Overlook Recreation Area
This is a day-use area only with no overnight camping. The picnic shelter is reservable or available first-come-first-served. Seasonal restrooms operate May 1 through October 29.
Heat Advisory issued July 2 at 1:29AM EDT until July 3 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 104 expected. * WHERE...Crawford, Northern Erie, and Southern Erie Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. The prolonged nature of the heat event with little overnight relief through the week will increase impacts to vulnerable populations.
About
The Overlook Recreation Area is a day-use facility at Woodcock Creek Lake, managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers near Meadville, Pennsylvania. Despite appearing in campground listings, this is not a campground and overnight camping is not permitted at any USACE recreation areas at Woodcock Creek Lake. The main attraction is a covered picnic shelter that can accommodate 30-40 people. The shelter has electrical outlets, a three-bay charcoal grill, water spigot, and nearby seasonal restrooms. The shelter is reservable for $50 or available first-come-first-served at no charge. Amenities include a covered gazebo with swing, concrete cornhole boards, and accessibility ramps. The broader area offers an 18-hole disc golf course, walking and hiking trails, and scenic views of Woodcock Creek Lake. For actual overnight camping in the area, visitors should look to Woodcock Lake Park, a separate facility managed by Crawford County Commissioners on the south side of the lake.
Directions
From I-79, take Exit 154 and proceed on Route 198 east for 7 miles through Saegertown to Woodcock Creek Lake Dam. The Overlook Recreation Area is approximately 1/4 mile past the dam on the right.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 - $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (814) 763-4422 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov |
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