State Game Lands 272 park
State Game Lands 272
Reasons to Visit:
1. Abundant Wildlife: State Game Lands 272 is teeming with wildlife, making it an excellent destination for nature enthusiasts, birdwatchers, and wildlife photographers. Visitors have the chance to spot a variety of species, including white-tailed deer, wild turkey, black bear, and numerous bird species.
2. Outdoor Recreation: The area offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, horseback riding, and fishing. With over 1,000 acres of public land, visitors can explore numerous trails, picnic areas, and even designated shooting ranges.
3. Scenic Beauty: State Game Lands 272 boasts picturesque landscapes, including rolling hills, dense forests, and serene lakes. The area is known for its stunning views, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of Pennsylvania.
Points of Interest:
1. Pecks Pond: One of the highlights of State Game Lands 272 is Pecks Pond, a 173-acre lake renowned for its fishing opportunities. Anglers can try their luck catching bass, panfish, and trout.
2. Lehigh Gorge State Park: Located adjacent to State Game Lands 272, Lehigh Gorge State Park offers additional recreational opportunities. Visitors can enjoy whitewater rafting, hiking along the scenic Lehigh River, or exploring the picturesque Glen Onoko Falls.
3. The Pinchot Trail: This scenic 23-mile loop trail winds through State Game Lands 272, offering hikers a chance to explore the area's diverse ecosystems and enjoy beautiful views along the way.
Interesting Facts:
1. State Game Lands 272 spans approximately 8,000 acres, making it one of the largest wildlife management areas in Pennsylvania.
2. The area is managed by the Pennsylvania Game Commission, which aims to conserve wildlife and provide public access for hunting, trapping, and other outdoor activities.
3. State Game Lands 272 is part of a larger network of game lands that cover over 1.5 million acres across the state.
Best Time of Year to Visit:
The best time to visit State Game Lands 272 depends on the activities you are interested in. Spring and fall are generally considered the prime seasons for outdoor recreation, offering comfortable temperatures and vibrant foliage. Spring also brings a flurry of bird activity, including migration, making it an excellent time for birdwatching. Hunting seasons vary, so it is essential to check the Pennsylvania Game Commission's website for specific dates and regulations.
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Park & land designation reference
A quick legend for the federal and state land categories Snoflo tracks. Each designation comes with different rules around access, recreation, and resource extraction.
- National Park
- Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
- State Park
- Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
- Local Park
- Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
- Wilderness Area
- The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized motorized access permitted.
- National Recreation Area
- Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing, often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes); may allow more development.
- National Conservation Area (BLM)
- BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
- State Forest
- State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
- Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
- Vast federal lands managed for mixed use -- recreation, grazing, mining, conservation -- with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
Plan your visit down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area campgrounds
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within reach of State Game Lands 272, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
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| Hearts Content Rec Area | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Hearts Content Recreation Area | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, fishing spots, and POIs so a park visit can grow into a full weekend.
Responsible recreation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site for hours, permit requirements, seasonal closures, and fire restrictions before heading out.
- Stay on trail
- Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation, prevent erosion, and avoid disturbing wildlife habitat.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and store food securely if camping is permitted on-site.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Carry out all trash, food scraps, and gear. Many parks have limited or no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, or artifacts. They make the park what it is for the next visitor.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save State Game Lands 272 as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures, fire-restriction days), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About State Game Lands 272
What can I do at State Game Lands 272?
Most Snoflo-tracked parks support hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. Check the operator's site for activity-specific rules (camping, fishing, paddling, hunting).
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no. Streamflow comes live from USGS streamgauges.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get to State Game Lands 272?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the park.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this park, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other parks near here
Snoflo-tracked parks within driving distance of State Game Lands 272.