Bendigo State Park

Closed — Closed for the season until May 1, 2026. The park operates seasonally from May 1 through September 30. Day-use areas are accessible year-round from 8:00 AM to sunset. This is a day-use park only with no overnight camping facilities.

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 19 at 1:12AM EST until January 20 at 12:00PM EST by NWS State College PA

1:12 AM — 1:15 PM

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero expected. * WHERE...Cameron, Elk, McKean, Northern Clinton, Potter, and Warren Counties. * WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to noon EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

About

Bendigo State Park is a 100-acre day-use park located in a small valley surrounded by picturesque hills in northern Pennsylvania. About 20 acres of the park is developed, with half dedicated to a large, shaded picnic area. The forest is predominantly northern hardwoods including beech, birch, cherry, and maple. The East Branch of the Clarion River flows through the park, providing excellent fishing opportunities. Once polluted by abandoned mine drainage, the river has been restored and is now stocked with trout by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission. The park features a swimming pool, basketball court, volleyball area, playground, and three reservable pavilions that can accommodate up to 64 people each. This is a day-use park only with no overnight camping facilities. The park is open year-round from 8:00 AM to sunset, though the swimming pool and pavilions operate seasonally from May through September. Reservations for pavilions can be made up to 11 months in advance through the Pennsylvania State Parks reservation system.

Directions

In Jones Township, Elk County, Pennsylvania. From Johnsonburg, take US 219 to State Route 1004 and travel four miles northeast to the park entrance at 533 State Park Road.

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Amenities

Water Yes
Fires Allowed
Toilets Yes
Dump Station
Wifi
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store
Price $67

Vehicle

Max RV Length
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Email bendigosp@pa.gov
Phone +1 (814) 778-5467

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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