Cross Trail. The creek becomes larger and West Branch Road comes into view through the trees. This trail remains enjoyable to the end where it delivers you back to the car.

As you hike this loop, you will see many other trails connecting to it. There is a vast network of trails here and many loop options. These trails need more hikers so please explore them.

I loved this loop and I think you will as well.

East part of loop
West part of loop

Legend:

Yellow dots: route I took

Purple dots: suggested shortcut route

C: camping or potential campsites

Hike to the Waterfalls of Sugar Camp Run- Loyalsock State Forest

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One of the falls on Sugar Camp Run

Length: Roughly a mile, one way.

Difficulty: This is mostly an off trail hike. Terrain can be steep with loose rocks along the creek.

Trail conditions: No trails are marked or signed, part of the hike follows forest roads or grades.

Highlights: A glen with a series of beautiful waterfalls and cascades, spring wildflowers.

Parking: pull off parking at about 41.494963, -76.559255.

Description: The Loyalsock has long been loved by hikers thanks to its beauty. It is well known for its many waterfalls, and this is another of its waterfall gems. This hike is short, but requires you to descend Sugar Camp Run, and then climb back out. It is about a 600 vertical foot descent and climb. I don’t know the official name of this small creek, but I used the name Sugar Camp due to the nearby Sugar Camp Spur.

Follow a gated for road for about 600 feet and then turn right onto another. This will take you to the top of the run, I simply hiked off trail down the creek. It was a bit steep with loose rocks, but the forests were open. There were many trout lillies, trilliums, and dutchmans breeches on my hike.

You will cross several old grades. Come to the first falls, about 8 feet tall. The two branches of the run meet with cascades, just below is an impressive glen of about 4 or 5 falls with hemlocks. It is very beautiful. Posted private land is nearby, but these falls are on state forest. It looks like there are more falls downstream, but are on private land. Do not trespass. From here, retrace your steps.

Blue dots are cascades and falls. Red is the rugged off trail route I took. Brown are forest roads. Purple may be an easier route on an old grade, I did not take it. This is not a gps track, it is for general directional purposes only. Accuracy not guaranteed. Hike at your own risk.

Hike to Serenity Point and Drip Drop Falls-State Game Lands 57

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Serenity Point

Length: Less than .75 mile, one way

Parking: Game Commission lot at 41.353055, -76.194311. I drove in from Noxen, the road was in decent shape, with occasional potholes.

Difficulty: Challenging. While short, only experienced hikers comfortable with off trail hiking and navigation should attempt this trek. It is almost a 400 foot vertical climb to the view.

Trail conditions: This is an off trail hike. Terrain is rugged and rocky with steep sections going up to the view.

Highlights: Beautiful, isolated view and a seasonal falls. Cliffs, boulders, ledges.

Issues: This area of SGL 57 has recently experienced logging. The forest north of Serenity Point has been logged, the view has not been logged. I noticed trees painted for logging near Wolf Run on this hike, if logged you will need to find an alternate route.

Description: From the parking area, hike west on the road, cross Wolf Run, and look for an unblazed trail in the meadow on the right. Take it. This trail crosses the meadow, enters the woods, and ascends along Wolf Run, but you’ll want to veer left and ascend a ridge up to the plateau. This is the most gradual approach to the view, but it is still rugged and rocky. Woods are open. This area has been painted for future logging so you may have to use another route.

Reach the crest of the plateau, head west. There are large cliffs and ledges. Reach Serenity Point, a name I gave it when I first visited about 8 years ago. This is my favorite view over Bowmans Creek in this area. The view is untouched and the valley is narrower than the view from nearby Coyote Rocks. There are several ridgelines and hollows. In the valley is a dark green forest of pine and hemlock. There is no noise from roads or towns. The only noise is the current of Bowmans Creek, which is kind of loud, like stereo surround sound. As the name states, it is serene. The type of place you can sit for an hour or so. I’d love to see this view in autumn, or in the morning with mist in the valley. It is a good sunset view.

You can continue west along the edge to a small creek and drop down to Drip Drop Falls. This is a seasonal falls, but it is unique in that a falls and view are so close together. Retrace your steps. Enjoy this beautiful spot.

On this hike, I also explore large rocks above Wolf Run, as indicated on the map below.

