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Home / Archives for Picnicking

Picnicking

  • Tobyhanna State Park Loop Trail view from shore
    Mountain

    Tobyhanna State Park Loop Trail

    Follow the trail loop that circumnavigates the lake and passes by bogs, evergreen forests, and a plethora of plant and animal life.
    Bring Fido, Cross-Country, Fishing, Picnicking, Swimming, Walking
  • mauch chunk lake with kayaks on the shore
    Lehigh River Gorge Region

    Mauch Chunk Lake

    Mauch Chunk Lake is a 354-acre lake on Mauch Chunk Lake Park for swimming, picnicking, great fishing, and boating. Reserve a boat.
    Fishing, Picnicking, Swimming
  • varden conservation area magnificent wild turkey
    Lake Region

    Varden Conservation Area

    State park. Three miles of trails cross forests, wetlands, and fields. 420 acres of land. Fishing, hiking, birding, wildlife watching.
    Birdwatching, Fishing, Ice Skating, Picnicking
  • beltzville state park trees and fields
    Lehigh River Gorge Region

    Beltzville State Park

    Almost 3,000 acres of hiking, biking, fishing, boating around the 950-acre Beltzville Lake. Picnic areas, pavilions, restrooms.
    Bath House, Beach, Boat Launch, Boat Rentals, Boating, Fishing, Grilling, Hiking, Pavillion, Picnicking, Playground, Snack Bar, Swimming
  • lake wallenpaupack sailboat and houses on shore
    Lake Region

    Lake Wallenpaupack

    3 miles long and offers 5,700 acres and 52 miles of shoreline. Fish, swim, boat, camp, and hike at the 2nd largest lake contained in Pennsylvania.
    Boat Tours, Boating, Camping, Fishing, Picnicking, Swimming
  • Delaware State Forest waterfall and trees in forest
    DWGNRA

    Delaware State Forest

    80,000 lush acres filled with glacial lakes and bogs. Hiking, mountain biking, ATV trails, 13 lakes and ponds for fishing, camping.
    ATV, Biking, Boat Launch, Boating, Camping, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Mountain Biking, Picnicking
  • Brodhead Creek Park view of creek
    The Stroudsburgs

    Brodhead Creek Park

    34-acre park on the banks of Brodhead Creek. Fishing, trail walking, picnicking. 2 pavilions are available. Bring Fido!
    Bring Fido, Fishing, Pavillion, Picnicking, Trail, Walking
  • Palmyra-Public-Beach-chair-and-beach
    Lake Region

    Palmyra Public Beach

    Only public swimming on Lake Wallenpaupack. Sandy beach, lifeguards on duty, snack bar, picnic tables, grills, volleyball, bathrooms. Memorial Day-Labor Day
    Boating, Picnicking, Swimming
  • Beach at Gouldsboro State Park view of beach
    Mountain

    Beach at Gouldsboro State Park

    Sandy beach on 250-acre Gouldsboro Lake. Swimming, picnic tables with charcoal grills, swings for the kids. No lifeguard, swim at your own risk.
    Picnicking, Swimming
  • Choke Creek Falls waterfall
    Western

    Choke Creek Falls Trail

    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.
    Bring Fido, Hiking, Picnicking, Swimming, Waterfall
  • girl doing stand up paddling
    Upper Delaware River

    Milford Beach

    Just south of Milford. Beach. Picnic areas, pavilion, restrooms, boat/canoe launch. Small, often very crowded. Best for boat launch, a quick dip, and a picnic. Access to McDade Trail.
    Boating, Picnicking, Swimming
  • lake harmony view from shore
    Western

    Lake Harmony

    Motorboat lake with boat dock and marina. Beaches and designated swimming areas. You can access it when you stay in a vacation rental.
    Boat Tours, Boating, Fishing, Picnicking, Water Skiing
  • Beach at Beltsville State Park bathers
    Lehigh River Gorge Region

    Beach at Beltzville State Park

    525-foot sand beach on Beltzville Lake. May to Sept. Concession, bathhouse, playground, picnic areas. Popular on the weekends, lots of people, loud music, and grilling going on. Get there early!
    Picnicking, Swimming
  • big pocono state park view from the top
    Mountain

    Big Pocono State Park

    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.
    Bring Fido, Grilling, Hiking, Mountain Biking, Pavillion, Picnicking, Walking
  • Austin-T.-Blakeslee-Natural-Area-Red-Pine-Plantation
    Mountain

    Austin T. Blakeslee Natural Area

    Hiking, picnicking, fishing in season (with license). Popular spot for fly-fishing. Covered pavilion with picnic tables and BBQs.
    Birdwatching, Fishing, Hiking, Picnicking, Waterfall
  • gouldsboro-state-park-wetlands-field
    Mountain

    Gouldsboro State Park

    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.
    Biking, Boat Launch, Boat Rentals, Boating, Fishing, Hiking, Picnicking, Swimming
  • shohola falls overview
    Upper Delaware River

    Shohola Falls

    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.
  • prompton-state-park mist on the lake
    Northeast

    Prompton State Park

    290-acre Prompton Lake, 26 miles of hiking trails, boat launch, picnic areas, mountain biking, fishing. Waterfalls, forest, disc golf.
    Biking, Boating, Disc Golf, Fishing, Hiking, Mountain Biking, Picnicking
  • Pinebrook Park creek overlook
    The Stroudsburgs

