Delaware Forest District

11/03/2026

11/3/2026: There will be a prescribed burn to the west of Five Mile Meadow Rd today. Please drive carefully along Five Mile Meadow Rd as there may be DCNR vehicles and equipment operating. Smoke may impact the area too.

10/30/2026

10/30/2026: The prolonged period of dry weather will combine today with some gusty winds. This will increase the chance of faster wildfire spread, should a fire occur. Please be mindful of the conditions and do your part to help prevent wildfires.

10/29/2026

Lost And Found!
Our staff found an arrow quiver with four arrows this morning near Stairway Lake. Please let us know if it is yours.

10/27/2026

Smokey Bear joined forces with Shohola Fire & Rescue to visit Kids Play Today preschool on October 20. The students learned about fire prevention and had story time with Smokey. They also had a chance to check out one of Shohola's structural engines as well as one of our wildland engines.

10/22/2026

10/22/2026

Updated information:

Porter Township will be conducting road maintenance including Hot Patch & Level Paving on Snow Hill Road between the intersections of Route 402 and Marshalls Creek Road.
The project will take place:
Thursday, October 29th
Friday, October 30th
Saturday, October 31st
The road will be CLOSED to all traffic on those days from 7AM-5PM.

Road Work Notice
Our staff have been notified that a contractor for Porter Township is planning to perform paving roadwork on Snow Hill Road next week, operating between 7am and 3pm, and there may be road closure at times.

10/21/2026

The Sasquatch...whose existence DCNR does NOT confirm or deny...may be elusive, but his blaze orange isn’t.

Be like Sasquatch and wear orange so you can Explore Free (and safely) while in Pennsylvania's parks and forests during hunting season(s).

10/20/2026

10/20/2026: Due to increased drying conditions, the fire danger has been raised to Moderate. Please be careful using equipment outside. Do your part, don't let a wildfire start.

10/16/2026

10/08/2026

It's time for your Week 2 Fall Foliage Report! 🍂🍁

While autumn colors continue to spread across much of the Commonwealth, recent cold nights have helped fall colors reach their peak in the north. Bright, colorful leaves are now easy to spot in most Pennsylvania forests.

The best places to enjoy the season right now are the northern counties, the northern Poconos, and the Laurel Highlands.

Photo 1: Denton Hill (Susquehannock State Forest)
Photo 2: Route 850 (Perry County)
Photo 3: State Game Lands 159 (Wayne County)

View the full report: pa.gov/fallfoliage

10/07/2026

Fall doesn’t mean that ticks take a break!

Tick bites can happen well into the cooler months. Reduce your risk of Lyme Disease and other tick-borne illnesses by following these bite prevention tips.

10/07/2026

DCNR is seeking four passionate advocates to fill voluntary positions on the Pennsylvania Trails Advisory Committee. Apply today and help shape the future of Pennsylvania's trails!

To kick off September and Trails Month in Pennsylvania, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is now accepting letters of interest and resumes for four voluntary positions that will be opening on the 2027 Pennsylvania Trails Advisory Committee (PTAC). DCNR is seeking interested

10/06/2026

Expanding access to the outdoors!

A 12-acre parcel has been added to Boyd Big Tree Preserve Conservation Area in Lower Paxton Township, creating a new parking area and trailhead. This addition gives visitors even more ways to hike, explore nature, and enjoy the preserve. 🌲🚶‍♀️

Learn more: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dcnr/newsroom/shapiro-administration-expands-boyd-big-tree-preserve-conservati

10/06/2026

Discover Pennsylvania’s funga in-person!

There are many mushroom/mycology clubs in Pennsylvania where you can learn from experts with decades of identification experience. The safest, most rewarding way to learn about mycology is in-person.

Explore clubs at https://naturalheritage.dcnr.pa.gov/Fungi.html

10/05/2026

Wildfires are most likely to happen during the spring and fall months in Pennsylvania. 🔥

Follow these tips to stay safe and prevent wildfires when enjoying the woods. ⤵️

Learn more: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dcnr/programs-and-services/community-outreach-and-development/wildfire

10/02/2026

Walk In Penn’s Woods events are happening this Sunday (October 4)!

Join DCNR forestry staff for guided hikes and learn more about the history, land use, trees, plants, and animals that shape Pennsylvania’s forests.

Find a walk: https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/search?search=walk+in+penn%27s+woods

10/02/2026

Explore Free: Because every season brings a new reason to visit.

09/04/2026

Have a safe and happy holiday weekend!

07/16/2026

See Below for Smoke Forecast for 7/16-7/17.

https://outlooks.airfire.org/outlook/131db5f5?