State Parks by State: Your Guide

Explore state parks in every U.S. state. Find top parks, activities, and planning information for your chosen destination.

The dam on Rauchtown Run in Ravensburg State Park

Ravensburg State Park

The dam on Rauchtown Run in ravensburg state park. Photo: Nicholas, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons Despite only being

group of people whitewater rafting at Ralph Stover State Park

Ralph Stover State Park

At just a 20-minute drive from Doylestown, Ralph Stover State Park is a popular destination for those who want to

fall foliage reflecting off of the lake at Raccoon Creek State Park

Raccoon Creek State Park

Situated just a 40 minute drive from Pittsburgh, Raccoon Creek State Park is one of the largest state parks in

Fall Brook passes through Salt Springs State Park

Salt Springs State Park

If you’re looking for a peaceful and beautiful natural escape in Pennsylvania, Salt Springs State Park should be on your

Trees along the lake at Pymatuning State Park in Pennsylvania

Pymatuning State Park

Pymatuning State Park is one of the most popular state parks in Pennsylvania. Nestled in the northwestern corner of the

Prouty Run at Prouty Place State Park

Prouty Place State Park

Prouty Run at Prouty Place State Park. Photo: Clint, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons If you are looking for

View from the overlook on the Castle Vista Trail at Ole Bull State Park

Ole Bull State Park

Situated in the town of Cross Fork, which lies within Potter County, the park is right next to Susquehannock State

Man fishing at a Pennsylvania state park

Neshaminy State Park

Situated just a 30-minute drive from Philadelphia, Neshaminy State Park is a popular destination for those who want a city

Lake Prompton at Prompton State Park

Prompton State Park

Established in 1962, Prompton State Park is one of Pennsylvania’s more undeveloped public recreational spaces. Situated around 30 minutes from

Small waterfall in Promised Land State Park

Promised Land State Park

Despite being just a 30 minute drive from Scranton, Promised Land State Park, is a world away from city life.

aerial photograph of Point State Park

Point State Park

Situated in the heart of Downtown Pittsburgh, Point State Park is a popular public recreation space for city dwellers to

Beach swimming area at Poe Valley State Park

Poe Valley State Park

Surrounded by seemingly never-ending forests, Poe Valley State Park is the perfect Pennsylvania state park to dive into nature. Incorporating

Entrance sign at Poe Paddy State Park

Poe Paddy State Park

Although it is only 23-acres in size, Poe Paddy State Park well and truly punches above its weight in the

Spillway and dam at Penn-Roosevelt State Park

Penn-Roosevelt State Park

There are some pretty remote state parks in Pennsylvania and Penn-Roosevelt State Park is no exception. Situated within the Centre

Civilian Conservation Corps-built picnic shelter at Patterson State Park

Patterson State Park

Civilian Conservation Corps-built picnic shelter at Patterson State Park. Photo: User:Ruhrfisch, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons At just 10-acres

old oil rig at Oil Creek State Park

Oil Creek State Park

Located about an hour and 45 minutes north of Pittsburgh, Oil Creek State Park is a historic destination that is

a black and white photo of an old barn at Norristown Farm Park

Norristown Farm Park

Situated about 30 minutes from Philadelphia, Norristown Farm Park is one of Pennsylvania’s more unique places to visit. Set within

Old silo at Nescopeck State Park

Nescopeck State Park

Established in April 2005, Nescopeck State Park is one of the newer state parks in the Pennsylvania state park system.

entrance sign for Mount Pisgah State Park

Mount Pisgah State Park

Tucked away in northern Pennsylvania, about an hour east of Wellsboro, Mount Pisgah State Park is a must-visit destination for

A photograph of the lake at Moraine State Park

Moraine State Park

Situated just a 40 minute drive from Pittsburgh, Moraine State Park, is a popular day trip destination in western Pennsylvania,

Soccer Fields and PA 642 Bridge in Milton State Park

Milton State Park

Milton State Park is a charming scenic outdoor recreation area situated within Northumberland County in Pennsylvania. Nestled along the banks

Park bench and picnic table at Memorial Lake State Park

Memorial Lake State Park

Memorial Lake State Park is an ideal destination for those seeking a tranquil and scenic outdoor experience. Nestled in the

Lake Wilhelm in Maurice K. Goddard State Park

Maurice K. Goddard State Park

Lake Wilhelm in Maurice K. goddard state park. Photo: The Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia

