State Parks Near Lebanon, Pennsylvania
18 state park units lie within 50 miles of Lebanon, including 1 park across the line in Maryland. The closest is Memorial Lake State Park, about 11 mi northwest of town. 6 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Memorial Lake State Park11 mi northwest
- Within 25 miles
- 6of 18 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 85 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 6pets allowed
State parks near Lebanon, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Lebanon; driving distance is usually longer.
Memorial Lake State Park
The park supports snorkeling and diving, cross-country skiing, winter sports, canoeing and kayaking, and boating. The official site lists about 2 miles of trails. Water access includes a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals.
Hours, fees and rules for Memorial Lake State Park →Swatara State Park
Things to do include cross-country skiing, horseback riding, mountain biking, winter sports, and hunting in season. Its trail network totals roughly 34 miles, according to the park. On the water side, there is a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Swatara State Park →Susquehanna Riverlands State Park
Popular activities here are boating and hiking. Its trail network totals roughly 4 miles, according to the park. On the water side, there is a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Susquehanna Riverlands State Park →Boyd Big Tree Preserve Conservation Area
Visitors come for cross-country skiing, winter sports, hunting in season, and hiking. The official site lists about 12 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Boyd Big Tree Preserve Conservation Area →Joseph E. Ibberson Conservation Area
Things to do include cross-country skiing, winter sports, hunting in season, and hiking. Its trail network totals roughly 8.4 miles, according to the park.
Hours, fees and rules for Joseph E. Ibberson Conservation Area →Samuel S. Lewis State Park
Visitors come for golf, disc golf, winter sports, hiking, and picnicking. The official site lists about 1.6 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Samuel S. Lewis State Park →Nolde Forest Environmental Education Center
Things to do include cross-country skiing, winter sports, fishing, picnicking, and hiking. Its trail network totals roughly 10 miles, according to the park.
Hours, fees and rules for Nolde Forest Environmental Education Center →Gifford Pinchot State Park
Popular activities here are snorkeling and diving, cross-country skiing, golf, horseback riding, and winter sports. Its trail network totals roughly 18 miles, according to the park.
Hours, fees and rules for Gifford Pinchot State Park →Locust Lake State Park
The park supports snorkeling and diving, winter sports, hunting in season, canoeing and kayaking, and boating. The official site lists about 75 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Locust Lake State Park →French Creek State Park
Things to do include cross-country skiing, mountain biking, golf, horseback riding, and winter sports. Its trail network totals roughly 35 miles, according to the park.
Hours, fees and rules for French Creek State Park →Susquehannock State Park
Visitors come for cross-country skiing, horseback riding, winter sports, hiking, and picnicking. The official site lists about 5.6 miles of trails. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites and group camping).
Hours, fees and rules for Susquehannock State Park →Tuscarora State Park
The park supports snorkeling and diving, winter sports, hunting in season, canoeing and kayaking, and boating. On the water side, there is a swimming beach, a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals.
Hours, fees and rules for Tuscarora State Park →Little Buffalo State Park
The park supports cross-country skiing, winter sports, hunting in season, canoeing and kayaking, and swimming. The official site lists about 8 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Little Buffalo State Park →Marsh Creek State Park
The park supports snorkeling and diving, cross-country skiing, horseback riding, mountain biking, and winter sports. The official site lists about 19.5 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Marsh Creek State Park →Shikellamy State Park
Popular activities here are snorkeling and diving, canoeing and kayaking, boating, biking, and fishing. Its trail network totals roughly 1.1 miles, according to the park. Water access includes a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Shikellamy State Park →Codorus State Park
Things to do include snorkeling and diving, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Its trail network totals roughly 19 miles, according to the park.
Hours, fees and rules for Codorus State Park →Kings Gap Environmental Education Center
Visitors come for hunting in season, hiking, and picnicking. The official site lists about 25 miles of trails. Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites and group camping.
Hours, fees and rules for Kings Gap Environmental Education Center →Rocks State Park
The official site lists about 3.5 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Rocks State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Lebanon
- Gifford Pinchot State Park 30 mi southwest · 289 campsites
- Locust Lake State Park 35 mi northeast · 282 campsites
- French Creek State Park 35 mi east · 16 campsites
- Susquehannock State Park 38 mi south · Campground listed
- Tuscarora State Park 39 mi northeast · Campground listed
+ 3 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Lebanon
- Gifford Pinchot State Park 30 mi southwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- French Creek State Park 35 mi east · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Tuscarora State Park 39 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Little Buffalo State Park 40 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Codorus State Park 46 mi southwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
Dog-friendly state parks near Lebanon
- Gifford Pinchot State Park 30 mi southwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Locust Lake State Park 35 mi northeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- French Creek State Park 35 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules
- Tuscarora State Park 39 mi northeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- Little Buffalo State Park 40 mi west · Pets allowed under park rules
+ 1 more in the list above
Swimming near Lebanon
- Gifford Pinchot State Park 30 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Locust Lake State Park 35 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- French Creek State Park 35 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
- Tuscarora State Park 39 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Little Buffalo State Park 40 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
+ 2 more in the list above
Hiking near Lebanon
- Memorial Lake State Park 11 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
- Swatara State Park 12 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
- Susquehanna Riverlands State Park 23 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
- Boyd Big Tree Preserve Conservation Area 23 mi west · Hiking trails listed
- Joseph E. Ibberson Conservation Area 24 mi west · Hiking trails listed
+ 12 more in the list above
Fishing near Lebanon
- Memorial Lake State Park 11 mi northwest · Fishing listed
- Swatara State Park 12 mi northwest · Fishing listed
- Nolde Forest Environmental Education Center 25 mi east · Fishing listed
- Gifford Pinchot State Park 30 mi southwest · Fishing listed
- Locust Lake State Park 35 mi northeast · Fishing listed
+ 6 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Lebanon
What is the closest state park to Lebanon?
Memorial Lake State Park is the closest, about 11 miles northwest of Lebanon in a straight line. Next are Swatara State Park and Susquehanna Riverlands State Park.
How many state parks are near Lebanon?
18 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 Lebanon have camping?
8 parks list camping, the nearest being Gifford Pinchot State Park, Locust Lake State Park and French Creek State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Lebanon?
Yes, at 6 parks, including Gifford Pinchot State Park, Locust Lake State Park and French Creek 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 Lebanon?
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.
State parks near other cities
- Near Ephrata, PA17 mi southeast
- Near Lancaster, PA22 mi south
- Near Harrisburg, PA25 mi west
- Near Pottsville, PA26 mi northeast
- Near Reading, PA26 mi east
- Near York, PA31 mi southwest
- Near Coatesville, PA40 mi southeast
- Near Pottstown, PA41 mi east
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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.