Parker Dam State Park

Open — Open year-round. Rustic cabins available for reservation. Campground peak season runs April through mid-December; off-season camping may be limited. Reservations available up to 11 months in advance through Pennsylvania State Parks system.

About

Parker Dam State Park encompasses 968 acres in northwestern Pennsylvania's Clearfield County, offering a blend of developed amenities and wilderness access. The park centers around a scenic 20-acre lake surrounded by dense forest within Moshannon State Forest. The campground features 107 sites including full-hookup, electric, non-electric, and tent-only sites, along with 17 rustic cabins available year-round. Modern facilities include flush toilets, hot showers, and a dump station. The park serves as a gateway to extensive forest lands and the 50,000-acre Quehanna Wilderness. Visitors can explore tornado-ravaged forest recovery areas, mountain bike on forest trails, or search for Pennsylvania elk in nearby areas. The lake allows non-powered and electric boats with proper registration. A sand beach operates Memorial Day through September. Winter activities include cross-country skiing, ice skating, sledding, and snowmobiling. Developed amenities include a playground, coin laundry, camp store, and seasonal food concession at the beach. The park offers interpretive programs and serves as a base for geocaching enthusiasts. Stay limits are 14 days during peak season and 21 days off-season, with a 48-hour vacancy required between stays.

Directions

From I-80, take Exit 111 onto PA 153 North for 5.5 miles. Turn right onto Mud Run Road and drive 2.5 miles to the park.

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