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Pennsylvania State Parks: Keystone State Adventures

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

Loyalsock Creek running through the trees at Worlds End State Park

Worlds End State Park

Just over 100 miles north of Harrisburg and Hershey you’ll find the wonderful Worlds End State Park. Spread across 780-acres, […]

Balance Rock in Trough Creek State Park in Huntingdon County Pennslvania

Trough Creek State Park

Bordering both the shimmering Raystown Lake and stunning Rothrock State Forest, Trough Creek State Park is the perfect place to

Sycamore Mills Dam at Ridley Creek State Park

Ridley Creek State Park

With a rugged landscape that features scenic meadows, huge grasslands, dense woodland and picturesque meadows, Ridley Creek State Park is

Oneida Falls in Autumn at Rickets Glen State Park

Ricketts Glen State Park

Boasting no less than 22 waterfalls, as well as a National Natural Monument and some of the most incredible scenery

Sunset over Glendale Lake at Prince Gallitzin State Park

Prince Gallitzin State Park

Named after former Dutch priest Demetrius Augustine Gallitzin who settled in the area around the 1790s, Prince Gallitzin State Park

Laurel Lake Recreational Area in Pine Grove Furnace State Park in Pennsylvania during fall

Pine Grove Furnace State Park

Lying within the shadows of the jaw-dropping Blue Ridge Mountains, the Pine Grove Furnace State Park offers a spectacular destination

a view of the valley below from Mont Alto State Park

Mont Alto State Park

If you are travelling to southeastern Pennsylvania, it is well worth popping into Mont Alto State Park for a quick

Rustic Mill Adjacent to Rushing Stream in Peak Autumn Season in McConnells Mill State Park

McConnells Mill State Park

Spread across 2,546 acres in Portersville, McConnells Mill State Park is one of Pennsylvania’s most historic state parks. Incorporating the

Marsh Creek Lake at Marsh Creek State Park, looking towards the West Launch Area.

Marsh Creek State Park

Nestled within the picturesque rolling hills of Chester County, the Marsh Creek State Park is a fantastic place to unwind

Fowler Hollow Run at Fowlers Hollow State Park

Fowlers Hollow State Park

Strategically placed between Washington D.C., Baltimore, Pittsburgh and Philadelphia, Fowlers Hollow State Park is a popular getaway for those who

Wissahickon Creek at Fort Washington State Park, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania

Fort Washington State Park

Located just a stone’s throw from Philadelphia, Fort Washington State Park is a popular day trip destination for those who

A forest trail at Evansburg State Parknear Collegeville, Pennsylvania

Evansburg State Park

Although it is just a 45 minute drive from Philadelphia, Evansburg State Park in Collegeville is a world away from

Driftwood on the shore of lake Erie at Erie Bluffs State Park

Erie Bluffs State Park

Established in 2004, Erie Bluffs State Park is one of Pennsylvania’s newest state parks. Spread across 587-acres within Erie County,

The aerial view of the striking colors of fall foliage around Pine Creek Gorge at Colton Point State Park

Colton Point State Park

Nestled in between Tioga and Susquehannock State Forests, lies the breathtaking Colton Point State Park. Set across 368-acres, it lies

Landscape of the Swimming and Fishing Area in Colonel Denning State Park

Colonel Denning State Park

Nestled within the Doubling Gap of Blue Mountain, the idyllic Colonel Denning State Park is one of Pennsylvania’s most attractive

Evening clouds over the shore of Lake Marburg, Codorus State Park

Codorus State Park

Nestled in the picturesque rolling hillsides of York County in Pennsylvania, Codorus State Park has been attracting visitors in their

Fall Trees Reflecting in the Creek at Clear Creek State Park near Clarion, Pennsylvania With the yellow and orange showing in the very still water and a dock in the background

Clear Creek State Park

Opened in 1922, Clear Creek State Park is one of Pennsylvania’s most popular public recreational spaces. Nestled within the stunning

Stars shine in the night sky at Cherry Springs State Park

Cherry Springs State Park

If you are looking for a place to really escape into nature, then the Cherry Springs State Park is a

Small cascade on a stream in Caledonia State Park, Pennsylvania.

Caledonia State Park

Nestled within the stunning Blue Mountain Range, Caledonia State Park is a picturesque 1,125-acre public recreational space in Pennsylvania. Named

Stone pyramid marking the site of the birthplace of President James Buchanan in Buchanan's Birthplace State Park in Franklin County, Pennsylvania, USA.

