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State Park Link: Memorial Lake State Park
Nearby Parks: State Memorial Lake Swatara State Park Haldeman State Forest
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Memorial Lake State Park 18 Boundary Road Grantville, Pennsylvania 17028 Phone: 717-865-6470 Toll Free: 888-727-2757 Reservations: 888-727-2757 Email: memorialsp@state.pa.us
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| State Park Overview: |
 | Memorial Lake State Park is surrounded by Fort Indiantown Gap Military Reservation in East Hanover Township. The park consists of 230 acres in scenic Lebanon County near the southern base of Blue Mountain. |
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Great park.Great for walks or fishing
this park is full of natural beauty. There are very nice walking paths that let you experience nature, and great fishing.
Written by Michael Snyder II
14-Apr-2009
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Had my first day with my sweetheart here
A very nice place to go for a walk with your loved one. We walked hand in hand sat on benches laughed hugged and kissed. I will never forget that wonderful day.
Written by gts
17-Apr-2009
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| Four separate access roads provide easy entry to the day-use areas. Picnic tables are provided in shady groves, along the shoreline and at areas that provide scenic views of the lake. Charcoal grills are conveniently located throughout the park. Two picnic pavilions are available for reservation or on a first-come, first-served basis. They are conveniently located with easy access to the lake, restrooms and water fountains. Each pavilion accommodates 70 people. Call toll-free 888-PA-PARKS for reservations. |
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| Boating: electric motors only
The 85-acre Memorial Lake has two boat launching ramps, a courtesy dock and 56 overnight mooring spaces available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sailboating and sailboarding are very popular on Memorial Lake.
A boat rental has canoes, paddleboats, rowboats, sailboats and sailboards from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. |
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The 85-acre Memorial Lake has largemouth bass, muskellunge, northern pike, yellow perch, white and black crappie, various species of panfish, bullhead, channel catfish, carp and sucker. Trout are also found in the lake although they are not stocked. The lake is readily accessible for shoreline or boat fishing.
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| B&Bs / Inns | | Mt. Gretna Inn - This Arts & Crafts Inn is sited in the historic community of Mt. Gretna, PA. Each of the 7 guest rooms are unique and include private baths while some offer fireplaces, whirlpool, or private porches. | | Rose Manor B&B and Tea Room - 1905 English manor house in quaint Lancaster County village. Antiques, rose/herb gardens, fireplaces, whirlpool. | |  | Speedwell Forge B&B - Lititz, PA In a secluded valley, on 120 acres between a lake and a natural park, Speedwell Forge B&B is a hidden gem in Lancaster County. Yet it is only minutes to the historic towns of Lititz, Manheim, and the rest of Pennsylvania Dutch County. Web Site: http://www.speedwellforge.com |
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| | Cameron Estate Inn - The Inn features 18 guest rooms with in-room private baths. Prices include a full breakfast and range from $119 to $199 per night. Rooms are available with working fireplaces and whirlpool tubs. | | The Olde Square Inn - The Olde Square Inn is located on Mount Joy's historic square. The town is 150 years old and has a great deal of small town charm. Visit and you may walk to antique shops, restaurants, and parks. | | Vogt Farm Bed and Breakfast - A quiet farm overlooking the spacious farmlands. Our rooms are decorated to give you wonderful memories for another time. A delicious breakfast is served and Kathy will to give touring/dining tips. | | Maytown Manor Bed and Breakfast - Relax in our cozy retreat near Lancaster, PA. Full breakfast served. Three rooms with private baths and air conditioning. Read by the fire, play piano, or enjoy our porch swing. 2003 Best Breakfast! |
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 | Pennsylvania State Parks - Addresses - PA DCNR - This is an official Web site of the Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks. This is the address, phone number and e-mail list for all 116 Pennsylvania State Parks. |  | DyeStat HS Track & Field - HOME - US News - States - Calendar - Rankings - Features - Youth - Message Board - Chat Room - DyeStat Cross Country 2000. 9/9/00 at Memorial Lake State Park, Annville, PA Sunny, warm, upper 70s... |  | Parks - ... abundant wildlife. Pinchot Lake is a great warm-weather fishery and is popular for sailing. Memorial Lake State Park This quaint park has a lake for canoeing, wind-surfing and fishing, hiking trails ... |  | PA Bulletin, Doc. No. 97-1496 - STATE CONTRACTS INFORMATION. DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES. Notices of invitations for bids and requests for proposals on State contracts for services and commodities for which the bid amount... |  | DyeStat Calendar 2001-2002 - ... 22 races, thousands of kids, 100's of teams PA 8-- 28th Lebanon Valley Inv - Memorial Lake State Park, Ft. Indiantowntown Gap PA - Kent Reed, XC Coach, Lebanon Valley College, Annville, Pa. 17003 ... |  | Downey Diving - Memorial Lake State Park - Memorial Lake. Weather. How to Get There. Local Contacts. What To See. Rates. Contact Us. Memorial Lake State Park is surrounded by Fort Indiantown Gap Military Reservation in East Hanover... |  | Downey Dive Sites Page - Home. Classes. Downey Dive Sites. WHERE DO YOU DIVE AROUND HERE? Many newcomers to the area have asked this question. There are many different places and types of local diving. If you have more... | | Area Campgrounds | | Twin Grove Camping 1445 Suedberg Rd Pine Grove, PA (717) 865-4602

