State park · New Vernon Township, Mercer County

Maurice K. Goddard State Park

The official who vowed to put a state park within 25 miles of every Pennsylvanian lent his name to this one, wrapped around slender Lake Wilhelm, where anglers and ospreys work the coves.

What you will find

Hiking trails
Biking
Cross-country skiing
Boat launch
Canoe and kayak launch
Fishing
Picnic areas
Wildlife and bird watching

Hunting is permitted here in season. Check the state hunting calendar and wear blaze orange in fall and winter.