Moraine State Park

Every year, nearly two million people visit Moraine State Park’s 16,725 beautiful acres for its gorgeous scenery and the abundance of outdoor recreation options. Selected as one of the “25 Must-See Pennsylvania State Parks.” visitors enjoy popular activities like fishing, hiking, biking, boating, disc golf, picnicking, and more!

Recreation at Moraine State Park

STAND-UP PADDLEBOARDING

S’up? “SUP’s” up! Stand-up paddleboarding, that is, which is a beginner and family-friendly pursuit and one of the best ways to experience Pennsylvania’s beautiful waterways, including Lake Arthur. You will be provided with all the necessary equipment and can look forward to sharing the experience with SurfSUP Adventures’ expert guides and instructors.

BOATING

Lake Arthur’s boat rentals and nine public boat launches provide an eclectic mix on the water. It’s one of a few places in western Pennsylvania to sail and windsurf, which is most popular at Barber Point. Races, regattas and sailing instruction classes are held in season and there’s lots of canoes, kayaks, sailboats and pontoon boats as well. Take a boat tour of Lake Arthur on Preston's Pearl, operated by Moraine Preservation Fund.

SWIMMING

Moraine State Park’s beaches are excellent spots to catch some rays and cool down for you and the entire family. The South Shore’s Pleasant Valley Beach has a 1,200-foot turf and sand beach with a sand volleyball court. The North Shore’s Lakeview Beach is a 550foot sand beach. Both beaches are equipped with bathhouses and are prepared to help create memories.

FISHING

Lake Arthur’s 3,254 acres and 42 miles of shoreline provide lots of access for anglers. You’ll find many boat launches for vessels with up to 20HP motors. Common species include Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Channel Catfish, Black Crappie, and Bluegill.

HIKING

Hiking is a great way to explore Moraine! With 38 miles of trails, the park provides options for hikers of all skill levels. The Glacier Ridge trail, designated as part of the North Country National Scenic Trail, is very popular. The trails feature amazing views and can be enjoyed all year. For your safety, please stay on the trails.

DISC GOLFING

Lakeview Disc Golf Course, on Lake Arthur’s North Shore, is an 18-hole, par-66, championship level disc golf course that offers spectacular views and scenery that provides a strenuous but rewarding workout. The course hosts many tournaments, and was part of the 2015 PDGA Professional Disc Golf World Championships!

BIKING

A seven-mile, paved out-and-back trail provides amazing views as it winds through prairies and woods along Lake Arthur. The path can be accessed on the North Shore at Spoke House Bike Rental, Lakeview Beach and Watts Bay Marina areas. A six-mile loop trail through the woods for mountain bikes provides a bigger challenge!