We went to Bushkill Falls in PA this weekend. They call it the Niagra of PA. Having seen Niagra Falls it's not close in comparison. Having said that it was still worth the trip! They have a number of trails that you can walk and most are on wood with rails similar to a deck. They do have some very steep stairs though.
We decided to take the longest trail first while we still had our energy. We got to the end of the wood walkway and there was a warning that the remainder of the trail was for hikers only. We said what the heck, we have lost weight, how hard can it be! Famous last words. For the most part it was a gentle up hill walk over boulders and tree roots next to the stream that helped to create the falls, but then it got serious. There was a section of the hill that was very steep, we made it with a few stops.We had our beagle with us and he had a ball. The hill didn't even phase him. After that hill, it got a little flat again and then came the stairs! It was almost like climbing a ladder in spots! Again we made it with numerous rest stops. We made it all the way around and enjoyed the views and scenery. We even continued on some of the other trails. Doggy loved walking by the stream and went wading every chance he got.
We hiked around for 3 hours. The amazing part is 2 months ago before we started our diets we would never have made it. It's amazing what losing 20 pounds can do for you.
On the way home, doggy slept like a rock. We never heard one peep from him. He came home, ate and slept the rest of the night.
5 comments:
I've been to Bushkill Falls. It's gorgeous up there. I am like you though. I would not compare it to Niagra Falls. I was there with my youngest daughter's girl scout troop.
What part of PA is this? It looks beautiful. I lived in Gettysburg for a number of years, but it did not seem as lush.
Life With Dogs: Bushkill Falls is in Northeastern Pennsylvania in the Pocono Mountains. We will go back again. We liked it there.
Love that kind of thing! I'm going to be out doing some similar venturing this weekend. No falls around here, but some gorgeous hiking paths int he wilderness! Can't wait!!
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