State Parks Near Allentown, Pennsylvania
48 state park units lie within 50 miles of Allentown, including 24 parks across the line in New Jersey. The closest is Nockamixon State Park, about 15 mi southeast of town. 6 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Nockamixon State Park15 mi southeast
- Within 25 miles
- 6of 48 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 166 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 4pets allowed
State parks near Allentown, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Allentown; driving distance is usually longer.
Best picks by activity
Camping near Allentown
- Evansburg State Park 27 mi south · Campground listed
- Spruce Run Recreation Area 29 mi east · Campground listed
- Voorhees State Park 32 mi east · Campground listed
- French Creek State Park 32 mi southwest · 16 campsites
- Tuscarora State Park 32 mi northwest · Campground listed
+ 11 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Allentown
- Nockamixon State Park 15 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- French Creek State Park 32 mi southwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Tuscarora State Park 32 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Hickory Run State Park 34 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Jenny Jump State Forest 37 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
+ 1 more in the list above
Dog-friendly state parks near Allentown
- French Creek State Park 32 mi southwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Tuscarora State Park 32 mi northwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Locust Lake State Park 36 mi west · Pets allowed under park rules
- Tobyhanna State Park 43 mi north · Pets allowed under park rules
Swimming near Allentown
- Nockamixon State Park 15 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Beltzville State Park 20 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Spruce Run Recreation Area 29 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
- French Creek State Park 32 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Tuscarora State Park 32 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
+ 8 more in the list above
Hiking near Allentown
- Nockamixon State Park 15 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center 16 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
- Beltzville State Park 20 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
- Delaware Canal State Park 21 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- Ralph Stover State Park 23 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
+ 30 more in the list above
Fishing near Allentown
- Nockamixon State Park 15 mi southeast · Fishing listed
- Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center 16 mi northeast · Fishing listed
- Beltzville State Park 20 mi northwest · Fishing listed
- Delaware Canal State Park 21 mi east · Fishing listed
- Ralph Stover State Park 23 mi southeast · Fishing listed
+ 22 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Allentown
What is the closest state park to Allentown?
Nockamixon State Park is the closest, about 15 miles southeast of Allentown in a straight line. Next are Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center and Beltzville State Park.
How many state parks are near Allentown?
48 state park units are within 50 miles, and 6 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Allentown have camping?
16 parks list camping, the nearest being Evansburg State Park, Spruce Run Recreation Area and Voorhees State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Allentown?
Yes, at 4 parks, including French Creek State Park, Tuscarora State Park and Locust Lake State Park. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.
Are there free state parks near Allentown?
None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.
Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.