Tucked between Lake Harmony and Jim Thorpe , this Carbon County state park stretches almost 16, acres and is open from sunrise to sunset all days of the year. Explore more than 40 miles of hiking trails leading to waterfalls and a geologic wonder, Boulder Field , wander through the exhibits at the beautiful visitor center, enjoy a camping trip, and plan for fun in the sun and fun in the snow.
Keep reading to learn more about all the things there are to see and do at Hickory Run State Park in the Poconos. To truly immerse yourself in the park, stay overnight and book a campsite or cottage at Hickory Run State Park.
There are tent sites, pet-friendly sites, organized group tenting sites, full hookups for RVs, plus deluxe camping cottages. The campground is open the second Friday in April through the third Sunday in October, with select rustic campsites and cottages remaining open to the end of deer season in December.
Black bears are common in Hickory Run State Park and, while cute, can be dangerous. Take advantage of the campground's bear-proof lockers and use caution at your site. Browse even more great campgrounds throughout the Poconos to spend a night under the stars. Opened in , this energy-efficient building features timber trusses and wood panelling, harking back to the park's origins in the Civilian Conservation Corps era of the s.
Get a taste of the natural beauty you'll find throughout the park as you walk through the educational exhibits. Find your favorite hiking trail on the map etched into the stone pavement out front. It's called Boulder Field for a reason: huge rocks, up to 26 feet long, cover the ground almost as far as the eye can see. This ancient landscape is one of Hickory Run State Park's most striking features. It was formed about 20, years ago as Pennsylvania's last Ice Age glacier began to melt.
