Frozen Waterfall Exploration Hikes
With crampons under your boots and ice axes in hand (all gear provided), join VTS on this magical winter adventure. You will explore the dozens of frozen waterfalls and ice formations throughout the ravines of the majestic Ricketts Glen State Park. We will hike along the Falls Trail and explore the Glens Natural Area, a designated National Natural Landmark, which boasts a series of wild, free-flowing waterfalls, each cascading through rock-strewn cliffs in this ancient hillside. These waterfalls freeze, as do the walls of the cliffs, creating an awe inspiring experience. This trip transports you to a frozen-in-time waterfall wonderland. The guides will set hand-lines at certain sections of the hike as we will be hiking on an ice-packed trail system—it is an incredible experience!
Take a look at these stunning pictures.
Please note that this is not an ice climbing trip. We will not be climbing up vertical ice, but rather hiking a frozen trail system using crampons ice axes and other related gear.
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DETAILS FOR ALL FROZEN WATERFALL EXPLORATION HIKES
Meeting Location: Ricketts Glen State Park
695 State Route 487, Benton, PA 17814
https://goo.gl/maps/evMoPirHv1J2
Directions: Exact meeting location and detailed driving directions will be provided via email.
Check-In Time: 9:45 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Distribute & Fit Gear: 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Trip Length: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hiking Miles: approx. 5 miles
Lunch & Hot Chocolate Break: VTS provides Hot Chocolate, but not Lunch. It is BYO Lunch.
Provided Gear:
- Grivel Crampons
- Grive & C.A.M.P. Ice Axes
- Komperdell Trekker Vario Trekking Poles
- Helmets
- Rope
- MSR Whisperlite Stoves
- Foam Insulation Pad
- First Aid Kit
- Comprehensive List of Required Personal Gear (VTS does not provide personal gear)
- Lodging Options
Frozen Waterfall Exploration Hike $110
Contact VTS for a 49% discount: [email protected] or 215-543-6171