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| State Park Overview: |
 | Little Buffalo State Park is a place where people have met for centuries. Besides having extensive picnic areas, hiking trails and a lake for fishing and boating, the park is steeped in history. Historical features include a covered bridge, a restored, operating grist mill, an old farm house built on the site of a colonial tavern, and a narrow guage railroad trace which feature one of the original railroad cars. |
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| Picnicking: |
| Many picnic tables offer nice views of the lake and most are shaded by beautiful oak, maple and ash trees. Charcoal grills are scattered throughout the picnic areas. All picnic areas are open from 8 a.m. to sunset.
There are two picnic areas in Little Buffalo State Park. The Main Picnic Area is a large, shaded lawn surrounding the swimming pools. There are showers, first-aid station, play field, seasonal food concession, playground equipment, boat rental, two picnic pavilions, horseshoe pits, restrooms and many picnic tables. The Main Picnic Area is closed November through April. The East Picnic Area, located by the Little Buffalo Historic District and open year-round, features picnic tables, restrooms, horseshoe pits, environmental interpretive center, picnic pavilion and the Moore Performing Arts Pavilion.
The two picnic pavilions in the west side of the Main Picnic Area seat 80 people, and the picnic pavilion in the East Picnic Area seats 50 people. The picnic pavilions may be reserved up to 11 months in advance for a fee by calling 888-PA-PARKS. Unreserved picnic pavilions are free on a first come first served basis. |
| Boating: |
| Electric powered and non-powered boats are permitted. Motorboats must display a boat registration from any state. Non-powered boats must display one of the following: boat registration from any state; launching permit or mooring permit from Pennsylvania State Parks that are available at most state park offices; launch use permit from the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission.
There are two public boat launches on the north side of Holman Lake. Mooring sites for private boats are available for a fee from April 1 to Nov. 1.
A boat rental is located next to the swimming pool and operates the weekend of Memorial Day through Labor Day from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily, unless otherwise posted. Canoes, rowboats and pedal boats are available. |
| Swimming: |
| A new, state-of-the-art swimming pool is open. Hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., weather permitting, Memorial Day to Labor Day. Fee charged for pool use. |
| Fishing and Hunting: |
| Fishing:
The 88-acre Holman Lake offers year-round fishing opportunities. This warm water fishery enjoys natural reproduction of largemouth bass, catfish and panfish. The lake is designated as a "Big Bass Lake." Bass must be at least 15 inches long with a daily limit of four. Adult brook, brown and rainbow trout are stocked several times a year. Fingerlings of tiger muskellunge and walleye are also stocked. An accessible fishing pier is located by the Main Boat Launch. See Winter Activities for information on ice fishing. The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission rules and regulations apply.
Ice Fishing:
Ice fishing is permitted on Holman Lake except in the ice skating area. The lake is noted for a high panfish harvest, along with trout and warm water game fish. The ice thickness is not monitored. For your safety, be sure the ice is four inches thick and carry safety equipment.
Hunting and Firearms:
Approximately 300 acres of Little Buffalo State Park are open to hunting, trapping and the training of dogs during established seasons. Common game species are deer, turkey, grouse, rabbit, pheasant and squirrel. Hunting woodchucks, also known as groundhogs, is prohibited. Dog training is only permitted from the day following Labor Day to March 31 in designated hunting areas. The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Pennsylvania Game Commission rules and regulations apply. Contact the park office for accessible hunting information.
Use extreme caution with firearms at all times. The park is used by other visitors during hunting seasons. Firearms and archery equipment may be uncased and ready for use only in authorized hunting areas during hunting seasons. In areas not open to hunting, firearms and archery equipment shall be kept in the owner's car. |
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| B&Bs / Inns | | Pheasant Field Bed & Breakfast - Enjoy casual, country elegance in this 200 year old brick farmhouse situated on 10 acres. We are located near the Appalachain Trail, world-class fyl fishing and Carlisle collector car events. | | Gelinas Manor Victorian Bed & Breakfast - Reasonably priced B&B midway between Hershey and Gettysburg, short drive to Pennsylvania Amish. Four trout fishing streams in the area. |
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| Third Annual H. Ray Wertz Ride to Read Bike Tour - 3RD ANNUAL H. RAY WERTZ MEMORIAL RIDE TO READ BIKE TOUR FUNDRAISER. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2002 8AM-4PM. Starting at picturesqueLITTLE BUFFALO STATE PARK, travelling into western Perry County,... | | www.newportpubliclibrary.org - Second Annual "Ride to Read" Bike Tour. Saturday, September 29, 2001 at Little Buffalo State Park, Newport PA. Mary Jane Wertz and Bobbi Wertz-Hoy. Many people contribute to their community in... | | Perry County Little Buffalo State Park - ? 2001 First National Bank of Newport (717) 567-3414. | | Parks - ... State Forest provides many acres for hunting. Creekside camping is available. Little Buffalo State Park Little Buffalo State Park has been a gathering place for centuries. Besides having extensive ... |
| Nature Programs: |
| Little Buffalo State Park offers a wide variety of environmental education and interpretive programs. Through hands-on activities, guided walks and campfire programs, participants gain appreciation, understanding and develop a sense of stewardship toward natural and cultural resources.
