RV rental Poe Paddy State Park, PA: Motorhome rentals, camper van rentals and more

Every year in late May or early June, the green drake mayfly hatch occurs in Poe Paddy State Park. And wherever there are mayflies, you can usually expect to find trout not too far away. As a result, Poe Paddy State Park is a hugely popular destination among anyone who enjoys the unique challenge of fly fishing. Big Poe Creek in particular is known to provide excellent trout fishing opportunities, with wild brook and brown trout in abundance. Penns Creek is recognized around the country for its fly hatches, so you'll definitely want to pack a rod or three if you're planning on staying awhile in the park. If you'd like to get out on the water, there's a non-powered boat launching area near the northern end of the park. This provides easy access to Penns Creek for canoeists and kayakers keen to explore this scenic waterway. But if you'd rather stay dry, the other most popular outdoor activity in Poe Paddy State Park is hiking. If you'd like to take a relaxing stroll along Penns Creek, you'll definitely want to check out the short John Snyder Trail that winds its way for just under three-quarters of a mile along the banks of the creek. If you're craving something a little more strenuous, you'll be happy to learn that the Mid State Trail passes through Poe Paddy State Park. This 323-mile trail network offers numerous opportunities for exercise and exploration, and is certainly deserving of its nickname as "the Wildest Trail in Pennsylvania." If you head upstream beside Penns Creek along the trail and across the pedestrian bridge, you'll soon come to the Paddy Mountain Railroad Tunnel. At 250 feet long, it's well worth exploring, while the hike through hardwood forest to get there also offers plenty to put a smile on the face of any nature lover.