Explore the scenic side of Shippensburg
Parks & Trails
Discover the trails and parks that connect Shippensburg’s history, nature, and community.
Branch Creek Children’s Park
Located between the Shippensburg Borough Office and the Senior Center, this renovated park features playground equipment, a gazebo, a walking path, and sand diggers— a favorite among kids of all ages.
shippensburgparkandrec.org
Cumberland Valley Rail Trail
A 13-mile, ADA-accessible trail connecting Shippensburg to Newville. The trail begins at Shippensburg Station, which features the Cumberland Valley Railroad Museum and the Conrail Museum in refurbished boxcars. Amenities include restrooms, parking, and the Steam Plant Sculpture Path. Additional trailheads with parking are located at Shippensburg Township Park, Oakville, and Newville.
cvrtc.org
Dykeman Park & Trails
Around historic Dykeman Springs (56 acres) – Features a wetlands nature trail system, walking paths, picnic areas, a baseball field, and a springhouse listed on the National Register of Historic Place.
shippensburgparkandrec.org
Southampton Township Park
200 Airport Road – (Cumberland County), this spacious community park features pavilions, restrooms, playgrounds, a wooded walking trail, basketball courts, soccer fields, and ample parking.
southamptontwp.com
Furnace Run Park & Nature Center
2244 Lindsay Lot Road – 226 acres of meadows,
woodlands, and trails at the base of South Mountain. Former quarry land transformed into a nature-focused recreational area. shippensburgparkandrec.org/furnace-run-park
Shippensburg Township Park
304 Britton Road – Sports fields, playground, splash pad (reservation only), dog park, Papa Jack’s 9-hole disc golf course, Burd Run Nature Trail, and access to the Cumberland Valley Rail Trail at milepost 1.
shippensburgtownship.com
Dentler Village Park
25 Mount Rock Road – A two-acre park with a playground, basketball and volleyball courts, horseshoe pits, grills, and pickleball courts.
shippensburgparkandrec.org
Shippensburg Memorial Park
Park Place – 20 acres with baseball/softball fields, soccer field, basketball and tennis/ pickleball courts, sand volleyball, playground, three pavilions, Veterans Stadium, and the Peace Garden.
Shippensburg Station (Pocket Park)
51 East Fort Street – Trailhead for the Cumberland Valley Rail Trail (mile 0), restrooms, and a Little Free Library.