Pennsylvania The Great

Looking to get outdoors and catch some game on the east coast? Pennsylvania is the place for you. Between miles and miles of forested mountains and the beautiful Lake Erie, you’ll find Pennsylvania can easily provide all of your fishing or hunting needs. This great state is a true outdoorsman paradise. In this article we’ll discuss a few of the beautiful outdoor parks and opportunities available in the state.

While out in the mountains you should also take part in hunting down some bear if they’re in season. Pennsylvania sports the record for the largest black bear and is also incredibly stocked with other game. White tailed deer are numerous here, with Pennsylvania’s Game Commission estimates at 300,000 deer tagged every year. Squirrels are also plentiful through out most of the Oak forests in the state. Thanksgiving’s main course can also be found here as there’s a large population of Turkey. Ruffed goose, waterfowl, and pheasant are also present. No matter what your hunting, you’ll find plenty of wild life in the forests of Pennsylvania.

Pennsylvania supports a healthy supply of parks around the state to go to. The Allegheny National Forest is an amazing location to check out for both hunting and fishing, while also being one of the few areas to have virgin forests in the state. It’s massive size and relatively untouched condition make it a perfect getaway from the modern world, while also having beautiful scenic views on the drive to the park. Pennsylvania also has a large number of state parks making it easy to find a fishing or hunting spot just about anywhere in the state.

All together, Pennsylvania is a great location for anyone looking to fish or hunt. There’s many small parks and streams off the beaten path available for public fishing. If you’re having trouble finding a park to hunter, the Pennsylvania Game Commission also maintains a list of private lands available for public hunting. Erie and the surrounding area can provide a fun time for lake fishing and give you access to some great catches. Pittsburg can provide a city experience, but not too far away you’ll find a multitude of small parks and streams available to you. All together, there’s no corner of Pennsylvania that has a bad fishing or hunting experience. Consider Pennsylvania next time you’re looking to plan a trip to the outdoors. The State of Independence may surprise you.