Carbon County Open Space

06/23/2026

We are excited to announce that will be hosting a Press Event to kickoff the Fall 2026 Grant Round! See the press release for more details.

06/08/2026

We are excited to share that the Pine Run Easement Project is officially complete! This incredible project has come to a close thanks to the hard work of Wildlands Conservancy. We are very thankful for their efforts to preserve these 1,147 acres of pristine forest in Carbon County. The property is available to the public for recreation including hiking & hunting. The County looks forward to completing more Open Space projects in the future! https://www.tnonline.com/20260604/conservancy-protects-1147-acres-in-penn-forest/?fbclid=IwY2xjawST3btleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeyP2TllY2KEa2nSUW1UX1_70WRVYqAABnOr9wvNgyTmd7sLijGXOIFC8FVZc_aem_pOnCkeUFkzecIgsZOv7BBw

Wildlands Conservancy has acquired a conservation easement permanently protecting more than 1,147 acres of forested land in Carbon County, expanding protected water authority lands and safeguarding he...

04/27/2026

🎉Carbon County D&L TrailFest Is Back!🌿
Mark your calendars! Join us on Sunday, June 14, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Lehighton Outdoor Center for the second annual Carbon County D&L TrailFest—a free, family‑friendly celebration of the D&L Trail and the vibrant communities it connects.

Enjoy a day filled with outdoor recreation, local businesses and makers, community partners, and hands‑on activities that highlight the unique blend of history, culture, and adventure that makes Carbon County and the D&L Trail so special. Whether you’re a longtime trail user or discovering the Corridor for the first time, TrailFest is the perfect way to kick off your summer. 🌞

04/27/2026

A great story!

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day!🌎💚

Introducing you to Carbon County’s Open Space Advisory Board which serves to guide the voter-approved $10M Open Space Grant Program. The county’s expert pane...

04/13/2026

Looking at the push to develop more housing for seniors, workers and everyone else in the Poconos, James Hamill gives the latest from the More Front Doors in...

04/13/2026

🌿✨ Happening Next Week: Dirt on the Trail: Director’s Cut! ✨🌿

Join us next Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 6:00 PM for the premiere of Dirt on the Trail: Director’s Cut—DLNHC’s annual virtual update on everything happening along the D&L Trail.

This year’s online presentation will cover:
📍 The latest updates across the 165+ mile D&L Trail
🗺️ Trip‑planning resources to help you explore with confidence
🚴‍♀️ Two brand‑new trip itineraries
🌟 Program highlights and Corridor news
🙌 Upcoming volunteer opportunities where you can get involved

Whether you’re a regular trail user, planning your next adventure, or simply love the D&L, this is the perfect way to stay connected.

👉 Details in the first comment.

04/13/2026

The blaze is located between the Pennsylvania Turnpike and the Lehigh Gap, south of Palmerton.