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Archbald Pothole State Park

This is a 150-acre park with a 38 feet deep pothole. It has hiking trails and limited hunting. It is just 9 miles north of Scranton off Interstate 81.

Lackawanna County
(570) 945-3239

 

Big Pocono State Park

Found on the summit and slopes of Camelback Mountain just off route 80. This 1,306-acre park offers amazing views of three states, PA. NJ. & NY. Enjoy hiking, horseback riding, picnicking and skiing.

Tannersville, Monroe County
(570) 894-8336

 

Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area

Spanning across three counties along the Delaware River these parks offer challenging trials and canoeing and rafting on the river.

Dingman's Ferry, Pike County
(570) 828-7802

Monroe County
(570) 588-2451
www.nps.gov/dewa/

Upper Delaware National Scenic and Recreational River, Wayne County
(570) 685-4871
www.nps.gov/dewa/

 

Gouldsboro State Park

Located in Monroe and Wayne counties in the park contains 2,800 acres of land, including the 250-acre Gouldsboro Lake. Come boat, swim, fish or enjoy one of its many trails.

E-mail:tobyhannasp@state.pa.us
Gouldsboro, Wayne/Monroe County
(570) 894-8336

 

Gouldsboro State Park

Located in Monroe and Wayne counties in the park contains 2,800 acres of land, including the 250-acre Gouldsboro Lake. Come boat, swim, fish or enjoy one of its many trails.

E-mail:tobyhannasp@state.pa.us
Gouldsboro, Wayne/Monroe County
(570) 894-8336

 

Lackawanna State Park

This 1,411-acre park is located just 10 miles north of Scranton, PA. It has a 198-acre lake for boating, swimming, fishing, camping or picnicking. There are miles of trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. Winter sports include ice fishing, skating, sledding, and cross-country skiing.

E-mail:lackawannasp@state.pa.us
Dalton, Lackawanna County
(570) 945-3239

 

Palmyra Township Public Beach

Lake Wallenpaupack
Route 6, directly opposite Sandy Beach Motel.
Call 570-226-9290 for more information.

Open to the Public

Open Memorial Weekend through Labor Day Weekend, 7 Days (Weather Permitting) from 9 am until 6 pm, daily.

General Admission
Adults $3 / Children under 10 - $1
Seniors, 65+ & Infants Complimentary

Swimming lessons available through the Wallenpaupack Area School District
*Lifeguards on duty
*Snack Bar
*Picnic Area with BBQ's

 

Promise Land State Park

This park is the Pocono Plateau, at 1,800 feet above sea level, 3,000 acres large and surrounded by 12,464 acres of Pennsylvania State Forest. With two lakes, streams and miles of marked trails every outdoor activity can be had here year round; hiking, biking, camping, cabins, picnic, pavilions, beach, swimming, boating with an on site rental shop, hunting, horseback riding, snowmobiling, x-skiing, ice fishing and skating...

E-mail:promisedlandsp@state.pa.us
Greentown, Pike County
(570) 676-3428

 

Prompton State Park

E-mail:promisedlandsp@state.pa.us
Prompton, Wayne County
(570) 945-3239

 

Stourbridge Line Rail Excursions

Old-fashioned diesel engine train rides 20 min. drive.
Call for directions:570-253-1960

Main Street, Honesdale Pa.

 

Tobyhanna State Park

Spanning two counties this 5,440-acre park has 170-acre lake complete with beach for swimming, fishing or boating. Come picnic or camp and enjoy one of its many trails in for both summer and winter activities.

E-mail:tobyhannasp@state.pa.us
Monroe & Pike Counties, Pennsylvania
(570) 894-8336

 

Wallenpaupack Lake Region

This 5,700-acre lake has 52 miles of shoreline between Wayne & Pike Counties. It a recreational paradise offering boating, fishing, water skiing, hiking, and picnicking during warm weather and ice fishing, snowmobiling, and skiing during the winter. There are many places to shop, stay and eat around Lake Wallenpaupack. The lake has two natural areas to hike, explore nature and picnic.

Shuman Point Natural Area
(570) 226-3702

Ledgedale Natural Area
(570) 226-3702

PP&L Wallenpaupck Environmental Learning Center
Museum, displays, educational programs
P.O. Box 122, Hawley, PA 18428
(570) 226-3702
Wayne County
www.pplprojectearth.com

Bicycling:
PA. Department of Transportation
www.dot.state.pa.us
(717) 787-6748

Fishing & Boating:
PA. Fish & Boat Commission
www.fish.state.pa.us
(717) 657-4518

Wildlife & Hunting:
PA. Game Commission
www.pgc.state.pa.us
(717) 398-4744

Snowmobiling:
PA. State Snowmobile Association
www.pasnow.org
(888) 411-PSSA