Bald Eagle State Park

Bald Eagle State Park is a protected landscape in Centre County that features Foster Joseph Sayers Reservoir, rolling hills, forests, and wetlands spread across thousands of acres. The terrain stretches along the flanks of Bald Eagle Mountain and includes diverse ecosystems within its boundaries.

The area took its name from a Lenape leader who lived near Bald Eagle Creek during the 18th century. Foster Joseph Sayers Reservoir honors a World War II Medal of Honor recipient who was recognized for bravery.

Foster Joseph Sayers Reservoir honors a World War II Medal of Honor recipient who demonstrated exceptional bravery near Thionville, France in 1944.

The park allows boating, fishing, and swimming at a sandy beach along the reservoir. Two campgrounds provide overnight accommodation options for visitors planning extended stays.

The park sits where two major geological zones meet, with the Allegheny Plateau to the north and the Ridge and Valley region to the south. This location creates a natural boundary between two distinct landscape formations.

Location: Centre County

Inception: 1971

Operator: Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks

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

GPS coordinates: 41.04170,-77.60330

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:46