Explore the Trails in PA
DCNR is teaming up with the Keystone Trails Association (KTA) to offer 2017 Pennsylvania Hiking Week.
This year it will run from...
The Outdoor Extravaganza takes place over Memorial Day Weekend, May 26-29, 2017. Base camp is Breakneck Campground but camping is optional. (Near McConnells...
The morning is still and the mist rises from the water as the sun begins to warm the lake. What a peaceful time of day as the night creatures are just...
According to the 2nd Edition of Breeding Birds in Pennsylvania, 190 species of birds nest in our state.
Combine efforts with the Naturalist to see how many...
Come learn about birds up close and personal as we visit the bird research station at the park. Ornithologists’ Dr. Rob Smith and Dr. Meg Hatch will show us...
Come paddle with the park naturalist as we watch for The Prince’s Big 4—Bald Eagle, Osprey, Great Blue Heron, and Green Heron! Bring your binoculars to...
Pre-registration is necessary: Please use the green registration button to sign up.
Program Location: Giving Pond Recreation Area, 1125 River Rd. (PA-32),...
Wilmington Trail Club
Begin Memorial Day with a mostly flat 6-8-mile hike around White Clay Creek State Park (DE), Carpenter Recreational Area and White...
Join Naturalist Robin Tracey on the Oak Loop Trail at Locust Lake on Monday, May 29, 2017. The trail is 4 miles in length and difficult. The trail loops...
Come join park educator on a hike to celebrate PA Hiking Week. The Pine Run Cove Trail follows a path along the cove and loops back through a field area...
The Friend of Keystone State Park will be leading a hike on Stone Lodge Trail. Mike Lipay an active member of the Friends of Keystone will be leading the...
Meet at the Park Office and join the Park Naturalist for a short walk to the Sulphur Springs Cemetery. We'll be learning a little about the experiences of...
Come to this user-friendly class for ages 12+ that will teach basic paddling skills. For first timers only please! Call the park at 814-695-6807 to register...
What animals are living in the woodlands at Sinnemahoning State Park? Join park staff for a short hike in search of tracks, traces and other signs left...
If you’ve been wanting to take your family fishing but aren’t sure where to start, come out to this free program to learn the basics. All equipment is...
The historic Frankfort Mineral Springs complex was constructed in the early 1800s and thrived for nearly a hundred years as a popular resort. It was best...
Come out to Nockamixon State Park to try geocaching! Join us on an easy, hour long walk looking for four geocaches along the High Bridge trail, which is...
A fun, family-friendly, high-tech scavenger hunt! All geocaching programs include an easy, hour long hike looking for 4 geocaches along a park trail....
Another hike for Hiking Week! This hike is a dog friendly hike with the park naturalist around the lake on Doubling Gap Nature Trail. All are welcome to join...
Learn basic paddling skills while kayaking on the lagoon. Perfect for beginners! This program is an ideal way to learn the skills you'll need to kayak on...
Join us at the Environmental Learning Building as we read "A Luna Moth's Life" and learn more about these fascinating creatures of the night. After the...
Try to find the items on the list, take pictures, and get a Smokey Bear prize. Bring a digital camera or any device that can take and view pictures. Meet...
Did you ever wonder as you were walking through Ohiopyle’s fabulous forest which trees were which? Join us to hike along and learn how to identify many of...
Come learn about cavity-nesting birds on this gentle walk in the park. Along the way we’ll peek inside the park’s nesting boxes to see if anyone’s using...
Bring the kids out for a butterfly safari. There will be a short movie in the classroom geared to the younger visitors. Then we’ll use the park’s butterfly...
Find out about salamanders of Pennsylvania; where they live, what they eat, what makes them so unique, and where to find them. We will head to Penny Run to...
Pre-registration is necessary: Please use the green registration button to sign up.
Program Location: Giving Pond Recreation Area, 1125 River Rd. (PA-32),...
Stop by the nature table at Muskrat Beach 2 anytime from 12:00-3:00 PM for some hands-on learning. Check out animal pelts and skulls, and learn how teeth and...
Take a short hike to see a beaver lodge. Discover interesting facts about beavers, then make a beaver lodge to take home. Meet at the Enviornmental Learning...
Meet the Naturalist for a brief talk on the history and significance of this geologic wonder. Please allow 20 minutes to drive to Boulder Field from Route 534.
Meet at the Nature Center to learn about the history of the park. From the French and Indian War and a secret marriage to the CCC and the many boys that...
Extreme Weather takes us to the frontlines where few have gone to view one of the most dynamic and complex forces shaping our planet.
Witness the effects...
Come out to Sizerville State Park to celebrate Memorial Day and National Hike Week! Join the park naturalist for a hike on the Sizerville Nature Trail. This...
Memorial Day is a time to honor those that gave their lives for our country. Join us for a Memorial Day Paddle on Shawnee Lake and learn about some true...
Join us on the top of the mountain to visit the Cameron-Masland Mansion, an historic stone villa built in 1908 as a summer home.
The first floor will be...
Special Hours on Labor Day Monday. Take a guided tour of Shoaff’s Mill. Regularly open on Saturdays & Sundays 1PM to 3PM from May through the 3rd weekend...
Children ages 4 & 5 will be introduced to the joys of planting, tending, harvesting, and eating their very own produce as they cultivate a plot of bright...
Join the park naturalist for a basic kayaking course at Tuscarora State Park. Kayaks, paddles and personal flotation devices will be provided. Maximum...