Allentown , Pennsylvania
June 1st , 2024
9:40am/10:00am - 4:00pm
Start: Li'l-Le-Hi Trout Nursery, Allentown
Finish: (meeting point): Allentown Canal Park (40°35'56.2"N 75°26'59.8"W)
Distance: 14 miles
Category: nature, scenic, urban
Terrain: paved, gravel, some stairs
Difficulty: Average
Category: nature, scenic, urban
Coordinators: Violet & Sam Chen
Walk:
Hike the Little Lehigh Parkway Path and D&L Trail and explore historical Allentown for stunning views over Lehigh Valley. This scenic route offers a mix of natural beauty and rich history, making it a perfect adventure for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike. You'll enjoy picturesque landscapes, historical landmarks, and a variety of wildlife along the way.
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Li'l-Le-Hi Trout Nursery
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Little Lehigh Creek / Lehigh Parkway Path / covered bridges
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Fountain Park Path
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Albertus L. Meyers Bridge(Allentown 8th St. High Bridge)
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Allentown Passenger Station Historic Site (CNJ & Reading RR)
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Lehigh Valley Railroad Station ruins over Jordan Creek
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Neuweiler Brewery ruins
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old Lehigh & New England RR Station
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D&L Trail Towpath
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Meet 9:40am
Allentown Canal Park (40°35'56.2"N 75°26'59.8"W)
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Transportation/shuttle arrangement:
This is a Point-to-Point walk. We will all meet at the “end point
(Allentown Canal Park, 40°35'56.2"N 75°26'59.8"W)” first.
We'll need volunteer(s) to drive/shuttle others to the “start point (Li'l-Le-Hi Trout Nursery, Allentown)”.
After finishing the walk at the end point, we will need someone to drive the “shuttle drivers” back to the start point to pick up their cars.