Walk in Penn’s Woods

Join us for a family-friendly

Walk in Penn’s Woods:

Sunday, October 1

11 am - 3 pm

Bring the kids and have fun with a nature scavenger hunt along The Summit Loop Trail. Look for shiny rocks, interesting insects, branches longer than your arms, and more. The Summit Loop is one mile long, making it ideal for families with young children. Take a rest on one of the many benches and chairs along the path, and keep your eyes open as you explore the forest.

More Information

  • Parking is available at the trail entrance on SR 42 just outside of Laporte (0.65 miles from the courthouse going towards Eagles Mere). Parking is limited, so we recommend carpooling if possible.

  • Come anytime between 11 am and 3 pm. Pick up a scavenger hunt list and clipboard, and set off on your exploration!

  • The trail is of moderate ability and not suited for strollers.

  • Water and lemonade will be available.

  • Leashed dogs are welcome - please use the provided doggie bags.

  • Learn more about the trail here.

  • Questions? Email us.

What is “Walk in Penn’s Woods”?

The Pennsylvania Forestry Association has been organizing the annual Walk in Penn’s Woods since 2017. Walk in Penn’s Woods, a statewide coordinated event on the first Sunday in October, encourages people across Pennsylvania to learn how their local woods work, see forests in new ways, and appreciate and love the forests so that we can all care well for them.

Forests are always working for us, providing recreation, wildlife habitat, beauty, improved water quality, clean air, wood products, carbon storage, and more.

To learn more about this event, visit the PA Forestry Association website.