Serenity Point is located at about 41.356530, -76.200091

My first visit to Serenity Point.

Drip Drop Falls, old photo
Red is off trail. Brown is an unblazed trail. Black dots are large rocks, cliffs, ledges. This is not a gps track and is for general directional purposes. Accuracy not guaranteed, hike at your own risk. Dotted red route was the way I went on my first hike, it was steep and rocky.

Hike to the Waterfalls of Rollinson, Wolf, and Lye Runs-State Game Lands 12

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The biggest falls on Rollinson Run

Length: Highly variable depending on the routes you take, can be 9-14 miles.

Trail conditions: other than the game commission road, this hike is off trail. Most of the woods are fairly open, so off trail navigation is pretty easy, but you should have experience doing so. Hike along the creeks to see the waterfalls.

Parking: 41.584131, -76.770659

Highlights: Several waterfalls, views of Schrader Creek, isolation, spring wildflowers.

Terrain: Generally easy to moderate. Must hike along creeks. Rollinson Run is somewhat gorged in and requires hiking, climbing along waterfalls.

Issues: Do not attempt this hike in high water. Off trail navigation required to the waterfalls, you should have experience with that type of navigation.

Description: Schrader Creek Valley is full of natural beauty. It has many waterfalls, views, big rocks, gorges, and historical remnants. This hike is to the hidden gem of Rollinson Run.

Schrader Creek Road is the common artery for this hike. It is a long walk, but there are many views of Schrader Creek, and great opportunities for wildlife, wildflowers, and bird watching. Prepare for sun exposure on hot days. Of course, the best way to travel this road is by bike.

Lye Run is scenic, but not a must see. It has two gorges or glens with cascades and slides. The tallest might be five feet. There are bedrock pools. If you want to explore an out of the way place with nice scenery that few people see, hike along Lye Run.

Rollinson Run is the absolute must see. It’s why you are hiking this. Hike up the creek and soon enter a striking gorge about 700 feet long. It is surrounded by cliffs and ledges. While there are places to climb out, you are somewhat gorged in. There are three or four falls and bedrock slides. The bottom falls is over 20 feet, the middle is about 10, and the top is a huge double slide 40-50 feet tall. It is impressive. At the middle falls is a towering cliff with springs tumbling out of it. Must be incredible when it freezes.

Most people also visit Wolf Run. The woods are open between Rollinson and Wolf, so just walk across the plateau. Wolf has two falls, the bottom one is less than 15, the top one is about 10 feet tall. There are several other smaller slides and cascades.

Return to the road and walk it back to the parking area.

A prior hike to Rollinson Run.

Black line is Schrader Creek Rd. Blue dots are areas with waterfalls and cascades. This is not a gps track, it is for general directional purposes. Accuracy not guaranteed, hike at your own risk.

Hike to Yost Run and Kyler Fork Falls- Sproul State Forest

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Kyler Fork Falls

Length: About 1.3 miles one way, about 2 miles to Panther Hollow Falls, one way.

Difficulty: Moderate. It is a gradual 450 foot descent to the falls.

Trail conditions: Good. Chuck Keiper Trail is blazed orange.

Parking: 41.175539, -77.879049

Highlights: Beautiful waterfalls in a gorge with hemlocks and rhododendrons.

Description: This is a gorgeous hike into the gorge of Yost Run to see the two falls of Yost Run and Kyler Fork. From the parking area, follow the Chuck Keiper Trail (CKT) west along a forest road (do not cross PA 144). Pass a cabin and descend along a small creek. Pass another cabin and enter the beautiful gorge. Yost Run Falls soon comes into view, Kyler Fork Falls is just downstream. Each is about 12 feet tall. The setting is very scenic with ledges, falls, cascades, streams, hemlocks and rhododendrons. The CKT is a rugged 50 mile loop and this is one of its most beautiful sections.

You can follow unblazed Kyler Fork Trail above Kyler Fork Falls to see more cascades. A proposed 300+ mile backpacking loop in the PA Wilds is routed to come through here.

You can hike further down the CKT and climb sidehill above the creek. Pass a campsite and reach Panther Hollow Falls, which are only about 6 feet but still scenic. Return the way you came.

