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Summary: From the gate follow the road up to the Appalachian Trail, follow the white blazes through the switch backs then climb to the summit of Pulpit Rock then continue on the trail for about 2 miles then follow the blue blazed trail to the summit. The trail will loop around back to the parking area. Trailhead: From Hamburg take Old Rt 22 to Reservor Road and park at the gate for the Reservoir (Lat:40.5832 Lon:-75.94171) Trail Guides for The Pinnacle: Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Ranger Contact: none Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Paul Saneholtz, who has posted 33 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Page 1 of 7 Submit your own review 
Reviewed by tim on 9/17/2008 i hiked it alone. 3 hours including 1/2 hour at the pinnacle. i am 52 years old. i had no trouble except on the way up through pulpit rock. excellent.............
Reviewed by GLF&ST on 8/26/2008 We hiked to the Pinnacle from Blue Rocks Campground yesterday & were disappointed because there was no signage to indicate exactly where it was. We followed the white trail to Pulpit Rock. It was AMAZING, the view spectacular! Had trouble finding the blue route down, think we needed a better map.
Reviewed by Frito on 8/21/2008 Great hike, but I have a question: I remember parking at or near the Kempton Rod and Gun Club off Pine Creek Road. Walked along the ponds on the property and then up an emergency access field trail for a short period then into the woods. Are any of you familiar with the trailhead, is it clearly visible these days? Does the Rod and Gun club consider this trespassing? Thanks for any reply you may have. Kevin.
Reviewed by Jim on 8/18/2008 Great hike, but it was our first time and we didn't realize there are two ways to proceed to the Pinnacle, which has a better view than the Pulpit. One trail to the Pinnacle was definitely easier than the other. If at the outset of the hike you travel up the reservoir road (the "blue trail), past the reservoir, past the open clearing the "blue" blaze trail, you intersect the "white" blaze trail near the top, which takes you to the Pinnacle. This is an easier hike, with a wider trail (used for 4 wheel vehicles) and with few rocks. The other trail, which is the white trail, heads to the Pulpit first and then beyond to the Pinnacle. This is a more difficult hike, with many boulder formations and rocks to climb over for probably 2 mile 
Reviewed by APS on 8/3/2008 WARNING: Aparently it is illegal to camp overnite, along with having a fire. I had camped there close to 15 times and had never encountered any problems, until yesterday when a local game warden came into our camp, took all our information, and gave is EACH $250 fines. There are no signs showing any warnings, as tresspassing signs do not have to be posted for you to be fined. 
Reviewed by Sam on 5/28/2008 This hike is amazing. Many rocks to climb once you reach the top, and the view is unbeatable. I sat at the top longer than it took to hike there. Be sure to add a rock to the pile at the Pinnacle!
Reviewed by Emily on 4/28/2008 One of the best experiences ever. While most of the trees on the trails are marked, there are no real signs indicating when you reach the Pinnacle. You'll know you reach it when you see a huge pile of rocks - be sure to add one to the pile, indicating yet another hiker who made the trip. The trails get confusing on the hike downhill. If you continue following the white trail you will end up at Hawk Mountain, which landed us a good 10 miles from where we parked. I would go again, but with a better map.
Reviewed by Goggs on 3/9/2008 It was our younger brother Matt's favorite hiking place to go. I know why (it's beatiful up there and you feel at peace). I will be hiking that trail continously with myself or with my oldest brother Steve. It's the closet we can be with him since the great loss of our little brother. Think of Matt when the sun shines bright, blinding, captivating, and picturesque. We will miss you Matty and we love you! November 10th 1974 - December 8th 2005 Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Pennsylvania Hiking, Pennsylvania Trails, Pennsylvania Hikes, Berks County Hiking, Berks County Trails, Berks County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||