Outdoor Recreation

October 13, 2020

The Other Amazing Colors of Fall

Have you ever marveled at the colors of brook trout in the fall? "It is as if they are in competition with the changing autumn leaves and wish themselves not to be outdone in this time of color and beauty," says Jeff Woleslagle.

October 7, 2020

Summer into Fall: Fly Fishing the Legendary Spring Creek in Central Pennsylvania

Fly fishing on Spring Creek in Central Pennsylvania is an experience to relish regardless of season. Just ask Ray Hunt!

September 28, 2020

Additional State Forest Roads Opening Throughout The State For Hunting Seasons, Other Outdoor Activities

Hunters and other outdoors enthusiasts heading into Pennsylvania’s state-owned woodlands this autumn will find additional roads open in 18 of the 20 state forest districts, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) announced.

September 21, 2020

Fall, Winter Trout Stocking to Extend Fishing Opportunities on More Than 100 Waterways

Beginning the week of October 1 and continuing through mid-December, the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) will stock approximately 120,000 hatchery raised adult Rainbow, Brown and Brook Trout in more than 100 streams and lakes.

August 20, 2020

Be Elk SMART in the Pennsylvania Wilds

When visiting the Pennsylvania Wilds Elk Country, it’s your duty to preserve the wild nature of the elk herd. Help keep the elk herd wild by being Elk SMART.

July 25, 2020

Overnight Excursion at Little Pine State Park

PA Wilds contributor Lou Bernard shares details about his family's recent overnight stay at Little Pine State Park, located in the Pine Creek Valley & the PA Grand Canyon landscape of the Pennsylvania Wilds.

July 17, 2020

Allegheny National Forest opens new ‘Black Bear Trail’ on the Morrison Trail System

The Allegheny National Forest is proud to announce the opening of a new trail segment called the Black Bear Trail.

June 9, 2020

DCNR to open remaining state park, forest facilities, including beaches

Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) continues to reopen state parks and forests in a phased manner, and soon beaches and pools will be available for summer recreation.

June 3, 2020

PA Wilds Conservation Shop at Kinzua Bridge reopens June 4 with modified hours, safety procedures

The PA Wilds Conservation Shop at Kinzua Bridge State Park will reopen on Thursday, June 4, with modified hours and new safety procedures after a brief closure due to COVID-19.

May 18, 2020

As State Parks, Forests Reopen, DCNR Releases Facility Status Map

As state parks and forests reopen, the PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources has released a facility status map showing data by county.