Chapman State Park
Closed — Open mid-April through mid-December. Winter access cannot be guaranteed past December.
Lake Effect Snow Warning issued December 30 at 2:20AM EST until December 31 at 7:00AM EST by NWS State College PA
* WHAT...Periods of heavy lake effect snow. Additional snow accumulations between 1 and 3 inches. Localized new snow accumulation of 4 to 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph creating considerable blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...McKean and Warren Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Another round of significant snowfall is expected Wednesday afternoon into early Thursday morning. Additional snowfall amounts could exceed 6" in northwest Warren and McKean counties.
Wind Advisory issued December 29 at 8:55AM EST until December 30 at 12:00PM EST by NWS State College PA
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. * WHERE...Cameron, Elk, McKean, Northern Clinton, Potter, and Warren Counties. * WHEN...Until noon EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds will also be accompanied by lake effect snow showers, which will reduce visibility and make roads slick.
About
Chapman State Park is a scenic campground located in northwestern Pennsylvania, adjacent to the vast Allegheny National Forest. The woodland campground features approximately 80 campsites spread across two loops, offering both modern electric sites (30 amp and 50 amp service) and non-electric options. The campground is well-equipped with modern restrooms, two shower houses, convenient water hydrants throughout, and a sanitary dump station for RVs. Beyond traditional camping, the park offers five camping cottages that sleep five people with electric heat, lights, and covered porches, plus two yurts that accommodate six people and include kitchen amenities like stovetops, microwaves, and refrigerators. Group camping is available year-round for organized youth and adult groups. The park also serves as a convenient trailhead for backpackers exploring trails on adjoining public lands. Chapman State Park centers around Chapman Dam and its scenic lake, offering excellent opportunities for fishing, boating, swimming at the beach, and picnicking. The setting provides an ideal base camp for exploring the wilderness areas of the surrounding Allegheny National Forest while enjoying the amenities of an established state park campground.
Directions
From US Route 6 in Clarendon, turn onto Railroad Street, which becomes Chapman Dam Road. Follow Chapman Dam Road for approximately 5 miles to reach the park entrance.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $20 - $90 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 100ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| chapmansp@pa.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (814) 723-0250 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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