I've camped at Hickory Run a few times and although this time there were some updates, there were…read moresome major downfalls. I stayed in the organized group camping area and loved how the sites that we booked allowed for plenty of tents to spread out within your group. We stayed in J, K and L. Last year there were porter potties and this year there was a bathhouse. Sadly there were no showers, the family bathroom was locked all weekend, and maintence getting to the bathroom was not good. Wehad to walk through a field of knee high grass to get there. During peak tick season, this was not ideal. Lastly, quiet hours apparently do not exist this is area of camping. Groups around us were chanting and singing before 5am and had an intense volleyball match at 6am. Boyscotts camped near us and were up late screaming until 12am. There needs to be more ranger presence, this truly altered our experience. The state park itself has great hiking and swimming area but the organized group sites were very mismanaged.

Who doesn't love Pennsylvania, and its beautiful state parks, waterfalls and nature itself…read more Visiting in town, and discovered this park, and Hawk Falls. The hike was moderate, highly recommend hiking boots, as its down hill short trial, but well worth the view of the 25 foot water fall. Perfect early week activity, and best of all was free to visit, not like the state parks in NY.

Highly recommend making a stop if you're in the nearby area! This unique, amazing little state park…read moreis worth a drive out of your way on any road or camping trip happening nearby. After we hiked a nearby trail, we drove about 30 minutes down a narrow, pothole-sprinkled road weaving through the woods to end up at a parking lot with lots of trees leading to a small clearing. As you walk closer, an ocean of boulders is revealed and it is truly spectacular. I've never seen anything quite like it, Devil's Postpile is the nearest comparison I could make. We had fun walking on the boulders to see how far we'd get, and in all the entire stop took less than 30 minutes. I definitely recommend travelers of all ages make a stop at this geological wonder!

Getting there is a challenge make sure you have a taller vehicle. Lots of pot holes. However once…read morethere it is amazing how all there rock made it there.

This is literally a hidden gem in the Pocono's grand scheme of mountains and grasslands…read more It's a beautiful spot through a mix of rugged and beautiful winding roads. When we arrived here it was to watch the morning sunrise. As the weather was cloudy, we ended up just seeing grey clouds from the viewpoint in a misty morning and returned. They have a fair size of parking and the place looked well maintained.

I went hiking here with my family and it was incredible! First time hiking. The trails were marked…read moreand easy to follow even though the terrain was full of rocks. There was so much beautiful wildlife and an amazing view at the top. What a lovely experience.

The entire day went great sitting around the fall, relaxing reading taking pictures watching the…read moreducks. I just enjoying our day there. Perfect perfect day. Happy Birthday escape for my sweetheart and me

Nice area, but not very large. You will spend about a half hour at the falls. It is worth the…read morevisit. There are plenty of parking spaces. If you use google, it directs to make a left. Follow the sign that directs you to go right.

As of 6/28/24, there is no playground. Looks like a new one is being built though. There is a nice…read morewalking path that is stroller friendly. We enjoyed ourselves despite no playground!

What a beautiful location, Blanche D Price, Memorial Park located in Pocono Pines Pennsylvania…read more My daughter booked and rented the Main Lodge in the park so she could have an indoor & outdoor setting, for a Wedding Reception. We were allowed to decorate, both indoors & outdoors, the tables & chairs were provided by the facility so you can set them up accordingly to how many guest and the type of celebration. We had approximately 200 guest, our celebration was for a BBQ wedding reception. Many of the guest complimented how spacious and roomy the venue they chose, they were delighted to see there was a playground just a few yards for the children to play and within eye's view from the main lodge. There is a small outdoor stage for entertainment but there is no shade or covering for the entertainers/musicians, granted you can provide a pop up tent if necessary. Inside the Lodge there is a small stage loft with lots of room for tables chairs and dancing.. The outside of the main lodge, is a wrap around deck for plenty of room to sets extra tables and chairs or hang out at the banister and listen to the music. Plenty of room to mingle with friends and meet the new family. The main lodge has its own male/female bathrooms,a kitchen, fridge, stove, oven there is a center island table for cutting or prepping, there is hot & cold water but no dishwasher so you will need to bring your kitchen amenities such as dish soap, trash bags etc. The location is well kept and clean as well as the playground equipment. was very happy & delighted to have such a wonderful venue to share with my family, my new family and friends for this memorable event.

Beautiful large lake (52 miles round). There are areas around the lake that cannot be developed, so…read morenature surrounds you. The scenery is peaceful. The lake has 4 islands and one is where eagles nest, so you will see eagles soaring over the lake. Lots of ducks on the lake and you can fish. There are 2 campgrounds on the lake too! The people are friendly and the water is fresh! Nice farm to table restaurants in the area with 4 on the lake so you can dock your water vessel and dine!

It was such a delight to have traversed through this lake. There is a convenient parking lot…read moreadjacent to the beginning of the trail. The entire lake encompasses 52 miles of shoreline, 5,700 acres, and is 13 miles long. If you're interested in a boat tour, they have them available and we saw many on the lake. The trail will take you through various types of terrain, but they're all enjoyable and full of sites to see. As you're making your way through the tree filled section of the trail, don't forget to look for the geocaches that are hidden throughout. It is fun to hunt and each geocache contains cool items.

