Bear Hole Trail Drive-Thru

Name: Bear Hole Trail Drive-Thru
Start: 2025-10-10T09:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-10-10T15:00:00-04:00
Location: Swopes Valley Trailhead, Swatara State Park

Schedule

Fri Oct 10 2025 at 09:00 am to 03:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Swopes Valley Trailhead, Swatara State Park | Pine Grove, PA

Come explore Bear Hole Trail by car! The self-guided Drive-Thru begins at Swopes Valley Trailhead (40.522343,-76.469334) and goes 5 miles through the center of park, letting out at the Appalachian Trail Bridge near Lickdale. There are 4 designated parking areas at the fossil pit, Daubert School, charcoal pit, and near Bordner Cabin so you can get out and explore. The speed limit is 10mph and all traffic is one way. Last entrance is at 2:30pm.
2025 BHT Drive-Thru Dates:
4/11 & 4/12
4/25 & 4/26
5/9 & 5/10
6/13 & 6/14
7/11 & 7/12
8/8 & 8/9
9/12 & 9/13
9/26 & 9/27
10/10 & 10/11
10/24 & 10/25
All programs are subject to change due to weather or staffing shortages. Please check the DCNR Calendar of events or Facebook page for cancellations or changes to programs. If you have concerns or require special accommodations, please reach out to us at least 72 hours prior to the event at 717-865-6470 or email us at [email protected]