Buchanan's Birthplace State Park

Pennsylvania State Park · Franklin County

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About Buchanan's Birthplace State Park

A narrow, peaceful hollow in the gap of Tuscarora Mountain, marking where James Buchanan was born in a log cabin in 1791. A stone pyramid stands on the site among tall conifers, with a trout stream and picnic tables alongside.

Things to do

Amenities & facilities

Hours

The park is open every day of the year, sunrise to sunset. Day use areas close at dusk.

Contact the Cowans Gap State Park office for facility seasons and hours.

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The park is open every day of the year, sunrise to sunset. Day use areas close at dusk.

Contact the Cowans Gap State Park office for facility seasons and hours.

Hours as published by PA State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.

Contact

Phone717-485-3948

Address6235 Aughwick Road, Fort Loudon, PA 17224

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