Pennsylvania
Glamping comes to Pa. state parks: Reservations are being taken for 2026
Love the idea of camping but not the setting up of the tent, sleeping on a sagging air mattress or lack of climate control?
Pennsylvania state parks have a solution: glamping.
Officials this past week introduced glamping — a portmanteau of glamorous and camping — at eight state parks, and reservations are being taken for 2026.
The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources says it invested $400,000 in improving these parks’ campgrounds where glamping is available, including restroom upgrades and new utilities.
The department is offering 61 glamping sites through a partnership with Timberline Glamping Co., under a five-year contract. It’s the first venture in the northeastern United States for the private company that offers glamping franchises, and Pennsylvania will now host more Timberline glamping locations than any other state, according to DCNR officials.
“This new offering is another way we’re ensuring that our state parks remain welcoming and enjoyable for all Pennsylvanians,” said DCNR Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn. “By transforming underused campsites into beautiful glamping experiences, we’re expanding overnight options in a way that’s affordable, sustainable, and beneficial to local communities.
“These are truly places where adventure feels like home.”
How it works is outdoor enthusiasts, or maybe the outdoor curious, reserve a site through DCNR’s “Stay the Night” webpage or go directly to timberlineglamping.com.
Under this collaboration, DCNR says it will receive a flat rate plus a share of revenue from Timberline’s operations, generating funds for additional park improvements.
Guests can expect safari-style tents with real beds, heat and air-conditioning, lighting, décor and outdoor seating. Each park with glamping sites will include one tent accessible to people with disabilities — ensuring access for all visitors.
Guests can book one-night weekday stays or two-night weekend and holiday stays, with check-in at 3 p.m. and checkout at 10 a.m. Nightly stays range from $130 to $200 a night depending on the time of week, with weekdays running cheaper than weekends, DCNR spokesman Wesley Robinson told lehighvalleylive.com.
Add-ons include local experiences, firewood bundles, games and gourmet s’mores kits, connecting visitors with local communities and businesses, according to the DCNR.
The new amenities are in response to the department’s “Penn’s Parks for All” plan developed with extensive public input that included a call for this type of overnight accommodations, Robinson said: “So we expect them to be popular.”
Glamping reservations are now open at the following eight state parks, with availability based on each park’s season:
- Poe Valley: March 27–Dec. 12
- Hills Creek: May 1–Oct. 17
- Laurel Hill: April 10–Oct. 17
- Pymatuning: April 10–Oct. 31
- Codorus: April 10–Oct. 31
- French Creek: March 6–Dec. 31 on the park’s Loop A and April 24–Oct. 31 on Loop B
- Hickory Run: April 10–Oct. 17
- Promised Land: May 1–Oct. 11
Pennsylvania state parks offer a wide range of overnight accommodations, including tent and glamping sites; RV full-service sites; yurts; rustic cabins with fireplaces and modern cabins with heat and bathrooms; and the eco-lodge The Nature Inn at Bald Eagle in Centre County.
“We believe that time spent in the great outdoors with family and friends can create some of life’s most meaningful memories,” said Timberline Glamping Co. co-owners Nathan and Rebeka Self. “We are passionate about creating beautiful, truly unique, and unforgettable spaces, where people can explore our incredible State Parks, without sacrificing comfort, luxury, and style. We believe in the traditional camping experience happening outside while the convenience of modern amenities happens inside our accommodations. Each of our locations offer add-ons and experiences unique to that location, which means each guest can truly customize their stay.”
DCNR officials note all Timberline glamping tents are made in the U.S., using materials crafted by American manufacturers in Denver.
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SOUTH SHENANGO TWP., Pa. (WKBN) – Jamestown Fire Department responded to a house fire in South Shenango Township at 4:15 p.m. Saturday afternoon.
Crews were on scene for two hours, according to a Jamestown Volunteer Fire Department Facebook post.
Nobody was home at the time, but a dog and two cats perished as a result of the fire.
A cause of the fire was not mentioned in the Facebook post.
Pennsylvania
Between Harrisburg And Baltimore Is Pennsylvania’s Lovely State Park Escape For Hiking Trails And Scenic Views – Islands
In Pennsylvania, 300,000 acres of land are dedicated to 125 state parks. It’s an understatement to say that the state’s residents are proud of their outdoors. Among PA’s most-visited state parks is Presque Isle State Park, a seashore destination with sandy beaches. Not to be left out, Susquehanna Riverlands State Park is a unique riverside spot whose primary trail delights its guests with breathtaking views.