Curriculum-based environmental education programs are available to schools and youth groups. Teacher workshops are available. Group programs must be arranged in advance and may be scheduled by calling the park office.
Programs are offered year-round. Many programs feature Shoaff's Mill. Over 12,000 people visit the mill annually. For more detailed information on programs contact the park office. |
| Area Attractions: |
| PCCA Festival at Little Buffalo: Held the third weekend of September in the East Picnic Area, this arts and crafts festival features juried craft people and live performers. Over sixty crafters present their wares and demonstrate their skills. Visitors will find anything from basket weaving, to photography demonstrations, to sheepshearing. Entertainers include singers, storytellers, bands, clowns and magicians. The two-day event is organized by the Perry County Council of the Arts and usually attracts several thousand people. An admission fee is charged.
Old Fashion Cider Squeeze: Held the third weekend of October in time for fall foliage, this festival will take your taste buds back to the mid-19th century. You can see and taste apple butter cooked in a large copper kettle in front of Shoaff's Mill. Apples are ground and squeezed in a century-old water powered press. Shoaff's Mill grinds cornmeal, cracked corn and apples. Taste samples of apple cider, apple butter and cornmeal recipes as long as supplies last.
Halloween Night: Held in the East Picnic Area on the Saturday before Halloween, this program features storytelling, pumpkin carving, refreshments and haunted hayrides. Activities start at 6 p.m.
Christmas Walk: This family oriented activity has become a popular holiday event in the county. Thousands of lights and holiday cutouts dot the East Picnic Area and provide the perfect holiday atmosphere. Santa always makes an appearance. Local 4-H Clubs sell cookies and hot chocolate. Local choirs sing carols many of the nights. The program runs December 17th through December 23rd from 6 to 9 p.m. |
| Area Campgrounds | | Dressler's Campsites
815 Susquehanna TRL
Liverpool, PA
(717) 444-3234
| Western Village RV Park
200 Greenview Dr
Carlisle, PA
(717) 243-1179
| Harrisburg East Campgrounds
1134 Highspire Rd
Harrisburg, PA
(717) 939-4331
| Rent-A-Boat
9 Newport Rd
Duncannon, PA
(717) 834-5252
| Camp Hebron Inc
957 Camp Hebron Rd
Halifax, PA
(717) 896-3441
| Pittman's Riverside Camp Grnd
226 W Juniata Pkwy
Millerstown, PA
(717) 589-3422
| Ferry Boat Campground
32 Ferry Ln
Liverpool, PA
(717) 444-3200
| Little Buffalo Family Camping
400 Black Hill Rd
Newport, PA
(717) 567-7370
| Buttonwood Campground
RR 3
Mifflintown, PA
(717) 436-8334
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| | Area Fishing Related Businesses | | Byron's Bait & Tackle
19 Benvenue Rd
Duncannon, PA
(717) 834-6263
| Bass Pro Shops
3501 Paxton St
Harrisburg, PA
(717) 565-5200
| Cold Spring Anglers
419 E High St # A
Carlisle, PA
(717) 245-2646
| Ron's Wholesale Bait
7805 Allentown Boulevard
Harrisburg, PA
(717) 652-1552
| Pennsylvania Commonwealth of: Governor's Advisory Council for Hunting Fishing & H
Harrisburg, PA
(717) 772-4285
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| | Area Resorts and Lodging | | Four Points By Sheraton Harrisburg
800 East Park Drive
Harrisburg, PA
(717) 561-8398
| Wyndham Harrisburg Hershey
4650 Lindle Rd
Harrisburg, PA
(717) 564-5511
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| Directions: |
| From PA Route 322, take the Newport Exit and follow PA Route 34 South through the town of Newport. One mile from town turn right onto Little Buffalo State Park Road to the park. From PA Route 322 to the park entrance is 4.6 miles. |
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