PA Lancaster County Central Park

Central Park, named for its centralized location in the county, is the largest of the county’s parks, covering 544 acres. Central Park is located on the southern edge of Lancaster City in West Lampeter Township.

Central Park’s longest trail, the Equestrian Trail is marked with signs made from recycled plastic. Three separate but connected loops comprise this trail, which is characterized by small grade changes and wide tread. This trail’s width makes it ideal for Cross-country skiing. Each loop of this trail features different scenery.

The Fitness Trail features nine exercise stations, including a climbing wall, vault bar, balance beam, chin-up bar and steps. Each station along this one-mile, loop trail features instructions and illustrations. (Fun to try the climbing wall in skis?)

The nearly flat, white-blazed Kinglet Trail, located behind the County Swimming Pool, provides an easy loop ski. The trail passes through a stand of mature trees, including American beech, hickory, white ash, and white pine. The western leg of the loop affords excellent views of the Conestoga River. This trail includes a westward leg that passes through upland woods.

Cross -country skiing is prohibited on other park trails. Lancaster County Location