Just prior to starting our overnight trek of the Hickory Creek Trail, we stopped just down the road to stroll through Hearts Content. In the pouring rain, Dad, Jacob and I donned raincoats and took a leisurely midday walk through one of Pennsylvania's true old-growth forests. The trail is by far the easiest one in the book. It is short, level, wide enough for wheelchair access, and clearly marked. Not so much a hike as a short walk, no need for any special equipment. 
I give this little trip an 8/10. This would be a great hike for kids, and for teaching about the unique ecosystem of the old-growth forest. Having gotten thoroughly soaked by the constant rain, we drove just down the road to our main objective, the Hickory Creek Trail.
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