The Most Remote State Park In Pennsylvania Is The Perfect Place To Escape
By Beth Price-Williams|Updated on April 23, 2024(Originally published September 14, 2023)
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Beth Price-Williams
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A professional writer for more than two decades, Beth has lived in nearly a dozen states – from Missouri and Virginia to Connecticut and Vermont – and Toronto, Canada. In addition to traveling extensively in the U.S. and the U.K., she has a BA in Journalism from Point Park University (PA), a MA in Holocaust & Genocide Studies from Stockton University (NJ), and a Master of Professional Writing from Chatham University (PA). A writer and editor for Only In Your State since 2016, Beth grew up in and currently lives outside of Pittsburgh and when she’s not writing or hanging out with her bunnies, budgies, and chinchilla, she and her daughter are out chasing waterfalls.
A day in nature, far from the sounds of car engines and honking horns, is often just what we need to help life’s stress simply melt away. With so many state parks, nature reserves, and natural wonders in Pennsylvania, we’re never too far from our next outdoor adventure. When it’s quiet you’re seeking, head over to Reeds Gap State Park in Pennsylvania.
One of the first things you'll likely notice when you arrive at Reeds Gap State Park is the quiet, broken only by the sound of birds tweeting or water in creeks rushing by.
With four hiking trails all clocking in at two miles or less, there's no better way to get to know this tranquil state park, undeniably one of the best state parks in Pennsylvania. The shortest trail, Reeds Gap Spur Trail, is just .75 of a mile and is part of the larger Mid State Trail.
Spanning just two miles, the Historic Dam Trail earns an easy rating and leads past the remains of a stone dam. Benches dot the path, too, so you can take a breather.
If you're looking for PA state parks that promise something in every season, you can't go wrong at Reeds Gap State Park. Cross-country skiing is a popular pastime during the winter.
From waterfalls to wildflowers, the Pennsylvania state park is brimming with beauty. If you're not in the mood for a hike, how about relaxing and doing a bit of wildlife watching?
If you're up for a rustic adventure, pitch a tent at one of the 14 campsites in the park. Camping is allowed seasonally from the second Friday in April until the third Sunday in October. Pets are allowed.
Have you been to Reeds Gap State Park in Pennsylvania? What did you think? Do you agree it is one of the best PA state parks? Let us know in the comments! Did you know that the longest hiking trail in Pennsylvania also runs through Milroy?
If you’re up for even more hiking adventures, check out AllTrails Plus, where you’ll find maps, photos, and hiker reviews.
