Ricketts Glen State Park, Benton
695 PA-487, Benton, PA 17814
13,000 acres · 26 miles of trails
At Benton's Ricketts Glen State Park, leashed dogs follow trails past 22 waterfalls in shaded woods. Amenities encompass water access, parking, restrooms, and trash cans. Leash securely near steep drops.
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- Park
- Ricketts Glen State Park, Benton
- Type
- State park
- Location
- Benton, Pennsylvania
- Coordinates
- 41.3261, -76.2906
- Size
- 13,000 acres
- Trail miles
- 26
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.9 / 5 (4,810 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 8.0 / 10 — Exceptional
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.9 from 4,810 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 13,000 acres of room
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Dog policy
13,000-acre state park with 22 named waterfalls. Leashed dogs welcome on most trails.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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