Prince Gallitzin State Park
Open — The campground opens in mid-April and closes in late October. Modern cabins are available for reservation year-round. The park itself is open daily, sunrise to sunset.
High Wind Warning issued December 30 at 2:42AM EST until December 30 at 4:00PM EST by NWS State College PA
* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. Peak wind gusts should begin to decrease later this morning into the afternoon. * WHERE...Bedford, Blair, Cambria, Clearfield, Northern Centre, and Somerset Counties. * WHEN...Until 4 PM EST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds will also be accompanied by lake effect snow showers, which will reduce visibility and make roads slick.
Winter Weather Advisory issued December 30 at 2:20AM EST until December 30 at 1:00PM EST by NWS State College PA
* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of around one inch, with localized accumulations of up to 3 or 4 inches in more persistent snow bands. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph creating considerable blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...Cambria, Clearfield, and Elk Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 PM EST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday morning commute. Strong winds could cause tree damage.
About
Prince Gallitzin State Park campground is nestled in the forested hills of the Allegheny Plateau along the shores of Glendale Lake, a sprawling 1,635-acre lake with 26 miles of scenic shoreline. The large 398-site campground accommodates tents and RVs with a variety of options including 53 full hookup sites with sewer, water, and electricity, 165 modern electric sites, and 173 modern non-electric sites. Many sites are paved to accommodate larger rigs. The campground is well-equipped with modern amenities including flush toilets, hot showers, a camp store with coin-operated laundry, sanitary dump stations, and fee-based Wi-Fi in the Crooked Run area. The campground is organized into seven main loops, each with its own shower house. Recreational facilities include a swimming beach within the campground, boat mooring areas, boat rentals, and playgrounds. The park's location provides access to hiking trails, fishing opportunities, and wildlife viewing in diverse habitats that serve as important migratory stopover points. In addition to traditional campsites, the park offers 10 modern cabins available year-round with full amenities including kitchens, bathrooms, heating, and air conditioning. Five seasonal camping cottages with electric heat and nearby shower facilities are also available. The park office provides full services and can be reached at the marina location on the eastern side of Glendale Lake.
Directions
From US-219 at Carrolltown, turn onto Carroll Road toward Patton. At the light in Patton, turn right. After passing Sheetz, take the third left onto Glendale Lake Road. Follow approximately 3 miles and turn left onto Beaver Valley Road for the campground.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | Yes |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | Yes |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $15 - $120 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 118ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| princegallitzinsp@pa.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (814) 674-1000 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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