Backpacking in Pennsylvania State Parks and Forests

Looking for more information about backpacking in the Pennsylvania state park system? Keep reading! Table of Contents What is Primitive Camping or Backpacking? Backpacking in PA State Parks Backpacking in PA State Forests Summary of Differences between Backpacking in State Parks vs State Forests Most of the best places to backpack in Pennsylvania are part …

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Hays Woods: Pittsburgh’s Newest Park

Looking for more information about Hays Woods? Check out my tips for visiting Pittsburgh’s newest park! Looking to explore Pittsburgh’s parks? Look no further than Hays Woods, a hidden gem tucked away in the Steel City’s southeastern corner. This park is a wonderful place to get away from the city, soak in some views, and see amazing …

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List of PA State Parks

Looking for a comprehensive list of the state parks in Pennsylvania? Read on! Looking for a state park in Pennsylvania? I’ve got you covered with a list of all of the state parks in PA, alphabetical by region. I’ve used the same regions as the PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) for consistency. …

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State Parks Near Harrisburg

Check out this list of state parks near Harrisburg if you love visiting Pennsylvania State Parks! Visiting Harrisburg and looking to sneak in a visit to a state park? There are a surprising number of state parks close to our state’s capital! These six state parks near Harrisburg have different things to offer visitors, from …

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Best Backpacking in Western Pennsylvania

Looking to get outdoors and do some backpacking in Pennsylvania? Check out my list of best places to backpack in western Pennsylvania! Table of Contents Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail Moraine State Park Oil Creek Quebec Run Wild Area Cook Forest Why Backpack in Western Pennsylvania? I am relatively new to the world of backpacking. My …

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