DCNR Calendar of Events

Swatara State Park

The 3,520-acre Swatara State Park consists of rolling fields and woodlands situated in the Swatara Valley, between Second and Blue mountains. Scenic Swatara Creek meanders the length of the park and is surrounded by forests and wetlands that support a diversity of wildlife.

1450 Suedburg Road, Pine Grove, PA 17963, USA

Phone

717-865-6470

Website

dcnr.pa.gov

Region

East

Manager

Courtney Troutman

Email

memorialsp@pa.gov

Upcoming Events

Fossil Frenzy: Digging through PA’s Past

Did you know we have fossils right under our feet? Come learn about the types of fossils we find here at Swatara State Park, how they were created, and what...

10/8 10am
Hook, Line, and Simple: Fishing

Nothing makes you appreciate nature more than learning to rig a fishing line, baiting a hook, and cast a rod. We will provide tackle, bait, and fishing rods!...

10/8 12pm
Bear Hole Trail Drive-Thru

Come explore Bear Hole Trail by car! The Drive-Thru begins at Swopes Valley Trailhead (40.522343,-76.469334) and goes 5 miles through the center of park,...

10/13 9am
Bordner Cabin Hike with State Rep. Russ Diamond

Join Rep. Russ Diamond and park staff for a 3-mile hike in the heart of Swatara State Park. The hike will begin at Sand Siding parking lot...

10/14 9:30am
Bear Hole Trail Drive-Thru

Come explore Bear Hole Trail by car! The Drive-Thru begins at Swopes Valley Trailhead (40.522343,-76.469334) and goes 5 miles through the center of park,...

10/14 11am

Recent Events

Salamander Safari

9/22/2023

Recent Activity

Lynn Kreiser Miller

Lynn Kreiser Miller posted a photo 8/11/2018

Swatara at the App Trail bridge. Swatara at the App Trail bridge.

Memorial Lake SP Complex

Memorial Lake SP Complex posted a photo 12/8/2015