Hike to Pine Island Ledge Vista and Waterfalls-Pine Creek Gorge (PA Grand Canyon)

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Pine Island Ledge Vista

Length: Approx. 8 miles

Difficulty: Very difficult and challenging.

Trail conditions: Route follows unmarked and unblazed trails, old forest roads or grades, and off trail hiking. It is a steep climb or descent to/from Pine Island Ledge. The bottom section of Pine Island Run requires scrambling along waterfalls and traversing a landslide. It is the most challenging part and potentially dangerous. Do not attempt in high water.

Highlights: Incredible views, cliffs, rock outcrops, glens, many waterfalls and cascades.

Parking: 41.631387, -77.395402. Drive in from the north. There is no bridge where Claymine Road crosses Stony Fork.

Peregrine falcons: They nest at Pine Island Ledge. I was not aware they were nesting when I visited. Consider hiking elsewhere until their nesting season is over.

Rattlesnakes: Can be found at the vistas, and along the hike.

Cliffs: This hike goes near massive cliffs. Be careful. Any fall would be fatal.

Other navigation aids: Look at MyHikes for Pine Island Run and Ledge. You might want to hike them separate to avoid the lower section of Pine Island Run. Also, a prior post to the ledge.

Description: Pine Island Ledge is widely considered the most beautiful view in the Pine Creek Gorge, if not Pennsylvania. I think it is one of the most beautiful canyon or gorge views in the eastern U.S. Here, the canyon is so narrow and Pine Creek flows hundreds of feet below. The ledge has become an increasingly popular destination in the Tioga State Forest.

This is a very challenging hike, only experienced hikers should attempt. It is one of the most beautiful, and difficult, hikes in the Pine Creek Gorge. Most hikers to Pine Island use the rail trail, but this way is long and taxing. The hike from Claymine Road is much more scenic and challenging.

Hiking the loop clockwise or counterclockwise has its benefits. Clockwise requires a difficult scramble down Pine Island Run and a steep climb up to Pine Island Ledge. Counterclockwise is the opposite. It may be best to scramble up the lower gorge of Pine Island Run, which I consider the most challenging part. You can always skip this part and just go to the view.

From the parking area, follow an obvious trail through laurel down to Pine Island Run. Reach an intersection (see picture below). Go left to hike clockwise, right is counterclockwise. We hiked clockwise.

The hike along Pine Island Run is very beautiful with many cascades and slides. You will have to hike off trail much of the way and cross where you need to. The bottom of this gorge is very beautiful but challenging. It is best to stay on the west side of the creek. Be careful crossing a landslide. Rocks and cliffs tower above. Never attempt this hike in high water as the lower part of the gorge becomes too dangerous.

An unmarked trail makes the steep climb to the view. The view is simply incredible, framed by pine trees. An obvious trail continues north from the view, it becomes an old atv trail. There is one more view. There are beautiful pine and hemlock forests. The trail reaches private property, here go off trail to the east, roughly following the state forest boundary markers. Descend to an old grade This grade will take you to a campsite. Cross the creek and complete the loop.

You should have navigational aids or apps to hike this trail, especially the off trail part at the north end of the loop. The rest is fairly easy to navigate.

Parking on Claymine Road. Trail begins behind white sign.
This is where the trail from the parking area meets the loop. Left is down Pine Island Run, clockwise. Right is counterclockwise.
Red is off trail. Yellow are unmarked trails or old logging grades, some can be faint. Blue dots are waterfalls or cascades. This is not a gps track, accuracy not guaranteed, it is for general directional purposes only. Hike at your own risk. This is a very difficult hike with potentially dangerous sections.

Hike to Rosecrans and McElhattan Falls

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Rosecrans Falls

Length: less than a mile one way

Trail conditions: trail to the falls is unmarked but easy to follow. It is a little steep down to the falls. Unmarked trails go down the gorge. Off trail to side stream falls and cove.

Parking: pull off parking at 41.074207,-77.328522. Don’t block the gates.

Highlights: beautiful double waterfall and an impressive gorge.

Description: This short hike leads to a beautiful double falls and a gorge enveloped in cliffs. This place is significant, with the largest falls in PA’s ridge and valley region, and one of the largest falls in the PA Wilds outside of Pine Creek.

