Top 10 Bodies of Water in Pennsylvania, United States

October 8, 2021 Hector Krause

Discover the best top things to do in Pennsylvania, United States including Lehigh River, Penns Creek, Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area, Mauch Chunk Lake, Gouldsboro Lake, Peters Lake Park, Leaser Lake Park, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, Susquehanna River, Lackawaxen River.
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1. Lehigh River

Excellent
78%
Good
22%
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5.0 based on 9 reviews

Lehigh River

One of the most scenic rivers in America that features whitewater boating.

2. Penns Creek

Selinsgrove, PA
Excellent
75%
Good
25%
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Penns Creek

3. Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area

100 Museum Rd, Kleinfeltersville, PA 17578 +1 717-733-1512 [email protected] http://www.pgc.pa.gov/InformationResources/AboutUs/ContactInformation/Southeast/MiddleCreekWildlifeManagementArea/Pages/default.aspx
Excellent
81%
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17%
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5.0 based on 136 reviews

Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area

Many species of waterfowl call this lake / reserve home.

Reviewed By PaleoGypsy - Philadelphia, United States

If you enjoy being outside and interacting with nature, you may discover how much you love the Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area. Located 25-30 minutes from the Pennsylvania Turnpike (or Route 422), you will travel on the meandering and country roads to your destination of rural Lebanon County. These rural routes consist of paved and unpaved roads, Mennonite buggies, sharp turns, blind hills, impaired people signs, and slow speed limits exist here. If you are accustomed to visiting places with a heavy retail and restaurant area, you may want to avoid this area altogether if you find nature to be underwhelming. This is because you will not find those food and retail reinforcements in this immediate area. Bring your own food and water. Bring along a bag to pack out the trash. Binoculars and scopes are useful here. A camera with a zoom lens is a must. Dogs are allowed. NO DRONES. Be mindful that you are enjoying nature alongside the Mennonite population. Out of respect, AVOID taking photos of them. This is a popular destination for birdwatching, especially February and March. Go to the web site and look at the live web cam centering on the migration of the snow geese, tundra swans, and Canadian geese. The Willow Point Trail is where you may access a close view of these birds. The best time to go is during the sunrise and sunset. Enjoy looking at the multiple lift-offs. Be prepared to walk a couple of miles to get to this destination, as parking is limited. Port-a-potties are available, as are picnic tables and a pavilion. During February and March, THOUSANDS of birdwatchers are going to descend upon the scene. This is an opportunity for you to deepen your knowledge of birds. Many videos centering on the migration are found on You Tube as well. The driving route opens in March. The Visitor’s Center is beautiful and informative.

4. Mauch Chunk Lake

Excellent
86%
Good
14%
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5.0 based on 14 reviews

Mauch Chunk Lake

Love to fish? This peaceful lake is well stocked with large mouth bass.

5. Gouldsboro Lake

Excellent
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Gouldsboro Lake

A small, quiet and well-stocked lake great for fishing.

6. Peters Lake Park

560 Center Church Rd, Canonsburg, PA 15317-3535 +1 724-941-4180 http://www.peterstownship.com/index.asp?Type=B_BASIC&SEC={617EFFB1-7E23-42E2-9B34-040FD016D544}&DE={A0DA697F-51CA-4F95-A34B-873F0F31C332}
Excellent
81%
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19%
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5.0 based on 27 reviews

Peters Lake Park

Reviewed By CR089

This is my favorite place in Canonsburg Beautiful place to go for a hike, fishing, or a walk. Very relaxing and peaceful, usually not too crowded. Great on the weekends and during the week. I don't have much luck with the fish, but it's great for a relaxing time.

7. Leaser Lake Park

8502 Pleasure Court, New Tripoli, PA 18066 http://www.lehighcounty.org/Departments/Parks-And-Recreation/Our-Parks/Leaser-Lake
Excellent
85%
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15%
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5.0 based on 13 reviews

Leaser Lake Park

Reviewed By Connector17118529015

This is an awesome lake to visit. You can walk the trails, do some fishing, or just relax at the many benches and picnic tables.

8. Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area

River Rd, Delaware Water Gap, PA 18302 +1 570-426-2452 http://www.nps.gov/dewa/index.htm
Excellent
62%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
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2%
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4.5 based on 408 reviews

Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area

This 70,000-acre park is named for the point at which the Delaware River cuts through Kittatinny Mountain.

Reviewed By devilish_patsy - Mount Laurel, United States

Delaware Water Gap  On our adventure, we were on our way to Dingman's Ferry when we saw this back road.  We decided to take it and it went along by the river in the Gap.  20 miles of 15 miles an hour on a rural road.  We found treasure upon treasure for picture taking.  It was just us and nature.   Couldnt have asked for a more perfect ending to our day

9. Susquehanna River

Excellent
50%
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4.5 based on 4 reviews

Susquehanna River

Known for good paddling water, a 444-mile long river that stretches from New York to Maryland.

10. Lackawaxen River

Excellent
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4.5 based on 2 reviews

This river is full of trout, making it a popular destination for fishermen.

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