The park is built on reclaimed land that was formerly the site of the Continental Coal Company mining operations.
It hosts the Lackawanna Coal Mine Tour, which takes visitors 300 feet underground into an authentic mine shaft.
The park houses the Pennsylvania Anthracite Heritage Museum, documenting the history of the coal industry and the diverse immigrant cultures of the region.
The Alice Carter playground is designed as a barrier-free environment to ensure accessibility for children with disabilities.
The park grounds contain the Miners Memorial, dedicated to the men and women who worked in the local anthracite coal industry.
McDade Park is a 186-acre municipal facility in Scranton, Pennsylvania, situated on the site of a former coal mine. It serves as the home of the Anthracite Heritage Museum and the Lackawanna County Coal Mine Tour. The park features an extensive range of recreational amenities including a large swimming pool, bocce courts, and basketball courts. An expansive inclusive playground, named the Alice Carter Playground, accommodates children of all physical abilities. Visitors can utilize numerous picnic pavilions and wooded trails that traverse the reclaimed mining terrain. The landscape reflects its industrial history through preserved topographical features and mining artifacts. The park is managed by the Lackawanna County Department of Parks and Recreation.
The Miners Memorial sculpture area, which provides a dramatic contrast between the memorial and the expansive park landscape.
Bring a light jacket for the coal mine tour, as underground temperatures remain cool year-round.
Check the county recreation website for swimming pool and splash pad opening dates, as they are seasonal.
Reserve pavilions in advance if you are planning a large group picnic.
Do not attempt to hike off-marked trails as some areas of the park border uneven, reclaimed industrial terrain.
The coal mine tour and swimming pool operate on a seasonal basis, typically from spring through late summer.
Maintain appropriate park conduct by disposing of litter in designated bins and keeping pets on a leash.
