Locust Lake State Park

Locust Lake State Park is a forested recreation area built around a mountain lake surrounded by wooded hillsides. The park includes camping facilities, trails, and recreational spaces distributed across its sprawling grounds.

The state of Pennsylvania purchased the land in 1966 and officially opened it as a public park in 1972. Since then it has served the region as a recreation destination.

The land was home to Lenape people before other indigenous nations controlled the region. Today, visitors walk through a landscape shaped by centuries of indigenous presence.

The park provides extensive camping accommodations with modern facilities including bathrooms and shower buildings scattered throughout the grounds. Visitors should plan extra time as the area is large and spread out across multiple zones.

The lake receives regular fish stockings throughout the year to maintain fishing opportunities for multiple species. This active management creates a reliable fishing experience even in seasons when natural populations would otherwise decline.

Location: Pennsylvania

Inception: 1972

Website: https://dcnr.pa.gov/StateParks/FindAPark/LocustLakeStatePark

GPS coordinates: 40.78330,-76.14170

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:26