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5 Great Parks and Playgrounds near Williamsport, PA

Parks and playgrounds we love in the Williamsport Area

By Nicole Hickoff January 17, 2021


We are lucky in the Williamsport Area to have so many great playgrounds and parks to explore. From swings to slides, to climbing walls and water features, Williamsport and surrounding area parks and playgrounds keep my kids active, are a great place to meet old friends (and make new friends), and they're FREE!

I often get asked what our favorite playgrounds are, so I thought I'd share with you my family's picks for our FAVORITE playgrounds and parks to visit in the Williamsport area! 

Locations are not listed alphabetically:








Brandon Park

Packer Street and Brandon Place

Williamsport, PA 17701 

What we love about Brandon Park

Brandon Park is amazing!  Our favorite thing is the natural play area.  There are trees to climb and walk on, plus rocks to jump from and play on.  It is so much fun.  My kids even enjoyed chasing squirrels.  There are places to walk, run, and push a stroller.  Friendly for all.  A beautiful place in Williamsport to head to for a nice outing.  Pack a lunch and enjoy the whole day!

Amenities at Brandon Park

This park has some wonderful amenities.  

  • Walking Paths
  • Nature Playground
  • Parking along the street
  • Band Shell



 







Milton State Park

205 PA-642 

Milton, PA 17847

What we love about Milton State Park

We love the state park in Milton!  There is plenty of shade and offers a fun playground.  We love to walk down to the river and through some rocks in and in warmed months we like to look for crawfish!  There is a nice bike/walking path and several bathrooms.  We typically take a lunch and make a day of it!    

Amenities at Milton State Park

Milton State Park has plenty of trees that offer shade and provide a place to take a rest to cool off in the warmer months.  There are bathrooms that are open during the warmer months and plenty of parking.  

  • Bathrooms
  • Benches
  • Pavilion with picnic tables
  • Shade
  • River nearby
  • Playground

 







Indian Park

104 Park Road 

Montoursville, PA 17754 

What we love about Indian Park

Indian Park is a wonderful place to go each season.  There are multiple places to explore.  Our favorite park to explore is the pound!  There are ducks and geese to see and feed.  There are plenty of walking trails and playground equipment to play on.  It is also a great place to take photos!

Amenities at Indian Park

Indian Park offers so much.  There is an extensive walking/biking trail to enjoy all year.  The pond is fun to explore.  I like that there is a restroom to use.  There are ball fields to play some baseball or just run the bases.  

  • Bathrooms
  • Pavilions
  • Picnic Tables
  • Walking/Biking Trail
  • Pond
  • Nature Trail

 







Muncy Lions' Park

207 East Penn Street (near Muncy Pool)

Muncy, PA 17756

What we love about Muncy Area Lions' Park

Muncy Area Lions' Park is in a nice section of Muncy.  It is located along a small creek that offers lots of fun for kids.  This park is conveniently located near the Muncy Pool.  Our favorite part is the creek.  My kiddos love throwing rocks into the creek and when it is dry we look for fossils.  This is another great place to pack a lunch and enjoy the day.  In the wintertime enjoy sledding near the elementary school.  

Amenities at Muncy Area Lions' Park

At this park, there are several amenities. The best amenity to us is the creek.  It offers lots of fun all year round. There are picnic tables and pavilions to enjoy.  There is a large field that kids can run around on and a trail that follows along the creek.  In the summer, be sure to head over to the Muncy Pool!

  • Playground Equipment
  • Parking Area
  • Picnic Tables
  • Pavilions
  • Creek
  • Public Swimming Pool nearby

 








Kiess Park

575 PA-442 

Muncy, PA 17756

What we love about Kiess Park

This is by far our favorite park near Williamsport! They recently updated some equipment and they did not disappoint!  My kids and I enjoy the Zip Line (adult-friendly)!  There are also new swings and climbing equipment.  We have enjoyed this park so much last year and can’t wait to enjoy this year!  Check it out!

Amenities at Kiess Park

Kiess Park offers many amenities.  There are bathrooms open in the warmer months and they bring in a Porta-Potty for colder months.  There is an extensive walking/biking path great for bikes and strollers.  You can use the pavilions and picnic tables.  The new upgrades to the playground equipment are definitely a plus for the older kids.  


  • Bathrooms
  • Large Parking Area
  • Ballfields
  • Picnic Tables
  • Walking Path
  • Basketball Court





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Bruce E. Henry 

 Ritchey Street 

Williamsport, PA 17701

What we love about Bruce E. Henry

Another park that we LOVE is Bruce E. Henry in Loyalsock Township.  We love this park because it is one of few parks that offer some shade in the warmer months.  The play equipment here is GREAT.  It is big and offers lots of fun for kids of all ages.  

Amenities at Bruce E. Henry

Bruce E. Henry offers many amenities.  There are bathrooms open in the warmer months. There are some basketball hoops, tennis courts, and a volleyball net.  You can rent a pavilion.  The park also has charcoal grills and electricity.  

  • Bathrooms
  • Large Parking Area
  • Basketball courts
  • Pavilion
  • Tennis Court
  • Volleyball Court


Hope this list of our favorite playgrounds and parks in the Williamsport Area helps you find -- or rediscover! -- some fun places for your family to explore. Now get those kids out to play!