Ravensburg State Park Attraction Details

Ravensburg State Park
http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/parks/ravensburg.aspx
Ravensburg State Park lies in a steep-walled, rocky gorge carved by Rauchtown Run through the side of Nipenose Mountain. The rock outcroppings are draped with stunted oak trees, making a most scenic area. The park was named for the ravens that used to nest in the surrounding cliffs. The campground, with sites for tents only, is open from the second Friday in April through the third Sunday in October. Each of the 21 sites has a picnic table and a fire ring. Raven Trail runs the length of the park, parallel to Rauchtown Run. Several other trails provide steep access to rocky outcrops or access to longer hiking trails on state forest land, including the 177-mile Mid State backpacking trail. Proper attire and good physical conditioning are recommended for your comfort and safety. Rauchtown Run and its tributaries provide excellent cold water fishing for brown and brook trout. The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission stocks Rauchtown Run regularly during the spring. Warm water fishing is within easy driving distance and includes the west branch of the Susquehanna River, Bald Eagle Creek and Blanchard Lake. Within the three picnic areas are picnic tables, charcoal grills, a play field, a playground and horseshoe pits. Most picnic tables are shaded. Four picnic pavilions may be reserved up to 11 months in advance for a fee. The most outstanding geologic feature in the park is Castle Rocks. Tall erosional spires of sandstone are silhouetted against the sky like the towers of an ancient castle. Primarily frost action has caused the sandstone blocks to break away at weak places in the sandstone, leaving behind isolated pillars. Additional information on the geological features is found in the "Trail of Geology Guide" available at the park office. Food, picnicking supplies and gasoline can be found at several stores in Oval and Antes Fort, about five miles north of the park.

Address:
State Route 880 (8 miles north of I-80)
Mifflinburg, PA 17740

Phone: 570-966-1455

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