Buffalo Bill Ranch State Recreation Area
"Hershey is one of the nearest communities to the park. Visitors often come for a quick outing, fishing access, and the Buffalo Bill museum exhibits."
Historic Buffalo Bill estate with museum exhibits, river access, and peaceful park grounds.
Lake Maloney State Recreation Area
"Hershey visitors can reach Lake Maloney quickly for an afternoon outdoors. The recreation area is a convenient destination for shoreline relaxation and fishing."
A reservoir recreation area near North Platte known for boating, fishing, and relaxed lakeside day use.
Buffalo Bill Ranch State Historical Park
"Hershey is close enough for a short visit to Buffalo Bill Ranch State Historical Park. Residents and travelers passing through often visit for a historic outing and picnic stop."
Historic home and grounds of Buffalo Bill Cody with museum exhibits and scenic parkland.
Memorial Lake State Park
"Visitors from Hershey, known for its chocolate attractions, often visit the park for hiking, fishing, and a peaceful escape from the bustling tourist areas."
WWII memorial park with accessible trails and 85-acre lake, surrounded by military base.
Sutherland Reservoir State Recreation Area
"Hershey visitors often come for a change of scenery, open shoreline, and reservoir fishing. It is a straightforward destination for a day on the water."
A peaceful reservoir recreation area in western Nebraska known for boating, fishing, and birdwatching.
Susquehanna Riverlands State Park
"Hershey, famous for its chocolate attractions, offers families another reason to visit the area with the park’s outdoor recreation opportunities."
A riverside park in York County offering hiking, fishing, birdwatching, and scenic views along the Susquehanna River.
Samuel S. Lewis State Park
"Hershey, famous for its chocolate attractions, provides families and tourists with a convenient option for outdoor recreation at the park."
A hilltop park in York County, PA, known for sweeping views, picnicking, and kite flying.
Kings Gap Environmental Education Center
"Hershey visitors combine trips to the famous chocolate attractions with nature escapes at Kings Gap, enjoying its trails and educational offerings."
A forested mountain park with hiking, environmental education, and a historic mansion overlooking the Cumberland Valley.
Colonel Denning State Park
"Hershey visitors and locals enjoy Colonel Denning State Park for outdoor recreation, hiking, and a break from the area's tourist attractions."
Mountain valley park in Doubling Gap with Tuscarora Trail access and Flat Rock overlook.
Fowlers Hollow State Park
"Known for its chocolate and family attractions, Hershey residents and tourists often seek out Fowlers Hollow State Park for a quieter, nature-focused day trip."
A quiet, 104-acre park in Perry County, PA, offering camping, picnicking, and easy access to hiking in Tuscarora State Forest.