State Parks Near New Castle, Pennsylvania
19 state park units lie within 50 miles of New Castle, including 9 parks across the line in Ohio and West Virginia. The closest is McConnells Mill State Park, about 10 mi east of town. 4 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- McConnells Mill State Park10 mi east
- Within 25 miles
- 4of 19 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 126 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 4pets allowed
State parks near New Castle, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central New Castle; driving distance is usually longer.
McConnells Mill State Park
Things to do include rock climbing, hunting in season, boating, fishing, and picnicking. Its trail network totals roughly 11.2 miles, according to the park. On the water side, there is a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for McConnells Mill State Park →Moraine State Park
Popular activities here are snorkeling and diving, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, golf, and horseback riding. Its trail network totals roughly 29.2 miles, according to the park.
Hours, fees and rules for Moraine State Park →Jennings Environmental Education Center
Things to do include cross-country skiing, winter sports, picnicking, and hiking. Its trail network totals roughly 5 miles, according to the park.
Hours, fees and rules for Jennings Environmental Education Center →Beaver Creek State Park
On the water side, there is a boat ramp. Overnight options include 3 camping areas, with tent sites and group camping.
Hours, fees and rules for Beaver Creek State Park →Tomlinson Run State Park
Things to do include horseback riding, historic sites, boating, swimming, and biking. Camping is available: 55 campsites, including RV sites with electric hookups and tent sites. There are also cabins for rent.
Hours, fees and rules for Tomlinson Run State Park →Guilford Lake State Park
On the water side, there is a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and boat or kayak rentals. Camping is available: 2 camping areas, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Guilford Lake State Park →Maurice K. Goddard State Park
The park supports cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, winter sports, hunting in season, and canoeing and kayaking. The official site lists about 16 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Maurice K. Goddard State Park →Mosquito Lake State Park
Water access includes a swimming beach, a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals. Overnight options include 3 camping areas, with tent sites, group camping, and showers. There are also yurts for rent.
Hours, fees and rules for Mosquito Lake State Park →Lake Milton State Park
Water access includes a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and boat or kayak rentals.
Hours, fees and rules for Lake Milton State Park →Raccoon Creek State Park
Visitors come for snorkeling and diving, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach, a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals.
Hours, fees and rules for Raccoon Creek State Park →Pymatuning State Park
The park supports snorkeling and diving, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, golf, and disc golf. The official site lists about 7 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Pymatuning State Park →Hillman State Park
Popular activities here are horseback riding, mountain biking, hunting in season, fishing, and biking.
Hours, fees and rules for Hillman State Park →Nelson-Kennedy Ledges State Park
In Portage County, about 12 miles northwest of Warren, Nelson-Kennedy Ledges State Park covers about 169 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Nelson-Kennedy Ledges State Park →Allegheny Islands State Park
The park supports hunting in season, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and fishing. On the water side, there is a boat ramp. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites and group camping).
Hours, fees and rules for Allegheny Islands State Park →West Branch State Park
Water access includes a swimming beach and a boat ramp. Camping is available: 3 camping areas, including tent sites, group camping, and showers.
Hours, fees and rules for West Branch State Park →Point State Park
The park supports canoeing and kayaking, boating, biking, fishing, and hiking. The official site lists about 141 miles of trails. Water access includes a fishing pier.
Hours, fees and rules for Point State Park →Pymatuning State Park
Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach and a boat ramp. Camping is available: 2 camping areas, including tent sites. There are also cabins for rent.
Hours, fees and rules for Pymatuning State Park →Jefferson Lake State Park
Water access includes a swimming beach and a boat ramp. For overnight stays there are 2 camping areas (tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Jefferson Lake State Park →Oil Creek State Park
Popular activities here are cross-country skiing, winter sports, hunting in season, canoeing and kayaking, and boating. Its trail network totals roughly 52 miles, according to the park. Water access includes a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Oil Creek State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near New Castle
- Moraine State Park 14 mi east · Campground listed
- Beaver Creek State Park 23 mi southwest · Campground listed
- Tomlinson Run State Park 31 mi south · 55 campsites
- Guilford Lake State Park 31 mi southwest · Campground listed
- Mosquito Lake State Park 32 mi northwest · Campground listed
+ 7 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near New Castle
- Moraine State Park 14 mi east · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Tomlinson Run State Park 31 mi south · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Mosquito Lake State Park 32 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Raccoon Creek State Park 34 mi south · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Pymatuning State Park 35 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays
+ 1 more in the list above
Dog-friendly state parks near New Castle
- Moraine State Park 14 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules
- Raccoon Creek State Park 34 mi south · Pets allowed under park rules
- Pymatuning State Park 35 mi north · Pets allowed under park rules
- Oil Creek State Park 50 mi northeast · Pets allowed under park rules
Swimming near New Castle
- Moraine State Park 14 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
- Tomlinson Run State Park 31 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area
- Guilford Lake State Park 31 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Mosquito Lake State Park 32 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Lake Milton State Park 34 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
+ 5 more in the list above
Hiking near New Castle
- McConnells Mill State Park 10 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- Moraine State Park 14 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- Jennings Environmental Education Center 18 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- Tomlinson Run State Park 31 mi south · Hiking trails listed
- Maurice K. Goddard State Park 32 mi north · Hiking trails listed
+ 5 more in the list above
Fishing near New Castle
- McConnells Mill State Park 10 mi east · Fishing listed
- Moraine State Park 14 mi east · Fishing listed
- Tomlinson Run State Park 31 mi south · Fishing listed
- Maurice K. Goddard State Park 32 mi north · Fishing listed
- Raccoon Creek State Park 34 mi south · Fishing listed
+ 5 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near New Castle
What is the closest state park to New Castle?
McConnells Mill State Park is the closest, about 10 miles east of New Castle in a straight line. Next are Moraine State Park and Jennings Environmental Education Center.
How many state parks are near New Castle?
19 state park units are within 50 miles, and 4 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near New Castle have camping?
12 parks list camping, the nearest being Moraine State Park, Beaver Creek State Park and Tomlinson Run State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near New Castle?
Yes, at 4 parks, including Moraine State Park, Raccoon Creek State Park and Pymatuning 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 New Castle?
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 Youngstown, OH17 mi northwest
- Near Salem, OH27 mi west
- Near Warren, OH30 mi northwest
- Near Pittsburgh, PA43 mi southeast
- Near Meadville, PA46 mi north
- Near Bethel Park, PA49 mi south
- Near West Mifflin, PA50 mi southeast
- Near Monroeville, PA50 mi southeast
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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.