Canoe Creek State Park

Centred Outdoors will host free and guided events at Canoe Creek State Park the week of July 30th. Join informative guided outings on Sunday, July 30th at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.; and Thursday August 3rd at 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Walks will be starting from the Terry Wentz Education Center. Parking is adjacent to Pavilion #2 (Parking Lot #6 on the Canoe Creek map). Take the trail to the center.

There is so much to learn about this 961-acre park that the park guides have put together four different outings! Walks will be starting from the Terry Wentz Education Center. Parking is adjacent to Pavilion #2 (Parking Lot #6 on the Canoe Creek map).  Take the trail to the center. You're welcome to join our outings and  also explore at your own pace - or spend some time swimming at the  beach!

Sunday, July 30th at 11:00 AM: Unhuggables!

Take  a stroll to learn about the “unhuggable” that we all love to hate. From  spiders to snakes, slugs and bugs we’ll talk about all the ‘ickies’ and  learn about how they survive! Begins at the Wentz Education Center. (Photo: DCNR)

Sunday, July 30th at 1:00 PM: Lime Kiln History

Take  a walk back in time as we visit the limekilns of the Blair Limestone  Company. Why were the kilns built and who worked there? We’ll find out  as we explore the hidden history of our state park. Begins at the Wentz  Education Center. (Photo: DCNR)

Thursday, August 3 at 9:00 AM: Marsh Trail Stroll

Take  an early morning walk to see what’s out and about on the Marsh trail.  We’ll explore the wetland and learn about the critters we see along the  trail. Begins at the Boat Rental Building (staff will direct you). (Photo: DCNR)

Thursday, August 3 at 11:00 AM: All About Defense

Take  a walk to explore how plants and animals use defenses. Biological,  chemical, physical - the variety of survival strategies is fascinating  and fun (and sometimes weird!). Begins at the Wentz Education Center. (Photo: DCNR)

Unplug and unwind at Canoe Creek State Park, where you can immerse yourself in 961-acres of nature, including Canoe Lake where you can swim and fish, wetlands, and mature forests. For rock lovers, notice the limestone-rich geologic formations that once supported the state’s iron and steel industry. With 12 miles of hiking trails and plenty of picnic tables, the most difficult part about a visit here might be leaving after a memorable day at the park.

Photo credit: Shamsa Anwar