Riverbanks along this section of the Susquehanna River are dotted with parks, and Susquehanna Riverlands is right off Interstate-83. Located in York County, it’s 40 minutes south of Harrisburg and 1 hour north of Baltimore. You can hike Susquehanna Riverlands’ easy 1.3-mile out-and-back Overlook trail, rated 4.6 on AllTrails, for views from Schull’s Rock.
Susquehanna Riverlands State Park is a convenient dip into nature that you can enjoy during a lunch hour. One Google review described it as “beautiful,” with trails that are “well marked” and “easy to follow.” Open every day of the year from sunrise to sunset, Susquehanna Riverlands is free to access, as are all Pennsylvania state parks. At the time of publication, there are no permanent restroom facilities, only port-a-potties.
Enjoy extended hiking along the Mason Dixon Trail
For hikers with a little more time to invest and something more than flip-flops or sandals on their feet, the Mason-Dixon Trail crosses the southern border of the Susquehanna Riverlands State Park, where it joins the Robert A. Kinsley Nature Preserve. At 2.75 miles, the going is slightly challenging, with steep grades and narrow paths, but guests are rewarded with another overlook of the Susquehanna at Buzzard’s Roost.
AllTrails rates this section of the Mason-Dixon as moderate, unusual for such a short jaunt, and worthy of note. You’ll want to follow the trail counterclockwise from the first Y for the best advantage on the terrain. A 500-foot elevation change, largely in the middle of the trail, is no joke for the inexperienced. AllTrails reviews note the steep incline and muddy spots in wet seasons. Plan on taking up to two hours to finish the entire loop to the Roost and back, and don’t forget to wear sturdy shoes.
To reach the Mason-Dixon trailhead, park in the first lot at the top of River Farm Road, just inside the park, and follow signs to the blue-blazed trail. Please note, there are no amenities along the Mason-Dixon, and hikers are advised to take plenty of water and bug spray if hiking in the summer, when the humid PA climate can get steamy without a breeze.
Dip down to Wrightsville for more views of the Susquehanna River
Despite Susquehanna Riverlands State Park’s abundant river scenery, don’t expect to find a boat launch. There’s a natural “soft put-in” where the Codorus Creek converges with the Susquehanna, but it is undeveloped and parking is limited. Experienced paddlers use it to exit the bottom of the creek, before hitting the river.
Fortunately, there’s more than one way to enjoy the Susquehanna. Before or after your time at the state park, grab a beer and a bite to eat 11 minutes away in nearby Wrightsville. John Wright Restaurant has an outdoor pizza patio on the riverfront that’s open in the summer and nets views of the historic Columbia-Wrightsville Bridge, officially dubbed the Veterans Bridge, above. Housed in a former silk mill, John Wright guests enjoy steak and fresh local fish for dinner. If you’re an Old Bay fan, give the Chesapeake Nachos a try. You’ll want reservations before you go.
If you get too sweaty on the trail, the Burning Bridge Tavern is nearly next door to John Wright’s and serves upriver views in a considerably more casual environment, alongside craft burgers and a rotation of 12 beers on tap. If you want to avoid weekend traffic on Front Street, top off your day with a sandwich and soda at Riverside Subs or pizza from Marcello’s. If you want to check out York while you’re there, it has a vibrant art scene and affordable attractions.
TRANSFER, Pa. (MyValleyTributes) – Sandra “Sandy” J. Kulka, age 68, of Transfer, Pennsylvania, passed away on Friday, April 24th, 2026, peacefully.
She was born June 24th, 1956, in Mercer, Pennsylvania, to Gerald Stainbrook and Violet (Patton) Stainbrook.
Sandy was a graduate of Hickory High School.
She was a homemaker and later in life worked as a custodian at Hermitage School District until her retirement. She enjoyed spending time with her five grandchildren and beloved pets, Teddy and Bella.
Sandy is survived by her three children, April Redfoot and her husband Daniel, Becky Kulka and Samuel Kulka, all of Greenville, Pennsylvania; a brother, Dennis Stainbrook and his wife, Margaret Kern of Transfer, Pennsylvania; and her five grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Patrick Kulka; her sister, Gail Hall; and her parents, Gerald and Violet Stainbrook.
In following Sandy’s wishes there will be no services.
Memorial contributions can be made in her name to Strayhaven Animal Shelter, 94 Donation Road, Greenville, PA 16125
John Flynn Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. is serving the family with arrangements.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Sandra J Kulka, please visit our floral store.
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