Facilities and Activities:
| Day-Use | Fishing | yes | | | Hunting | yes | | | Hiking Trail, miles | yes | | | Picnicking | yes |
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Nearby Parks: Palmer State Park Susquehanna National Wildlife Refuge Deer Creek State Park Susquehannock State Park Elk Neck State Forest Fair Hill State Natural Resources Management Area Elk Neck State Park
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| State Park Overview: |
 | Located along the Susquehanna River valley with its heavy forest cover and massive rock outcroppings, Susquehanna State Park offers a wide variety of outdoor recreational opportunities as well as historical significance. The park is home to some of the most popular mountain biking trails in Maryland and the river itself beacons fishermen and boaters alike. Susquehanna State Park also contains a very family friendly campground with traditional campsites and cabins. History buffs will be drawn to the restored Rock Run Historical Area with its working grist mill, the Archer Mansion, Jersey Toll House and the remains of the Susquehanna Tidewater Canal. This is a Maryland State Park. For full information go to the official webpage. (Link on the right side) |
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| Picnicking: |
| Riverside picnic tables are scattered throughout the area. A picnic pavilion may be reserved by calling 570-326-2500. If unreserved, the picnic pavilion is available for free on a first-come, first-served basis. |
| Boating: |
| Boating: unlimited hp motors permitted
A boat launch provides access to the West Branch Susquehanna River and the 652-acre Hepburn Street Dam that is deep enough for water-skiing.
Non-powered boats must have one of the following: launching permit or mooring permit from Pennsylvania State Parks, available at most state park offices; or boat registration or launching permit from the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission. Motorboats must display a current boat registration. |
| History of the Area: |
| The West Branch Susquehanna River was a travel route for settlers to the interior of Pennsylvania. In 1833, the West Branch Division of the Pennsylvania Canal opened from Northumberland to Lock Haven, passing through the current state park. By the late 1800s, logging became the main industry of the area. At this time it was not uncommon in the spring to find the river jammed bank-to-bank with timber floating to mills downstream.
The initial land for the park was purchased for flood control. Susquehanna State Park was created through the joint efforts of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the City of Williamsport. The park occupies the floodplain between the river and the flood control levy. The park is the only ?riverfront recreational area? constructed by the former Department of Forests and Waters, a precursor to the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. The park opened to the public in 1961. |
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| Area Accommodations |
| B&Bs / Inns | | Elk Forge B&B Inn, Retreat and Day Spa - Located on five wooded acres, this historical colonial Manor House is your perfect romantic getaway. Elk Forge offers in-house spa services as well as access to a large selection of area activities. | | Limestone Inn B&B - Historic property circa 1786; close to the Pa. Dutch countryside, Brandywine Valley and historic Lancaster county. Private baths, many confortable sitting rooms and one fireplace room. | | Walnut Lawn Bed & Breakfast - A 1909 home with 4 large bedrooms each with a private bath. A complimentary full breakfast is included. Enjoy the quietness of a rural village setting. |
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| Related Links: |
| Area Campgrounds | | Camp Saginaw 740 Saginaw Rd Oxford, PA (610) 932-8467

| D & J Shady Rest Campsites 2071 Kirkwood Pike Kirkwood, PA (717) 529-2020

| Yogi Bear's Jellystone Camp 340 Blackburn Rd Quarryville, PA (717) 786-3458

| Holloway Beach 419 Charlestown Plz Charlestown, MD (410) 287-8510

| Sandy Cove Ministry Conf Ctr 60 Sandy Cove Rd North East, MD (410) 287-5433

| Muddy Run Recreation Ctr 172 Bethesda Church Rd W Holtwood, PA (717) 284-4325

| Otter Creek Campground 1101 Furnace Rd Airville, PA (717) 862-3628

| Gamler's Boat Yard Campgrounds 211 Indian Steps Rd Airville, PA (717) 862-3303

| Tucquan Park 917 River Rd Holtwood, PA (717) 284-2156

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| | Area Fishing Related Businesses | | Clevy & Sons Bait & Tackle 54 S 3rd St Oxford, PA (610) 932-7886

| Quiet Time Fly Shop 288 Hess Rd Quarryville, PA (717) 786-0951

| Herb's Tackle Shop 203 S Main St North East, MD (410) 287-5490

| Ann's Sporting Goods 2519 Shuresville Rd Darlington, MD (410) 457-5182

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| | Area Resorts and Lodging | | Washington Lodge 14 S Church St Quarryville, PA (717) 786-4543

| Esdraelon Lodge 1634 Main St Whiteford, MD (410) 452-8414

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