Great things come in small packages and nothing proves that old saying truer than Hyner View State Park in Chapman Township, just north of Hyner. Sprawled across a mere six acres, Hyner View State Park boasts one of Pennsylvania’s most stunning overlooks, a launching pad for daredevils, and a lovely spot for a picnic. Until you’ve experienced this incredible state park in Pennsylvania, you haven’t really lived.
Flickr/Ben Stanfield Hyner View State Park’s main attraction is, of course, the overlook. Visitors will enjoy sprawling views of the Susquehanna River flanked on both sides by towering trees.
Flickr/Jennifer Kumar Stand under the canopy of trees as you read more about the park before heading to the main attraction – the view!
Flickr/Jennifer Kumar The rock wall guarding the Hyner View Overlook dates back to the 1930s. In between taking photos of the simply breathtaking views below, snap a few shots against the backdrop of the wall.
Flickr/Audrey To most, this unassuming plank looks like nothing more than, perhaps, the perfect spot to (very carefully) take amazing pictures of the valley below.
Flickr/Ben Stanfield But for hang gliders, this spot is the launch pad to adventure. Hang gliders flock to this launch pad to take off for a stunning glide over the West Susquehanna River.
Flickr/Nicholas A. Tonnelli On a clear day at Hyner View Overlook, you’ll be able to see the Susquehanna River and mountains for miles.
Flickr/Nicholas A. Tonnelli Enjoy a packed lunch – or make your meal on one of the park’s grills – at the quiet picnic area. (Be forewarned, however, that you’ll have access to only one toilet at the park and it’s a non-flush one.)
Flickr/Nicholas A. Tonnelli Make sure your smartphone or your camera is charged to take shots of the compelling views.
Flickr/Richard Bonnett Although tiny in comparison to Pennsylvania’s other state parks, Hyner View State Park is part of the larger, 180 acre Hyner Run State Park that hugs the Susquehanna River.
Flickr/Kathy Dempsey After appreciating the beautiful views at Hyner View Overlook and snapping photos, head to Hyner Run State Park, less than five miles from Hyner View State Park, where swimming, fishing, and hiking are popular activities.
You’ve really got to experience this incredible state park in Pennsylvania at least once, don’t you think? But, don’t stop with a visit to Hyner View State Park. Add these stunning places in Pennsylvania to your list of must-visit places in the state.
Flickr/Ben Stanfield
Hyner View State Park’s main attraction is, of course, the overlook. Visitors will enjoy sprawling views of the Susquehanna River flanked on both sides by towering trees.
Flickr/Jennifer Kumar
Stand under the canopy of trees as you read more about the park before heading to the main attraction – the view!
The rock wall guarding the Hyner View Overlook dates back to the 1930s. In between taking photos of the simply breathtaking views below, snap a few shots against the backdrop of the wall.
Flickr/Audrey
To most, this unassuming plank looks like nothing more than, perhaps, the perfect spot to (very carefully) take amazing pictures of the valley below.
But for hang gliders, this spot is the launch pad to adventure. Hang gliders flock to this launch pad to take off for a stunning glide over the West Susquehanna River.
Flickr/Nicholas A. Tonnelli
On a clear day at Hyner View Overlook, you’ll be able to see the Susquehanna River and mountains for miles.
Enjoy a packed lunch – or make your meal on one of the park’s grills – at the quiet picnic area. (Be forewarned, however, that you’ll have access to only one toilet at the park and it’s a non-flush one.)
Make sure your smartphone or your camera is charged to take shots of the compelling views.
Flickr/Richard Bonnett
Although tiny in comparison to Pennsylvania’s other state parks, Hyner View State Park is part of the larger, 180 acre Hyner Run State Park that hugs the Susquehanna River.
Flickr/Kathy Dempsey
After appreciating the beautiful views at Hyner View Overlook and snapping photos, head to Hyner Run State Park, less than five miles from Hyner View State Park, where swimming, fishing, and hiking are popular activities.
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