Loyalsock Trail Permit: Route
Loyalsock Trail permits are walk-up only in Loyalsock State Forest (PA). The route covers 59 miles.
This guide covers the Loyalsock Trail permit.
Free
Permit Cost
typically 5-7 days
Duration
59 miles
Distance
About Loyalsock Trail
The Loyalsock Trail is a roughly 59-mile trail through Loyalsock State Forest in north-central Pennsylvania, known for its vistas and waterfalls. It is free and walk-up with no permit; this page gives sourced trip info.
The Loyalsock Trail
- Distance
- 59 miles
- Route type
- point-to-point
- High point
- 2,140 ft
- Low point
- 665 ft
- Trip length
- typically 5-7 days
Loyalsock Creek watershed, Lycoming and Sullivan counties. Nearest town: Montoursville, PA (near south terminus); Ringdale/Laporte, PA (near north terminus)
Points along the route
- PA Route 87 trailhead (south terminus)Mile 0, 661 ft
- US Route 220 trailhead at Ringdale (north terminus)
- Smiths KnobMile 6.4, 1,918 ft
- Historic pre-industrial-era buildings (near mile 20)Mile 20
- Angel FallsMile 23, 1,416 ft
- Mary's ViewMile 27.7, 1,698 ft
- High KnobMile 29.8, 2,027 ft
- Lee's FallsMile 33.4, 1,370 ft
- Lower Alpine ViewMile 35.4, 1,431 ft
- Cold Run Road FallsMile 42.6, 1,782 ft
- High Rock FallsMile 45.7, 1,220 ft
- Loyalsock Canyon VistaMile 46
- Alpine FallsMile 50, 1,549 ft
- Sones PondMile 53.2, 1,805 ft
- The HaystacksMile 57, 1,357 ft
Loyalsock Trail permit detailsandAll Loyalsock State Forest (PA) permits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a permit for Loyalsock Trail?
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Yes, a permit is required. Walk-up permits are available at the trailhead or visitor center, but arrive early as they may be limited.
How long is the Loyalsock Trail route?
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The route is 59 miles, as a point-to-point. Plan on typically 5-7 days.
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