Dry Hollow: Guided Outings

Dry Hollow: Maps & Destination Info

Need A Ride? Limited space is available on the free shuttle van to the 11 AM outing at Dry Hollow. Reserve A Seat

Home to barrens habitat and unique features including a massive sand  pit, vernal pools, and remnants of iron mining, Dry Hollow is now  managed by Rothrock State Forest for public use after being conserved  through a partnership between ClearWater Conservancy and PA DCNR. While  here, walk or bike along a mix of wide gravel roads and foot paths  through young forest and diverse terrain, throughout the 1,271-acre  property.

Outings will be led by our Centred Outdoors guides with assistance  and information provided by Jim Julian, Ecological Program Specialist  for DCNR’s Bureau of Forestry who works in the Resource Inventory and  Monitoring Section. Jim helped lead the effort to map and inventory the  vernal pools that occur throughout Dry Hollow, and he has worked in  vernal pool ecosystems for over twenty years. On Thursday's outing, we  will also be joined by Suzy Yetter, staff Ecologist for ClearWater  Conservancy. Suzy provides technical expertise in developing and  implementing conservation strategies through ClearWater’s land and water  resources programs and works with landowners, volunteers, local  organizations, and other partners to protect and restore healthy  ecosystems.

After the guided outings near the Dry Hollow camp, you will have the  option to take a short, self-guided walk to the sand pit area near the  main entrance. Our guides and signage will direct you.

Parking Information: Continue past public parking areas,  through the open gate, and to the camp building about .6 mi from the gate.

Difficulty: Moderate (Terrain is easy, but trails are  slightly overgrown in spots. Some parts of trail are narrow or through higher grass.)

Hike Distance (miles): .75 (Outing Trail Map)

What To Expect: Gravel roads and dirt or grass foot paths on flat terrain.

How To Prepare: No cell service in Dry Hollow.  Download any maps or information you need prior to your trip. Sturdy shoes. long pants, and a water bottle are recommended. Sunscreen and insect protection recommended for all outings.

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