RIVERS, CREEKS, LAKES, & MORE
Lebanon Valley’s many winding waterways are home to birds, aquatic insects, and various other wildlife including beaver. Experience up-close wetlands and marshes, limestone outcrops, the historic Union Canal Locks, and more. Whether you seek a leisurely afternoon paddle, an inspiring adventure, or something in between, Lebanon Valley offers it all along its beautiful and diverse waterways.
Lion’s Lake Park / Ebenezer Lake
Lebanon, PA - This park is home to a 13-acre lake perfect for fishing and boating, a paved walking path ideal for biking and rollerblading, and ample recreational amenities. Enjoy the softball and soccer fields, playgrounds, and rentable pavilions. Relax on park benches and take in the scenic views.
Memorial Lake State Park
Grantville, PA – Located on 230 acres, the park is centered around a 45-acre lake which is ideal for boating and fishing. Canoes are available on site. Other family fun activities include: hiking, cross country skiing, ice skating and picnicking.
Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area
Stevens, PA - Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area, spanning 6,254 acres, is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts. Home to pheasants, deer, and countless migratory birds, it features a 400-acre lake, marshes, and trails for observing flora and fauna. Enjoy picnic areas, a driving tour, and visitor maps available at the Middle Creek Welcome Center.
Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach
Mount Gretna, PA - Mount Gretna Lake & Beach has been enjoyed by generations and is a summer favorite escape for residents and visitors. Soak up the sun on the beach, dive from the high dive, lounge on a dock, launch off the swing, or float along in a kayak or canoe!
Quittapahilla Creek & Nature Park
Annville, PA - The Quittie Creek Nature Park has become a point of interest in Annville and an attraction for Lebanon County and beyond. Its central walking path meanders beside the spring-fed Quittapahilla Creek, a restored trout stream.
Stoevers Dam Park
Lebanon, PA - This city owned park is located at the Northeast boundary of Lebanon City and North Lebanon Township, and features a 23.5-acre lake, inside a 153-acre park.
Swatara Creek Water Trail
Lebanon, PA - The Swatara Creek Water Trail is a 60 mile water trail from Pine Grove, Schuylkill County, through Lebanon County, to the PA Fish and Boat Commission’s access in Middletown, Dauphin County.
Tulpehocken Creek
Lebanon, PA The Lebanon County is home to a stretch of the Tulpehocken Creek, a scenic waterway ideal for fishing and outdoor activities. This creek, rich in history and natural beauty, offers a tranquil escape for nature enthusiasts and anglers alike. Enjoy the serene environment and abundant wildlife along its banks.
Union Canal Tunnel Park
Lebanon, PA - Situated on 109 acres of meadows and woods, you will find the oldest existing transportation tunnel in the U.S - The Union Canal. The Tunnel was completed in 1827 and today is a treasured National Historic Landmark.