Nice park, spacious, several basketball courts. Great for leagues and tournaments. Very nice…read moregrounds and easy to get to.

In a city with a lot of things really out of whack including a lying and corrupt mayor, Cedar Beach…read morePark is truly a gem. Between this park and Trexler Park it's hard to decide which is better because each one offers a lot. At Cedar Beach you're talking four basketball courts, four volleyball courts, a half mile walking trail around Lake Muhlenberg, various picnic pavilions and of course the star of the show; the 1900 square foot destination playground which is one of the finest in the area even if some things after almost six years are starting to show their age like a few of the swings that are currently missing, but I digress. Not everything is what it could be with Cedar Pool being closed all last year due to a leak but at least it's not like in the 80's and 90's when Canadian Geese overran the park and made everything a giant cesspool of goose shit to the point that city would capture hundreds or even thousands of birds a year and truck them to other states. articles.mcall.com/1987-06-23/news/2570803_1_geese-goose-population-migratory-birds But, between the pool, the playground, the sport courts, the variety of trees and the rose garden across the street it's truly a beautiful place.

This place is truly a gem. Inside the state park is a very clean and quiet lakeside beach. No…read morehouses to be seen, just a ton of trees. The beginning part of the water has quite a few rocks but they were smooth- but the further out you go there is a lot less. I found the swimming area to be quite big. They have a smoking section not too far from the beach along with a snack station (cash only) If you are in the area, it is worth checking out for sure!

Some of these 1 star reviews are SENDING ME lmaaoooo. From the racism (how dare "Spanish people" be…read moreat the beach playing "their" music amirite) to the small town cops I'm so done lol. Anyway I had a fabulous time. Read on for more por favor. My commentary is about the HIKING - nothing more nothing less. We had a tri-chapter meetup with my peeps from Body Liberation Outdoor Club - Northern NJ, Hudson Valley, and Eastern PA. Btdubs, if you're looking to enjoy the outdoors in an affirming space, holler at me. Anyway, we met at the Christman, Falls, and Cove Ridge trailhead and hiked a substantial loop to the falls, the Pohopoco river(?), and in and out of the woods. It was fantastic! Some nice elevation, soft packed trails, not too much mud, leafy forest bed, and as is common on the east coast - some roots and rocks to make sure you're paying attention. 5 miles of glorious spring sunshine and whispering trees. Couldn't ask for more! You Should Know: -parking at this trailhead is safe - room for about 8 or 9 cars and directly across from houses -this trail is NOT accessible -some parts of the trail sit high above the river - watch your step or else you'll take a devastating tumble to the great beyond -about 3/4 mile grassy walk to the actual trail from the parking area -If you use All Trails app, it was surprisingly accurate IYKYK - no bathrooms anywhere near here - pack in and pack out

After our initial visit to the Bear Creek Seven Tubs Recreational Area saw me turned away, I…read moredecided to explore the Bear Creek Preserve. I was already all set with sunscreen and bug spray, and I wasn't about to let my drive go to waste. The preserve offers several trails that are open to everyone. I chose the red trail, which was about 4 miles long. It wasn't too challenging, but the rocky terrain means wear sturdy shoes. As you walk, you'll find plenty of sights and photo spots, along with a few benches for a quick rest. This Preserve is great whether you're going solo or with a group. Just make sure you're prepared for the walk. It can be quite tiring, but it's definitely worth it!

Great place to get out and visit nature. Falls, views and creeks. It's a moderate to easy hike…read morethrough the mountains. The trails are well marked.

Megalith Park is a simple but unique experience to check out if you're (somewhat) in the area. Its…read morea very nice, well maintained park with plenty of Megaliths to admire and take pictures with. Its a relatively small and can be fully explored in 1-2 hours. But you could easily spend more time here on a nice day. Its a bit off the beaten path, but the curvy, mountainous roads make the drive there enjoyable. Its a great place for a date, family outing, or just some alone time. Great photo ops.

"The Way You Think It Is May Not Be the Way It Is At All."…read more This is the beautiful quote that's written out on the park's map that represents what this place truly is. As it states, it is a sanctuary - a sacred place for meditation, quietness and reflection. There are about 90 stones throughout the sanctuary - sourced locally and placed between 1980 and 2005 - that are nearly 3.6 billion (!) years old. Wow. There is a pond area as well, filled with koi fish and other little creatures. Since we've had a long, harsh winter in the North East this year, not much had bloomed and the trees were still bare with lots of anticipating bursts of spring ahead. I did capture a few daffodils and flowers poking their way through some of the brush. The trails are easy, natural and inviting. We arrived fairly early in the AM on a Saturday, and snagged a parking spot. There is limited parking and by the time we were leaving, the spots were all full. I would think the earlier in the day one can come, the better it is all around. Upon leaving a realized there is also a little Resource Center and Gem Shop by the fountains, but we were on our way out and skipped exploring this. Plus I was on my way to (a very clean!) porter-potty (so thankful one was on site.) toilet paper & hand sanitizer, too! Just as an FYI Thoroughly enjoyed coming here and exploring this beautiful, simple space. I love that they're a sanctuary, a non-profit organization committed to preserving nature's beauty and diversity. My heart was happy. Thankful. Inspiring. Would love to possibly create a similar nature sanctuary in the city one day.