Beautiful scenery! Clean bathrooms. Respectful other campers. Not far from Ohiopyle and there's…read morelots to see and do there too.

Husband and I had a nice drive to Kooser State Park to do a little fishing. It is located off PA…read moreroute 31 between Donegal and Somerset. I think at times it is often overlooked but it has clean restrooms, plenty of picnic tables, camping site, a few hiking trails and pavilions. It is smaller than some of the other state parks. The lake is stocked with trout, but you can also catch perch and blue gill. No boats are allowed and all fishing must be done from the shoreline. It has been years since I was here last. Our family and friends used to swim in the ice cold spring water, but swimming is no longer allowed. The remnants of the old beach can be seen. Nice park for a family picnic and fishing.

Played a little pickleball here with a group of fabulous ladies. I was only here once but may make…read moreit back there.

I am fortunate to have this township park and Twin Lakes, a county park, fairly close to my home…read more Twin Lakes is visually appealing but this park has a lot going for it with the athletic complex. Different classes and team sports are sponsored and tailored for different age groups. The cost is fairly minimal Pickle ball, zumba, soccer, yoga are just a few. There are picnic pavilions available for rent. I have attended several graduation parties and one wedding at Hempfield Park. There is a paved walking track that one can use also. My latest visit was to attend a Senior Expo sponsored by our state representative. There was a very large crowd but the building was large enough that one didn't feel crowed or squeezed in. I still prefer Twin Lakes to walk my cocker spaniel, but with winter approaching, I aim to take advantage of some of indoor classes.

This was redone and I was the one who went to Borough Council to get the ball rolling. The person…read morereminiscing has the same fond memories as I do, but when it was built there was barely the internet so materials have changed with the times. There was so much time, money, energy, and planning put into the rebuild. Lots of locals helped. The flooring is a comfy and expensive one. This allows mom's with strollers, those that have rolling life devices (grandparents, handicapped, etc.) There's a section for babies and toddlers and the other section (it's all in one) for bigger kids. The materials used were ones that should sustain and not rot like the wood was doing before and had inappropriate things carved into them. There's plenty to do and it's definitely loved and utilized by people from all over. I know for a fact that many come from neighboring cities to enjoy it, so that should speak for itself. Plan a day there and enjoy a picnic under one of the pavilions. There's to be a redo of the rest of the park like the tennis courts, basketball courts, and adding a small pickleball court, and skating park. The best is that most of the time it is being used and enjoyed.

Very nice Lee redone recently has the rubber tire ground up formed base large wooden playground…read morestructures lots of swings slides handicap accessible great for children of all ages including adults has a beautiful pavilion with picnic tables in it.

Great place to go for a walk or hike in the local area! I didn't know about this park until I saw…read moreit on the Johnstown bucketlist. We started at the main trailhead on Luzerne Street, next to the Westmont Municipal Building. "Luzerne" is the main trail and is a relatively easy hike, but keep in mind if you start at this trailhead it is mostly downhill, so be prepared for an uphill trek on your way back! They have maps and info at the entrance, helpful if you're unfamiliar with the area. We saw a ton of deer on our walk (end of May), and there were plenty of options to veer off onto different trails. There were also several pavilions we encountered which would have been nice for picnicking (however are currently closed due to COVID). We'll be back next season!

Stackhouse park is a beautiful 277 acre expansion of pure nature. It has over 7 miles of biking and…read morehiking trails. And filled with fun events year round. I am blessed because the park begins in my backyard so i have the pleasure of enjoying it everyday! Daily you can see hundreds of people enjoying the trails by foot or by bike. And also a fantastic place to walk your pooch if you have one. They have a long flowing peaceful creek that runs down the center with several bridge crossings for easy access. Many events take place year round. One Of my faves is called Shakespeare in the park.in which a talented acting group performs one of Willie's famous plays. Take a blanket and a bottle of wine and it makes for the perfect adult evening. They also have many public picnics with barbecues and bands which is fun for the whole family. The winter is no stranger to fun in the park as it is great for sled riding or toboggans!!!! A great natural monument for the city of Johnstown!!

Beautiful area with intermediate-difficulty trails that are, unfortunately, not particularly well…read moremarked. (We weren't the only ones who got lost.) Hiking shoes, good weather, and plenty of time are necessary, especially if you will be traversing the miles of trail in the central portion of the park. The promised "vistas" on Painter Rock Trail never materialized--perhaps because the leaves were still on the trees? However, we were there for the foliage first, and that delivered. May try again in the spring out and back along the 3.3 miles of Roaring Run Trail. Being an hour from Pittsburgh, it doesn't make sense to spend less than 2 hours out on the trails anyway.

