Before Lewis and Clark, there was Samuel Maclay. Maclay was a surveyor who embarked on an expedition in 1790 to the heart of the PA wilds region to survey the headwaters of the Susquehanna and Allegheny Rivers, keeping a diary of his experiences along the way. Later in life Maclay became a legislator and a…
Join Park staff for a relaxing and informative tour around the lake, as you cruise the shoreline of the George B. Stevenson Reservoir in search of wildlife. Pontoon boat tours are scheduled to begin in June and continue until the end of September. Tours are offered on most Sundays and other selected dates throughout the season, with…
Join Park staff for a relaxing and informative tour around the lake, as you cruise the shoreline of the George B. Stevenson Reservoir in search of wildlife. Pontoon boat tours are scheduled to begin in June and continue until the end of September. Tours are offered on most Sundays and other selected dates throughout the season, with…
Join Park staff for a relaxing and informative tour around the lake, as you cruise the shoreline of the George B. Stevenson Reservoir in search of wildlife. Pontoon boat tours are scheduled to begin in June and continue until the end of September. Tours are offered on most Sundays and other selected dates throughout the season, with…
Take a relaxing paddle out on the lake at Sinnemahoning State Park in search of wildlife and recreation! Borrow the park’s kayaks and equipment or bring your own. Open to participants aged 10 to adult. Group size is limited. Pre-registration is required. Meets at: Lake Day Use Area To Register: Register Here
Campground Movie: Season of the Osprey - Join a park naturalist at Sinnemahoning State Park for a brief talk about Osprey in the First Fork Valley followed by a showing of the PBS Nature documentary "Season of the Osprey" Meets at: Campground Amphitheater
The Goodyears: Lumber, Iron, and Rail. - The Goodyear family built an empire logging hemlocks in North Central Pennsylvania. This free one-hour program will discuss what made them so successful, what lead their downfall and the legacy they left behind. This free event begins at 7:00 PM. Meets at: Wildlife Center Classroom
Celebrate International Migratory Bird Day by joining a park naturalist in Sinnemahoning State Park's 40 Maples Day use Area at 10:00 a.m. for a 2-hour observation of birds that have stopped into Sinnemahoning to refuel. The staff educator will also be recording data for the PA Bird Atlas along the way. Binoculars provided on a…
Hellbenders: Creepy Crawlers or Awesome Amphibians? Take an in-depth look at one of the most unique creatures found in Sinnemahoning State Park during this free presentation. Also called a “snot-otter”, the hellbender is North America’s largest amphibian, but populations are in decline and adding the hellbender to the endangered species list has been proposed. This…
Come learn about amphibians on Saturday, May 3rd at 1:00 PM during this free educational program! Join the park naturalist and explore the wetlands around the Campground Amphitheatre at Sinnemahoning State Park in search of frogs, toads and salamanders! Dress for the weather and prepare for wet feet. If you need an accommodation to participate…
Learn about one of the region's wildlife neighbors on Sunday, April 27th, 2025, from 12:30 P.M.-2:30 P.M during Wildlife Table Talk: River Otters presented at Sinnemahoning State Park. Stop by the wildlife center and chat with a park naturalist about the incredible river otter. Touch an otter pelt, identify a track, and learn all about…
Join a park naturalist and discover the wild blooms that are surefire signs of the spring season across Sinnemahoning State Park. This free event offers nature enthusiasts an opportunity to observe the coming seasonal transformation across areas of the park. Wear appropriate footwear and gear and join the park staff for this wonderful afternoon presentation.…