Mile 5 -Swopes Valley Trailhead Access

(Swatara State Park – DCNR)

Parking

The parking area is large with room for trailers. The parking area is used by both water and land trail users of Swatara State Park.

There are bathroom facilities available year-round.

Carry-in Access

The access has a dirt and stone ramp, ending in stone stairs. There is a large partial blockage just downstream of the access that can become fully blocked easily. Scout ahead.

All DCNR accesses require users to have a DCNR Launch Permit or have their boats registered through PA Fish and Boat.