White Deer Creek at McCalls Dam State Park

McCalls Dam State Park

McCalls Dam State Park is one of the smallest public recreational spaces in the Pennsylvania state park system. Comprising just

Spillway, lake, and bathhouse at Lyman Run State Park

Lyman Run State Park

Located in a remote part of the Pennsylvania Wilds, north of Susquehannock State Forest, Lyman run state park provides a

Picnic area, playground and lake in winter at Little Pine State Park

Little Pine State Park

Little Pine State Park is a beautiful natural destination located in Lycoming County, about 45 minutes from Williamsport. Known for

Lake and hills with turning leaves in Little Buffalo State Park

Little Buffalo State Park

Whether you’re looking for a relaxing day of fishing, a scenic hike, or a fun-filled day of swimming with the

Linn Run State Park Family Cabin District

Linn Run State Park

With its tranquil atmosphere and pristine beauty, Linn Run State Park provides visitors with the perfect escape into nature. Burrowed

view of the river running through the grand canyon of Pennsylvania at Leonard Harrison State Park

Leonard Harrison State Park

Nestled within the heart of Pennsylvania’s Grand Canyon, aka Pine Creek Gorge, Leonard Harrison State Park is a popular destination

waterfall at Ohiopyle State Park

Ohiopyle State Park

Serving as the gateway to the spectacular Laurel Highlands, Ohiopyle State Park is one of Pennsylvania’s most alluring outdoor destinations.

creek running through Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

A picturesque river valley, sometimes referred to as ‘Mini Yosemite’ lies along California’s Central Coast only 32 miles south of

Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park from the top of a hill

Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park

Majestic redwoods, spectacular mountain views, and the historic San Lorenzo River lie within Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, a public

Bidwell–Sacramento River State Park entrance sign

Bidwell-Sacramento River State Park

Nestled along the banks of the Sacramento River lies Bidwell–Sacramento River State Park, a public recreational area located in Chico,

The capitol building at Benicia Capitol State Historic Park

Benicia Capitol State Historic Park

Benicia Capitol State Historic Park, located in Benicia, California, is home to the state’s 3rd capitol building. Here guests may

the waterwheel at Bale Grist Mill State Historic Park

Bale Grist Mill State Historic Park

Bale Grist Mill State Historic Park lies nestled within the majestic woodlands of Napa County. This serene California state park,

state park welcome sign at Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

Surrounded by majestic peaks, ridges, and canyons, scenic Anza-Borrego Desert State Park stretches across 600,000 acres from Riverside County to

aerial photograph of Ano Nuevo State Park

Ano Nuevo State Park

Scenic Año Nuevo State Park, known for its low, rocky, windswept point that extends out into the Pacific Ocean, is

a view of Angel Island State park from a distance

Angel Island State Park

Picturesque Angel Island State Park is located about 6 miles north of San Francisco and is only accessible by ferry

Dorn Bay, Clear Lake, CA as viewed from Clear Lake State Park

Clear Lake State Park (California)

Beautiful Clear Lake State Park exists amongst the oak covered hills surrounding California’s largest freshwater lake just 60 miles north

a person walking through a walkway under a tree at Calaveras Big Trees State Park

Calaveras Big Trees State Park

The world’s largest trees lie within Sierra Nevada mountains just 4 miles northeast of Arnold and 76 miles northeast of

Wolf Rock Loop trail at Laurel Summit State Park

Laurel Summit State Park

Wolf Rock Loop trail at Laurel Summit State Park. Photo: David Fulmer, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons Situated just

One tree grows from the rotting stump of another at Laurel Ridge State Park

Laurel Ridge State Park

One tree grows from the rotting stump of another at Laurel Ridge State Park. Photo: Chris Collins from Pittsburgh, PA,

The ski area entrance at Laurel Mountain State Park

Laurel Mountain State Park

Nestled within the scenic Laurel Highlands region of southwestern Pennsylvania, Laurel Mountain State Park is a popular destination for skiing.

Tree stump and wooden fence in front of a wooded tree line with a green field of grass in Lauren Hill State Park in Pennsylvania

Laurel Hill State Park

Laurel Hill State Park is one of several fabulous Pennsylvania state parks located in the Laurel Highlands. Spanning over 4,000

The lake at Lackawanna State Park during Autumn

Lackawanna State Park

Located just 20 minutes from Scranton, Lackawanna State Park, is a fabulous public recreational space which many people don’t know

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