Hiking at Hawk Mountain

Kempton, Pennsylvania

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Added by Ava Hoch

At Hawk Mountain there are so many hiking trails for every skill level. The scenery and wildlife of Pennsylvania are breathtaking on the trails and at the lookout points.

Adults: $9Seniors: $7Kids: $5Hawk Mountain is gorgeous and extremely well kept. It is located about 30 to 40 minutes south of Allentown, PA. Trails are open from dawn til dusk. The beginner trails are family friendly but also very rocky. There is a visitor center with snacks, beverages, and bathrooms next to the parking lot. The visitor center also has educational classes and plant sales, etc. Cell Service is not always the best at Hawk Mountain.

I personally hiked from the visitor center to the North Lookout(elevation: 1521 ft)

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