How to I get to Bake Oven Knob?

Bake Oven Knob is a popular site for viewing migrating birds because the birds soar above Kittatinny Ridge. 

The site is located about 2 miles north of Germansville. From Interstate 78/Route 22, take the Fogelsville exit north, then drive 8.2 miles to the “T” intersection with Route 309. Turn right onto Route 309. About 0.2 miles later, you’ll see Bake Oven Road. Keep going for about 4.5 miles, where Bake Oven Knob becomes a gravel road. You'll see the parking lot toward the crest of the ridge. 

Specific directions are available in Birds of the Lehigh Valley and Vicinity, a must-have guidebook for birders. (Copies are available at The Bird House.) The 180-page book is published by the Lehigh Valley Audubon Society.

At the knob, South Lookout provides an unobstructed view of the Lehigh Valley, according to Birds of the Lehigh Valley and Vicinity. Walk uphill about 0.4 miles from the trailhead. North Lookout, where you’re likely to see the most raptors right now, extends off the South Lookout trail. It begins when you see an outcropping of boulders. Hiking boots are advised. The trails are rocky. There are no restrooms.