Elephant Trail Hike at Lake Nockamixon State Park

As we explore trails in Nockamixon, Elephant Trail provides a mostly level hike along the lake shore. This is a long skinny loop, almost an out-and-back trail, over mostly grassy woods roads. It’s rated “easiest hiking.” If you don’t want to do the entire hike, you can turn back at several short cross-over trails and return to the parking lot. Depending on recent rainfall, there can be a few muddy spots.

Event Details

• Distance: 4 miles
  
  
• Duration: Approximately 2.5 hours
  
  
• Location: Elephant Trailhead, Lake Nockamixon State Park
  Elephant Rd, Perkasie, PA 18944
  GPS Coordinates: 40.427732, -75.251856
  
  

What to Bring & Wear

• Water and snacks
  
  
• Insect repellent and sunscreen
  
  
• Comfortable shoes that may get wet
  
  
• Pants that can be tucked into socks
  
  
• Layers appropriate for the weather
  
  
• Hiking poles (optional; a limited number will be available to borrow)
  
  

Additional Information

• Leashed dogs are welcome
  
  
• No bathrooms are available at the trailhead; restrooms are located approximately ½ mile away at the Three Mile Run boat launch
  
  
• Please note the gravel parking lot is shared with horse trailers—do not block trailers when parking
  
  

This program is part of the Get Out! For Wellness series and is funded by Jefferson + LVHN Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Directions
From the center of Quakertown, take PA-313 East (East Broad St) for approximately 4.25 miles. Turn left onto Three Mile Run Rd and continue for 1.4 miles. Turn right onto Sterner Mill Rd. After about 700 feet at the T-intersection, turn left onto Elephant Rd. Turn right at the corner and proceed slowly. In approximately 150 feet, turn left into the gravel parking lot.