Susquehanna Heritage Trail Park

Money Rocks County Park, located in the scenic Welsh Mountains of eastern Lancaster County, is a 300-acre woodland oasis known for its stunning rock formations like Money Rocks and Cockscomb. The park boasts breathtaking views of the surrounding farmland, distant hills, and is home to diverse flora and fauna, including Pennsylvania's state flower, mountain laurel, and the state bird, ruffed grouse. This natural retreat preserves a significant portion of the second-largest continuous forest in Lancaster County, featuring a variety of natural plant successions. Accessible via a network of roads, Money Rocks County Park invites nature enthusiasts to explore its beautiful landscapes and unique geological features. Generated from the website

The Lancaster Conservancy is dedicated to preserving wild and forested lands, as well as ensuring clean waterways for the community. With over 10,000 acres protected and 60 miles of trails, the organization actively engages in stewardship and conservation projects across the region. Through educational programs and community involvement, the Conservancy fosters a connection between people and nature. Their initiatives include habitat advocacy, volunteer opportunities, and events aimed at promoting environmental awareness and sustainability. Generated from the website

In 1987, the County acquired the Lancaster Junction Recreation Trail. This trail, part of the former Reading-Columbia rail line, runs for just over two miles between the hamlet of Lancaster Junction and Route 283.