State Parks Near St. Marys, Pennsylvania
23 state park units lie within 50 miles of St. Marys, including 2 parks across the line in New York. The closest is Bendigo State Park, about 8 mi northwest of town. 7 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Bendigo State Park8 mi northwest
- Within 25 miles
- 7of 23 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 1711 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 14pets allowed
State parks near St. Marys, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central St. Marys; driving distance is usually longer.
Bendigo State Park
Visitors come for canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, fishing, and picnicking. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming pool and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Bendigo State Park →Elk State Park
The park supports snorkeling and diving, hunting in season, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and fishing. On the water side, there is a boat ramp. Overnight options include campsites, with RV sites and tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Elk State Park →Parker Dam State Park
The park supports snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, mountain biking, winter sports, and hunting in season. The official site lists about 13.1 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Parker Dam State Park →Sizerville State Park
Popular activities here are cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, winter sports, hunting in season, and swimming. Its trail network totals roughly 5 miles, according to the park. Water access includes a swimming pool.
Hours, fees and rules for Sizerville State Park →Kinzua Bridge State Park
Visitors come for hunting in season, hiking, and picnicking. The official site lists about 2.0 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Kinzua Bridge State Park →Simon B. Elliott State Park
Things to do include cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, winter sports, hunting in season, and fishing. Its trail network totals roughly 3 miles, according to the park. For overnight stays there are campsites (RV sites and tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Simon B. Elliott State Park →Sinnemahoning State Park
The park supports snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, winter sports, hunting in season, and canoeing and kayaking. The official site lists about 6 miles of trails. On the water side, there is a boat ramp and a fishing pier.
Hours, fees and rules for Sinnemahoning State Park →Clear Creek State Park
Visitors come for cross-country skiing, golf, winter sports, disc golf, and hunting in season. The official site lists about 29 miles of trails. On the water side, there is a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and a fishing pier.
Hours, fees and rules for Clear Creek State Park →Kettle Creek State Park
Visitors come for cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, horseback riding, golf, and mountain biking. The official site lists about 2 miles of trails. Water access includes a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Kettle Creek State Park →Prouty Place State Park
Popular activities here are hunting in season, fishing, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Prouty Place State Park →Patterson State Park
Visitors come for hunting in season, hiking, and picnicking. Camping is available: campsites, including RV sites and tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Patterson State Park →Cook Forest State Park
The park supports cross-country skiing, horseback riding, winter sports, hunting in season, and canoeing and kayaking. The official site lists about 47 miles of trails. On the water side, there is a boat ramp and a fishing pier.
Hours, fees and rules for Cook Forest State Park →Cherry Springs State Park
Visitors come for hunting in season, hiking, and picnicking. For overnight stays there are 30 campsites (RV sites with electric hookups and tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Cherry Springs State Park →Chapman State Park
The park supports cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, winter sports, hunting in season, and canoeing and kayaking. The official site lists about 14 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Chapman State Park →Ole Bull State Park
The park supports cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, mountain biking, winter sports, and hunting in season. The official site lists about 5 miles of trails. On the water side, there is a swimming beach and a fishing pier.
Hours, fees and rules for Ole Bull State Park →Denton Hill State Park
Visitors come for off-highway vehicle riding, cross-country skiing, mountain biking, winter sports, and hunting in season. The official site lists about 8 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Denton Hill State Park →Bucktail State Park Natural Area
Things to do include canoeing and kayaking, boating, and fishing. On the water side, there is a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Bucktail State Park Natural Area →Allegany State Park - Quaker Area
Allegany State Park - Quaker Area is a park in Cattaraugus County, about 8 miles south of Salamanca.
Hours, fees and rules for Allegany State Park - Quaker Area →Allegany State Park - Red House Area
Visitors come for snowmobiling, horseback riding, ice fishing, winter sports, and hunting in season. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and boat or kayak rentals.
Hours, fees and rules for Allegany State Park - Red House Area →Lyman Run State Park
Popular activities here are off-highway vehicle riding, snowmobiling, winter sports, hunting in season, and canoeing and kayaking. Its trail network totals roughly 6 miles, according to the park.
Hours, fees and rules for Lyman Run State Park →Black Moshannon State Park
Popular activities here are snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, horseback riding, mountain biking, and winter sports. Its trail network totals roughly 20 miles, according to the park.
Hours, fees and rules for Black Moshannon State Park →Hyner Run State Park
Visitors come for snowmobiling, winter sports, hunting in season, swimming, and fishing. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming pool. For overnight stays there are 30 campsites (RV sites and tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Hyner Run State Park →Hyner View State Park
Visitors come for hunting in season and picnicking.
Hours, fees and rules for Hyner View State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near St. Marys
- Elk State Park 11 mi north · Campground listed
- Parker Dam State Park 18 mi south · Campground listed
- Sizerville State Park 20 mi northeast · 5 campsites
- Simon B. Elliott State Park 24 mi south · Campground listed
- Sinnemahoning State Park 24 mi east · Campground listed
+ 12 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near St. Marys
- Parker Dam State Park 18 mi south · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Simon B. Elliott State Park 24 mi south · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Sinnemahoning State Park 24 mi east · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Clear Creek State Park 30 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Cook Forest State Park 37 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
+ 6 more in the list above
Dog-friendly state parks near St. Marys
- Parker Dam State Park 18 mi south · Pets allowed under park rules
- Sizerville State Park 20 mi northeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- Simon B. Elliott State Park 24 mi south · Pets allowed under park rules
- Sinnemahoning State Park 24 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules
- Clear Creek State Park 30 mi west · Pets allowed under park rules
+ 9 more in the list above
Swimming near St. Marys
- Bendigo State Park 8 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Parker Dam State Park 18 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area
- Sizerville State Park 20 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Clear Creek State Park 30 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- Chapman State Park 40 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
+ 5 more in the list above
Hiking near St. Marys
- Elk State Park 11 mi north · Hiking trails listed
- Parker Dam State Park 18 mi south · Hiking trails listed
- Sizerville State Park 20 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
- Kinzua Bridge State Park 21 mi north · Hiking trails listed
- Simon B. Elliott State Park 24 mi south · Hiking trails listed
+ 14 more in the list above
Fishing near St. Marys
- Bendigo State Park 8 mi northwest · Fishing listed
- Elk State Park 11 mi north · Fishing listed
- Parker Dam State Park 18 mi south · Fishing listed
- Sizerville State Park 20 mi northeast · Fishing listed
- Simon B. Elliott State Park 24 mi south · Fishing listed
+ 13 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near St. Marys
What is the closest state park to St. Marys?
Bendigo State Park is the closest, about 8 miles northwest of St. Marys in a straight line. Next are Elk State Park and Parker Dam State Park.
How many state parks are near St. Marys?
23 state park units are within 50 miles, and 7 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near St. Marys have camping?
17 parks list camping, the nearest being Elk State Park, Parker Dam State Park and Sizerville State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near St. Marys?
Yes, at 14 parks, including Parker Dam State Park, Sizerville State Park and Simon B. Elliott 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 St. Marys?
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.
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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.