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Locust Lake State Park
Nearby Parks:
Tuscarora State Park
Weiser State Forest
Swatara State Park
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| State Park Overview: |
 | Known for its popular camping area, Locust Lake State Park nestles on the side of Locust Mountain. The 52-acre Locust Lake is located between two campgrounds and is surrounded by beautiful forests. Hiking and fishing are popular activities in the 1,089-acre park. A bike trail and a number of hiking trails wind through the park and vary to steep and challenging trails for hearty hikers. |
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A Great Cheap Spot for a Great Get Away
An Excellant country setting. Good camping sites for tenters or for travel trailers. A Nice beach, and a very Nice Lake stocked with Trout. There is also a Nice paved Trail for walkers, Joggers, or bikers that goes all aroung the lake. Boat rentals and also Paddle Boats for rent. Very worth the trip in My Opinnion
Written by Deer-jerky
25-Jul-2008
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Great Programs Too
I agree with Deer-Jerky. They also have great programming and shows there. Occasionally they have live hawks, owls and eagles there from local wildlife rescues. The shows are awesome.
Written by like the park
30-Aug-2008
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Wonderful Place To Camp.
This was our first visit to this park. We were looking for a place so we could bring our little dog with us. Had a great few days. Thanks again to the State of Pa.,For a great place to camp. I will be back.
Written by Duane V Duncan Sr
6-Sep-2009
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| Camping: |
| Camping: modern sites, some with electricity
The 282 campsites are divided into tent or trailer sides that encircle the lake. Tenting is permitted on the north side of the lake and the trailer facilities are located on the south side of the lake. All areas are within easy access to swimming, boating, fishing and hiking facilities.
All campsites are located in a wooded area and have a parking pad, picnic table, fire ring and a cleared area for camping equipment. There are also a number of walk-in sites.
Campground conveniences include modern restrooms and wash houses with shower facilities. A sanitary dump station is located on the trailer side of the lake. Trash/recycling areas are located on both the north and south sides of the lake. |
| Trails: |
| Oak/Ridge Trail: 0.75 mile, easy hiking, white/blue blazes,This interpretive trail winds along a woodland creek and through a mature forest and young woodland areas. Along the entire loop of this self-guiding trail, species of trees and other vegetation are marked, and posted signs offer information about each species.
Oak/Hemlock Trail: 2 miles, moderate hiking, white/yellow blazesThis trail is blazed through a mature hemlock stand through which flows a woodland stream. The trail also passes by a unique geological outcropping.
Oak Loop Trail: 4 miles, difficult hiking, white blazesThe longest of the loop trails, it encircles a ridge located in a mature deciduous forest. |
| Boating: |
| Boats may use electric motors. Motorboats must display a boat registration from any state. Non-powered boats must display one of the following: boat registration from any state; launching permit or mooring permit from Pennsylvania State Parks that are available at most state park offices; launch use permit from the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission.
Rowboats, canoes and pedal boats are available through boat rental concessions at each park. |
| Fishing and Hunting: |
| Fishing:
Locust Lake is one of the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission's high-intensity trout fishing areas and receives several stockings of brown and brook trout annually. Pickerel, bass (largemouth and smallmouth) and panfish give anglers action in all seasons. Fishermen who are not camping are required to use the fishermen's parking area near the park entrance. Locust Lake has an accessible fishing pier that is located by the picnic pavilion on the north side of Locust Lake.
Ice fishing is permitted during the winter season with trout being the primary species caught at both lakes. The ice is not monitored for safety. Be sure that the ice is at least four inches thick and carry safety equipment.
Hunting and Firearms:
About 1,045 acres are available. Common species are white-tailed deer, rabbits, squirrels,wild turkeys, ring-necked pheasants, woodcock, doves and ruffed grouse. Hunting in both the park and adjacent state forest lands is restricted to designated areas. A special regulations area allowing only bow and arrow and flintlock muzzleloader hunting, is located in areas of the park.
Hunting woodchucks, also known as groundhogs, is prohibited. Dog training is only permitted from the day following Labor Day to March 31 in designated hunting areas. The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Pennsylvania Game Commission rules and regulations apply. Contact the park office for accessible hunting information.
