The Most Scenic Trail in PA! - Falls Trail Ricketts Glen

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  • Опубликовано: 23 дек 2024

Комментарии • 57

  • @don55s
    @don55s 2 года назад +4

    Pennsylvania is the best! Another great video. ROCK ON IN ROCKSYLVANIA!!!

    • @WALTERZOLNA
      @WALTERZOLNA  2 года назад

      Pennsylvania doesn't get any better than the Falls Trail!

  • @donraup4346
    @donraup4346 3 года назад +9

    Thanks for sharing this beautiful footage. I was raised about an hour and a half from Rickett's Glen unfortunately I now live in England, but it is great to see your video. I forget how peaceful the Pennsylvania forests can be. Wish I was there as well.

    • @WALTERZOLNA
      @WALTERZOLNA  3 года назад +3

      Glad the video helped bring back some fond memories. Pennsylvania may not have the biggest mountains or staggering scenery, but the forests are truly beautiful. Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment!

  • @kevind5396
    @kevind5396 5 месяцев назад

    One of my sons and I just did this hike on a recent camping trip at Ricketts Glen. We hit the trail at 6:30 and by time we got back the parking lot was full. He’d been asking to do this trail for a while. I truly appreciate getting to relive and scout out new trails through your videos. I’m really enjoying your PA wilds series, I don’t want it to end. Thanks for all your hard work.

    • @WALTERZOLNA
      @WALTERZOLNA  5 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks buddy, yes the Falls Trail is a classic. It's popular but getting out early is the key. I'm glad the videos are serving a purpose and have value, happy hiking my friend...

  • @gaylenealis7268
    @gaylenealis7268 3 года назад +4

    This was one of my favorite places to go when I lived in PA.

    • @WALTERZOLNA
      @WALTERZOLNA  3 года назад +1

      Hands down, Ricketts is one of the nicest areas in Pennsylvania and beyond.

    • @gaylenealis7268
      @gaylenealis7268 3 года назад

      I have a favorite picture that I took one time when I was there I posted it on google map for Rickets Glen. It’s not a waterfall picture but of one of the lakes in early morning and it was foggy there is a couple of picnic tables and fire ring with a reflection in the water! It’s hanging in my room. Reminds me of good times in Pennsylvania!

    • @WALTERZOLNA
      @WALTERZOLNA  3 года назад

      @@gaylenealis7268 That sounds beautiful, I have many fond memories of camping and visiting there myself, including a time where me and my brother camped in a tent through the remnants of Hurricane Katrina in 2005!

  • @Trash1ey
    @Trash1ey Год назад +1

    Thanks for refreshing my memory, it's been so long since I've been... It is truly magnificent.

  • @kennethlopez6527
    @kennethlopez6527 Год назад +2

    I'm hiking there with a friend Friday. Always look forward to my adventures at Rickets. Its the state park I grew up going to. I'm from Wilkes-barre so its my backyard literally. The park is absolutely breathtaking inthe fall when the leaves change over. For those who have never visited Rickets, it's a must

  • @swxxt_
    @swxxt_ Год назад +1

    Incredible, so peaceful.

  • @maryshields1935
    @maryshields1935 2 года назад +2

    So beautiful, on my bucket list for the near future.

    • @WALTERZOLNA
      @WALTERZOLNA  2 года назад

      Yes, by all means, if you have the chance to visit Ricketts Glen, do so!

  • @gurungdaju
    @gurungdaju 4 года назад +4

    I hiked this trail many times. My most favorite trail in PA.

    • @WALTERZOLNA
      @WALTERZOLNA  4 года назад

      I have to agree. Its a true treasure! Thankyou for commenting, and be safe in your travels my friend.

  • @kateclark7250
    @kateclark7250 3 года назад +3

    I have been to Rickets Glen many times. Your filming was awesome. You made me feel like I was there with you. I like the Proverb too. Thanks for this, Gator.

    • @WALTERZOLNA
      @WALTERZOLNA  3 года назад

      Glad you enjoyed this film! The weather and timing of this one was literally perfect!

  • @plaint-shirtguy9579
    @plaint-shirtguy9579 4 года назад +5

    This is my favorite hiking spot in PA, absolutely amazing, especially Ganoga Falls!

    • @WALTERZOLNA
      @WALTERZOLNA  4 года назад

      Yes I can't argue with you on that one! If anything it's too popular. Many years ago you could drive up on a lark and grab a campsite. Now they are practically booked full the entire year. Thanks for watching, cya on the trail!

  • @kennethlopez6527
    @kennethlopez6527 Год назад +1

    Word of advice---if you're going to hike Rickets, it's best to visit early in the week Monday or Tuesday. On beautiful spring or fall days, it's gets real crowded with out of state traffic. I enjoy going there early in the week during the mornings. I only live 20 miles from it

    • @WALTERZOLNA
      @WALTERZOLNA  Год назад

      It's the kind of place that leaves an impact on people that is for sure, thanks for the tips and advice Kenneth!

  • @matthewdiehl1647
    @matthewdiehl1647 3 года назад +3

    I used to go there so much I would time myself, from 118, up to waters meet, to the top, across highland trail, and back down the opposite side to waters meet, and back to 118. Best time ever was 50 minutes. I'm an old fat bald guy now, that was way back in the 90s.

