Overview
As Pennsylvania’s leader and chief advocate for conservation and outdoor recreation, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) will inspire citizens to:
- Value their natural resources
- Engage in conservation practices
- Experience the outdoors

Sledding and Ice Skating
There is a certain peace and tranquility in Pennsylvania state parks during the winter, and the view can be breathtaking—especially when there is snow on the ground and ice on the lakes.
Sledding and Ice Skating
Snowmobiling
State parks and forests offer thousands of miles and hundreds of acres of designated snowmobile areas for exploration.
Snowmobiling
Cross-Country Skiing
Cross-country skiing is a great way to experience the outdoors in winter. Pennsylvania’s state parks and forests offer some of the best places to ski.
Cross-Country Skiing-
Shapiro Administration Stock Trout in Pennsylvania Waterways, Prepare Camgrounds Ahead of Opening Day of Trout Season
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DCNR Names New Assistant Park Manager for Nockamixon State Park in Bucks County
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DCNR Names New Assistant Park Manager for Codorus State Park in York County
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Shapiro Administration Launches Statewide Program to Replace Invasive Trees and Shrubs