Overview
The Susquehanna Riverlands 400-acre recreation area on the west side of the river offers picnicking in both family-sized and a group-sized (up to 100 people) pavilion which can be reserved by calling 1-800-354-8383. Hiking trails, a ball field, volleyball net, and a playground offer opportunities for recreation. The "Planet Walk" invites visitors to journey from the sun to Pluto by following a series of laminated interpretive markers which guide you on a symbolic journey of nearly 4 billion miles!
Lake Took-A-While is stocked by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission with trout and a re-watered section of the North Branch of the Pennsylvania Canal provides ideal habitat for large-mouthed bass. Boating is allowed but only electric motors are permitted.
PPL conducts programs year-round for the public. Upcoming programs are listed in PPL's online Calendar of Events and publicized via a free quarterly e-mail. To receive the quarterly listing of events, send an e-mail to pplpreserves@pplweb.com and list "Subscribe" in the subject line.
The Riverlands Nature Center provides a place where visitors can get a close look at some of the area's wildlife, learn about wetlands and the river, and enjoy nature programs. It is located in the Susquehanna Energy Information Center.
Most facilities are accessible to people with physical limitations.
Just south of the recreation area (day-use area) is the Wetlands Nature Area. This 100-acre tract of riverine forest, marsh, swamp, and vernal pools has been set aside as an area for nature study and education. This refuge hosts a wide variety of plant and animal species and also gives visitors a chance to observe them in their native surroundings. Three trails wind throughout the area taking visitors past points of natural and historical interest. Wetlands was designated an "Urban Wildlife Sanctuary" in 1988. Hunting, fishing, trapping and pets are prohibited here.
The 88-acre expanse on the east side of the Susquehanna offers opportunities for hunting, fishing and hiking. Council Cup Scenic Overlook occupies a bluff 700 feet above the valley floor. A breath-taking view awaits those who visit. This is also the site of an annual count of migrating hawks. Three trails let you easily explore the upland oak forest of the region.
This area is open to public hunting through a Farm-Game Project agreement with the Pennsylvania Game Commission. Pheasants, grouse, rabbits, squirrels, turkey and deer can be found here.