    Pinebrook Park

    Great place to bbq, fish, swim, and play. Two trails, picnic tables, BBQ grills, restrooms. Dogs welcome.
    Biking, Fishing, Grilling, Hiking, Outdoor Grills, Picnicking, Trail
  • delaware-water-gap-hero-town-page
    DWGNRA

    Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area

    40 miles + 60,000 acres of biking, hiking, fishing, camping, swimming, boating on the Delaware River in this jewel of the National Park System.
    Boat Launch, Boating, Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Picnicking, Swimming
  • Cornelia & Florence Bridge Nature Preserve cornelia trail
    Upper Delaware River

    Cornelia & Florence Bridge Preserve

    This peaceful 300-acre park of forest, meadows, and wetlands offers a picnic pavilion and well-marked, easy trails.
    Hiking, Mountain Biking, Picnicking, Walking, Wildlife
  • mountain-view-park-entrance-sign
    Mountain

    Mountain View Park

    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.
    Grilling, Hiking, Outdoor Grills, Picnicking, Playground, Walking
  • Promised Land State Park child in waterfall
    Promised Land

    Promised Land State Park

    Year-round hiking, fishing, swimming, boating, biking, picnicking, camping, ice skating. 2 lakes on 3,000 acres of forested land. Cabins, tent sites.
    Boat Launch, Boating, Camping, Cross-Country, Fire Rings, Fishing, Hiking, Ice Skating, Picnicking, Playground, Swimming
  • bushkill-falls-a-waterfall
    DWGNRA

    Bushkill Falls

    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.
  • George W. Childs Park signs
    DWGNRA

    George W. Childs Park

    Site of a number of cascade waterfalls along Dingmans Creek, best trail in the Delaware Water Gap for waterfall lovers.
    Hiking, Picnicking, Scenic View, Waterfall
  • Tobyhanna State Park Shoreline
    Mountain

    Tobyhanna State Park

    Crystal-clear 170-acre lake on 5,440 acres of forested park. Boating, fishing, swimming, hiking, picnicking. Camping, snowmobiling, ice skating, ice fishing.
    Boat Launch, Boat Rentals, Fishing, Hiking, Outdoor Grills, Picnicking, Swimming
  • Ricketts Glen State Park Image
    Endless Mountains

    Ricketts Glen State Park

    22 waterfalls, hiking trails, boat rentals, fishing, swimming, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing. This park has it all!
    Boating, Cross Country Skiing, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Ice Fishing, Picnicking, Snowmobiling, Snowshoeing, Swimming
  • Mauch Chunk Lake Park couple boating
    Lehigh River Gorge Region

    Mauch Chunk Lake Park

    Exceptionally beautiful county park. 345-acre lake, facilities for camping, swimming, picnicking, hiking, biking, fishing, boating. Small entrance fee.
    Boat Launch, Boating, Camping, Fishing, Picnicking, Swimming, Wildlife
  • the-beach-at-sand-spring-beach
    Lehigh River Gorge Region

    Beach at Hickory Run State Park

    Sand Spring Lake at Hickory Run State Park. Wide, sandy beach. Crowded on weekends. 400-table picnic area, playground, disc golf. Mid-May – Mid-Sept. Small $ to park.
    Disc Golf, Picnicking, Swimming
  • mount-nebo-park-trailhead-sign-blue-loop
    The Stroudsburgs

    Mount Nebo Regional Park

    159-acre park, forest, ponds, trails, bird colonies. Fish, camp, swim, hike. The paths are well-marked. Dog-friendly.
    Birdwatching, Camping, Fishing, Picnicking
  • brady's lake shoreline and red kayak
    Mountain

    Brady’s Lake

    Super pretty 1800s lake originally dammed to harvest ice. 223 acres, 5 miles from Pocono Pines. Hiking, boating, fishing. Really great.
    Birdwatching, Boating, Fishing, Hiking, Mountain Biking, Picnicking
  • smithfield-beach-lifeguard-chair-and-bathers
    DWGNRA

    Smithfield Beach

    It’s all about the view. Just north of the town of Delaware Water Gap. Great for picnicking. For swimming, good for a quick dip. Pavilion, restrooms, boat launch. Access to McDade Trail.
    Boating, Fishing, Kayaking, Picnicking, Swimming
  • Lake Superior State Park view of lake
    Catskills

    Lake Superior State Park

    1,410-acre state park on a small lake with beaches, boat launches, boat rentals, fishing, and picnic areas. Bring Fido!
    Boat Rentals, Boating, Fishing, Grilling, Pavillion, Picnicking, Playground, Swimming
  • Lehigh-Gorge-State-Park-waterfall-and-rocks
    Lehigh River Gorge Region

    Lehigh Gorge State Park

    Miles of multi-use trails. Boating, hiking, biking, whitewater rafting. Numerous Class II, III rapids. Open year-round.
    Biking, Boat Launch, Boating, Fishing, Hiking, Picnicking, Wildlife
  • Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River
    Upper Delaware River

    Upper Delaware Scenic River

    73 miles of the Delaware River, the longest undammed river in the eastern U.S. Canoe, hike, fish, and observe Bald Eagles!
    Birdwatching, Boating, Fishing, Hiking, Picnicking, Wildlife
  • Hickory Valley Park mcmichaels creek
    The Stroudsburgs

    Hickory Valley Park

    100 scenic acres of forests and open space to explore. Fish in McMichaels Creek. Tube and kayak. Dogs are welcome.
    Fishing, Grilling, Kayaking, Picnicking, Tubing, Walking

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