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The Fireline Trail offers an easy hiking experience through varied forest landscapes, perfect for a quick outdoor escape. You will hike 2.1 miles (3.5 km) with a gentle elevation gain of 166 feet (51 metres), which most people complete in about 58 minutes. Along the way, you can enjoy views…
Last updated: April 23, 2026
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The Fireline Trail is located within Hickory Run State Park. Parking is generally available at designated areas within the park. For specific trailhead parking, it's best to consult the park's official map or visitor center upon arrival.
The initial section of the trail, approximately the first half-mile, is relatively flat and easy, making it suitable for beginners and those looking for a less strenuous walk to a scenic overlook. Beyond this point, the trail can become rockier and steeper in sections, offering a more moderate challenge.
Yes, the Fireline Trail is dog-friendly. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you on your hike.
The trail offers different attractions throughout the year. Mid-June to mid-July is ideal for seeing mountain laurel and rhododendron in bloom. Mid-October provides vibrant fall foliage. Summer evenings are popular for viewing sunsets over the Lehigh River from the overlook. It can also be used for cross-country skiing in winter.
No, there are typically no entrance fees or permits required to access the Fireline Trail or Hickory Run State Park, as it is a Pennsylvania State Park.
The terrain varies. The first half-mile is relatively flat, as it was originally an access road. After this, it becomes rockier and steeper in sections, winding through dense forest. You'll encounter diverse landscapes, including forests of beech, gray birch, and pitch pine.
A key highlight is the picturesque overlook of the Lehigh River and Lehigh Gorge State Park, offering sweeping landscape views. This spot is especially popular for sunset viewing during summer months. The trail itself is notable for its history as a firefighting access road.
Hickory Run State Park, where the trail is located, is home to diverse wildlife. You might spot white-tail deer, turkeys, snowshoe hares, ruffed grouse, and owls. Birdwatchers can look for hawks, eagles, prairie warblers, and eastern bluebirds.
Yes, the Fireline Trail offers options to connect with other paths. It can be combined with the 2.1-mile Skyline Trail to form a loop, and the route also passes through sections of the Fireline Trail, Manor House Trail, Sand Spring Trail, Pine Hill Trail, and Lehigh Gorge Trail.
For easily accessible scenic views, focus on the first half-mile of the trail. This section is relatively flat and leads to a stunning overlook of the Lehigh River and Lehigh Gorge State Park, making it a great option for a shorter, rewarding walk.
The Fireline Trail can be hiked as a 2.4-mile out-and-back trail. Alternatively, it can be combined with the 2.1-mile Skyline Trail to form a longer loop, offering a more varied experience.