Climbing the rocks on the AT at the Lehigh Gap

[@lynfl9814]

You are in my neck of the woods. I have been through this area many times. My husband and I ate at the Bowmanstown Diner and came through here often. We never even knew there was a trail up this steep mountain. Awesome views! Great hike; I'm glad you took us along. That first plant you saw with the pink/purple flower is called a Bleeding Heart. It is perennial. It is great sitting here in Florida and having you take me down memory and showing me new things. Keep up the good work!

[@shirleyandreas4450]

My Aunt Kay and I ate at the same diner.

[@beverlybelcher3423]

My ancestor, who brought my family name over, is supposed to be buried at Lehigh Furnace.... a Christian Laufenor ( Loughner) from Germany. Came over in 1752 on the Phoenix.

[@kateclark7250]

You are an amazing rock climber Cliff. Thanks for the adventure.

[@beverlybelcher3423]

This video gave me such a connection with this ancestor. Thank you for this video.

[@577buttfan]

Wow,good thing for the loop I don't think Id be able to go back down the same way lol. Sweet one man!!!

[@dmiller8425]

All who plan on hiking the AT should see this video! Thanks again for taking us along with you :)

[@thewanderingwoodsman7227]

Thanks

[@melstew7140]

Loved the video will try it on Sunday. Nice job

[@kenwbrenner]

Hi. Enjoyed this video - thanks. I'm hiking the AT through PA next year in two hikes, and have heard about this climb. Doesn't sound too long, just steep... God Bless

[@bahamajim1998]

Did wind gap to little gap last weekend . One night . Was gonna do 2 but was paranoid about car being in that parking lot 2 nights lol so I'm doing that hill then to little gap. Real nice video !!

[@MrHerks]

Always my biggest fear leaving my car on some random lot over night lol

[@joseleswopes1400]

I think those flowers were Bleeding Hearts 🥰

[@exasperatus2002]

There are wild blueberries as well if you're there at the right time of year.

[@ChiefCowpie]

Area is rich in zinc for those of you prone to colds.

[@velcromittens2574]

I have a picture of the railroad bridge from 78 I think but it won't let me post it.

[@gerrecksrationreviews2484]

The bug on the rock is a Box Elder Bug

[@smittysmitty481]

Cool video!

[@potsandpans960]

that looks like a great hike.

[@thewanderingwoodsman7227]

It was

[@flanjivfur1]

Time marker 8:18 - 8:23 or so are Bleeding Hearts. I love your videos, keep on walking :)

[@thewanderingwoodsman7227]

Thanks

[@ChiefCowpie]

Scientific name is Dicentura. It’s native to North America and so not an invasive species. There is in this area quite a bit of butterfly bushes or proper scientific name, buddleja which is an invasive species.

[@GSXBOY99]

The flowers are bleeding hearts bud.

[@carolynkid216]

I have not done this section of the AT. I was always concerned about that climb. Getting an idea of how it looks makes it a bit less intimidating. Plus, I did not know there was an alternate hike back down, so you don't have to down climb through those rocks. I would not want to do that. Also...how many miles for the loop...and did you see any snakes? Thanks so much.

[@kither04]

Oh this video does not show in in places it is almost a vertical rock climb at the top. You literally have to climb rocks and they are smoother so can be a bit slippery.

[@carolynkid216]

@@kither04 Thanks so much! Good to know.

[@danmathers141]

6:00; You could go up that other hill some time and look back to where you are today.

[@steel5886]

I wanted to ask your advice for suggestions if it's ok. Every year we go as a family to Pittsburgh for Steelers games ,and wondering if you can suggest any family hiking spots local to the city. It would be appreciated. Thanks.

[@thewanderingwoodsman7227]

I haven't made it out to the Pittsburgh area yet, so I couldn't really give any first hand suggestions

[@steel5886]

We usually stay the entire weekend so an 1 hr drive from the city we could make if you have any suggestions expanding the area.I should have explained better. Thanks regardless

[@thewanderingwoodsman7227]

I've read some good things about Ohiopyle state park and the surrounding area, Ferncliff peninsula natural area and Bear Run nature preserve. It's southeast of Pittsburg, it may be a bit outside the 1 hour time range though, but can't say for sure.

[@steel5886]

Really appreciate your help.Thank You

[@logan-4398]

joseph maher dunno if you’ll see this but the slippery rock gorge trail is your best bet for a fun, slightly difficult, trail - it’s in McConnell’s mill state park - cheers

[@kristiendiaz4875]

how to you get to that parking lot i can only get to the small parking lot on the otherside

[@thewanderingwoodsman7227]

Heading north on route 248, pass Timberline road on the right, take the second dirt road on the right past Timberline road (the first one leads to a private home) Here are the GPS coordinates as well 40 46 55.4 75 36 09.9

[@EdKrisiak]

Not a fan of the white trail *LOL* Nice video:)

[@dolegood4264]

Those are fern leaf bleeding hearts.

[@RichardWatsonboltspinner]

All the graffiti , bone heads up there too , figure carting some cans of paint for that, Thanks' for sharing.