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Promised Land lies in the heart of the Poconos. Two lakes, campgrounds, many hiking trails and beautiful scenery make the park a popular destination in all seasons.
The Picnic Area is by Promised Land Lake and has parking areas, water, garbage containers, sand volleyball court and restrooms. The Main Beach, boat rental and Refreshment Stand are all within a short walk.
There are two sand beaches that are open from late-May to mid-September, 8 a.m. to sunset. Visitors should contact the park office or visit the park Web site for more information.
The 422-acre Promised Lake and the 173-acre Lower Lake offer great opportunities for fishing, including ice fishing. The common fish species are largemouth and smallmouth bass, pickerel, muskellunge, yellow perch, sunfish and catfish. Lower Lake is approved trout waters and is stocked with brook, brown and rainbow trout.
There are about 50 miles of hiking trails in Promised Land State Park and the surrounding state forest, providing access to many natural scenic places. Splendid opportunities exist for nature study, relaxation and exploration.
Promised Land State Park provides access to selected equestrian trails on state forest lands. Rentals are not available.
Boats with electric motors are permitted in the park. Promised Lake and Lower Lake have five boat launching areas. Five mooring areas offer a total of 240 mooring spaces rented on a seasonal basis. A boat rental is on Promised Land Lake across from Main Beach, and rents rowboats, canoes and paddleboats.
There are four camping areas in the park. For more information, visit the park website or contact the park office. Nestled in hemlocks, adjacent to Lower Lake, the Bear Wallow Cabin Colony has twelve rustic rental cabins constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s.
Promised Land State Park offers a number of opportunities for winter sports. Visit the Web site for more information.
Address:
RR 1 Box 96
Greentown, PA 18426
Phone: 570-676-3428
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