    • @WALTERZOLNA
      @WALTERZOLNA  3 года назад

      That must have been an amazing workout!

  • @WALTERZOLNA
    @WALTERZOLNA  4 года назад +5

    It's a special place. If you take a drink everytime I say beautiful, you will be hammered by the end of this video!

    • @ireneswarthout1588
      @ireneswarthout1588 3 года назад

      Hell ya sounds like a fun game i call 1800 for shots. Lol

    • @kateclark7250
      @kateclark7250 3 года назад

      I would imagine so. But I stuck to iced tea.

  • @driesbach
    @driesbach 4 года назад +1

    Looks amazing, wish I was there!

  • @jcam783
    @jcam783 Год назад

    Is there Black Bear up that way ? Just curious . Beautiful Hike ! Would love to go shoot some photos and videos there .

    • @WALTERZOLNA
      @WALTERZOLNA  Год назад

      There are bears in that region for sure, but the Falls trail is very popular and I would expect that they tend to avoid that area. If you like to shoot waterfalls, well, this is the place!

  • @glendaorong9009
    @glendaorong9009 4 года назад

    You have an amazing videos! I love how you do it ! New subscriber here. We were there last Monday although it was somewhat dry at this time but I like Ricketts Glen !

    • @WALTERZOLNA
      @WALTERZOLNA  4 года назад

      Thank you so much. I appreciate that so much!

  • @jamescooker9942
    @jamescooker9942 3 года назад

    What a great video.

    • @WALTERZOLNA
      @WALTERZOLNA  3 года назад

      Thank you James. Ricketts Glen truly is a very special place...

  • @JerriBerriW
    @JerriBerriW 4 года назад +1

    amazing hike!

    • @WALTERZOLNA
      @WALTERZOLNA  4 года назад +1

      It was a great day, thanks for commenting!

    • @JerriBerriW
      @JerriBerriW 4 года назад

      @@WALTERZOLNA I just posted a vlog on our visit this past weekend, check it out! ruclips.net/video/ZFuotPbIRCw/видео.html

  • @billritchie6255
    @billritchie6255 2 года назад

    Do you have stills available for an artist to paint from? Are you on FB where you have pictures of your trips? Thank you for all these amazing videos and God Bless.

    • @WALTERZOLNA
      @WALTERZOLNA  2 года назад +1

      Thankyou Bill Ritchie,I am very flattered and humbled by your interest in my videos. I do take some photos with my phone but nothing fancy or professional. I'm really just a guy with a GoPro who loves to be outside and share with others what I see, and how I see it. Unfortunately I'm not on Facebook. Blessings to you as well my friend, and thankyou so much for watching and supporting the channel.

  • @ianrumnock6837
    @ianrumnock6837 3 года назад +1

    We were just here first time in 25 years I think kids crushed it

  • @susannell544
    @susannell544 3 года назад

    Most favorite Trail tallest falls in Pa. 93 FT TALL!

    • @ianrumnock6837
      @ianrumnock6837 3 года назад

      I thought Raymonskill was the tallest in PA’ no contest on beauty though’ this place is amazing

  • @t.ownilla6617
    @t.ownilla6617 3 года назад +3

    1000+ views homie

    • @WALTERZOLNA
      @WALTERZOLNA  3 года назад +1

      For whatever reason, the algorithm decided to promote this video, it certainly is one of my better ones...

    • @ianrumnock6837
      @ianrumnock6837 3 года назад

      Just a popular searched place

    • @ianrumnock6837
      @ianrumnock6837 3 года назад

      Trolling tommy O😤😤😤😤😤😤😤😤😤😤

    • @t.ownilla6617
      @t.ownilla6617 3 года назад

      @@ianrumnock6837 go to bed you freak

  • @randallgoeswhere
    @randallgoeswhere Год назад +1

    Just did this trail. Its brutal. Idk how you guys act like some of these trails are walks in the park. I couldnt walk the day after doing this thing. Its basically miles on a stair climber.

    • @WALTERZOLNA
      @WALTERZOLNA  Год назад

      Every person has a different level of ability, experience, and fitness level. This is certainly a challenging hike. I would always encourage anyone to do there proper research before trying a trail they are unfamiliar with. Brutal... maybe... Beautiful... certainly... There is so much range in the spectrum of humanity...

  • @susannell544
    @susannell544 3 года назад +1

    Supposedly 24 falls

    • @WALTERZOLNA
      @WALTERZOLNA  3 года назад +1

      Yes that is the official number of named falls. There is actually many many more smaller ones!

  • @pauld9561
    @pauld9561 2 года назад

    Way too many people on this trail. Steer clear.

    • @WALTERZOLNA
      @WALTERZOLNA  2 года назад +1

      Unfortunately, the trail is a victim of its own popularity. The increase in foot traffic since the start of the pandemic is well documented and easily observable. It's a tough balancing act between allowing the public to access these beautiful places without damaging the fragile ecosystem with no easy answers. The Pennsylvania state constitution very clearly states these public lands are to be preserved and used by the public in perpetuity, yet we all recognize there is a severe overcrowding issue and the various nuisance issues that come along with that - namely trash, vandalism, ruin of the esthetic, and environmental degradation. I thank you for your comment as I have given great thought and consideration to this issue.