To find the trail, walk north on Nittany Ridge Road and cross a small creek. Look for an unmarked trail to the right, follow it along the creek. It’s beautiful with hemlock forests. Reach the crest of Rosecrans Falls. Across the creek is private property and a home, do not trespass.

To get to the bottom of the falls, I actually recommend following the trail slightly uphill above ledges. The trail will then curve down below the ledges to the falls. This is more gradual with less erosion. You can scramble down a shortcut, but it is eroded.

The setting is truly beautiful. Enjoy the two falls and towering cliffs. McElhattan Falls may be on private land so don’t venture over there.

To see more, follow unmarked trails down along the creek. Cliffs tower on the other side, complete with a trickling falls 40 feet tall. It must be impressive when frozen. Cross the creek and go off trail into a side cove with a 10 foot falls surrounded by cliffs, another beautiful spot. I was as impressed by the cliffs and gorge as the falls.

Retrace your steps.

Brown are unmarked trails. Red dots are eroded and steep scramble that should be avoided. Solid red is off trail. Black dots are cliffs. Trails are not blazed. Excuse the typo, it is Rosecrans, not Rosencrans. This is not a GPS track, it is for general directional purposes, accuracy not guaranteed, hike at your own risk.

Hike to the Tioga Lake Ledges-State Game Lands 37

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View from Tioga Lake Ledges

Length: Varies depending on route taken, but you can expect to hike around 4 miles.

Parking: 41.880412, -77.114154.

Difficulty: This is a challenging hike, off trail, with steep slopes.

Trail conditions: This is an off trail hike that follows the creeks and climbs into the woods. Forests are open.

Terrain: Hiking up to the ledges involve steep slopes, but there is no scrambling or rock climbing. Slopes can have loose dirt and rocks.

Highlights: Great views, seasonal falls and cascades.

Alternative access: Access may be possible from Park Hill Road which can avoid the climbing, but I did not go that way.

Description: This hike is notable for having a lake view with mountains, a rarity in PA. This is a rugged, off trail hike. This hike is located on SGL 37 and Army Corps of Engineer lands, which is leased to the Mill Cove Environmental Area. The area is open to the public, but there was a gate at the access. The gate was open when I visited.

From the parking spot, which is nothing more than a turn around at the end of the road, hike back down the road and turn left up the road to the shooting range. If the range is being used, do not access the hike this way (obviously). Walk to the back corner of the range and see an unblazed trail, follow it. The trail follows an old grade in hemlocks above Phoenix Run. There are slides and cascades below. Leave the grade and hike off trail up a tributary. Phoenix Falls comes into view. It is a seasonal falls, but a beautiful sight when flowing well. It is about 15 feet tall.

Here I simply turned and hiked up the slope. It was a steady climb with ledges. At the top, I followed the plateau west to the Tioga Lake Ledges, located at 41.889626, -77.118697. The ledges offer great views of the lake below, including the bridge. It is beautiful. From here, I went down the slope to the south and angled east back to Phoenix Run, retracing my steps to the shooting range and my car.

This map is not a gps track, it is for general directional purposes only, accuracy not guaranteed. Your route may vary. Red is off trail. Orange is on roads, or old forest grade/road.

Tent Review: 3F UL Lanshan 1 Pro

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My Lanshan 1 Pro

The Lanshan 1 Pro is probably the best buy among one-person trekking pole tents. It is light, well made, and a fraction of the price of other tents. If you are looking to lighten your kit, but don’t want to spend $600 on a tent, take a look at the Lanshan 1 Pro, which is around $140. Here is my review:

More information: Click here for manufacturer’s website with specs, price, and other info.

Unbiased: I paid for my tent and did not receive any incentives for this review.

Experience with this tent: I’ve backpacked over 100 miles with this tent.

Other tents I’ve used: various Eureka backpacking tents, Zpacks Duplex.

Quality of construction: I found it well made with quality stitching, zippers, mesh, and materials. Guyline attachments are reinforced with UHMWPE patches. Guylines are reflective and the door guyline has a glow in the dark clasp. The fly is waterproof to 2000mm hydrostatic head. The bathtub floor to 6000mm. For comparison, the Gossamer Gear The One tent is waterproof to 1800mm. The tent comes with stakes and additional guylines. I found the stakes sufficient, but some hikers might want longer ones.

