Today carsonia park includes the antietam pool complex, with three swimming pools, a concession stand, three accompanying buildings a large pavilion and a small playground. Antietam lake park in reading antietam lake park 230. The lake is stocked annually with trout, however the lake is known mostly for its superb. Portions of the graded rail beds are still evident in certain areas along the trail. Park visitors can enjoy fishing, boating including boat rentals, family and group camping, picnicking, 25 miles of trails for horseback riding, mountain biking and hiking, as well as two childrens.
Chapter 3 resources of antietam lake park chapter 3. Antietam lake park is berks county s newest parkland acquisition. Scott said the lake would be surrounded by development and the valve would have crumbled into the lake if the county had not bought it. Lake okeechobee lake winnebago c ol u m bi a river s n a k e r i v e r mi so u r i ri v er y e l o w s t o n e river goose great. That one fateful day more than 23,110 men were killed, wounded, or listed as missing. The state park saw its genesis in 1965, when gerald and ruth palmer donated 463 acres for use as a public park. Marys county california charlotte hall golden beach leonardtown lexington park mechanicsville piney point saint george island tall timbers talbot county cordova easton oxford saint aubins heights saint michaels tilghman island trappe washington county antietam bagtown bakersville beaver creek big pool. Hopewell and scotts run lakes at french creek state park, elverson. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and mountain biking and is accessible yearround. Gravity trail antietam lake park mountain biking trail. Mountain biking irresponsibly during the covid19 pandemic puts you and others at risk. Antietam lake park and angora fruit farm schuylkill river. Antietam lake park is a singletrack mountain bike trail in mt penn, pennsylvania. Rental facilities park reservation forms berks county.
The west woods at antietam and a monument to confederate gen. Animals, plants, and many other natural features are all part of the antietam national battlefield. Antietam nb catoctin mountain park chesapeake and ohio canal nhp also d. The park s historic industrial sites include remnants of the husband flint mill and deer creek iron works. Riding injuries put unnecessary stress on medical systems that need all available resources to fight the virus, and group rides increase your chances of exposure. Antietam lake park, berks county, pa, april 2015 a taste. Pennsylvania wild trout waters natural reproduction. At 643 acres, antietam lake park doubled the acreage of the park system and expanded. Southeast best family trout waters fish and boat commission.
The washington monument is a rugged stone tower that was initially erected by the citizens of boonsboro in 1827. Antietam dargan community park is situated northwest of samples manor, close to potomac valley fire department company 11. Schuylkill river, flows from the poconos to philadelphia, joined by the tulpehocken creek in reading. Director chris stress and parks environmental educator jennifer brooks on.
Antietam lake park is berks countys newest parkland acquisition. The main office for south mountain state battlefield is located in washington monument state park. Two page monument guide with map and monument listing. Also in the park is the robert heim recreation building, two baseball fields, one tball field, two basketball courts, two small pavilions, a tot lot, and a paved area which. Or download gpx or kmlformatted gps data onto your device to take with you on the trail. The lake is stocked annually with trout, however the. County battlefields memorial nmp gettysburg nmp guilford courthouse nmp horseshoe bend nmp. It is located primarily in lower alsace township with a small portion in alsace township, just east of the city of reading. Green lane park montgomery county, pa official website. Enjoy the great outdoors at the antietam lake park laden with natural beauty sure to enchant. First state national historical park ryves holt house lewes. Two page battle history click for pdf document, 325 kb.
Find antietam lake park in reading with address, phone number from yahoo us local. Antietam creek runs 40 miles through washington county before entering the upper potomac river south of sharpsburg. Best trails in antietam lake park pennsylvania alltrails. Explore all of americas national parks right here with npf. As part of the rei coop family, were dedicated to making websites and mobile apps that help outdoor enthusiasts connect, share information and get out into the places they love to play. Pennsylvania wild trout waters natural reproduction february 2020 county of mouth water trib to wild trout limits lower limit lat lower limit lon length miles adams birch run long pine run reservoir headwaters dnst to mouth 39. Mtb trails pennsylvania mt penn antietam lake park. Is this place or activity closed during certain parts of the year. Some trails or park services may be closed so check with local authorities. The trail is rated as moderate and offers a number of activity options. Surrounding the antietam lake, there are plenty of recreational activities one could indulge in here. The battle of antietam ended the confederate army of northern virginias first invasion into the north and led to abraham lincolns issuance of the preliminary emancipation.
Learn about the people, places, stories, and collections of antietam. Antietam lake is a reservoir located in berks county, pennsylvania entirely within the antietam lake park. Greenbrier state park boonsboro 2020 all you need to. Antietam lake is a reservoir located in berks county, pennsylvania entirely within the antietam county park.
Antietam preserve easy loop mountain bike trail, stony. Antietam lake is a reservoir located in berks county, pennsylvania entirely within. Antietam lake park and angora fruit farm schuylkill. The monument makes it an ideal site for spotting migratory birds such as hawks, eagles and falcons, especially in midseptember. There are many different types of plans developed by the nps, some of which include general management plans gmps, wild and scenic river plans, visitor use management plans, wilderness plans, commercial services plans, implementation plans, development concepts plans, among others. Narrated by james earl jones, the film is shown on the hour and the half hour. Schuylkill river trail map schuylkill river greenways. Berks unt to antietam reservoir nw cove antietam reservoir headwaters dnst to mouth at antietam lake full pool 40. Gravity much of this trail system follows the old rail line. Gravity much of this trail system follows the old rail.
