Discover 4 parks for canoeing within driving distance of Wilkes-Barre
"As the closest city, Wilkes-Barre residents often visit Frances Slocum State Park for hiking, fishing, and family picnics, enjoying a quick escape into nature."
A picturesque state park in Luzerne County, PA, featuring a large lake, camping, and year-round outdoor recreation.
"From Wilkes-Barre, Vosburg Neck State Park is an easy day trip for families and outdoor enthusiasts seeking peaceful riverside access, open fields, and forested landscapes away from urban traffic."
Vosburg Neck State Park protects a dramatic Susquehanna River bend in Wyoming County, offering scenic views, riverside access, and quiet day-use recreation.
"Wilkes-Barre, a major city along the Susquehanna River, offers residents a scenic drive to Prompton State Park for day trips, hiking, and kayaking."
A scenic Pennsylvania park with a large lake, hiking trails, and abundant wildlife.
"Residents of this Wyoming Valley city visit the park for its natural beauty, outdoor activities, and as a peaceful retreat from city life."
National recreation area featuring 40 miles of scenic Delaware River and the dramatic water gap.
