The park's name, 'Nay Aug,' is derived from the Munsee language, translating to 'home of the roaring brook.'
The gorge within the park is a geological feature formed by the erosion of the Roaring Brook through layers of sandstone and shale.
The Everhart Museum was founded in 1908 by Dr. Isaiah Fawkes Everhart, a physician and amateur naturalist.
The park contains a memorial dedicated to the victims of the 1902 Anthracite Coal Strike.
Nay Aug Park features a life-sized statue of a coal miner, reflecting the city's industrial mining history.
Nay Aug Park is Scranton's largest municipal park, featuring a prominent gorge and two cascading waterfalls along the Roaring Brook. The park is home to the Everhart Museum, which houses extensive collections of natural history and American folk art. A notable feature is the David Wenzel Treehouse, an elevated structure designed to provide an immersive canopy-level perspective of the park's woodland. Visitors can traverse the elevated walkway that spans the gorge, offering views of the rock formations and the waterway below. The park grounds include dedicated memorial gardens, walking trails, and recreational facilities for community use. Its topography is defined by the steep banks of the Roaring Brook Gorge, which serves as a natural sanctuary within the city limits. The park serves as a hub for local events and seasonal festivities throughout the year.
The pedestrian bridge overlooking the main waterfall at the base of the gorge.
Wear sturdy, closed-toe walking shoes to navigate the steep terrain near the gorge.
Visit the David Wenzel Treehouse early in the day to secure a quieter experience away from afternoon crowds.
Check for local event schedules before arriving, as the park occasionally hosts large community festivals that can restrict parking.
Attempting to climb down into the Roaring Brook Gorge, which is prohibited due to dangerous, steep, and slippery rock faces.
The David Wenzel Treehouse and certain recreational facilities may have limited access during winter months.
Maintain noise levels near residential areas of the park; stay on marked trails to prevent erosion of the gorge slopes.
