Higher Ground Hikers-Tott’s Gap

Higher Ground Hikers is hiking from Camp Charles to Tott’s Gap. The path leading to Tott’s Gap cave, was once a wide, almost well-traveled, road that was put in by the Pa Bureau of Forestry to access the fire lookout tower that once stood on Mt. Minsi; and was used for service access to the AT&T microwave tower. Before the state of PA made it a road, it was a foot path used by Lenai Lenape Indian as a trade route connecting both sides of the mountain over Tott’s Gap. The rock drill holes in the cave are not the result of mining. They were test holes put there by the Ingersoll Rand Corp. (Phillipsburg, NJ) to test their drilling equipment back in the day.

Be prepared for a brisk pace, challenging trails, and a good workout. We will have a recovery meeting during or at the end of our hike. Hikes are moderate to hard.

All walks of recovery are welcome. Please bring healthy snacks to fuel your body and water for hydration; wear appropriate attire (sturdy, closed toe shoes and layered clothing is recommended. Orange or bright colored clothing is a plus!). 

Always practice Leave No Trace ethics on your adventures and follow local regulations. Please explore responsibly! 

Call or text our Director of Education & Peer Support, Per Hagen, at (215) 380-3341 if you need more information.