Highest point in Dauphin county PA. Climb #29 of 67 trees on 67 mountains in 67 counties.

Dec 27, 2023
Dauphin County
40.595519, -76.617141
Elev 1771’
Today I climbed to the highest points in Dauphin and Lebanon counties. It was a great foggy day to be in the woods. Both locations are close to deposits of anthracite coal. A big thank you to the Koperna family. They own a deep mine and helped me gain access to Dauphin county high point. Both the historic and modern legacy of coal mining are an integral part of Pennsylvania forestry. As I climbed a red oak at the High Point it occurred to me that the only other people on that mountain today were hunters and coal miners. I had just enough time to complete the Lebanon County climb before dark. This marks a milestone for me. My 30th climb. My goal is to climb the highest tree on the highest mountain in all 67 counties in Pennsylvania to raise awareness about various issues related to Pennsylvania forests. I’m not quite halfway but hitting number 30 feels pretty good.

[@buttonvalley]

First view, first comment! Nice climb!

[@taylorgall9516]

Just dont use the zig-zag, so many more safety issues for no benefit. Climb on!