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September 29, 2023
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From hiking and biking to fishing, boating, wildlife watching and so much more, NEPA’s state parks provide plenty of opportunities for year-round outdoor activities. We’ve highlighted 9 of the 17 state parks our region has to offer.

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1. Lackawanna State Park

North Abington Twp., PA

Venture just 10 miles outside of Scranton for a day of picnicking along the 198-acre lake. Try your hand at fishing or kayaking. Check out the pool and splash zone. And explore 18 miles of looping trails through forests, fields and alongside streams.

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2. Ricketts Glen State Park

Benton, PA

Bring your camera for Instagram-worthy photos along the famous Falls Trail at this popular park in the Endless Mountains. Enjoy picnic amenities, camping, fishing, a wide sandy beach for swimming and so much more.

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3. Salt Springs State Park

Montrose, PA

Enjoy the rural charm and tranquility of this scenic park in Susquehanna County. Set out on over 12 miles of trails through gorgeous old-growth forests and along streams. The park also offers rustic tent sites and cabins.

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4. Locust Lake State Park

Barnesville, PA

Book a camp site at this sprawling 1772-acre park in Barnesville. Enjoy hiking and biking on forest trails. Rent a canoe or kayak, or fish for trout, bass and more in the 52-acre lake and lay out in the sun on the soft sandy beach.

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5. Prompton State Park

Prompton, PA

Relax and cast a line into the 290-acre lake at this peaceful, mountain park just outside of Honesdale. Explore nearly 26 miles of forested hiking trails. Break for lunch under the covered picnic pavilion, or take on the park’s popular 18-hole, disc golf course.

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6. Vosburg Neck State Park

Tunkhannock, PA

Pack your binoculars and expect to spot majestic bald eagles and other incredible birds of prey that visit the banks of the Susquehanna River in Wyoming County. This 669-acre park, situated on a dramatic oxbow turn in the river, is a great spot to fish, kayak and hike along eight miles of scenic trails.

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7. Promised Land State Park

Greentown, PA

Experience abundant wildlife and a rich history at this beautiful park in the Pocono Mountain’s lake region. Stay the night at six unique camping areas featuring a sand beach, swimming area, playground, volleyball court, and picnic facilities.

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8. Tuscarora State Park

Barnesville, PA

Keep an eye out for wildlife at this 1618-acre park in Schuylkill County. Over 7 miles of trails pass through green meadows, thick forests, wide-open fields and around the pristine Tuscarora Lake. The park also offers camping, picnicking, fishing, swimming, boating and more.

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9. Archbald Pothole State Park

Archbald, PA

An impressive 38-foot, glacier-formed “pothole” is the main attraction at this 150-acre park in Archbald. A short loop trail that follows the route of an old mining tram allows visitors to explore the park’s lush greenery.

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