Friends of Salt Springs Park, Inc.

Mission Statement

The Friends of Salt Springs Park will maintain the unspoiled, rural character of the park created by the Wheaton family. The Friends will provide opportunities to enjoy healthy outdoor recreation and education, while conserving the natural, scenic, aesthetic and historical values of the park.

Friends of Salt Springs Park | Stewarding trails & traditions in Montrose

Friends of Salt Springs Park in Montrose is a nonprofit, volunteer-led organization that manages Salt Springs State Park. In 1994, the group stepped in to save the park from closure and now operates under a lease agreement with the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR). Their mission is to preserve the land, maintain public access and provide nature-based programming.

Protecting Land & Public Access

The organization maintains 842 acres, including additional land purchased to expand the park. With 15 miles of scenic hiking trails, historic buildings and well-preserved natural features, the park offers year-round access to outdoor recreation. The Friends take pride in caring for the trails, structures and forests that define Salt Springs.

Offering Events & Community Engagement

Through guided hikes, wildlife programs, outdoor concerts and seasonal festivals, the Friends provide educational and recreational opportunities for all ages. Volunteers are essential to these efforts, contributing time and skills to keep the park thriving. The nonprofit is supported by grants, donations, memberships and various program and camping fees.

Friends of Salt Springs Park continues to connect people with nature while preserving an important public treasure in Montrose.

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