Take the Falls Trail and explore the Glens Natural Area, a National Natural Landmark, which boasts a series of wild, free-flowing waterfalls, each cascading through rock-strewn clefts in this ancient hillside. The 94-foot Ganoga Falls is the highest of 22 named waterfalls.

Outdoor Activities at Ricketts Glen

Picnicking: Picnic facilities are located in the Lake Jean area and in the lower area off of PA 118. A limited number of charcoal grills are located in the areas. Feel free to bring your own (hot charcoal disposals are in each area).

Swimming: Swimming is permitted inside of the designated area only. The 600-foot beach is open from late-May to mid-September, 8 a.m. to sunset, unless otherwise posted. Swim at your own risk. A food and refreshment concession, boat rental and picnic facilities are nearby.

The snack bar is in the park's Beach Area and can be accessed by Parking Lot 1 or Parking Lot 2 off of Main Park Road off of PA 487, 3.7-miles north of the town of Red Rock. The concession serves a variety of hot sandwiches along with cold and hot beverages and ice cream. Other items include candy, snack food, and ice. The concession is open (weather permitting) from Memorial Day through Labor day, 7-days per week from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Fishing: The 245-acre Lake Jean has warm-water game fish, panfish and trout. Please follow all Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission rules and regulations. Fishing is prohibited in the Glens Natural Area.

Horseback Riding: Horse riders may enjoy taking a 9-mile loop by riding the Cherry Run Trail, Fish Commission Road, and Mountain Springs Trail. Sights to see include; old railroad grades, Mountain Springs Lake (formerly used to make ice), and an old concrete dam once used to hold back Lake Leigh (now a dry lake). Riders must bring their own mounts. Horses cannot be rented.

Boating: electric motors only
The 245-acre Lake Jean has dry mooring and two boat launches. A boat rental concession operates during the summer season and offers rowboats, paddleboats, kayaks and canoes.

Boat Rental: The Boat Rental offers pedal and rowboats along with canoes and kayaks Campers at the Park may arrange for overnight rentals. Hour of operations are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. The concession season is from mid-May through mid-October. The concession is open (weather permitting) seven days a week during June, July, and August, while weekends only at other times. The concession is near the Beach Area and can be accessed by driving to the end of Main Park Road off of PA 487, 3.7-miles North of the town of Red Rock, and parking in the Eastern Boat Launch Area just past Parking Lot 2. For additional information, call 570-477-2837.

Hunting and Firearms: About 10,144 acres are open to hunting, trapping and the training of dogs during established seasons. Common game species are deer, turkey, grouse, bear, coyote, pheasant and squirrel. Common furbearers are raccoon, mink, muskrat, beaver, coyote and bobcat. About 83,000 acres of state game lands lie to the west and north of the park. Hunting woodchucks, also known as groundhogs, is prohibited.

Directions to Ricketts Glen

The park is 30 miles north of Bloomsburg on PA 487. The section of PA 487 from the town of Red Rock to the Lake Jean area of the park is a very steep road. Heavy trailer units should avoid this hill and enter the park by taking PA 487 south from Dushore.

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