State Game Lands Number 38, Wildlife conservation area in Monroe County, Pennsylvania
State Game Lands Number 38 is a wildlife conservation area in Monroe County covering roughly 5,500 acres of mixed forest, grassland, and rolling terrain. The land is managed by the Pennsylvania Game Commission to maintain habitats for native wildlife species.
The Pennsylvania Game Commission acquired these lands in the early 1900s as part of a statewide effort to restore wildlife populations depleted by uncontrolled hunting. Since then, the area has served as a refuge for deer, bears, and other forest-dwelling species.
Local hunters come here during fall and winter to pursue their traditional hunting practices in a regulated setting. The activities are woven into the fabric of regional outdoor life and support conservation goals at the same time.
Access to the land requires valid hunting permits and licenses from the Pennsylvania Game Commission. Regulations change seasonally based on wildlife management needs, so visitors should check current rules before planning their visit.
This conservation area shares a boundary with Big Pocono State Park and connects to a network of four neighboring state game lands. These linked protected areas together form one of the largest continuous natural corridors in the region.
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