Best Hiking Areas Near New Providence, PA [Ranked by Locals]
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Lancaster, PA has to offer.
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Top Hiking Areas
Near New Providence, PA
Clark Nature Preserve
4.5
(48 Reviews)
Featured review:
"I hiked approximately 5.75 miles round-trip from Clark Nature Preserve trailhead to Tucquan Glen and back. The terrain is rugged at times, with frequent elevation changes and good views of the Susquehanna River and neighboring York County." - Steve B....
Muddy Run, Hiking Trail
4.6
(31 Reviews)
Featured review:
"Five stars!! There is so much to do at Muddy Run; it’s great for the whole family!!! Lots of play areas for kids, fun water fountains for them to play in at summer time. A fun observatory is on site, and also has some great trails! I especially enjoyed the trail that goes around the beautiful lak...
River Road Trail
4.8
(12 Reviews)
Featured review:
"I usually try to locate a 2-5 mile hike when I’m traveling out of town. This one did not disappoint. As other reviews stated it is approx 1.25 mile in and out for a total of 2.5 miles. We crossed the bridge which added a little more to the mileage. The trail’s mainly dirt surface is flat with n...
Boyer Nature Preserve
3.7
(10 Reviews)
Featured review:
"I went to this lightly trafficked nature preserve there were fallen trees near the trailhead but the rest of the trail was in good shape I saw a small herd of white- tail deer run in the opposite direction I was going when they heard the rustling of the leaves a quick hike but it on a steep hillsid...
Calvin G. High Pavilion
4.4
(22 Reviews)
Featured review:
"It was really neat, live reindeer named Twinkle and her baby Star they were the cutest definitely the kids loved them the most, there was also a huge ornament full of Christmas lights where families could take really nice pictures. Ice sculpting was fun to watch," - SenSaSion R....
Ewell Plaza
4.5
(6 Reviews)
Featured review:
"Such a beautiful, inclusive and relaxing public place. There is the new Lancaster Public library, benches, planters, wide walks to skate on, trees and lovely landscaping, covered swings, and tables and chairs. Right now there is a covered piano for the summer. Plus, the centerpiece is the incredibl...
