Sproul State Forest

Sproul State Forest is a state forest in north central Pennsylvania covering roughly 305,000 acres across rolling ridges and deep valleys. The landscape is shaped by steep terrain carved by the West Branch Susquehanna River and numerous tributary streams that flow through the property.

This forest was established in 1898 as Pennsylvania worked to restore its woodlands after heavy logging depleted vast tracts during the late 1800s. The creation of this forest became part of a broader effort to rebuild the state's natural resources.

The forest has become a gathering place for people seeking outdoor adventure and a chance to disconnect from daily routines. Locals and visitors alike use the trails and waterways for recreation that connects them to the natural world.

You can reach the forest by taking US-220 Exit 111 and following PA-120W to the resource management center. Sturdy footwear and good preparation are important since the hilly terrain and remote areas require steady navigation.

The forest maintains more than 1,000 miles of cold-water streams flowing through the landscape, with a dozen designated as pristine trout waters. These clean, cold waterways are what draw serious fishing enthusiasts from far away to experience the ecological richness hidden within the woods.