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BIG SPRING STATE PARK, PA

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Overview

Description

Tucked in the side of Conococheague Mountain, Big Spring State Forest Picnic Area is a quaint picnic and hiking area. A short loop trail leads to a partially completed railroad tunnel with historic interpretation at the trailhead. The park also provides access to the Iron Horse Trail for day and overnight hiking. The park takes its name from nearby Big Spring, whose waters form the scenic Shermans Creek.
Services and Amenities

Services & Amenities:

Within Park
  • Hiking
  • Parking
  • Pavilion
  • Picnic Tables
  • Restrooms
  • Water
Less Than 1 Mile
  • Fishing
  • Hunting
Getting There
GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
40.26413, -77.65939
40°15'51"N, 77°39'34"W

The 45-acre Big Spring State Forest Picnic Area is 5.5 miles southwest of New Germantown, Perry County, along PA 274.
Contact Information

Contact Information:

Mailing Address:

BIG SPRING STATE PARK
RR #1 Box 486
BLAIN  PA  17006
Phone Number:
Information:  (717)776-5272

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