Recreational Opportunities Park visitors may enjoy a variety of recreational opportunities throughout the year. Public use areas are open daily from 8 a.m. until sunset. Each area is equipped with a comfort station and charcoal grills. Several of the areas have large fields suited to sports activities. Picnic pavilions may be reserved up to 11 months in advance for a fee.
Ridley Creek is stocked with trout and provides excellent angling.
The portion of the creek from Sycamore Mills Dam to the mouth of Dismal Run is a delayed harvest, fly fishing only area. Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission laws apply. For complete information on fishing rules and regulations in Pennsylvania, visit the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission Web site . About 12 miles of hiking trails are available throughout the park. Trails pass through a variety of habitats and those in the southern end of the park connect with trails on the Tyler Arboretum property.