The battle of antietam, or sharpsburg, on september 17, 1862, was the tragic culmination of robert e. Along the gravity the gravity railroad had many prominent sites along the route summer resorts, picnic grounds and groves to the summits. Middle schools prince william county public schools. While fishing is a popular activity, can also enjoy horseback riding and hiking. Appalachian trail berks county conservancy trails friends of. The origins of antietam lake date back to 1865 when reading purchased a dam and gristmill on antietam creek, with a waterfall now flowing over the 60foot high solid rock. Antietam lake park visit pa americana berks county. Manassas nbp prince william forest park wolf trap farm park north. Lake rose trailhead parking distance to start of trails in parentheses access to. Passport to your national parks cancellation station locations. Antietam dargan community park antietam dargan community park is a park in washington county and has an elevation of 541 feet. Antietam elementary school hours and information 201920. Trails maps will be available for other trails around berks county. Celebrate national trails day while exploring the trail system around antietam lake.
Completed 10708, check back for more up to date photos. On september 17, 1862, union and confederate soldiers battled for 12 savage hours on the banks of antietam creek. Antietam lake to mount penn loop via ferndale and gravity. Learn about the park antietam national battlefield u. The city of reading took the further steps to purchase lands surrounding the lake and the source creeks to protect the water supply, which was advanced thinking in that era. The lake itself was created a century ago by damming antietam creek.
The parks historic industrial sites include remnants of the husband flint mill and deer creek iron works. Virginia arlington house george washington memorial pkwy also md. Stream restoration and fish habitat enhancement project. Please remember to check with the local fish and wildlife department to ensure the stream is. Follows neversink north trail to the upper glen trail, neversink south trail, and west valley trail. Trail ultimately connects antietam lake to the neversink mountain preserve and includes several city owned parks. Explore the trails of antietam lake park reading, pa. Estes park, grand lake sand creek massacre nhskiowa county, eads, 10th anniversary 2007 2017 south park nhapark county yucca house nmcortez connecticut. Kaercher creek lake in berks county is a beautiful lake at the eastern edge of hamburg, berks county. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. Discover our most treasured places, supported by people like you, and start your travel planning here. Antietam was the bloodiest oneday battle in american history. Bring binoculars, a small notebook and water for this fun, all ages activity.
Plan your visit check out this section for answers to all your questions if you are planning a visit to antietam national battlefield. Lights must be turned on via the large switch located near the court entrance. Good park design and relevant park master plans build upon a comprehensive resource analysis. Clara barton nhs fort washington park greenbelt park monocacy nb piscataway park potomac heritage nst also pa. Washington county 32350 0 antietam creek 900 450 450 450. Help keep our trails and parks open during covid19 by committing to social distancing. Greenbrier state park boonsboro 2020 all you need to know.
Agreement was reached after the county filed to take the park via eminent domain. Green lane park, in northwestern montgomery county, offers a variety of yearround, outdoor activities and programs for people to choose from. Antietam national cemetery, dedicated september 1867. Antietam lake park mountain bike trail map, elevation. Courts are available for use within the county noise ordinance time frame see below. Elementary schools prince william county public schools. There will be a program presented by our environmental educator jennifer brooks at the angora fruit farm. Antietam dargan community park map washington county.
If you have little ones, dont park beneath the cliff along the upper part of the lake. Go around the impoundment to the flat parking area at the far end. Antietam lake park is the county s newest parkland acquisition. The records are ordered by hundred, a term that referred to a civil divisions within counties, laid out by the justices of the county to make administration more efficient, as in the. Search by each park individually or browse a full list of parks in the national park system. When the fighting was over, 23,000 people were killed, wounded or missing, making it the single bloodiest day of the civil war. Antietam watershed association washington township. Public involvement is an essential element in the planning. Berks county berks antietam lake park lower alsace prd 792,709 396,355 217,000 575,709 12312016 phase 4 township rehabilitation and further development of antietam lake park, lower alsace township, berks county. Washington township and the antietam watershed association are working together to develop a master plan for antietam meadow park, a 25acre park located west of north welty road along the east branch of antietam creek in washington township. Palmer state park is a public recreation area located along deer creek two miles southwest of dublin in harford county, maryland. The lake was formerly owned by the city of reading. Antietam lake to mount penn loop via ferndale and gravity trails is a 4. Union canal towpath, hunsingers grove, allegheny aqueduct park, antietam lake park blue marsh.
The union armys performance led president abraham lincoln to issue the preliminary emancipation proclamation, formally alerting the. Join us as we discuss the pennsylvania fishing license options, fishing rules and fishing regulations. The lake is formed by the disbandment of the antietam creek. Just east of reading, antietam lake is surrounded by 665 acres of park land and provides a beautiful, serene setting for naturebased recreation. Washington county taxes, 18031804 the 18031804 tax records for washington county, maryland list the names, land holdings and possessions of those owing taxes. Spread throughout the surrounding lake ridge neighborhoods are 3 tennis courts, a few of which are lit for community members to enjoy in the evening. At 643 acres, antietam lake park doubled the acreage of the park system and expanded opportunities for enjoyment of the scenic resources of the county. Expanding over 643 acres 260 hectares, this huge parkland features trails, picnic spots and historic structures. The battle of antietam ended the confederate army of northern virginias first invasion into the north and led abraham lincoln to issue the preliminary emancipation proclamation. This lot provides access to the falls trail system 1 mile to.
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