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CHERRY SPRINGS STATE PARK, PA

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Cherry Springs State Park is nearly as remote and wild today as it was two centuries ago. Its dark skies make it a haven for astronomers. Due to its ...[more]
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Airport A Campground
Rustic Tent
5
72 Back-In
Electric Hookup - no Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed - no Near Water - no
Airport A Campground
Rustic Tent
5
35 Back-In
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Pets Allowed - no Near Water - no
Airport A Campground
Rustic Tent
5
35 Back-In
Electric Hookup - no Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed - no Near Water - no
Airport A Campground
Rustic Tent
5
Electric Hookup - no Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed - no Near Water - no
Airport A Campground
Rustic Tent
5
32 Back-In
Electric Hookup - no Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed - no Near Water - no
Airport A Campground
Rustic Tent
5
Electric Hookup - no Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed - no Near Water - no
Airport A Campground
Rustic Tent
5
18 Back-In
Electric Hookup - no Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed - no Near Water - no
Airport A Campground
Rustic Tent
5
28 Back-In
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Pets Allowed - no Near Water - no
Airport A Campground
Rustic Tent
5
24 Back-In
Electric Hookup - no Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed - no Near Water - no
Airport A Campground
Rustic Tent
5
40 Back-In
Electric Hookup - no Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed - no Near Water - no
Airport A Campground
Rustic Tent
5
28 Back-In
Electric Hookup - no Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed - no Near Water - no
Airport A Campground
Rustic Tent
5
45 Back-In
Electric Hookup - no Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed - no Near Water - no
Airport A Campground
Rustic Tent
5
56 Back-In
Electric Hookup - no Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed - no Near Water - no
Airport A Campground
Rustic Tent
5
57 Back-In
Electric Hookup - no Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed - no Near Water - no
Airport B Campground
Rustic Tent
5
44 Back-In
Electric Hookup - no Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed - no Near Water - no
Airport B Campground
Rustic Tent
5
44 Back-In
Electric Hookup - no Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed - no Near Water - no
Airport B Campground
Rustic Tent
5
41 Back-In
Electric Hookup - no Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed - no Near Water - no
Airport B Campground
Rustic Tent
5
29 Back-In
Electric Hookup - no Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed - no Near Water - no
Airport B Campground
Rustic Non-Electric
5
44 Back-In
Electric Hookup - no Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed - no Near Water - no
Airport B Campground
Rustic Non-Electric
5
55 Back-In
Electric Hookup - no Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed - no Near Water - no
Airport B Campground
Rustic Non-Electric
5
30 Back-In
Electric Hookup - no Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed - no Near Water - no
Airport B Campground
Rustic Non-Electric
5
30 Back-In
Electric Hookup - no Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed - no Near Water - no
Airport B Campground
Rustic Non-Electric
5
40 Back-In
Electric Hookup - no Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed - no Near Water - no
Airport B Campground
Rustic Non-Electric
5
55 Back-In
Electric Hookup - no Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed - no Near Water - no
Airport B Campground
Rustic Non-Electric
5
80 Pull-Through
Electric Hookup - no Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed - no Near Water - no
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Overview

Description

Cherry Springs State Park is nearly as remote and wild today as it was two centuries ago. Its dark skies make it a haven for astronomers. Due to its exceptionally dark skies, Cherry Springs State Park is one of the best places on the eastern seaboard for stargazing and the science of astronomy, which is the study and observation of planets, nebulae, galaxies, stars and other heavenly bodies. A dark night sky is a natural resource, just like plants, waterways and wildlife. Recognizing that this unique resource needed to be managed and protected, in 2000, the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources declared Cherry Springs State Park the first Dark Sky Park. Named for the large stands of black cherry trees in the park, the 82-acre state park is surrounded by the 262,000-acre Susquehannock State Forest. The Susquehannock Trail passes nearby and offers 85 miles of backpacking and hiking.

Geography:

Named for historic stands of black cherry trees, the park is better known today for star-gazing. The park can attribute its dark night skies and excellent astronomical viewing mostly to its place amidst thousands of acres of the Susquehannock State Forest and being perched high atop the Allegheny Plateau at 2300 feet above sea level. Clearings from past settlement and an emergency runway built in the 1930s provide expansive areas with low horizons to view the night sky. Wildlife is abundant in and around the park with sighting of bear and deer quite common. Hooting of owls or even the occasional howl of a coyote remind visitors of the remote nature of this park.

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Rustic Non-Electric

Fri Mar 29 2024 - Fri Feb 28 2025

Reservations can be made for today and can be made up to 11 Month(s) in advance.

Rustic Tent

Fri Mar 29 2024 - Fri Feb 28 2025

Reservations can be made for today and can be made up to 11 Month(s) in advance.

Season Dates

Season Schedule

Park Season
Start
End
Peak
Fri Apr 12 2024
Sat Oct 26 2024
Services and Amenities
Within Park
  • Amphitheater
  • Contact Station
  • Dump Station
  • Parking
  • Picnic Pavilion
  • Picnic Tables
  • Potable Water
  • Restroom
  • Telephone
Within 10 Miles
  • Bath House
  • Boating
  • Fishing
  • Nearest Camp Store Outside The Campground
  • Swimming
Greater Than 10 Miles
  • Nearest Laundromat Outside Of Campground
Fees and Cancellation Policies
Getting There
GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
41.65981, -77.82125
41°39'35"N, 77°49'17"W

Cherry Springs State Park in on PA 44 in Potter County.
Use the following address for GPS devices:
4639 Cherry Springs Road
Coudersport, PA 16901
Contact Information

Mailing Address:

CHERRY SPRINGS STATE PARK
C/O Lyman Run SP, 454 Lyman Run Road
GALETON  PA  16922
Phone Number:
Park Office: (814)435-5010
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