Susquehannock/West Branch Trail Loop (PA)

[jmitchell]

https://endlessmountains.wordpress.com/2023/04/28/backpack-the-susquehannock-west-branch-trail-loop-susquehannock-state-forest/

This was a 25 mile backpacking loop on the Susquehannock Trail System (STS) and the West Branch Trail, a cross connector of the STS. I really enjoyed this loop, it had miles of smooth trail, wildflowers, some views, scenic streams, great camping, a shelter and even a hut for hikers. For me the highlight were the extensive views over meadows, beaver ponds and dams, particularly on the West Branch Trail. There was a lot of birdlife. This loop is a great idea for those looking for somewhere new to backpack.

[jmitchell]

Backpack the Susquehannock/West Branch Trail Loop-Susquehannock State Forest | Endless Mountains Experience (wordpress.com) (https://endlessmountains.wordpress.com/2023/04/28/backpack-the-susquehannock-west-branch-trail-loop-susquehannock-state-forest/)

[somers515]

Thanks for sharing! Nice description and pictures. Hiking on the STS is definitely on my bucket list. Did you mention what map(s) you used?

[jmitchell]

Susquehannock State Forest Maps (pa.gov) (https://www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateForests/FindAForest/Susquehannock/Pages/Maps.aspx)

I used the STS North map.

[somers515]

Awesome - thank you for the link.

[Ear Drum]

Thanks, I'm researching this hike too, and this is helpful. I hiked just a few miles of it yesterday, and will return. Mountain laurels are incredible in mid-June -- they're all over, and far more than we see in CT or MA.