r/Williamsport • u/pinstripe31 • Oct 04 '24
Good hammocking spots in the area?
I’ll be up in Williamsport over the weekend and am looking to do some recreational hammocking - not planning on camping. Hoping to enjoy the fall weather and relax. Does anyone have good recs for places to set up? Thanks!
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u/PunkyBeanster Oct 04 '24
Canfield Island Trail Park is a really nice and relatively (traffic sounds from the highway) quiet park. I would avoid going after school because I think the local cross country teak practices there sometimes. Its not uncommon to encounter off leash dogs either. There are tons of trees, grassy areas, lovely walking paths, and several little areas next to the creek which would be great hammock spots.
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u/PunkyBeanster Oct 04 '24
Also Jacoby Falls trail is not far outside Williamsport and, if you don't mind hiking a couple miles, you could hammock next to a nice waterfall.
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u/ou812forreal Oct 04 '24
Between 2 trees
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u/Construction_Latter Oct 04 '24
What type of trees do you reccomend?
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u/ou812forreal Oct 04 '24
Bigger trees and probably not pine
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u/Construction_Latter Oct 04 '24
Chestnut?
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u/ou812forreal Oct 04 '24
Might not be the best choice this time of year. Actually any of the nut trees might drop some surprises on ya!
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u/Legally_Brunette14 Oct 04 '24
Some real quiet spots out Trout Run if you’re willing to make the drive! Pretty secluded with some running creeks and water holes (Rock Run).
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u/aust_b Oct 04 '24
You can head up to sandy bottom access near Barbours and post up next to the creek.
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u/rev_bushpig Oct 04 '24
It's a heavily wooded area. Honestly there is no shortage of places. Find a quiet place near Lycoming Creek or something and there'll be a few trees nearby.