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Calendar of Events Grey Towers Newsletter Interpretive Sales Outlet Artist In Residence Send a postcard ! Expanded Spring Tour Schedule Viewing this site Music at Grey Towers Grey Towers, a national historic landmark, is managed and maintained by the USDA Forest Service in cooperation with the Pinchot Institute for Conservation , a non-profit organization dedicated to conservation thought, ...

This is an official Web site of the Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks. Begin your adventure here. - Presque Isle is a recurving sand spit jutting into Lake Erie and has the only surf beach in the Commonwealth. Its geological and biological diversity, and its historical significance will spark your interest. The location of the park on Lake Erie makes it a favorite spot for bird migration. ...

This is an official Web site of the Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks. Begin your adventure here. - This park is one of the largest and most beautiful parks in the Commonwealth. A centrally located 100-acre lake provides opportunities for outdoor recreation like fishing, boating, and photographing and viewing waterfowl and other wildlife. The Raccoon Creek Wildflower Preserve is a botanical ...

This is an official Web site of the Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks. Begin your adventure here. - Nestled amidst striking scenery and the deep gorge of the Slippery Rock Creek, a National Natural Landmark, McConnell's Mill State Park is a great place for an adventure. You can tour the restored rolling gristmill or the covered bridge. There is also scenic hiking, whitewater boating and two ...

This is an official Web site of the Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks. Begin your adventure here. - The historical character of the park is enhanced by its natural beauty. This park was once the site of the Pine Grove Furnace Iron Works that dates from 1764. Historical buildings include the ironmaster's mansion, a gristmill, an inn and several residences. The self-guiding historical trail ...

This is an official Web site of the Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks. Begin your adventure here. - Sprawling 1, 275 acres, Lake Marburg is a hot spot for anglers, boaters and swimmers. The forests of Codorus stand in tall contrast to the surrounding farmlands. Codorus is an excellent place to observe waterfowl and warblers during their spring and fall migrations.

This is an official Web site of the Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks. Begin your adventure here. - Caledonia is a treasure for nature enthusiasts and historians. Because it is near Gettysburg, the park has become a favorite for Civil War buffs who find it ideal for family outings. Other unique features of this park include; an 18-hole golf course, part of the Appalachian Trail which ...

This is an official Web site of the Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks. Begin your adventure here. - This picturesque park is situated among gently rolling farm fields and heavily wooded hillsides. All stages of forest succession can be observed at the park and provide habitat for abundant wildlife. Pinchot Lake is a great warm water fishery and is popular for sailing.

This is an official Web site of the Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks. Begin your adventure here. - Perched on a mountaintop and surrounded by Buchanan State Forest, Cowans Gap is a scenic place for a quiet getaway. Many park facilities, including the lake, picnic shelters, cabins and roads were constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s. The cabin colony is on the National ...

This is an official Web site of the Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks. Begin your adventure here. - The site of the world's first commercial oil well, Oil Creek State Park tells the story of the early petroleum industry by interpreting oil boom towns, oil wells and early transportation. The park has scenic deep hollows, steep hills, wetlands and a beautiful meandering creek. Sites like these ...

This is an official Web site of the Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks. Begin your adventure here. - Set along the Clarion River, Clear Creek is a cozy getaway and a canoeist's paradise. Whether you bring your own canoe or rent one, a popular activity is the 11-mile trip from Clear Creek to Cook Forest State Park. Rustic log and stone cabins are nestled among ancient pines and hemlocks, making ...

This is an official Web site of the Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks. Begin your adventure here. - The 1, 860-acre Lake Wilhelm is an angler's paradise. Anglers visit the park year round, although ice fishing accounts for many of the larger fish caught in Lake Wilhelm.

This is an official Web site of the Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks. Begin your adventure here. - Jennings Environmental Education Center offers environmental education programs from the Touch and Grow pre-school environmental awareness program to environmental problem solving programs. Contact the center office for information on upcoming education programs. A unique attraction at the ...

This is an official Web site of the Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks. Begin your adventure here. - For the sightseer and nature photographer, Colonel Denning is a park of surprises, great beauty and charm. The wooded park area nestles at the side of a mountain and has a scenic lake and excellent hiking trails. A hike on a 2.5 mile trail rises to Flat Rock for a beautiful vista of the ...

This is an official Web site of the Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks. Begin your adventure here. - Kings Gap Environmental Education and Training Center offers environmental education programs from the Touch and Grow pre-school environmental awareness program to environmental problem solving programs. Contact the center office for a listing of upcoming educational programs. Sitting astride ...

This is an official Web site of the Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks. Begin your adventure here. - Eight miles of Swatara Creek leisurely wind through this park that once held a man-made lake that provided water to the feeder branch of the historic Union Canal. Part of the Appalachian Trail traverses the southern portion of the park and the Swatara Multi-Purpose Trail crosses the northern part ...

This is an official Web site of the Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks. Begin your adventure here. - This park overlooks the Susquehanna River and gives a panoramic view of one of the most scenic river valleys in America. Mt. Johnson Island, the first bald eagle sanctuary in the world, is visible from the fully accessible overlook. The park offers a hilltop picnic spot, many trails for hiking ...

This is an official Web site of the Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks. Begin your adventure here. - This quaint park has a lake for canoeing, wind surfing and fishing, and hiking trails and lots of beautiful scenery. Whether you are a traveler who wants a pleasant picnic, or someone who needs a respite from a busy day, Memorial Lake provides it all in a quiet setting.

This is an official Web site of the Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks. Begin your adventure here. - The peace and tranquility of this small park envelops the visitor. Located in a valley on a bank of the East Branch of the Clarion River, a charming streamside picnic area sits amidst a mixture of hardwood trees. A trout stream provides ample opportunities for anglers and the swimming pool is ...