I'm a trail-a-holic, so I know good hiking trails when I see them. It's not that this trail was…read moreabsolutely horrible, but it was boring. The trail was a little up and down (but nothing like we were anticipating), the river was completely dried (even though it was pouring as we were walking through), and there was no opening in the trees. What we wanted: A waterfall, an opening in the trees to see the mountains, and a trail that was more intense. Basically, the Roaring Run trail makes a big loop. I believe we started at the entrance on Fire Tower Road which led into the woods. We reached the opposite side at Painter Rock Rd and the trail made one giant loop back to our car. It was anti-climactic. There were many trees on this trail, but none that led to an opening to see the mountains in the distance. If that opening existed, my rating would have jumped to a 5/5. We did some climbing along the trail but I never felt out of breath or anything like that. Basically, it's a straight shot to the first road, and a bit hilly on the way back, but nothing too exciting. The best part about this trail was stumbling upon an old graveyard. It was creepy at the time because it was rainy and dreary, so the feel was very creepy. Apparently where we were hiking, it had been somewhat of a small town. There was a random schoolhouse which looked like it had been destroyed at some point in the past. The graveyard stretched back to the mid nineteenth century, with some tombstones which looked a bit older than that. Besides the graveyard, our hike was was pretty average. I think I would have rather went to one of the state parks instead, where waterfalls and mountainous overviews existed. Oh well...

Mount Davis, PA is the highest point in the state at 3213 feet. Hiking it is easy as elevation gain…read moreis pretty negligible, and the shortest route is the high point trail about a mile in and a mile back out from the picnic area. BUT, if you want to make it a worthy trip, I suggest connecting some trails : High Point Trail, Tub Mill Run trail, Timberslide Trail, shelter Rock Road, Shelter Rock Trail, Mt. Davis Trail to Mt Davis tower for about 5 miles Then, the trip back to the car at the picnic area is via the High Point Trail for a mere mile. I found the best resource for connecting these trails was from the book "50 Hikes" in Western Pennsylvania" by Tom Thwaites. And, it pained me as a book lover, but I did tear out those pages to have with me on my trek. They were invaluable. All along every trail are Rhododendron. This would be a glorious hike when they are in bloom. As it was, my trek was late April under sunny skies and 80 degree weather. It was a very pretty hike with a bit of babbling streams and even a natural hot spring. I went on a Monday and didn't see a single soul. Solitude and nature at its best.

Y'all, ignore the address of this page. I have attempted, on several occasions, to have the…read moreaddress updated. The address listed is for a location that is about 45 miles away. If you are attempting to find your way here just type in Mount Davis, Elk Lick Township, PA, 15558. This will take your directly to the area, trust me. There is no higher ground in Pennsylvania than Mt. Davis, literally. It is the highest point in the state, and that is not very high compared to other states, 3,213 feet. The area is located in Forbes State Forest. Mt. Davis Observation Area is a nice area to visit. Listen to me when I say this, do NOT visit this place when there is snow on the ground. You will get stuck, and you will regret it. I definitely did, even with my all wheel drive vehicle. I got stuck and thankfully was helped out by other people that were stuck. When it is nicer out, this is a great place to visit. Once you park in the lot there are several different ways to approach the observation tower. All of this is marked by paths and plagues everywhere. If you are afraid of heights or tight spaces, the observation tower is not for your. It can be a bit dizzying and if someone is coming down, you need to wait for your turn. It is not a staircase that you can step to the side. Once you take in the view from atop the observation tower there is a nearby area that gives you some history of the area and some fun facts. It's a great natural area in Pennsylvania.

Love taking my dusty here nicest dog park i have been to, he loves playing with other dogs there,…read morenice benches nice layout, very clean, fountains for dogs, poop bags provided what more can u want

I like to visit this new section of Twin Lakes Park. It has a great deal deal to offer. There is…read morea skate park, dog park, playground, exercise course, walking path, pavilions, sled riding hill and deck hockey arena. No excuses to say you're bored. I occasionally bring my dog to the dog park to play with some pals. My main complaint is that the dog park section is on a fairly steep hill and it gets very muddy and it stays that way. There are three sections for the dogs, but usually one part is closed to let the grass recover. Also, my dog is on the smaller size and goes in the small dog section. Sometimes people let their bigger dogs in that section. She gets run over even though it's play. Parking is good, but it does get crowded by the deck hockey arena and dog park.

Great, public park with four swings, two slides, rock-climbing wall, and pretty landscaping. The…read morechurch next door is pretty, too.

This is a really nice park in the uptown area of Somerset. It has a nice playground for the kids,…read morepicnic table area and there is a pavilion if you want to stay out of the sun. Also a nice grassy area for the kids to play and run around. Plenty of parking and it is off the main traffic by one street so it's quiet for the most part. It is a really nice place to stop if you are on the road traveling through and want to slow down for an hour and enjoy the beauty of the country park within the town.