Buchanan's Birthplace State Park
Buchanan's Birthplace State Park is small 18.5 acre park containing a memorial to President Buchanan. The park has 2 pavilions for picnicking in the park. The park is a short drive from Cowans Gap. The Cowans Gap educator typically provides programs at Buchanan's Birthplace. Buck Run flows through the park and has native trout. It is a good history stop.
Feature Summary
- Official website: https://www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateParks/FindAPark/BuchanansBirthplaceStatePark/Pages/default.aspx
- Bath Facilities: Modern restrooms
- Picnicking: 2 pavilions
- Other Activities: Fishing
- Cellphone reception: spotty
- Dates We Visited: 11/2021, 11/2023