Pa. closing scenic but dangerous Glen Onoko Falls hiking trail

Steven Adams | Tuesday, April 16, 2019 12:45 p.m.

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One of the most popular trails in Pennsylvania has become too dangerous to hike.

The Pennsylvania Game Commission is closing the main Glen Onoko Falls trail in Jim Thorpe starting May 1, reports the Associated Press.

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#glenonokofalls #dangerzone #hiking

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The rocky, slippery and eroding trail is in State Game Lands 141 which is next to Lehigh Gorge State Park.

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I cannot wait to return this summer and stand under the falls again. ❤ . . . . . #waterfall #glenonokofalls #glenonoko #jimthorpe #waterfalls #summer #adventure #girlswithcoloredhair #hike #bluehair #greenhair #wanderlust #travel

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The waterfalls are a popular recreation destination in all seasons.

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Watchin free solo for the 1st time got me thinkin bout climbin my favorite mountain.. literally had sweaty palms they entire time and must've said wow bout a million times. Those of u not familiar, Alex Honnold scaled the nearly 3,000 foot granite wall el capitan at yosemite w/ out any ropes or safety gear. What an epic achievement and awesome piece of cinematography!! ?

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Glen Onoko has been the scene of dozens of serious accidents over the years, and several deaths, reports the Associated Press.

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Last summer, two people drowned near the waterfall. In 2016, a hiker fell to his death and another was seriously injured, reports WNEP.

Hikers opposed to the closure have started a petition with a goal of collecting 6,000 signatures to keep the trail open.

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One of my top 3 favorite east coast hikes! #glenonokofalls in #jimthorpe

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Had such a fun time completing our first frozen waterfall hike at Glen Onoko. Hoping the temperature gets old enough again so we can go explore Ricketts Glen. Music: https://www.bensound.com/

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