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Susquehanna State Park
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| State Park Overview: |
 | Milton State Park is an 82-acre island on the West Branch Susquehanna River, between the Boroughs of Milton and West Milton. The northern half of the park has day use facilities and the southern half remains in a wooded state for hiking and nature study. |
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| Picnicking: |
| There are picnic tables, drinking water, charcoal grills and restrooms. Please dispose of charcoal in the proper facilities. |
| Boating: |
| Boating: unlimited hp motors permitted
A boat launch is on the east side of the island. River elevations vary with the seasons and generally are not deep enough for large watercraft.
Motorboats must display a boat registration from any state. Non-powered boats must display one of the following: boat registration from any state; launching permit or mooring permit from Pennsylvania State Parks that are available at most state park offices; launch use permit from the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission. |
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| Fishing:
The Susquehanna River has warm water and cold water fishing. Common species are smallmouth bass, panfish and catfish. |
| History of the Area: |
| In 1762, Marcus Huling Jr. claimed the big island, which eventually came to be called Montgomery Island. Within a decade, he planted an apple orchard. At this time, this part of the state was claimed by Pennsylvania and Connecticut.
Eventually the land came to be controlled by the Straub Brothers, who in 1824 built a dam across part of the river and erected a sawmill and gristmill. The brothers won the contract to build a bridge across the river between the three islands.
The mills eventually became unprofitable and the island was only used as farmland. Floods continually washed away parts of the bridge, which were rebuilt. By the early 1900s, farming ceased and there were now two islands, one of the smaller islands having joined the big island, making it even larger. The island was subdivided to many owners and part became athletic fields. The Milton Rotary Club worked to consolidate the deeds to one title for the Borough of Milton, who then transferred the title to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in 1966.
The floodwaters of Hurricane Agnes completely covered the island in 1972. Federal relief money helped rebuild the facilities. In 1987, PA 624 was relocated across the island, providing a new boat launch and transferring the final piece of property to state park control. |
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| Area Accommodations |
|  | The Inn at New Berlin - New Berlin, PA
Luxurious base for indulging in a clutch of quiet pleasures. An uptown experience in a rural setting. Eleven rooms lodging, fine casual dining (Wine Spectator Award of Excellence), massage, gift shop.
Price Range: $109 - $199
Web Site: http://www.InnAtNewBerlin.com |
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| Related Links: |
| PA DCNR - Press Releases - NEWS RELEASE. COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Commonwealth News Bureau Room 308, State Capitol Harrisburg, PA 17120. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE. ... | | Pennsylvania State Parks - Milton - PA DCNR - This is an official Web site of the Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks. Begin your adventure here. - Milton State Park is a favorite day use area. The park provides opportunities for picnicking,... | | Parks - ... there is adult supervision. Enjoy Nature's getaway and contribute to the care of the environment. Milton State Park Milton's 84 acre island park is divided in half with half for restricted day-use ... | | Area Campgrounds | | Shangri-La on the Creek
670 Hidden Paradise Rd
Milton, PA
(570) 524-4561
| Hidden Valley Camping Resort
162 Hidden Valley Ln
Mifflinburg, PA
(570) 966-1330
| Fort Boone Campsites
8635 State Route 405
Milton, PA
(570) 742-9113
| Nittany Mountain Campground
2751 Millers Bottom Rd
New Columbia, PA
(570) 568-5541
| Irish Valley Campgrounds
RR 3
Sunbury, PA
(570) 286-2924
| River Edge RV Camp & Marina
RR 2
Winfield, PA
(570) 524-0453
| Shady Rest Camp Grounds
119 Eyersgrove Rd
Millville, PA
(570) 458-6327
| Fantasy Island Campground
401 Park Dr
Sunbury, PA
(570) 286-1307
| Libby's Shoreside Campground
1095 State Route 405
Milton, PA
(570) 524-9433
| Yogi on the River Campground
RR 1 Box 116
Northumberland, PA
(570) 473-8021
| Riverside Campground & Lounge
125 S Main St
Montgomery, PA
(570) 547-2252
| Benson's Trailer Park
2426 Four Mile Dr
Montoursville, PA
(570) 323-2456
| Hughesville Camp Meeting
199 Race St
Hughesville, PA
(570) 584-2882
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| | Area Fishing Related Businesses | | Old Trail Tackle & Sports Shop
225 S Old TRL
Selinsgrove, PA
(570) 743-7380
| Black's Bait & Tackle
24 E Pine St
Selinsgrove, PA
(570) 374-2248
| Wertman's Bait & Tackle
173 W Water St
Muncy, PA
(570) 546-2679
| Dugan's Gun Shop
N Railroad St & Route 220
Hughesville, PA
(570) 584-2281
| Mertz Rod & Gun Inc
RR 2
Northumberland, PA
(570) 473-9560
| Campus Cycle & Fly Fishing Ctr
223 Market St
Lewisburg, PA
(570) 524-2998
| Invisible Minnow Rig
5608 Warrensville Rd
Montoursville, PA
(570) 435-0462
| Fishing Creek Outfitters
346 Broad St
Montoursville, PA
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| Susie Dombach's Rod & Reel
2637 Ironville Pike
Columbia, PA
(717) 684-7619
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| Directions: |
| Access the park via PA 642 off of PA 147 on the east, and from US 15 at West Milton. |
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