Cowans Gap State Park

Pennsylvania State Park · Fulton County

CountyFulton
CampingYes
RV hookupsElectric & water
Cabins / lodgeYes

Cowans Gap State Park hours

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

The park office is usually open weekdays year round from 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. except on some holidays. The park office has extended hours and weekend hours in the summer season through mid-October.

The beach, food and boat rental concession, and overnight camping and cabin areas are open specific seasons and hours. Contact the park office for facility seasons and hours.

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

About Cowans Gap State Park

A 42-acre lake in the Allens Valley of Fulton County, hemmed in by state forest on every side. Rustic cabins, a large campground, a beach and a network of trails that climb straight out of the park into the surrounding ridges.

Things to do

  • 🥾 Hiking
  • 🚲 Biking
  • 🛶 Paddling
  • 🏊 Swimming
  • 🎣 Fishing
  • ⛵ Boating
  • 🐎 Equestrian
  • 🐦 Birding
  • 🧭 Geocaching
  • 🏹 Hunting

Amenities & facilities

  • 🏕️ Campsites
  • 🚿 Showers
  • 🚻 Restrooms
  • 🛖 Cabins
  • 👥 Group Sites
  • 🚤 Boat Ramp
  • 🚐 RV Dump Station
  • 🌿 Nature Center
  • ♿ Accessible Facilities

RV / campsite hookups

  • ⚡ Electric & Water
  • ⛺ Primitive / No Hookups

Camping options

  • Modern Electric
  • Modern Non-Electric
  • Modern Organized Group Tenting Site
  • Modern Tent Only

Contact

Phone717-485-3948

Address6235 Aughwick Road, Fort Loudon, PA 17224

Upcoming events at Cowans Gap State Park

Event details and registration are on the PA State Parks calendar.

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