Backpacking
Jul 16, 2026
Exploring the Dark Skies Lizard Map
You'll find amazing dark skies all over this map. For daytime adventuring, well - you're gonna need more time. Call in sick, take a few more days off, and plan to return - because you're only going to get a little taste of what's out there, and you will want more. This is a gateway map, it leads you down a path of discovery, it opens your eyes to possibilities, and it forces you to rethink your priorities. This is the Pennsylvania Wilds, and it's very special. We hope the Dark Skies Lizard Map unlocks a few years worth of new adventures in this magical place!
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15 Ways Purple Lizard Maps Make Every Adventure Better
Purple Lizard Maps aren't just tools — they're gateways to adventure. Designed for those who truly value the outdoors, these award-winning maps offer the big picture, incredible detail, and real-world reliability that apps can't match. Explore 15 ways Purple Lizard Maps make outdoor adventures better — from field-verified accuracy and public land detail to elevation insight, local lore, and the unmatched big-picture view. Discover why award-winning Lizard Maps are the trusted choice for outdoor explorers.
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Jun 11, 2026
Sinking into Summer in Loyalsock
Loyalsock is one of our go-to choices when we are looking for somewhere to unwind away from the world. There is something magical about this forest. Perhaps it is the fact that "Worlds End" is literally a place name in this forest, or perhaps it's the fact that in the era of overstimulation with technology and news and. . . well everything, this is one of those increasingly rare, beautiful places where for the most part you won't have cell service.
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Explore Deep Creek - Savage River with Purple Lizard Maps
Looking for somewhere new to explore this season? Check out the Deep Creek Lake - Savage River State Forest Map. As an award-winning outdoor recreation map company, Purple Lizard Maps continues to set the standard in cartography with this exciting new release. Get ready to explore one of Maryland's most stunning outdoor playgrounds with a map designed to inspire your next adventure!
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Winter Wonderland: Dolly Sods Wilderness, West Virginia
Lizard seeker Eriks Perkons recently completed an overnight winter backpacking trip in Dollys Sods Wilderness Area, West Virginia. This was his first time exploring this area. Even though winter clouds and an oncoming winter storm blocked the vistas, he still had a great time! Read about his trip below.
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Jan 6, 2024
Gearing Up For A Winter Adventure
Winter is a fantastic time for fun in the outdoors, but small mistakes can add up to big problems for explorers who aren't prepared for winter weather.
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Backpacking the Black Forest Trail in Pine Creek
The Black Forest Trail is a Pennsylvania classic, and considered by many to be the most difficult trail in the State, even though it is relatively short at 44 miles and very accessible, located in Tiadaghton State Forest in the Pine Creek area, also known as the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon.
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Jun 18, 2021
Loyalsock Trail - Finding Trust
I held my breath with each up and down, stopping every so often to let out some tears. The creek was rushing and beautiful this morning. The sun was bright, the sky was clear, and the temperature was perfect. Approaching the finish, I couldn’t hold back the tears anymore. Before the last climb, I took one more glance at the water and smelled the pine that surrounded me. I will always belong out here. The forest took care of me this week, I will forever be thankful.
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