Horse-Shoe Trail
Lebanon County, PA
Point-to-point trail in Lebanon County, PA. Hiking.
- Distance
- 100.9 mi (162.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 11,145 ft (3,397 m)
- Est. Time
- 38 hr 10 min
- High point
- 1,617 ft (493 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Campsite: William Penn State Forest Designated Campsite 6.1 mi (9.9 km) from start
- Shelter 10.6 mi (17.1 km) from start
- Campsite: Dutch Cousin Campground 25 mi (40.3 km) from start
- Peak: Cannon Hill 39.7 mi (63.9 km) from start
- Peak: Eagle Rock 42.5 mi (68.4 km) from start
- Viewpoint 42.7 mi (68.8 km) from start
- Trailhead: Northern Terminus, Conestoga Trail 44.1 mi (71 km) from start
- Shelter 56.4 mi (90.8 km) from start
- Trailhead: Horse-Shoe Trail Western Terminus 100.9 mi (162.3 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Horse-Shoe Trail
How long is Horse-Shoe Trail?
Horse-Shoe Trail is 100.9 mi (162.3 km) long. Most people take about 38 hr 10 min. It climbs 11,145 ft (3,397 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,617 ft (493 m).
How hard is Horse-Shoe Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Horse-Shoe Trail?
Parking at the start. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Horse-Shoe Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Horse-Shoe Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (82% under trees).
What can you do on Horse-Shoe Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Horse-Shoe Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap