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Prince Edward, New York
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Lehighton is popular during peak season. Reserve 2-4 weeks in advance for weekends and holidays.
Most parks have check-in after 1:00 PM and check-out by 11:00 AM. Call ahead if you'll arrive late.
New York weather can change quickly. Pack layers and check the forecast for Lehighton.
Don't miss local attractions near Lehighton. Ask the camp host for hidden gems and trails.
Mar 18, 2026
Mauch Chunk Lake Park in Jim Thorpe is such a peaceful and beautiful spot to spend the day, especially in the fall. The park’s scenery is absolutely stunning when the foliage starts changing — there are bursts of orange, red, and yellow all around the lake, making it perfect for walks, photos, or just sitting by the water and taking it all in. The trails are well-marked and not too tough, so it’s... Mauch Chunk Lake Park in Jim Thorpe is such a peaceful and beautiful spot to spend the day, especially in the fall. The park’s scenery is absolutely stunning when the foliage starts changing — there are bursts of orange, red, and yellow all around the lake, making it perfect for walks, photos, or just sitting by the water and taking it all in. The trails are well-marked and not too tough, so it’s great for both casual hikers and families. There’s plenty of space near the lake to relax or picnic, and you can even rent kayaks or bring your own if the weather’s nice. The place feels quiet and natural, not overcrowded like some parks can get. The air gets that crisp autumn feel, and the reflections of the colorful trees on the lake are just beautiful. Whether you go for the hiking, the picnic spots, or just to see the fall colors, this park never disappoints — it’s one of those hidden gems in Pennsylvania worth coming back to every year.
Mar 18, 2026
Mauch Chunk Lake Park in Jim Thorpe is such a peaceful and beautiful spot to spend the day, especially in the fall. The park’s scenery is absolutely stunning when the foliage starts changing — there are bursts of orange, red, and yellow all around the lake, making it perfect for walks, photos, or just sitting by the water and taking it all in. The trails are well-marked and not too tough, so it’s... Mauch Chunk Lake Park in Jim Thorpe is such a peaceful and beautiful spot to spend the day, especially in the fall. The park’s scenery is absolutely stunning when the foliage starts changing — there are bursts of orange, red, and yellow all around the lake, making it perfect for walks, photos, or just sitting by the water and taking it all in. The trails are well-marked and not too tough, so it’s great for both casual hikers and families. There’s plenty of space near the lake to relax or picnic, and you can even rent kayaks or bring your own if the weather’s nice. The place feels quiet and natural, not overcrowded like some parks can get. The air gets that crisp autumn feel, and the reflections of the colorful trees on the lake are just beautiful. Whether you go for the hiking, the picnic spots, or just to see the fall colors, this park never disappoints — it’s one of those hidden gems in Pennsylvania worth coming back to every year.
Mar 18, 2026
Mauch Chunk Lake Park is such a beautiful and well-maintained spot! The beach area is clean, with toilets, showers, and even coast guards on duty, which makes it perfect for a relaxed day by the water. We visited during golden hour, and the fall colors looked absolutely stunning in the warm light — such a peaceful and scenic experience. There are many picnic areas, and you can even rent a kayak he... Mauch Chunk Lake Park is such a beautiful and well-maintained spot! The beach area is clean, with toilets, showers, and even coast guards on duty, which makes it perfect for a relaxed day by the water. We visited during golden hour, and the fall colors looked absolutely stunning in the warm light — such a peaceful and scenic experience. There are many picnic areas, and you can even rent a kayak here to explore the lake. Highly recommend for anyone looking to unwind and enjoy nature!
Mar 18, 2026
Mauch Chunk Lake Park is such a beautiful and well-maintained spot! The beach area is clean, with toilets, showers, and even coast guards on duty, which makes it perfect for a relaxed day by the water. We visited during golden hour, and the fall colors looked absolutely stunning in the warm light — such a peaceful and scenic experience. There are many picnic areas, and you can even rent a kayak he... Mauch Chunk Lake Park is such a beautiful and well-maintained spot! The beach area is clean, with toilets, showers, and even coast guards on duty, which makes it perfect for a relaxed day by the water. We visited during golden hour, and the fall colors looked absolutely stunning in the warm light — such a peaceful and scenic experience. There are many picnic areas, and you can even rent a kayak here to explore the lake. Highly recommend for anyone looking to unwind and enjoy nature!
Mar 18, 2026
A beautiful and serene lake with plenty of hiking and camping options. The scenery is absolutely stunning, and the rental staff are so kind and accommodating. Highly recommend renting a kayak or SUP to really enjoy the water. The park rangers are attentive, and rules are well-enforced to promote both safety and mutual respect for this beautiful place.
Mar 18, 2026
A beautiful and serene lake with plenty of hiking and camping options. The scenery is absolutely stunning, and the rental staff are so kind and accommodating. Highly recommend renting a kayak or SUP to really enjoy the water. The park rangers are attentive, and rules are well-enforced to promote both safety and mutual respect for this beautiful place.
Mar 18, 2026
Jim Thorpe was overcrowded.....we came across this Lake Park by chance. It was a beautiful day out. The park was open to the sun and Overwhelming with scenery of fall foliage colors. Great place to enjoy your day .
Mar 18, 2026
Jim Thorpe was overcrowded.....we came across this Lake Park by chance. It was a beautiful day out. The park was open to the sun and Overwhelming with scenery of fall foliage colors. Great place to enjoy your day .
Mar 18, 2026
The Mauch Chunk Lake a reservoir in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania created by damming the White Bear Creek designed by the United States Army Corps of Engineers in early 1972. Constructed as a 50 foot (15 m) high earthen dam 1,710 feet (520 m) long and holds a 320 acres (130 ha) reservoir. It was officially opened in the summer of 1974, at a cost of $3 million dollars, which would be $18 million in toda... The Mauch Chunk Lake a reservoir in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania created by damming the White Bear Creek designed by the United States Army Corps of Engineers in early 1972. Constructed as a 50 foot (15 m) high earthen dam 1,710 feet (520 m) long and holds a 320 acres (130 ha) reservoir. It was officially opened in the summer of 1974, at a cost of $3 million dollars, which would be $18 million in today's money. It was commissioners Agnes T. McCartney and Rep. Daniel Flood who oversaw the venture. The lake is part of Mauch Chunk Lake Park. Mauch Chunk Lake is a fisherman's paradise ! Nice picnic facilities and also a beautiful Lake. The bathrooms are clean also.
Mar 18, 2026
The Mauch Chunk Lake a reservoir in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania created by damming the White Bear Creek designed by the United States Army Corps of Engineers in early 1972. Constructed as a 50 foot (15 m) high earthen dam 1,710 feet (520 m) long and holds a 320 acres (130 ha) reservoir. It was officially opened in the summer of 1974, at a cost of $3 million dollars, which would be $18 million in toda... The Mauch Chunk Lake a reservoir in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania created by damming the White Bear Creek designed by the United States Army Corps of Engineers in early 1972. Constructed as a 50 foot (15 m) high earthen dam 1,710 feet (520 m) long and holds a 320 acres (130 ha) reservoir. It was officially opened in the summer of 1974, at a cost of $3 million dollars, which would be $18 million in today's money. It was commissioners Agnes T. McCartney and Rep. Daniel Flood who oversaw the venture. The lake is part of Mauch Chunk Lake Park. Mauch Chunk Lake is a fisherman's paradise ! Nice picnic facilities and also a beautiful Lake. The bathrooms are clean also.
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