Some of the symptoms of water borne illnesses are not particularly fun. They can lead to rashes or stomach aches, cramps, ...

In central Pennsylvania, the DCNR noted a 37% increase in state park campsite bookings in March with 4,367 reservations compared to 3,180 reservations in March 2024.

Anyone who doubts the economic importance of outdoor recreation in Pennsylvania should visit rural Huntingdon County, home of ...

Reservations for state park campsites can be made online at visitPAparks.com or by calling 888-PA-PARKS (888-727-2757). Hallas reminds campers not to wait too long to make a reservation.

The five-year blueprint outlines 14 goals and 55 action steps, including making Pennsylvania's outdoor spaces more inclusive, ...

If you’re looking to swim, you won’t be able to at several state parks across the Keystone State, including some in our area. Beaches at eight state parks are closed to swimming as of Thursday, ...

Members from the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) joined local officials and community partners at Culliton Park in Lancaster to celebrate the Commonwealth’s second annual ...

HARRISBURG, Pa. -- The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) announced Friday, that the ban on campfires in Pennsylvania’s state parks and on forest lands has been lifted.

The 2025–2029 Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) outlines 14 goals and 55 action steps to meet PA's ...

For more information on state parks and forests and recreation in Pennsylvania, visit DCNR’s website, Visit the Good Natured DCNR Blog, Click Here for upcoming events, Click Here to hook up with ...

Pennsylvania officials announced a ban on campfires at all state parks and forests as York County instituted a 30-day burn ban amid drought conditions across much of the United States.