Buchanan’s Birthplace State Park

Stone pyramid marking the site of the birthplace of President James Buchanan. Photo: Clint, Wikimedia At just 18.5-acres in size,

clouds over Blue Knob State Park

Blue Knob State Park

Established in 1945, Blue Knob State Park enjoys an imperious position at the top of the stunning Blue Knob Mountains.

Black Moshannon Bog Natural Area, Centre County

Black Moshannon State Park

Located in Philipsburg, right in the center of Pennsylvania, Black Moshannon State Park is undoubtedly one of the Keystone State’s

Scenic view from the top of Camelback Mountain in Big Pocono State Park

Big Pocono State Park

Pennsylvania is blessed with some 124 state parks, but few have quite as dramatic a landscape as Big Pocono State

Sunset from Benjamin Rush State Park

Benjamin Rush State Park

Although it is known as ‘the city of brotherly love’ Philadelphia has a metropolitan population of well over 6.5 million

East Branch Clarion River in the Bendigo State Park

Bendigo State Park

The Clarion River at Bendigo State Park. Photo: Clint, Wikimedia It might not have any camping facilities onsite, and it

view of the pothole at Archbald Pothole State Park

Archbald Pothole State Park

Viewing platform at Archbald Pothole State Park. Photo: Clint, Wikimedia Although it is less than 150 acres in size, Archbald

Aerial view of Allegheny Island State Park

Allegheny Islands State Park

Located just a 20 minute drive from Pittsburgh, the Allegheny Islands State Park is the perfect place to head to

Beltzville Lake and Dam on Pohopoco Creek in Carbon County, Pennsylvania, USA.

Beltzville State Park

Beltzville Lake and Dam. Photo: Anthony Bley, Wikimedia Nestled in the southern foothills of the Poconos, Beltzville State Park is

Creek running through the trees at Sinnemahoning State Park

Sinnemahoning State Park

Flanked by both the Elk State Forest and Susquehannock State Forest, the Sinnemahoning State Park is one of several wonderful

A lighthouse amongst the snow at Presque Isle State Park

Presque Isle State Park

If you are into state parks that are located near coastlines, then the magnificent Presque Isle State Park is a

reflection of the trees in the water at Parker Dam State Park

Parker Dam State Park

When it comes to state parks in Pennsylvania, few can match Parker Dam State Park for its charm, beauty and

A sailing boat on the lake in Nockamixon State Park in autumn

Nockamixon State Park

Set within the scenic rolling hills of Bucks County, Nockamixon State Park is one of Pennsylvania’s most attractive public recreational

A cloudy sunrise at Locust Lake State Park, Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, USA.

Locust Lake State Park

Surrounded by some of the most stunning forest land in the whole of Pennsylvania, Locust Lake State Park is a

bike trail at Lehigh Gorge State Park

Lehigh Gorge State Park

Spread across an area that covers over 6,000 wonderful acres, Lehigh Gorge State Park is a great place to head

long exposure photo of a waterfall at Hickory Run State Park

Hickory Run State Park

Spread across the spectacular Pocono Mountains, and incorporating almost 16,000 acres, Hickory run state park is a jewel in Pennsylvania’s

the clouds reflect off of Pinchot Lake at Gifford Pinchot State Park

Gifford Pinchot State Park

Covering some 2,338-acres, Gifford Pinchot State Park is one of Pennsylvania’s most acclaimed public recreational areas. Located in Lewisberry within

bench overlooking the water at French Creek State Park

French Creek State Park

Just over 100 years ago French Creek State Park was nothing more than a barren wasteland that had been devastated

Moss on rocks at Cook Forest State Park

Cook Forest State Park

Named in honor of John Cook, who was the first American settler to live in the area, Cook Forest State

A stream running through the trees at Chapman State Park

Chapman State Park

Established in 1951, Chapman State Park is one of Pennsylvania’s oldest and most popular public recreational spaces. Spread across 862

flowers in front of the water at Canoe Creek State Park

Canoe Creek State Park

Located within Blair County, the stunning 958 acre Canoe Creek State Park is a popular outdoor recreational space in Pennsylvania.

A dock looking out to the mountain and Foster Joseph Sayers Reservoir at the Bald Eagle State Park in Pennsylvania.

Bald Eagle State Park

Want to visit a state park that offers tranquility, gorgeous scenery and plenty of outdoor pursuits to enjoy? Then look

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