Hunting Access Guidelines
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Big game and small game hunting only.
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No Sunday hunting permitted.
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No waterfowl hunting.
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No trapping.
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Pre-registration now required.
Orange For Everyone!
New regulations require ALL visitors on game lands to wear fluorescent orange from October 1 through January 31, even if they are NOT engaged in hunting, trapping, or fishing.
Visitors are required to wear a minimum of 250 square inches of fluorescent orange on head, chest, and back combined OR a fluorescent orange hat.
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If you have a pet with you, we highly recommend a vest, harness, leash, or bandana.
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Backpacks can limit your 360 degrees of visibility. Add a bandana or covering to your backpack to ensure you're seen.
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Even if you’re horseback riding, you’re REQUIRED to meet orange requirements, regardless of safety equipment being worn. It’s suggested to have orange on your horse as well.
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Sundays are now off limits for hunting, making them the safest day to enjoy hiking and other types of recreation.
Before you go
Before hunting, we also ask that you familiarize yourself with our:
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Property boundaries
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Safety zones
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Tree stand policy
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State rules and hunting etiquette
Tree Stand Guidelines
All tree stands on PHLT properties must:
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Comply with Pennsylvania Game Commission regulations.
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Be installed without damaging trees.
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Be clearly labeled with the hunter's name and license information.
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Be removed no later than February 1
Reservation Access Properties
The following PHLT preserves require hunters to schedule a reservation through the Pennsylvania Game Commission's online portal before hunting:
The following preserves require permission directly from PHLT before hunting:
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Glen Run (Archery only)
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Robert Mader (Archery and muzzleloader only)
To request permission, contact:
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Phone: 570-424-1514
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Email: mschultz@phlt.org
When making your request, please provide your full name and hunting license information.