Use extreme caution with firearms at all times. The park is used by other visitors during hunting seasons. Firearms and archery equipment may be uncased and ready for use only in authorized hunting areas during hunting seasons. In areas not open to hunting, firearms and archery equipment must be kept in the owner's car, trailer or camp. |
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| Area Accommodations |
| B&Bs / Inns | |  | The Crestmont Inn - Eagles Mere, PA
This romantic country inn sits atop the area's highest point, a 2,200-foot peak, just outside the unique Victorian village of Eagles Mere - sometimes called "the town that time forgot."
Web Site: http://www.crestmont-inn.com |
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| | Hotels/Motels | |  | Waynebrook Inn - Honey Brook, PA
Come experience the rich history and refined hospitality of the Waynebrook Inn, Est. 1865. Our charming full service hotel has been splendidly refurbished and is nestled in the midst of beautiful Amish farm country near Lancaster in historic Chester County. At the Waynebrook you can experience that rarity among country inns along with the amenities of a full service hotel...the elegance and beguiling charm of American Inns of yesteryear coupled with the modern conveniences today's travelers demand.
Web Site: www.WaynebrookInn.com |
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| | B&Bs / Inns | |  | Whistling Swan Inn - Stanhope, NJ
Nestled in the beautiful Skylands Region of New Jersey, the house now known as The Whistling Swan Inn was built in 1905 by Justice of the Peace, Daniel Best, for his wife, Sarah. Come visit Northwest NJ's finest Victorian Inn Voted "Top Ten B&B in US" by Inn Traveler Magazine
Web Site: http://www.whistlingswaninn.com |
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| Area Places to Eat |
| Restaurant | | | Waynebrook Inn - Honey Brook, PA
Come experience the rich history and refined hospitality of the Waynebrook Inn, Est. 1865. Our charming full service hotel has been splendidly refurbished and is nestled in the midst of beautiful Amish farm country near Lancaster in historic Chester County. At the Waynebrook you can experience that rarity among country inns along with the amenities of a full service hotel...the elegance and beguiling charm of American Inns of yesteryear coupled with the modern conveniences today's travelers demand.
Web Site: www.WaynebrookInn.com |
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| Nature Programs: |
| Tuscarora and Locust Lake state parks offer a wide variety of environmental education and interpretive programs. Through hands-on activities, guided walks and evening programs, participants gain appreciation, understanding and develop a sense of stewardship toward natural and cultural resources.
Curriculum-based environmental education programs are available to schools and youth groups. An environmental education specialist is available to develop EE curriculums and sites, and provide teacher workshops and additional teacher and community services.
Group programs must be arranged in advance and may be scheduled by calling the park office.
Programs are offered March to November. For more detailed information contact the park office. |
| Area Campgrounds | | | | Area Fishing Related Businesses | | Steve's Sporting Goods
239 W 11th St
Hazleton, PA
(570) 459-1885
| Valley Fishing & Hunting Supl
228 Main St
Catawissa, PA
(570) 356-2434
| Bear's Head Fly Tying Shop
34 Walnut St
Delano, PA
(570) 467-2303
| Tackle Box
102 Morea Rd
Frackville, PA
(570) 874-3111
| Keystone Fish & Hunt Club
421 N Nescopec St
Tamaqua, PA
(570) 668-0780
| West Penn Rod & Gun Club
1047 Clamtown Rd
Tamaqua, PA
(570) 386-1123
| Koch's Hunting & Fishing Supplies
2101 Market St
Auburn, PA
(570) 366-5083
| Hazleton Owls Rod & Gun Club
981 Grant St
Hazleton, PA
(570) 454-0942
| Pine Grove Fish & Game
7 Geary Wolfe Rd
Pine Grove, PA
(570) 345-3905
| Blue Mountain Fishing Lakes
63 Blue Mountain Rd
Schuylkill Haven, PA
(570) 754-7934
| Shenandoah East End Field & Stream Club
320 E Lloyd St
Shenandoah, PA
(570) 462-2957
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| | Area Resorts and Lodging | | Eagle Rock
1031 Valley of Lks
Hazleton, PA
(570) 384-3223
| Eagle Rock Resort: Administration
RR 924
Sheppton, PA
(570) 384-3223
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| Directions: |
| Located seven miles north of Pottsville, three miles south of Mahanoy City, eight miles west of Tamaqua and six miles west of Tuscarora State Park. The park is two miles southwest of Exit 131A (Hometown) of I-81. |
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