Where to Ice Skate in State Parks
Click on a region in the map or zoom in on the map using the zoom tool on the left. Clicking on a park in the map will reveal an information box with a listing of amenities in the park, and a link to the park in the listing far below.
The direction links below will take you to a listing of parks with ice skating.
North
The following state parks in northern Pennsylvania offer ice skating opportunities.
BALD EAGLE STATE PARK
Ice skating is permitted on the lake. Ice thickness is not monitored.
BLACK MOSHANNON STATE PARK
When conditions allow, an area of the lake by Boating Area #1 is maintained for skating.
CHAPMAN STATE PARK
Ice skating is permitted on the natural ice of Chapman Lake, as conditions permit.
HILLS CREEK STATE PARK
Skating is permitted on the natural ice of the lake as conditions permit.
KETTLE CREEK STATE PARK
Skating is permitted on the natural ice of the lake as conditions permit.
LITTLE PINE STATE PARK
Skating is permitted on the natural ice of the lake as conditions permit.
LYMAN RUN STATE PARK
Lyman Run Lake provides ice skating at the swimming area. Ice thickness is not monitored.
MOUNT PISGAH STATE PARK
Ice skating is permitted on the natural ice of the lake dependent upon ice conditions. Ice thickness is monitored at the fishing area and at the boat launch.
PARKER DAM STATE PARK
Conditions permitting, an ice skating area is maintained at the swimming area. Ice thickness is monitored for safety.
RAYMOND B. WINTER STATE PARK
Skating is permitted on the natural ice of the lake as conditions permit.
SINNEMAHONING STATE PARK
Conditions permitting, an ice skating area is available on the pond at the Wildlife Viewing Area near the northern end of the park. Please use caution.
South
The following state parks in southern Pennsylvania offer ice skating opportunities.
CANOE CREEK STATE PARK
There are two ponds just north of the Beaver Dam Road Boat Launch.
CODORUS STATE PARK
When conditions allow, a 10-acre area in Chapel Cove, near the restrooms, is available for ice skating. When conditions are good, lights are provided to extend the skating time until 7:30 P.M. Skating is only permitted when the ice is posted as safe.
COLONEL DENNING STATE PARK
When conditions permit, the natural lake ice is monitored for ice skating in swimming area. Ice skating is at your own risk. Check the Winter Report for ice conditions. Skating is permitted from 8:00 A.M. until sunset.
COWANS GAP STATE PARK
A section of the lake by the beach is available exclusively for ice skating. Ice thickness is monitored in the beach area.
GIFFORD PINCHOT STATE PARK
Ice skating is available on Pinchot Lake.
GREENWOOD FURNACE STATE PARK
Ice skating is popular on the natural ice of the beach area at Greenwood Lake. Ice thickness is not monitored.
LITTLE BUFFALO STATE PARK
Conditions permitting, a two-acre skating area is maintained on the east end of the lake by the Main Boat Launch. Heated restrooms are provided. The skating area is open from 8:00 A.M. - 9:00 P.M. Ice thickness is monitored in the skating area only.
PINE GROVE FURNACE STATE PARK
At Laurel Lake, a small area by the boat launch is maintained for ice skating.
PRINCE GALLITZIN STATE PARK
Skating is permitted on the natural ice of the lake as conditions permit.
SHAWNEE STATE PARK
An area at Colvin Boat Launch is quite popular when natural conditions permit.
WHIPPLE DAM STATE PARK
The natural ice of the lake is popular for skating. Ice depth is not monitored.
East
The following state parks in eastern Pennsylvania offer ice skating opportunities.
DELAWARE CANAL STATE PARK
When conditions permit, ice skating is permitted on the frozen canal and at the Giving Pond.
FRANCES SLOCUM STATE PARK
When conditions permit, ice skating is permitted on the natural ice of the lake.
FRENCH CREEK STATE PARK
The natural ice of the two lakes can be skated when conditions permit.
GOULDSBORO STATE PARK
Ice skating is available as natural conditions permit. Gouldsboro State Park has a one-acre skating area near Parking Lot #4.
HICKORY RUN STATE PARK
When conditions permit, Sand Spring Lake is available for ice skating. Ice thickness is not monitored.
LACKAWANNA STATE PARK
When conditions permit, park staff clear an area of ice near the fishing pier for skating. Always check the ice thickness before traveling on the ice. Ice thickness and conditions are not monitored. For your safety, carry safety equipment and be sure ice thickness is at least four inches thick. Ice under the PA 407 bridge is UNSAFE all winter. Check the park website or call the park office for snow and ice conditions.
LOCUST LAKE STATE PARK
Ice skating is available on the natural ice of the lake.
MEMORIAL LAKE STATE PARK
A one-acre area is available for ice skating in the Middle Road boat launch/mooring cove.
NESCOPECK STATE PARK
Ice skating is available on the natural ice of the lake.
NOCKAMIXON STATE PARK
Ice skating is available on the natural ice of the lake.
PROMISED LAND STATE PARK
Conditions permitting, ice skating occurs on Promised Land Lake.
TOBYHANNA STATE PARK
Ice skating is available as natural conditions permit. Tobyhanna State Park has a 1.2-acre area near Parking Area #3.
TUSCARORA STATE PARK
Ice skating is available o the lake as natural conditions permit.
TYLER STATE PARK
Neshaminy Creek sometimes freezes and ice skating is permitted near the boathouse warming area. Ice thickness is not monitored.
West
The following state parks in western Pennsylvania offer ice skating opportunities.