Worlds End State Park
Park Remote state park with gorges, overlooks, hiking trails
A Pennsylvania park carved along a deep sandstone gorge with cliff overlooks, hiking trails and trout fishing. Visitors hike mapped routes, camp at cabins or sites and photograph the rocky river valley.
Worlds End State Park is a Pennsylvania state park in the Endless Mountains region noted for its steep-sided Loyalsock Creek gorge, waterfalls and forested ridges.
Trail networks run along the gorge and provide viewpoints, cliffside walks and riverside hiking; the creek is used for trout fishing and there are primitive camping and cabin options seasonally. The park connects with longer regional trails and is used for day hikes and backcountry outings.
The park was established in the 20th century to conserve the Loyalsock Gorge and surrounding forested landscape and has been managed by state conservation agencies since its creation. Facilities and trails have been developed to support public recreation while protecting the gorge’s natural features.
Located in Sullivan County in northeast Pennsylvania, the park sits in the Endless Mountains near the small communities of Forksville and Dushore.
- Top viewpoints: Lookouts and trails along the gorge offer accessible viewpoints of waterfalls and cliff faces; the park is a popular destination for fall foliage viewing.
What to See #
- Loyalsock Creek Gorge: A steep, forested gorge carved by Loyalsock Creek with multiple waterfalls, cliff viewpoints and riverside trails that form the park's central natural feature.
- Trailheads and picnic areas: Trailheads and picnic areas that connect to longer sections of the Loyalsock Trail network and provide access to camping and scenic overlooks.
Tips for Visiting Worlds End State Park #
- Aim for weekday mornings or late afternoons to avoid the busiest summer weekend crowds at overlooks and trailheads.
- Park at the main park lot near the visitor facilities (off PA‑154) to access the popular High Knob overlook and the Loyalsock Trail; start early if you plan a loop to secure a prime parking spot.
- Check stream and trail conditions after heavy rain-Loyalsock Creek can rise quickly and wet rocks on the gorge trails are slippery; many visitors underestimate how weather affects access and safety.
Best Time to Visit Worlds End State Park #
Best in early to mid-fall (September-October) for peak foliage and excellent hiking conditions.
Weather & Climate near Worlds End State Park #
Worlds End State Park's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -10°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (984 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 0°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm).
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February
February is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 1°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (110 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm).
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August
August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm).
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December
December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm).
