Sproul State Forest
Open — Open year-round with reservations available through the Pennsylvania State Parks and Forests Reservation system up to 11 months in advance. State forest roads are not plowed in winter; access is not guaranteed during winter months.
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 19 at 1:12AM EST until January 20 at 12:00PM EST by NWS State College PA
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero expected. * WHERE...Cameron, Elk, McKean, Northern Clinton, Potter, and Warren Counties. * WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to noon EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
About
Sproul State Forest encompasses over 305,000 acres of wild and remote forestland in western Clinton and northern Centre counties, offering some of Pennsylvania's most pristine backcountry camping experiences. The forest provides nine designated roadside campsites exclusively for self-contained RV camping along dirt and gravel forest roads. These primitive sites have no electric hookups, water, dump stations, or trash facilities, and self-contained toilets are required. Tent camping is not permitted at designated roadside sites. For backpackers, Sproul State Forest allows dispersed primitive camping throughout most of the forest without a permit for single-night stays. Backpackers can explore trails such as the Chuck Keiper Trail and Donut Hole Trail, camping at trailside locations following Leave No Trace principles. Campfires are restricted during the spring wildfire season (March through May) and when fire danger is high. State forest roads receive no winter maintenance and are not plowed, making winter access challenging.
Directions
Sproul State Forest is located in north central Pennsylvania, primarily in western Clinton and northern Centre counties. The District Office is at 15187 Renovo Road, Renovo, PA 17764. From Renovo, head west on Renovo Road to reach the forest and its various trailheads and recreation areas.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 100ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (570) 923-6011 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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