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State Park Overview |
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Picnicking |
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Boating |
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Boating unlimited hp motors permitted
A boat launch is on the east side of the island. River elevations vary with the seasons and generally are not deep enough for large watercraft.
Motorboats must display a boat registration from any state. Non-powered boats must display one of the following boat registration from any state launching permit or mooring permit from Pennsylvania State Parks that are available at most state park offices launch use permit from the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission. |
Fishing and Hunting |
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Fishing
The Susquehanna River has warm water and cold water fishing. Common species are smallmouth bass, panfish and catfish. |
History of the Area |
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In 1762, Marcus Huling Jr. claimed the big island, which eventually came to be called Montgomery Island. Within a decade, he planted an apple orchard. At this time, this part of the state was claimed by Pennsylvania and Connecticut.
Eventually the land came to be controlled by the Straub Brothers, who in 1824 built a dam across part of the river and erected a sawmill and gristmill. The brothers won the contract to build a bridge across the river between the three islands.
The mills eventually became unprofitable and the island was only used as farmland. Floods continually washed away parts of the bridge, which were rebuilt. By the early 1900s, farming ceased and there were now two islands, one of the smaller islands having joined the big island, making it even larger. The island was subdivided to many owners and part became athletic fields. The Milton Rotary Club worked to consolidate the deeds to one title for the Borough of Milton, who then transferred the title to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in 1966.
The floodwaters of Hurricane Agnes completely covered the island in 1972. Federal relief money helped rebuild the facilities. In 1987, PA 624 was relocated across the island, providing a new boat launch and transferring the final piece of property to state park control. |
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Area Accommodations |
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New Berlin, PA
Luxurious base for indulging in a clutch of quiet pleasures. An uptown experience in a rural setting. Eleven rooms lodging, fine casual dining (Wine Spectator Award of Excellence), massage, gift shop.
Price Range $109$199
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NEWS RELEASE. COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Commonwealth News Bureau Room 308, State Capitol Harrisburg, PA 17120. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE. ... | |
This is an official Web site of the Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks. Begin your adventure here.Milton State Park is a favorite day use area. The park provides opportunities for picnicking,... | |
... there is adult supervision. Enjoy Natures getaway and contribute to the care of the environment. Milton State Park Miltons 84 acre island park is divided in half with half for restricted day-use ... | |
Ohio has 73 state parks that offer a variety of outdoor experiences. ... Enter Search Term Lake Milton State Park 16801 Mahoning Avenue Lake Milton, Ohio 44429-9998 (330) 654-4989 Map It! (National Atlas) ... | |
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources links users to its 13 divisions and to information about Ohios natural environment. |
Area Campgrounds | | Shangri-La on the Creek
670 Hidden Paradise Rd
Milton, PA
(570) 524-4561
| Hidden Valley Camping Resort
162 Hidden Valley Ln
Mifflinburg, PA
(570) 966-1330
| Fort Boone Campsites
8635 State Route 405
Milton, PA
(570) 742-9113
| Nittany Mountain Campground
2751 Millers Bottom Rd
New Columbia, PA
(570) 568-5541
| Irish Valley Campgrounds
RR 3
Sunbury, PA
(570) 286-2924
| River Edge RV Camp & Marina
RR 2
Winfield, PA
(570) 524-0453
| Shady Rest Camp Grounds
119 Eyersgrove Rd
Millville, PA
(570) 458-6327
| Fantasy Island Campground
401 Park Dr
Sunbury, PA
(570) 286-1307
| Libby's Shoreside Campground
1095 State Route 405
Milton, PA
(570) 524-9433
| Yogi on the River Campground
RR 1 Box 116
Northumberland, PA
(570) 473-8021
| Riverside Campground & Lounge
125 S Main St
Montgomery, PA
(570) 547-2252
| Benson's Trailer Park
2426 Four Mile Dr
Montoursville, PA
(570) 323-2456
| Hughesville Camp Meeting
199 Race St
Hughesville, PA
(570) 584-2882
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Area Fishing Related Businesses | | Old Trail Tackle & Sports Shop
225 S Old TRL
Selinsgrove, PA
(570) 743-7380
| Black's Bait & Tackle
24 E Pine St
Selinsgrove, PA
(570) 374-2248
| Wertman's Bait & Tackle
173 W Water St
Muncy, PA
(570) 546-2679
| Dugan's Gun Shop
N Railroad St & Route 220
Hughesville, PA
(570) 584-2281
| Mertz Rod & Gun Inc
RR 2
Northumberland, PA
(570) 473-9560
| Campus Cycle & Fly Fishing Ctr
223 Market St
Lewisburg, PA
(570) 524-2998
| Invisible Minnow Rig
5608 Warrensville Rd
Montoursville, PA
(570) 435-0462
| Fishing Creek Outfitters
346 Broad St
Montoursville, PA
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| Susie Dombach's Rod & Reel
2637 Ironville Pike
Columbia, PA
(717) 684-7619
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