McDade Park

McDade Park is a 200-acre arboretum in Scranton featuring multiple gardens, sports facilities, and hiking trails throughout its natural landscape. The grounds also offer a large swimming area and various recreational facilities for visitors of all ages.

The park was developed in the 1970s on the site of former coal mines and named after U.S. Representative Joseph M. McDade. This transformation shows how the region turned its industrial past into a public recreation space.

The Anthracite Heritage Museum inside the park tells the stories of European immigrants who worked in the region's coal mines and textile mills. These exhibits keep the memory alive of the area's industrial past and the people who shaped it.

The Boundless Playground features wheelchair-accessible equipment and areas designed for children with different abilities. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes as the grounds are extensive and offer various paths to explore.

Visitors can descend about 300 feet underground on the Lackawanna Coal Mine Tour to experience what mine work was like. The temperature stays constant at around 50 degrees Fahrenheit (10 degrees Celsius) year-round.

Location: Scranton

GPS coordinates: 41.41677,-75.71238

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:43