Pennsylvania State Parks: Keystone State Adventures

Explore the forests, mountains, and historical sites of Pennsylvania’s state parks.

The dam on Rauchtown Run in Ravensburg State Park

Ravensburg State Park

Despite only being 78 acres in size, Ravensburg State Park is one of Pennsylvania’s more spectacular public recreational spaces. Residing […]

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

If you are looking for a place within the Pennsylvania State Park system where you can really get away from

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

At just 10-acres in size, Patterson State Park is one of the smallest state parks in Pennsylvania. Situated in the

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

Tucked away in Pennsylvania’s spectacular Great Lakes Region, Maurice K. Goddard State Park is a beautiful destination for outdoor enthusiasts.

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.

Wolf Rock Loop trail at Laurel Summit State Park

Laurel Summit State Park

Situated just over an hour and 20 minutes from Pittsburgh, Laurel Summit State Park is a popular day trip destination

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

Laurel Ridge State Park

The Laurel Highlands are home to several fabulous Pennsylvania state parks and one of the best of them is Laurel

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

The lake at Kooser State Park during Autumn

Kooser State Park

Tucked away at an altitude of 2,600 feet in the beautiful Laurel Highlands region of Pennsylvania, about an hour from

The Kinzua Bridge, a former railway bridge of the Erie Railroad in McKean County, Pennsylvania, USA, which collapsed in 2003 due to a tornado

Kinzua Bridge State Park

Located in the picturesque Allegheny National Forest region of Pennsylvania, Kinzua Bridge State Park accommodates one of the most unique

Keystone Lake in Keystone State Park in West Moreland County in the Laurel Highlands of Pennsylvania in the fall right before sunset with the fall foliage and trees reflecting in the water

Keystone State Park

Whether you’re looking for a day trip from Pittsburgh or a longer stay for a nature getaway, Keystone State Park

Northeast-facing vista, Clinton County, within Kettle Creek State Park

Kettle Creek State Park

Nestled in the picturesque heart of the Pennsylvania Wilds, Kettle Creek State Park is a serene spot for those who

View of the West Branch Susquehanna River valley, with Pennsylvania State Route 120 (the Bucktail Trail) crossing it, looking west-northwest from Hyner View State Park

Hyner View State Park

Not to be confused with Hyner Run State Park which shares the same address, Hyner View State Park is a

Namesake stream, Hyner Run State Park, Clinton County, Pennsylvania

Hyner Run State Park

Nestled in the breathtaking landscape of the Appalachian Mountains, just 30 minutes from Lock Haven, Hyner Run State Park in

Fishing pier at Hills Creek State Park

Hills Creek State Park

Nestled in the lush hills of Pennsylvania, Hills Creek State Park is a nature lover’s paradise. This picturesque state park

A marsh at Hillman State Park

Hillman State Park

For those who like to escape to nature, Hillman State Park is a terrific place to visit. Renowned for its

Greenwood Lake Dam at Greenwood Furnace State Park

Greenwood Furnace State Park

With a pristine beauty that incorporates both the sparkling waters of the tranquil Greenwood Lake and the stunning peaks of

Gouldsboro Lake at Gouldsboro State Park

Gouldsboro State Park

If you are looking for a nature escape which will allow you to leave behind the pressures of city life,

trees reflecting in the lake at Frances Slocum State Park

Frances Slocum State Park

Tucked away in Pennsylvania’s picturesque northeastern region, Frances Slocum State Park is one of the Keystone State’s most alluring public

Sparring Bull Elk in Elk State Park

Elk State Park

If you enjoy water based outdoor recreational activities then Elk State Park is the perfect place for you to head

Ski slope at Denton Hill State Park

Denton Hill State Park

Located within the upper reaches of the Pennsylvania Wilds, the picturesque Denton Hill State park is a terrific place to

view of trail at Delaware Canal State Park in Pennsylvania

Delaware Canal State Park

Located just a 30 minute drive from Philadelphia, Delaware Canal State Park is the perfect place to reconnect with nature

fog on Cowans Gap Lake at Cowans Gap State Park

Cowans Gap State Park

Nestled within the Allens Valley between the spectacular Tuscarora and Cove Mountains, Cowans Gap State Park is a popular weekend

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