Back From Refreshing Trip To Rickett’s Glen

Well, we’re back from our yearly trip to Rickett’s Glen.  If you’re not familiar with Rickett’s Glen, it is a wonderful PA park in the endless mountain region, near Benton, which is around 45 minutes due west of Wilkes-Barre. The park is known for its old, pristine forest and incredible hiking trails.  The most difficult trail is called the “Falls Trail”, and is home to 21 breath-taking waterfalls.

We had a great time despite three thunderstorms, four scraped knees, two concussions, hundreds of fly and mosquito bites, and one canoe tipping.  We managed to fit in two hikes, six campfires, one game of capture the flag, two games of football on the beach, several trips to the lake, one trip to Knoebels Amusement park, two games of manhunt, one try at fishing, and one late night trip to the lake to star gaze.

We’ve made it sort of a tradition to meet three other families there, each with their own cabin.  This was the first year that my whole family hiked the falls trail and made it to all 21 waterfalls.  And I was very proud of all my kids (especially Joshua, age 6 and pictured above with his dad) who didn’t complain one bit during the 3.5 hour adventure. We planned it so that near the end of the hike (around 2.5 hours in), we made it to the Ganoga Falls, a 94′ tall and powerful waterfall.  We were all starting to tire some, but after being blasted with cold air and mist at the bottom of the falls for a minute or two, we were totally refreshed.  What a blessing!

Rickett’s Glen is a beautiful place, and filled with so much to see and do. Everyone had a great time.  But it’s good to be back.