Hiking
Educational exhibits and guided waterfall walks in season. Rangers provide general information about Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.
400 acres of vernal pools, pristine streams, and rhododendron thickets in beautiful Barrett Township. Good for hiking and fishing.
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.
Miles of multi-use trails. Boating, hiking, biking, whitewater rafting. Numerous Class II, III rapids. Open year-round.
Mount Wismer abuts 170-acres of Gravel Family Nature Preserve. Hardwood forest, open fields, hiking trails. Great scenic view.
Over 6,000 acres along the Kittatinny Ridge. Hiking, boat launch. RV-Tent and group camping with fire rings and picnic tables.
Leads to the original railroad crossings in Big Pocono State Park. Fantastic view. Bikes, horses, skis, and snowshoes are permitted. Bring your dog!
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.
Take a hike on the 63 acres, see the remains of a historic springhouse and pumphouse. 2 ponds are great for fishing.
Fly fishing resort on the banks of the West Branch of the Upper Delaware River. They offer lodging, guide services, and a fly shop.
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.
Free, open to the public daily from 10 am to 8 pm. Well-equipped playgrounds for the kids are the feature. Mountain terrain, picnic tables, grills.
An easy “lollipop” loop of about one mile. Pack out what you pack in. Fishing and hunting are not allowed. Great for kids.
61.5-acres of a section of the Pocono Creek with Class A wild trout waters. Thickets of old-growth rhododendron, colonies of spring wildflowers, and wetland habitats.
2nd highest waterfall in PA. Boardwalk trail, 2 waterfalls. Hemlock, rhododendron, birds, wildlife. Visitor center.
250-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.
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.
16,000-acre natural area. Public beach, campground, 44 miles of hiking trails. Trout fishing, swimming, disc golf, winter sports. Waterfalls, lake.
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.
Research, education, preservation. 52-acre Lake Lacawac is a glacial lake preserved in almost pristine condition. Hiking on 8 trails, boreal bog, ponds, streams. Open to the public.
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.
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.
80,000 lush acres filled with glacial lakes and bogs. Hiking, mountain biking, ATV trails, 13 lakes and ponds for fishing, camping.
40 miles + 60,000 acres of biking, hiking, fishing, camping, swimming, boating on the Delaware River in this jewel of the National Park System.
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.
3.2 miles through upland oak/pine forests and open fields along the Kittatinny Ridge, good for hiking, fishing, and cross-country skiing.
Perfect for a walk in the woods day. See uncommon wildflowers at this location in spring. Creek is suitable for kayaking.
The preserve is home to 3.4 miles of trails. The single-track hiking trails form four different loops, which offer a challenging, yet rewarding trek along the ravine.
Outdoor hikes, snowshoeing, mountain biking, trail hikes, fishing, yoga, and meditation. They’ll meet you with equipment, maps, and instructions.
High-Quality Coldwater Fishery and Class A Wild Trout Fishery. 511 acres, great hiking, crystal clear waterfalls.
170-acre crystal-clear lake with a sandy beach. Picnic tables, changing areas, bathhouse. Camping is available.
Designated Pennsylvania’s best trail in 2019 by Outside Magazine. 3 miles long and marked by bright orange blazes. Tumbling Waters waterfall.
(PEEC) in the 77,000-acre DWGNRA offers 12 miles of hiking trails, weekend educational programs, conference facilities, and summer camp.
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.
Wallenpaupack Lake Trail scenery consists of gorgeous Lake Wallenpaupack, woods, and wildlife. Use the trail for easy walking, trail running, and nature trips.
26 miles of uninterrupted rail trail runs through Lehigh Gorge State Park from White Haven to Glen Onoko. The entire length of Lehigh Gorge is ideal for walking or off-road biking.
73 miles of the Delaware River, the longest undammed river in the eastern U.S. Canoe, hike, fish, and observe Bald Eagles!
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.
5-mile round trip hike along the Appalachian Trail starts in the town of Delaware Water Gap and brings you to the top of Mount Minsi for a view of the Delaware River.
Hiking, picnicking, fishing in season (with license). Popular spot for fly-fishing. Covered pavilion with picnic tables and BBQs.
Great place to bbq, fish, swim, and play. Two trails, picnic tables, BBQ grills, restrooms. Dogs welcome.
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.
Pure nature, untouched, and wild. The Brodhead Creek, renowned for trout fishing, runs through it. Great for fishing and hiking from October through June.
Provides a stunning vista above the Lehigh River Gorge near Mauch Jim Thorpe. It’s just a gorgeous view.
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.
Beautiful 600-acre wildlife sanctuary. 5 miles of well-maintained hiking trails for all ability levels. Cross-country-skiing.
Highest falls in PA, only a few feet shorter than Niagra Falls. Short hike, boardwalk along 70%. Come early on weekends, wear comfy shoes.
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.
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.
