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Susquehanna State Park
Susquehanna State Park spans thousands of acres along the west bank of the Susquehanna River, with hiking, mountain biking, camping, fishing, and preserved 19th-century mill buildings.
At a Glance
- Size
- ~2,700 acres
- Activities
- Hiking, biking, camping, fishing
- Historic sites
- Rock Run Mill, Jersey Toll House
- Dogs
- Leashed dogs welcome on trails
Key Details
Schedule
Open year-round, dawn to dusk. Historic buildings open seasonally.
Location
Admission
Small day-use fee at the Deer Creek picnic area; other access free.
Parking
Multiple free trailhead lots + paid picnic area lot.
About Susquehanna State Park
Highlights include the Rock Run Grist Mill and Jersey Toll House, the Deer Creek confluence, the Lower Susquehanna Heritage Greenway trail, and the Steppingstone Farm Museum inside the park.
Trails range from easy riverside walks to more challenging singletrack loops popular with mountain bikers.
Video Tour
A short video tour will live here. Drop a YouTube or Vimeo embed into this slot when you have footage of Susquehanna State Park.
Video coming soon
Insider Tips
- The Rock Run mill area is the best introduction on a first visit.
- Weekday visits are the quietest — Saturdays fill up fast in fall.