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Pick your perfect York hike with this guide
Maybe if it stops raining?
Pick your perfect York hike with this guide
By the time spring rolls around I'm absolutely itching to be outside in fresh, lukewarm air. To celebrate the season's arrival I did five hikes over the course of a few weeks. I'm new to hiking, so this was an excuse to try something new, fail miserably at times, get a little lost, see parts of the county I had no idea existed and learn about the different kinds of trails we have in southcentral Pennsylvania.Here's a snapshot of each of the hikes. For more detailed accounts, check out ydr.com.
Otter Creek and Urey Overlook on the Mason-Dixon Trail
Trout Run and Shenk's Ferry
Lake Williams
Mill Creek Falls and Lock 12 on the Mason-Dixon Trail
Peter's Mountain on the Appalachian Trail
Hiking Tips from Tim Schmidt, president of the Mason-Dixon Trail system, secretary of the York Hiking Club.
- Bring a map. Paths have twists, forks, and intersections with other trails. It's best to be prepared even for a short hike.
- Bug spray is your friend. Spring is tick season so wear bug spray, tall socks, and stay out of tall grass. Check yourself and your hiking companions (including those with four-legs) after any outing.
- Feed the beast. Bring food and water. During a spring hike you won't sweat as much as in summer, but you still need to hydrate. Granola bars, almonds, or energy bars don't add a lot of weight but will keep you happy.
- Wear proper footwear. Especially in spring, trails can be muddy. Wear something sturdy on your feet and expect that something to get dirty.
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