Cook Forest State Park

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PO Box 120 River Road, COOKSBURG PA 16217
COOKSBURG, PA 16217

The 8,500-acre Cook Forest State Park lies in scenic northwestern Pennsylvania. Once called the Black Forest, the area is famous for its stands of old growth forest. Cook Forest State Park's Forest Cathedral of towering white pines and hemlocks is a National Natural Landmark. The Clarion River connects Clear Creek State Park to Cook Forest State Park along a scenic 10-mile stretch of river which is popular for canoeing and rafting.

Camp site features

Across 228 camp sites:

  • Electric hookups: 90 of 228 sites
  • Water hookups: 22 of 228 sites
  • Sewer hookups: 22 of 228 sites
  • Fire pit: all 228 sites
  • Picnic table: all 228 sites
  • Pets allowed: 87 of 228 sites
  • ADA accessible: 12 of 228 sites
  • Group sites: 4 of 228 sites
  • Longest RV: 50 ft
  • Largest party: 20 people
  • Power up to 50 amps

Fees

Non-Peak Primitive Site $10.00 Non-Peak Standard Full Hookup $22.00 Non-Peak Standard with Electric Hookup $19.00 Non-Peak Standard with Water and Electric Hookups $21.00 Peak Primitive Site $10-$12 Peak Standard Full Hookup $22.00-$24.00 Peak Standard with Electric Hookup $19.00-$21.00 Peak Standard with Water and Electric Hookups $21.00-$23.00

Rules

Permit Conditions: 1. No more than one family unit or five unrelated persons per campsite. Other facilities are limited to the maximum occupancy for the facility (i.e. beds in cabins) for non-family guests. Note: Family Unit-Persons living under one household. 2. Occupant shall include at least one person 18 years of age or older. 3. Noise or conduct which could interfere with the sleep of other persons is prohibited between 9 p.m. and 8 a.m. 4. Before vacating the facility/site, occupants shall clean and properly dispose of waste. 5. Visitors are permitted only between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m. 6. This permit may not be assigned or transferred. 7. Alcoholic Beverages are prohibited. 8. Failure to abide by Pennsylvania State Park Rules and Regulations. 9. For cabins,/yurts/camping cottages removal of tables, beds or other furnishings from the facility are prohibited. 10. For cabins/yurts/camping cottages tents, camping trailers and recreation vehicles are not permitted in the area. 11. Pets are only permitted in designated areas. Overnight guest with pets must reserve designated facilities. Violations: Violations of park rules and regulations or violations of a condition of this permit could result in any or all of the following consequences: 1. The permit may be revoked. This would mean that the occupants would be required to vacate the facility immediately. 2. The occupants may be required to leave the park. 3. The occupants may be cited for violations of park rules and regulations, a summary offense. 4. The occupants are responsible for any loss or damages to furnishings, fixtures, equipment, or facilities that occur during or due to their occupancy. Cook Forest Park Office is located at 100 Route 36, Cooksburg, PA 16217. It is 7 miles south of Leeper, PA.

Directions

From the east, take Exit 78 off of I-80, then PA 36 north directly to the park in Cooksburg. From the west, take Exit 60 off of I-80, then take PA 66 north to Leeper. From Leeper, follow PA 36 south, seven miles to the park. Ridge Campground: From Cook Forest Park Office: Take a right onto Route 36 North and continue for approximately one-mile. Ridge Camp is located on the right-hand side of the road directly across from Fire Tower Road. From Leeper: Take Route 36 South for 7 miles. Ridge Camp is located on the left-hand side of the road directly across from Fire Tower Road. Indian Cabins: Cabins are located behind the Cook Forest Park Office near the children’s fishing pond. River Cabins: From the intersection of River Road and Route 36, travel approximately one-mile on River Road. Cabins are located on the left-hand side of the road near Henry Run.

Stay Limit

Check in from 3 PM, check out by 3 PM.

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