R.b.winter State Park

R.B.Winter S.P. sits in Pennsylvania along Rapid Run, Halfway Lake. Swimmers come for a natural day on the water without resort amenities. Winter State Park offers one of the region's most inviting natural . Halfway Lake. A spring-fed gem created by a dam on Rapid Run. Sits cradled between the rolling ridges of Bald Eagle State Forest, shaded by a canopy of oak, maple, and hemlock that seems to hold the whole valley in a quiet embrace. This is the kind of place where the air smells like pine and cool water, and the pace of the outside world simply falls away. The park occupies a picturesque basin where forested ridgelines frame the horizon in every direction. In summer, the hillsides glow a deep, saturated green, and the lake shimmers with reflected light. Come autumn, those same ridges erupt into a tapestry of amber, crimson, and gold. Making a late-season visit feel almost theatrical. No lifeguards patrol R.B.Winter S.P. Facilities are limited, so judge depth, current, and weather when you arrive.

R.B.Winter S.P. works well as a day trip from Williamsport or Lewisburg. Stock up in town, then head to the water with food, water, and sun protection. Pair the swim with a stop at Blackwell Region Swimming Holes (about 37 mi away) or browse more Pennsylvania lake spots in our directory. For the full list in Pennsylvania, see our state directory.

Access to the swimming area is free of charge. Facilities include toilets, picnic tables, and a changing room. The swimming area is officially sanctioned for public use within the state park.

Named after conservationist Raymond B. Winter, the park reflects Pennsylvania’s commitment to preserving natural resources and offers insights into early settler history.

R.B. Winter State Park emphasizes Leave No Trace principles to protect its natural environment and wildlife habitats.