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Trail Alerts As changes, modifications, or relocations of the Loyalsock Trail occur, they will be announced on this page. Check back so you know where and when these changes will take place. "New Coloring for LT Trail Blazes"
"Open Fires Banned In the Haystacks Area" The State has imposed a ban on open campfires in the Haystacks Area of the Loyalsock Trail. This has been an ongoing problem for a number of years. Due to a few individuals that party in this area and refuse to take out the trash they bring in, backpackers on the LT can no longer enjoy the pleasures of a campfire. Unfortunately, the actions of a few can ruin it for all. "Bees, Dogs, and Porcupines" While it might be enjoyable to hike with man's best friend, hikers with dogs should be aware of the fact that there are a number of porcupines along the Loyalsock Trail. A mouthful of quills is a painful experience for a dog. During the hot, dry summer months, bees sometimes make their nests along the trail. Dogs that are allowed to run free might disturb these nests. This might be a painful experience for both hikers and dogs especially if they are miles into the trail. "Loyalsock State Forest Public Use Map" This map can be a valuable tool for those planning hikes on the Loyalsock Trail. This map has all the state, local and forestry roads, including the entire Loyalsock Trail. To receive a copy, view online or send to: Loyalsock State
Forest "The RX-8 Link Trail Has Been Changed To RX-6" This 6.98 mile trail was measured and a detailed trail description is included here. "Changes to LT During 2004 And 2005" Various side trail changes were made to the Loyalsock Trail (LT) System during 2004 and 2005. A revised guide with maps was published in 2005. Blue Trail (B-1) was relocated on a nearby woods road which is less steep than the previous road. White Trail (W-2) to Rock Ridge and Red X Trail (RX-4) past the former site of the Long Ridge Fire Tower were eliminated. Blue Trail (B-3) starts at the fire tower site and leads .35 miles to the LT on the Miller Trail. White Trail (W-3) in Hessler Run Hollow is now (W-2). Red X Trail (RX-9) along Alpine Falls was eliminated, and a Blue Trail eads from the LT to a view of the falls. Blazes on a branch of Red X Trail (RX-10), road between Loyalsock Creek and railroad grade, have been removed. Red X Trails (RX-6, 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11) were renumbered (RX-4, 5, 6, 7, and 8). "Briars and Brambles" Over the past 25 years the forests through which the Loyalsock Trail passes have been repeatedly defoliated by gypsy moth and elm spanworm caterpillars. As a result, many trees have died; the sun striking the forest floor has promoted the growth of extensive patches of thorny blackberry canes. Although efforts have been made to keep the trail cleared, they still present a problem. The worst areas are Split Rock, High Knob, and the section between Sones Pond and the Iron Bridge. Keep a
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