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Kings Gap Environmental Education Center, Carlisle, PA

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Kings Gap Environmental Education Center

A Pennsylvania state park on South Mountain offering environmental education, forest trails, and wide valley views.

500 Kings Gap Road, Carlisle, PA 17015-9306 · Carlisle, PA

About Kings Gap Environmental Education Center

This state park in south central Pennsylvania covers a large forested area on South Mountain. Visitors can drive a winding road up to the mansion area or hike its trails, with many miles of paths available. The Cameron-Masland Mansion overlooks the Cumberland Valley and can be toured during select times. The center runs environmental education programs for children, teachers, and the public, along with recreation such as orienteering, picnicking, and hunting. The mansion and grounds can also be rented for meetings, weddings, and other events.

  • #environmental education
  • #state park
  • #hiking
  • #South Mountain
  • #Cameron-Masland Mansion

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