Locust Lake State Park

Closed — Closed for the season. Reopens March 27, 2026. Currently undergoing facility upgrades with only sites 89-213 available for reservations with arrival dates of August 25, 2025 and after. The peak camping season runs from late March through mid-October. Reservations available through Pennsylvania State Parks.

About

Nestled on the side of Locust Mountain in Schuylkill County, Locust Lake State Park offers 282 wooded campsites surrounding a 52-acre lake. The campground is divided into two distinct areas: tent-only sites on the north side of the lake, and mixed tent and trailer sites on the south side. The trailer area includes 77 electric sites with 50-amp service and water hookups, plus 125 non-electric sites with water. All campsites feature parking pads, picnic tables, fire rings, and cleared areas for camping equipment. Walk-in sites are also available a short distance from parking areas. The campground provides modern amenities including flush toilets, shower houses, and a sanitary dump station. Three playgrounds are scattered throughout the campground for families. A camp store near the boat launch offers basic food and camping supplies, firewood, bait, and boat rentals. Pets are permitted at designated sites for a fee. The park is currently undergoing facility upgrades, with two shower houses being replaced and several electric sites being upgraded to full hookup services.

Directions

From I-81 northbound, take Exit 131B, cross under the I-81 overpass, and make an immediate left toward New Boston. Travel 1.1 miles to a left turn; follow signs. From I-81 southbound, take Exit 131A, left turn, then travel 1.0 mile to a left turn; follow signs.

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