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From the Pocono Mountains to Lake Erie...from natural waterslides to placid forest beaches to the white waters of raging rivers...you'll discover why Pennsylvania is the place for summer recreation...

Pennsylvania Outdoor Adventures - Beach lakes and swimming areas in more than a dozens state parks scattered around the region including links to Hickory Run State Park, Locust Lake and Promised Land State Park with details on the Main Beach and Pickerel Point.

Pennsylvania River Sojourns - Learn more about this summer vacation program that brings visitors paddling quietly on sceneic creeks & rivers - or roaring through untamed whitewater.

Delaware Water Gap - The official site with information on Delaware River & Pocono Mountain happenings & events, hotel & restaurant guides, weather info, related links.

Colonel Denning State Park - In Cumberland County adjacent to Tuscarora State Forest with lifeguarded protected sandy beach, picnic facilities, trout fishing and camping.

Parker Dam State Park - In Clearfield County in the Alleghency Mountain region with a popular, shallow lake for kids and families, surrounded by lots of wild natural forest and park-sponsored activities throughout the year.

Presque Isle State Park - Located on Lake Erie and the only natural surf beach in the state with miles of swimming, sunbathing and beachcoming opportunities, picnic areas, boat launches, scuba diving, water skiing and lots more, with map, photos, contact info.

Pymatuning State Park - Four protected beaches including amenities at Tuttle, Jamestown No. 1 and Linesville, picnic areas, boating, fishing and hunting, contact info, map and directions.

Canoe Creek State Park - With a 350 feet long beach, bathhouse, fishing, biking, hiking and more about the park's history, area attractions, contact info, map...and watch out for those bats...

Ohiopyle State Park - Known for the best whitewater boating experience east of the Mississippi with natural water slides and spectacular scenery, plus camping, hunting and picknicking areas, map and directions, contact details, safety tips.

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also see -> Pennsylvania Travel Guide | Pennsylvania Wineries