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Drone Rules for Ricketts Glen State Park

Benton, Pennsylvania (PA) • United States
695 PA-487, Benton, PA 17814, USA
Lat: 41.336 • Lng: -76.2607
Ground Not allowed Last updated: May 30, 2026
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Drones are prohibited at Ricketts Glen State Park per Pennsylvania DCNR. The 21 named waterfalls on Ganoga Glen and Glen Leigh are popular drone filming targets that are strictly off-limits.

Drone Rules - Ricketts Glen State Park

Drone flights are prohibited at Ricketts Glen State Park.

Key Rules

  • Pennsylvania DCNR prohibits drone use in all state parks without a Special Use Authorization
  • 21 named waterfalls on the Falls Trail are among Pennsylvania's most photographed natural features
  • Narrow gorge trails create serious collision risk between drones and hikers
  • Commercial filming requires Pennsylvania DCNR Special Use Authorization

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