This is a park with a little something for everyone. You pass tennis courts as you make your way…read moreinto the park which is nice. There's also a baseball field, pavilion with lots of tables, and plenty of open grass/ field. There are also two separate playground areas, one for ages 2-5 and then another for 6-12. If you're there during peak times on a Saturday the amount of children/ tweens and parents there can feel a bit overwhelming. So I would advise trying to avoid peak times on a Saturday. Sundays seem a little more calm. There are so many cool features at this playground your child will definitely have fun and wear themselves out! There's also a waterway/ creek that has ducks in it frequently and what appears to be a path/walkway/ walking trail. This park has everything you need for a day or afternoon at the park!

Awesome place! Id love to visit again haha the kids LOVED IT! Charles almost fell in though....stay…read moresafe!

The best playground we've ever taken our children too! He didn't want to leave! The soft ground…read morecoverings were peace of mind while he ran about with all the other children.

Lots of space to play and clean bathrooms. What more could you want?…read more I can't think of anything negative to say about this park. There is plenty of parking, is wheelchair- friendly, and is spread out, but small enough to let your little ones roam without worry. There is also a nice walking path that goes around the perimeter of the property that is good to get the wiggles out if the playground is not enough.

I headed up to Cameron-Masland Mansion on a warm, sunny October Sunday, planning just to check out…read morethe scenic overlook... and accidentally stumbled into the Friends of Kings Gap Annual Garden Harvest Day. Food, crafts, live music, crowds, and enough traffic to require Park Rangers directing cars--definitely more than I bargained for, but sometimes that's half the fun. The mansion itself is a gorgeous 32-room stone villa perched on the mountaintop, built in 1908. On this day, the inside was open to wander through, though I admit I was a little disappointed to find vendor booths set up in many of the rooms. Not exactly ideal for soaking in the mansion's character or snapping quality photos, especially when another full field of vendors was set up right across the street. Still, it was cool to step inside and imagine what life here must have been like in the early 1900s--quiet, peaceful, with endless valley views. Speaking of views: the terrace overlook is the true star here. On this bright, cloudless day, with the leaves just beginning to turn, it was absolutely stunning. The terrace even had two velvet chairs and some pumpkins set up for a fun fall photo op. I spent the most time here, just taking in the sights and thinking about how many people have stood in that same spot over the last century. I also popped by the Education Center and wandered through the mansion garden (though the garden seemed like it could use a little love). All told, it was a fun stop that combined history, nature, and a little unexpected festival energy. I don't know that I need to go back, but it was definitely worth visiting once--and that view alone is bucket-list worthy.

We stopped by on a whim today. We drove to the top of the mountain to the mansion. What a…read moregorgeous view! There's quite a few pull offs with picnic tables. There's walking trails and a bridge over a small creek. There's also an education center.

I've now hiked Pine Grove Furnace twice -- once on a warm February Saturday morning just to get out…read moreand move, and once specifically to check out the Appalachian Trail Midway Point marker. Both visits delivered exactly what I was looking for: quiet, well-maintained woods and a chance to disappear for a bit. Parking was easy both times. I found spots right near the trailheads without circling or waiting, which immediately set the tone for a low-stress hike. Even better? Across both visits, I saw a grand total of three other people. Three. If you're looking for seclusion and space to think, this is a solid choice. The trails themselves are clearly cared for. They were well-maintained, free of trash and debris, and the recent tree work was evident in the best way -- cleaned up, safe, and thoughtfully handled. Blazes were easy to follow and intersections were clearly marked, so navigation on the ground wasn't an issue at all. One important heads-up: I had zero cell service with Verizon either time I was there. None. Plan ahead. Download your maps, save your trail info offline, and don't rely on pulling anything up once you're in the woods. It's peaceful... but it's disconnected. Beyond the trails themselves, there's a lot to appreciate in the area -- from Appalachian Trail landmarks like the Midway Point marker to the surrounding natural beauty that makes this part of Pennsylvania so special. It's one of those places that feels quietly significant without being overrun. If you're looking for a quiet hike, a reset, or just some time in well-kept woods without crowds, Pine Grove Furnace is an excellent option. Peaceful, scenic, and exactly what it should be.

Cute little campsites. Has everything you need. With tall tall tall tall trees. Very green. We…read morereally enjoyed it here. It's perfect for families with kids and there are little playground areas to enjoy. The bathrooms were overrun and dirty so a head's up on that. The lakes and beach areas were cute and very kidsy for the little ones. I found the waters way too murky for my preference but if you love bullfrogs and lily pads in black water then this is the spot for you. I just can't do too much algae overload.

Easily marked hiking trails, clean restrooms. Nice mix of easy and difficult trails. Plenty of…read morepicnic tables and grills.

Beautiful Park, quiet and peaceful surroundings-had a nice picnic with my husband. Exercise walking…read moreup steps to get a beautiful view of the lake. Will enjoy visiting again.

