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.
Winter Weather Advisory issued December 29 at 1:37PM EST until December 30 at 1:00PM EST by NWS State College PA
* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations between 1 and 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. * WHERE...Cambria, Clearfield, and Elk Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday evening and Tuesday morning commutes. Strong winds could cause tree damage.
High Wind Warning issued December 29 at 8:55AM EST until December 30 at 4:00PM EST by NWS State College PA
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected. * WHERE...Bedford, Blair, Cambria, Clearfield, Northern Centre, and Somerset Counties. * WHEN...Until 4 PM EST Tuesday. * 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...Gusty winds starting this morning will continue through Tuesday evening. The strongest winds will be Monday afternoon through Tuesday morning. Strong winds will also be accompanied by upslope snow showers with up to two inches of snow possible at higher elevations.
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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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | Yes |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $20 - $88 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| parkerdamsp@pa.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (814) 765-0630 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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