Cook Forest State Park

General facts and information about Cook Forest State Park

Cook Forest State Park encompasses over 8,000 acres of vacation wonderland. Park Naturalists conduct free environmental interpretive programs year round in the park.

The splendor of the Forest Cathedral, a National Natural Landmark is unsurpassed. The 200 to 350 year old trees in this area measure as much as five feet in diameter and tower almost 200 feet in the air. The Forest Cathedral is easily reached via Longfellow Trail behind the Log Cabin Visitors Center.

Visitors can enjoy this ancient forest on nearly 30 miles of hiking trails. Each of the 16 marked trails offers a unique outdoor encounter.

The Clarion River, a nationally designated Wild and Scenic Waterway, winds through Cook Forest State Park. Popular river activities include canoeing, tubing, kayaking, swimming and fishing. Northern pike, smallmouth bass, walleye, catfish, trout and all species of panfish are abundant in the river.

A fishing area designated especially for children and handicapped visitors is located near the Cook Forest State Park office.

Seneca Point Overlook near the #9 Firetower offers a breathtaking view of the Clarion River Valley. The adventuresome can climb 70 feet to the top of the old #9 Firetower for an impressive view of the area.

To reach Cook Forest State Park office, please call 814-744-8407 or write PO Box 120 Cooksburg PA 16217