Park Rx - Walk with a Doc at Italian Lake 2025

Join us for a moderately paced walk around Italian Lake in Harrisburg.

Street parking is available near Italian Lake. The group will meet up by the Pavilion. You can access the park without stairs at its entrances on Division Street and Edwards Street. The Division Street entrance is closer to the pavilion. There is street parking along Division Street, 3rd Street, 4th Street, and Edward Street.

The Walk with a Doc program is designed to provide some general health tips and a moderately-paced walk. This is an out-and-back walk so participants can choose to turn around at any point to customize the length of their walk. This walk will be on mostly paved walking conditions and is accessible for those using a wheelchair. Children are required to be accompanied by a responsible adult. Dogs are welcome if they are on a leash. Pre-registration is required.

Walk Leader: Dr. David Bradley - Penn State HealthWalk Topic: Diabetes

A Park Rx wellness program sponsored by Highmark Blue Shield and supported by Penn State Health with program coordination between Penbrook Parks & Recreation, Susquehanna Township Parks and Recreation, Capital Area Greenbelt Association, Penn State Health, and Dauphin County Parks & Recreation.

This is a rain-or-shine event; however, we will not walk in thunderstorms. The email you use when registering is where we will contact you should there be any weather modifications necessary. Please check your email 1-hour before the walk time for any weather updates or cancellations.

Things to Know Before You Go:

You may encounter slightly uneven terrain along with paved surfaces. 
Dress for the weather and wear comfortable supportive shoes.
Bring a bottle of water with you to stay hydrated. You may also bring your own snacks.
You may want to bring a hat, sunglasses, or sunscreen.
Parking is on the street based on availability
There are NO RESTROOMS available at this location

Program contact: Nancy Gates | Assistant Program Manager | Dauphin County Parks & Recreation Department | nlgates@dauphincounty.gov | 717-599-5188, ext. 2113.