Calendar - Trough Creek State Parkhttps://events.dcnr.pa.gov/trough_creek_state_park/calendarCalendar - Trough Creek State ParkFri, 15 May 2026 10:40:23 -040060en-usLocalistMay 21, 2026: Plants in the Park with Penn State Extension at Trough Creek State ParkJoin Penn State Extension forestry educator, Cathryn Pugh, for a leisurely walk through Trough Creek state park, where you’ll discover common plants and learn the basics of plant identification. Participants will have the opportunity to engage their senses and experience the botanical world in new and exciting ways.

Meeting Location Pavilion #1

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5242594987488740.31192-78.129837Thu, 21 May 2026 13:00:00 -04002026-05-21T13:00:00-04:00https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/event/plants-in-the-park-with-penn-state-extensionMay 23, 2026: Geo Hike: Balanced Rock Trail at Trough Creek State ParkTake a walk to the beautiful Balanced Rock and learn how the geology of the area put it there. On the way, we’ll learn a little about the natural history of the park that put the area on the map. This is an easier hike; however, hikers will need to navigate a large set of stone stairs to get to Balanced Rock. (Approx 0.5 mi)

Meeting Location: Balanced Rock Trail Head

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5274367052219740.31192-78.129837Sat, 23 May 2026 13:00:00 -04002026-05-23T13:00:00-04:00https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/event/geo-hike-balanced-rock-trail-6599May 23, 2026: Science in the Park: Birds of Prey at Trough Creek State ParkRaptors are not just in Jurassic Park! Join the park naturalist as we discuss raptors, the birds of prey that dominate the sky. After the presentation, we will see what one of the birds had for dinner.

Meeting Location: Campground Amphitheater

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5274367838630040.31192-78.129837Sat, 23 May 2026 17:00:00 -04002026-05-23T17:00:00-04:00https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/event/science-in-the-park-birds-of-prey-4732May 24, 2026: Fish for Free Day: Fishing Basics at Trough Creek State ParkDrop in for a little fishing on Fish for Free day. Our park educator will have some loaner rods available and can help you with the basics of fishing.

Meeting Location: Picnic Area 4

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5274368807513240.31192-78.129837Sun, 24 May 2026 09:00:00 -04002026-05-24T09:00:00-04:00https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/event/fish-for-free-day-fishing-basicsMay 25, 2026: Early Birds: Cemetery Trail at Trough Creek State ParkCome enjoy an easy hike to our historic cemetery. On the way, we will learn about the history of Paradise Furnace and Trough Creek State Park. (Approx 1 mi)

Meeting Location: Paradise Furnace

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5274370001936540.31192-78.129837Mon, 25 May 2026 10:00:00 -04002026-05-25T10:00:00-04:00https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/event/early-birds-cemetery-trail-9231May 30, 2026: Hike: Overlook Loop at Trough Creek State ParkJoin the park naturalist for a hike on the Overlook loop. Enjoy your surroundings as you take in the wonderment of Trough Creek State Park. Make sure to wear trail shoes and bring water. This hike has some moderate elevations changes and is rocky and narrow in places. (Approx 1.6 mi)

Meeting Location: Balanced Rock Trailhead

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5274372721444840.31192-78.129837Sat, 30 May 2026 13:00:00 -04002026-05-30T13:00:00-04:00https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/event/hike-overlook-loop-5750May 30, 2026: Amazing Adaptations at Trough Creek State ParkIt’s hard to survive in the wild. Join our park educator was we discuss how the local critters do it. We will see how these amazing adaptations help these critters thrive.

Meeting Location: Campground Amphitheater

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5274373223013240.31192-78.129837Sat, 30 May 2026 17:00:00 -04002026-05-30T17:00:00-04:00https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/event/amazing-adaptations-2627