Crooked Creek Lake Pavilions

Closed — The pavilions are currently closed for winter and typically operate seasonally. Reservations are available through Recreation.gov when the season opens.

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Special Weather Statement issued December 30 at 3:47AM EST by NWS Pittsburgh PA

3:47 AM — 6:00 AM

Overnight snow showers and brief snow squalls have impacted road conditions in portions of the region and may continue into the early morning commute. Even brief periods of snowfall may result in slick and hazardous travel conditions, especially during the morning rush hour. Motorist are urged to use caution, allow extra travel time, and be prepared for rapidly changing conditions. Conditions are expected to gradually improve later this mornig as snow activity diminishes.

About

Crooked Creek Lake Pavilions consists of six group picnic shelters operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Crooked Creek Lake, a flood control project completed in 1940. The facility offers day-use pavilion rentals with electric hookups, providing groups access to scenic views, recreational amenities, and nearby lake activities. The pavilions are spread across the park: Independence Pavilion on the beach road features a ball field and horseshoe pits with flush restrooms nearby; Heritage Pavilion on Overlook Road offers panoramic views of the dam and control tower with horseshoe pits and ball field access; Justice Pavilion sits behind the park office near a small pond and provides access to the disc golf course with vault toilet facilities. All pavilions include picnic tables and grills. Crooked Creek Lake provides opportunities for boating, fishing, swimming at the sandy beach, and exploring miles of scenic shoreline. The 141-mile Baker Trail crosses through the property. Pavilion rentals require reservations through Recreation.gov and are governed by Title 36 Code of Federal Regulations. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited, and setup is not permitted before 8 a.m.

Directions

Address: 114 Park Main Rd, Ford City, PA 16226. From Pittsburgh: Head northeast on Grant St toward Sixth Avenue, turn right onto Seventh Ave. Follow signs for PA-380 E/Bigelow Boulevard/I-579 N and merge onto Bigelow Blvd. Take the ramp onto I-579N/Veterans Bridge. Follow PA-28 N to PA-66 S in Manor Township, take exit A from PA-28N/US-422 E. Continue on PA-66 S, then turn left onto Crooked Creek Dam Rd.