Are there bears in Worlds End State Park?
The extensive forest cover, hemlock valleys, and mountainous terrain provide ideal habitat for “big woods” wildlife. White-tailed deer, black bear, and wild turkey are regularly sighted.
How big is Worlds End State Park?
780 acres
| Worlds End State Park | |
|---|---|
| Area | 780 acres (320 ha) |
| Elevation | 1,175 ft (358 m) |
| Established | 1932 |
| Named for | its remote location, or a whirlpool in Loyalsock Creek |
Is there cell service in Worlds End State Park?
First, be forewarned there is no cell service in this park, or the surrounding area, so print/map out directions to places you want to go in advance. Also, the family campground is adjacent to a 45MPH road, and I mean some of the sites are DIRECTLY adjacent to the road.
Are pets allowed at Worlds End State Park?
Pets are welcoming in the park. Dogs must remain on a leash and be cleaned up after.
Can you swim at Worlds End State Park?
A small dam on Loyalsock Creek forms a swimming area that is open from Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day, sunrise to sunset. The mountain stream water is always cold and exhilarating.
Can you swim at Worlds End?
No there isn’t a pool at World’s End. However, it is one of the Boston Harbor islands and there is water for swimming.
Why is it called Worlds End State Park?
The proponents of the second name base their claim upon the whirlpool in the Loyalsock Creek and the third name was probably a contraction of the other two. Since the whirlpool had largely disappeared, it was decided that the name Worlds End would be the most appropriate. Hence, the name Worlds End State Forest Park.”
Can you swim at World’s End Hingham?
No there isn’t a pool at World’s End. However, it is one of the Boston Harbor islands and there is water for swimming. World’s End is on a peninsula in Hingham Harbor. Therefore there is water.
Can you fish at Worlds End State Park?
Loyalsock Creek is stocked with trout by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission. The cold mountain water provides good fishing most of the year. Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission rules and regulations apply.
How did Worlds End State Park get its name?
Is World’s End Open?
Year-round, daily, 8AM to sunset. Allow a minimum of 2 hours.