Hiking
Gentle, really fun little trail along the stream. hopping from rock to rock. 2.7 miles, features a lake, good for all skill levels. Bring Fido, great for kids.
3.2 miles through upland oak/pine forests and open fields along the Kittatinny Ridge, good for hiking, fishing, and cross-country skiing.
(PEEC) in the 77,000-acre DWGNRA offers 12 miles of hiking trails, weekend educational programs, conference facilities, and summer camp.
4 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails Invigorating hikes and exciting switchbacks for mountain bikers. Forested cliff that provides mile-long views.
8.5 miles of trails on top of Camelback Mountain. Picnic tables, panoramic vistas all the way to the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.
DWGNRA adventure outfitter. Delaware River trips, guided hikes, bike rentals, outdoor gear shop in the town of Delaware Water Gap at the base of the national park.
Three miles of publicly accessible walking trails through the woods and wildflower meadows, along with two ponds, wetlands, and a tributary to Beach Lake Creek.
300 acres, including 8 waterfalls and more than 2 miles of hiking trails, bridges, and walkways. Picnicking and grilling area, paddle boats, mini-golf, fishing.
High-Quality Coldwater Fishery and Class A Wild Trout Fishery. 511 acres, great hiking, crystal clear waterfalls.
Educational exhibits and guided waterfall walks in season. Rangers provide general information about Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.
2-mile gravel and dirt multi-use trail crosses a ford. Takes an average of 17 minutes to complete. Trail Difficulty is rated “Easy”.
This peaceful 300-acre park of forest, meadows, and wetlands offers a picnic pavilion and well-marked, easy trails.
An easy “lollipop” loop of about one mile. Pack out what you pack in. Fishing and hunting are not allowed. Great for kids.
Crystal-clear 170-acre lake on 5,440 acres of forested park. Boating, fishing, swimming, hiking, picnicking. Camping, snowmobiling, ice skating, ice fishing.
52-acre glacial lake is called “the southernmost unpolluted glacial lake in North America.” Hiking, nature, guided paddles, educational programs.
Prime trout fishing lake in a 65-acre preserve. Small manmade lake where you can walk over 1.5 miles of wilderness trail. Picnic tables and benches.
6.3 mile moderately trafficked point-to-point trail near Greentown. it’s wild and wooly and has tons of huge rocks and water. Rated as moderate. Hiking, running, nature trips year-round.
Steep but easy-to-follow trail leading up Mount Pisgah to a pair of fantastic Carbon County vistas. 1.4-mile out-and-back trail that’s considered a moderately challenging route.
Cool, shady, and dense with trees offering rich habitat for wildlife, passes over and under busy Route 80. Stepping stones over Cherry Creek, overlook of town at the top.
16,000-acre natural area. Public beach, campground, 44 miles of hiking trails. Trout fishing, swimming, disc golf, winter sports. Waterfalls, lake.
1 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail featuring beautiful wildflowers. Best used from April until October. It’s a short hike straight up and down.
Beautiful 600-acre wildlife sanctuary. 5 miles of well-maintained hiking trails for all ability levels. Cross-country-skiing.
2,500 acres of woodlands and glacial wetlands, ancient marsh waters, in one of the state’s largest spruce forests. 2-mile trail, boardwalk system. Birding, hiking.
Great place to bbq, fish, swim, and play. Two trails, picnic tables, BBQ grills, restrooms. Dogs welcome.
Shades of Death Trail is a 2.4 mile out and back trail located in White Haven’s Hickory Run State Park. Hiking, running, and bird watching. Best May – Oct.
Hiking, picnicking, fishing in season (with license). Popular spot for fly-fishing. Covered pavilion with picnic tables and BBQs.
400 acres of vernal pools, pristine streams, and rhododendron thickets in beautiful Barrett Township. Good for hiking and fishing.
Leads to the original railroad crossings in Big Pocono State Park. Fantastic view. Bikes, horses, skis, and snowshoes are permitted. Bring your dog!
300-acre piece of land located right on the shores of Lake Wallenpaupack. This slice of natural Poconos paradise is one of the last areas on the lake that hasn’t been developed.
290-acre Prompton Lake, 26 miles of hiking trails, boat launch, picnic areas, mountain biking, fishing. Waterfalls, forest, disc golf.
Bruce Lake Natural Area is part of the Delaware State Forest with 2,900 acres of land and miles of trails. Egypt Meadow lake and Bruce Lake.
Highest falls in PA, only a few feet shorter than Niagra Falls. Short hike, boardwalk along 70%. Come early on weekends, wear comfy shoes.
2,800 acres of glorious state forest wrapped around the 250-acre Gouldsboro Lake. Hiking, boating, swimming, fishing, cross-country skiing, ice fishing, and picnicking.
170-acre crystal-clear lake with a sandy beach. Picnic tables, changing areas, bathhouse. Camping is available.
32 miles point-to-point. The trail offers miles of easy to moderate hiking, thanks to its crushed gravel surface. Not crowded. Free weekend shuttle service.
An old golf course that’s now a natural hub of community life that connects people, water, and land. Great for fishing, birding, or a peaceful walk .
Designated Pennsylvania’s best trail in 2019 by Outside Magazine. 3 miles long and marked by bright orange blazes. Tumbling Waters waterfall.
Take a hike on the 63 acres, see the remains of a historic springhouse and pumphouse. 2 ponds are great for fishing.
Great for camping, fishing, hiking, and boating. 165-acre horseshoe shaped lake, boat launch, and it’s got a campground.
Great for hiking and biking. Trail runs parallel to Mauch Chunk Creek, provides easy access for fishing. Shuttle service, bike rental available in Jim Thorpe.
22 waterfalls, hiking trails, boat rentals, fishing, swimming, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing. This park has it all!
Outdoor hikes, snowshoeing, mountain biking, trail hikes, fishing, yoga, and meditation. They’ll meet you with equipment, maps, and instructions.
Devil’s Hole Trail is a 3.1 mile moderately trafficked loop trail that features beautiful wildflowers. The trail is primarily used for hiking and walking. Best used from April until October.
14,800 acres of Forever Wild Forest Preserve offers fairly gentle hiking trails, solitude, a world-class trout steam, and camping.
Excellent, fairly easy, day-hike loop to explore in the Pinchot State Forest. Streams, cascades, wetland meadows, diverse forests, and the beautiful Choke Creek Falls.
Southernmost peak of the Kittatinny Mountains is 1,526 feet tall, and forms the east side of the Delaware Water Gap. Across the Gap is Mount Minsi, on the Pennsylvania side of the river.
Site of a number of cascade waterfalls along Dingmans Creek, best trail in the Delaware Water Gap for waterfall lovers.
Miles of multi-use trails. Boating, hiking, biking, whitewater rafting. Numerous Class II, III rapids. Open year-round.
The Nothstein Preserve in Cresco spans 150 acres of pristine Pocono forests, crystal-clear streams, and a plunging gorge with 3.4 miles of trails
Impressive waterfall that is roughly 75 feet wide and 50 feet tall. Trails lead down the side of the falls as well as along the top of both sides of the ravine.
