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RACCOON CREEK STATE PARK3000 STATE ROUTE 18
HOOKSTOWN PA 15050
PIONEER GROUP TENTING AREA and PIONEER BACKPACKING AREA: To make reservations for the backpacking sites, please select Permits to populate the permit locations.
No water available at site, occupants must carry or bring in potable water or water filtration device.
Statewide Fire Ban-November 2024: DescriptionRaccoon Creek State Park has continued to develop from the park's beginning as a Recreational Demonstration Area operated by the National Park Service in the 1930s, to one of the largest and most beautiful state parks in Pennsylvania. Facilities at the park are a mix from the early Civilian Conservation Corps camp to modern facilities. In addition to recreational areas, there are large tracts of undeveloped land. The 7,572-acre park features the beautiful 101-acre Raccoon Lake. Alerts and Important Information Permit Conditions:
1. No more than one family unit or five unrelated persons per campsite. Other facilities are limited to the maximum occupancy for the facility (i.e. beds in cabins) for non-family guests. Note: Family Unit-Persons living under one household.
2. Occupant shall include at least one person 18 years of age or older.
3. Noise or conduct which could interfere with the sleep of other persons is prohibited between 9 p.m. and 8 a.m.
4. Before vacating the facility/site, occupants shall clean and properly dispose of waste.
5. Visitors are permitted only between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m.
6. This permit may not be assigned or transferred.
7. Alcoholic Beverages are prohibited in all park locations except authorized unique houses and lodges as identified by the Bureau of State Parks.
8. Failure to abide by Pennsylvania State Park Rules and Regulations.
9. For cabins,/yurts/camping cottages removal of tables, beds or other furnishings from the facility are prohibited.
10. For cabins/yurts/camping cottages, tents, camping trailers and recreation vehicles are not permitted in the area.
11. Pets are only permitted in designated areas. Overnight guest with pets must reserve designated facilities.
Violations: Violations of park rules and regulations or violations of a condition of this permit could result in any or all of the following consequences:
1. The permit may be revoked. This would mean that the occupants would be required to vacate the facility immediately.
2. The occupants may be required to leave the park.
3. The occupants may be cited for violations of park rules and regulations, a summary offense.
4. The occupants are responsible for any loss or damages to furnishings, fixtures, equipment, or facilities that occur during or due to their occupancy.Contact InformationRACCOON CREEK STATE PARK3000 STATE ROUTE 18 HOOKSTOWN PA 15050 Phone Park for More Information: Information:
(724)899-2200 |