Weight: My tent is 1 pound, 10 ounces without stakes.

Packed size: Incredibly small. See photo below.

Room inside: I found it quite roomy for a one person tent. I did not feel like I was in a coffin. There was plenty of space for my bag and other gear. They fly was not in my face while sleeping (I’m 6 feet tall). There was more than enough to room to change clothes. The fly is plenty large to keep items outside out of the rain.

Weatherproof: I have not used it in heavy rain, only light showers. It was fine. I did douse it with my garden hose and it performed great (You do need to seam seal this tent, which took me 45 minutes and was easy to do). It handled the wind great.

Condensation: I camped along streams with half of the fly open, condensation was minimal. I’m sure it will collect condensation on muggy nights. Condensation was the same or better than a far more expensive DCF tent I’ve used. There is wrap around mesh above the bathtub floor for airflow.

Ease to set up: Once you get used to it, it’s easy, like any trekking pole tent. I stake the corners out, put in my pole and stake out that guyline, and then stake out of opposite guyline. The bottom corners of the tent have their own guylines, which I often don’t use.

Things to improve: I wish the bathtub floor was a little deeper. The peak vent doesn’t let a lot of air in. Again, you need to seal the seams or pay extra for the manufacturer to do it for you. I did it myself, it was easy.

Would I recommend? Absolutely. I don’t think you can find a better tent for the quality and price. Lots of online reviews categorized this tent as “budget” or “cheap.” Don’t be fooled. It is a quality, well-made tent. It is the ideal shelter for those looking to transition to lightweight hiking while saving money.

The Lanshan 1 Pro packs down very small.
My tent weights 1 pound, 10 ounces with stuff sack, and seam sealed. Stakes are not included in this weight.

Hike to the Corridors (Scranton Rock Maze)-Pinchot State Forest

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In the Corridors, an impressive place for rock lovers.

Length: About 2.5 miles, one way.

Parking: Salvation Army parking lot, 41.392955, -75.650236. Obviously this is private property, if parking is not allowed here, park on a side street.

Trail conditions: Hike follows an obvious old rail bed. Hike to the rocks is off trail and can be challenging. Be careful exploring the rocks.

Highlights: Impressive cliffs, boulders, and rock outcrops. Views. Bedrock balds and meadows. Ice flows in winter.

Issues: Route is not blazed and this hike is in an urban setting next to I-81. ATVs use the rail bed.

Description: It’s surprising how much beauty exists in and around Scranton, and these rocks are just another example of that. This hike is on the ever-expanding Pinchot State Forest, which has now reached into Scranton. This land was acquired in 2023.

I don’t know if the rocks have a name. I heard them described as corridors, I also heard them called trenches.

From the parking lot, cross River Street and around the concrete barriers on the old rail bed. Follow it. Pass a seasonal falls off to your left. Rocks begin to rise, as well as an impressive old retaining wall built with giant stones. There are some views from the rail bed, and wetlands are below to the right. Even in an urban area, there are important habitats.

After about 1.5 miles, leave the rail bed at the yellow dot on the map. You will know you reached the spot when the steep slope eases and old eroded trails ascend to the left. Climb here. The rocks soon come into view. Have fun exploring them. These rocks have springs trickling over them, making this a great place to see ice flows in winter. Work your way south exploring the mazes and passageways. Reach the Corridors, a series of giant outcrops with maze like passes. It’s an impressive place. Be careful. After the Corridors, the rocks decrease in size, but are still impressive. This would be an incredible place for rock climbing and bouldering.

We scrambled to the top where there are some views, pitch pine, bedrock balds and greenbrier. I was told there are many snakes here in the summer.

After exploring the rocks, return to the rail bed and hike out.

Want more scenery? Nearby is the impressive Montage Glen. After hiking, visit one of Scranton’s restaurants or breweries (or buy something from the Salvation Army).

This is the yellow dot on the map. Turn left and climb up the slope on an eroded trail to the rocks. Exploring the rocks is off trail.
Red is off trail. Black dots are the rocks. This is not a gps track, accuracy is not guaranteed, and is for general directional purposes.