Besides having extensive picnic areas and a lake for fishing and boating, the park is steeped in history. Historical features include a covered bridge, a restored, operating grist mill, an old farm house built on the site of a colonial tavern, and a narrow guage railroad trace which feature one of the original railroad cars. From PA Route 322, take the Newport Exit and follow PA Route 34 South through the town of Newport. One mile from town turn right onto Little Buffalo State Park Road to the park. From PA Route 322 to the park entrance is 4.6 miles Little Buffalo has approximately 8 miles of hiking trails.
Sturdy footwear is recommended because of rocky footing on some of the trails.
Governed by the American Volksport Association and the International Federation of Popular Sports, Volksmarchers earn awards for hiking. Little Buffalo State Park has a Volksmarcht Year Round Walk. For official information contact the park office. Little Buffalo Creek Trail 1 mile easy trail blue blazes Located at the west end of the park, this trail offers hikers the beauty and sounds of water and good opportunities for seeing wildlife. This trail runs between the Main Picnic Area and the west end of the park.