| Camp Swatara Family Camping 2901 Camp Swatara Rd Bethel, PA (717) 933-5244

| Lickdale General Store RR 1 Box 1282 Jonestown, PA (717) 865-6411

| Harrisburg East Campgrounds 1134 Highspire Rd Harrisburg, PA (717) 939-4331

| Camp Hebron Inc 957 Camp Hebron Rd Halifax, PA (717) 896-3441

| Camp-A-While 1921 E Main St Hegins, PA (570) 682-8696

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| | Area Fishing Related Businesses | | Pine Grove Fish & Game 7 Geary Wolfe Rd Pine Grove, PA (570) 345-3905

| Clouser's Fly Shop 101 Ulrich St Middletown, PA (717) 944-6541

| Middletown Bait N Tackle 27 E Emaus St Middletown, PA (717) 930-0700

| Row's Tackle & Ceramics 2055 S 3rd St Steelton, PA (717) 939-4504

| Bass Pro Shops 3501 Paxton St Harrisburg, PA (717) 565-5200

| Ron's Wholesale Bait 7805 Allentown Boulevard Harrisburg, PA (717) 652-1552

| Delaches Fishing Assn Inc 5450 Elizabethtown Rd Palmyra, PA (717) 964-2085

| Pennsylvania Commonwealth of: Governor's Advisory Council for Hunting Fishing & H Harrisburg, PA (717) 772-4285

| Hunters' & Anglers' Assn Inc Ofdleton 1350 Schoolhouse Rd Middletown, PA (717) 944-0760

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| | Area Resorts and Lodging | | Hershey Golf Club Group & Btq 1000 E Derry Rd Hershey, PA (717) 520-4997

| Hershey Entertainment & Resort Company: Hershey Information Hershey, PA (717) 534-3090

| Suites at Hershey The 176 Hershey Park Dr Hershey, PA (717) 534-2003

| Hershey Entertainment & Resort Company: Hershey Information Hershey, PA (717) 534-3090

| Four Points By Sheraton Harrisburg 800 East Park Drive Harrisburg, PA (717) 561-8398

| Wyndham Harrisburg Hershey 4650 Lindle Rd Harrisburg, PA (717) 564-5511

| Cocoa Beanery at Hershey Lodge W Chocolate & University Ave Hershey, PA (717) 534-8603

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| The park is 30 minutes east of Harrisburg and is easily reached from I-81. From the north, take Exit 85. From the south, take Exit 85B. Turn north onto Fisher Avenue and follow signs to the park. |
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