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Hiking in Pennsylvania Dutch Country: find your next outing

One outing. Just the right one.

Compare the 10 hiking trails in Pennsylvania Dutch Country by duration, level and access.

By François Dumaine · updated January 30, 2026

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Hiking in Pennsylvania Dutch Country

Our favourites in Pennsylvania Dutch Country

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Hiking trails in Pennsylvania Dutch Country

10 trails: our 3 favourites above, then 6 more

Before you go

Access & booking

Fees and access conditions are on each trail page.

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Season & conditions

Trails can close or change with the season: thaw, snow, maintenance. Each trail page links to the site manager, who publishes closures.

Our practical tips

With your dog

Allowed on 2 of our 10 trails, to be confirmed for 8 more.

Our practical tips

Counts based on our 10 trails in Pennsylvania Dutch Country; details and sources are on each trail page.

Frequently asked questions

How many hiking trails are there in Pennsylvania Dutch Country?

We list 10: 2 moderate and 8 without a listed level.

Where can I walk with my dog in Pennsylvania Dutch Country?

Dogs are allowed on 2 of our 10 trails, including John P. Saylor Trail and Black Moshannon State Park. For 8 more, the information is not confirmed: check the site's rules.

How do I check conditions before I go?

Each trail page links to the site manager's website (park, municipality, reserve), which publishes closures and rules. During the thaw and after heavy rain, some trails may be closed.

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