Trips
Followed the 8.1 mile loop recommended here:http://www.midatlantichikes.com/id110.htmlAscended to the rocks from a gradual climb starting at the bike path along Fuller Lake; going the opposite way from Laurel Forge Lake (as most people were coming) is a much more challenging climb.Following the descent, a bit much roadside hiking for my tastes but once onto Bucks Ridge trail it was very peaceful. Paused frequently to enjoy it. Parts of the trail just after...
Pole Steeple via Fuller Lake (11-21-10)
Pine Grove Furnace, Pennsylvania, United States
Hiking | 4.9 miles
Hiking | 4.9 miles
Started out at Fuller Lake, passed the Swamp Trail and headed out on the Apppalachian Trail. En route, you will pass the mid-way point on the Appalachian Trail (but, somehow we missed it today). Then follow the blue-blazed trail to Pole Steeple. Great view from Pole Steeple. Then we made our way down the boulders (good choice). Made it down from the boulders ok, but slipped a little on the leaves...didn't completely wipe out. Then...
Went hiking while on a camping trip with the Boy Scouts.
Classic Pole Steeple hike- probably one of the best hikes for kids in the area.