If you've never been to Big Spring State Park, you're seriously missing out on one of…read morePennsylvania's best-kept little secrets. It's tucked into the side of Conococheague Mountain and surrounded by Tuscarora State Forest -- which makes it quiet. Like, so freaking quiet. The kind of quiet where you can actually hear your own thoughts... or question all your life choices while admiring the trees. I went early on a chilly October Saturday morning to hike the Tunnel Trail and see the abandoned train tunnel. The park lists it as "more difficult hiking," but I have questions. Because this out-of-shape, 40-year-old woman -- hiking solo in Hey Dudes, mind you -- handled it just fine. A few big rocks to navigate and one short, steep-ish climb near the end, but nothing that required an oxygen tank or a pep talk. The tunnel itself is super cool and loaded with history. The Newport and Shermans Valley Railroad started digging it in 1894, got about 10% done, and then apparently said "nah, we're good." You can peek inside and see where it abruptly ends about 100 feet in. There's a little fence, but no "keep out" signs. I didn't go in, though, because there was what looked suspiciously like fresh animal blood leading into the darkness and I wasn't looking to become part of the food chain that day. I admired from a safe distance and called that a win. The rest of the park is small but really charming. Picnic tables, a few pavilions, and even what looks like an old stone fireplace near the bathrooms. Speaking of bathrooms -- we need to talk about those. They're not your average grimy state park port-a-potties. These were fancy port-a-johns. Clean, surprisingly non-stinky, and fully stocked with toilet paper. I almost shed a tear of joy. The roads leading in are in great shape (even the unpaved parts), the trails are well-marked, and there's just enough cell service to make a call if you need to -- which is nice when you're adventuring solo. All in all, Big Spring State Park might be tiny, but it packs in a ton of history, scenery, and peace. It's the perfect low-key spot for an easy hike, a quiet picnic, or just to clear your head for a few hours. Highly recommend it!

This is a 45 acre park in western perry county, plast blain and new germantown. it is pretty small…read moreitself, but is totally surrounded by thousands of acres of state forest land. it is kind of rugged and mountainy. there is a decent mile or so long trail, the iron horseshoe. we ealked it last summer, and it turned out to be pretty cool. it was basically a railroad grade that ended up in a mountain, they tried to build a tunnel there a centruy ago, but never completed it and the company that made it went out of business. anyway, good hike, nice picnic area, very peaceful and quiet.

There's a lot to explore along this tiny lake. There are memorials, paths, art, and places to fish…read more If you enjoy history, the lake has deep connections to the Underground Railroad.

Children's Lake is not only a great place to walk, but it's also a lovely historic area in…read moreCumberland County. I was familiar with Children's Lake and the closed Boiling Springs Tavern, but not with the landmark Carlisle Iron Works Furnace, the ironmaster's mansion, and the artesian well spring that "Bubbles."

We brought our 2 granddaughters, age 4 and 2, for an afternoon outing. They had lots on fun on the…read morevarious slides, swings, etc, and there were other children to play with. Nothing seemed treacherous, and we all had a good time. There is ample parking nearby, and the environment was quite safe.

Great playground for kids. We loved the wooden structure with numerous slides,mazes and swings…read more It's located right inside Penn Township Community Park which offers small baseball fields, covered picnic grounds, and portable restrooms

We rented a cottage for like $150 a night and got a huge place for ourselves. It was 3 bedroom…read morewith bunk beds in two of the rooms. Large sun room, living room and a big kitchen. We went hiking during the day time and covered a couple of trails, played board games in the evening and campfire at night. The trails were well marked. Appalachian Trail(AT marked in white) goes right through the park. There was a shelter. It was the cleanest and best shelter I have seen in a state park. Well maintained. The side trails are marked in blue. You can book the cottages for daily or weekly rental on the website of The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources ( or search for pennsylvaniastateparks) General information: 717-787-2869 We stayed at Caledonia House #2 Located along US 30, Caledonia Lodge is a two-story frame house available for rent year round. The lodge has: Modern kitchen Closed-in porch One and one half baths Dining room Living room Central heat Three bedrooms that sleep ten people

I remember the place from growing up nearby. We have had many memorable camping trips there over…read morethe years.

Our first cavern tour ever! Our tour guide Robin made it fun and interactive. We were grateful for…read morethe 52 degree temperature inside the caverns in contrast to the humid 85 degrees on the outside. Experiencing cave darkness was memorable and intense. My favorite area was where we could see the crystal clear pond in the cave floor. Next to the visitor center are some goats, alpacas, and a turkey. Also there's a cage with a blue and white peacock. I wish the peacocks had more space to roam, as mentioned by another Yelper.

PROS: very cool cavern! Huge, many tunnels, and history behind it is neat. Ian the tour guide was…read moreamazing! Loads of parking, affordable, big gift shop, walk-in's welcome CONS: you need to walk up and down a 70 step staircase which some people can't do OVERALL: unless you have a challenge taking on a large staircase I highly recommend coming here as it'll blow your mind!