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Tuscarora State Park
State Park Information

State Park Overview

Trails
All of the trails are road width and do not have blazes. The trails wander through several habitats like mature deciduous forest, meadow and agricultural fields.

Crow Trail easy hiking, 1.4 miles This old dirt road passes through many habitats, including mature deciduous forest, pine and larch plantation, grass fields and overgrown meadow. This trail ends at the southern shore of Tuscarora Lake.

Edge Trail easy hiking, 0.4 mile This grass covered trail winds along the edge of a mature forest and agricultural fields. The trail provides access to Log Trail and the park office/visitor center.

Hill Trail moderate hiking, 0.3 mile This short but steep trail parallels a power line and provides the most direct access from the park office/visitor center to the picnic area and beach.

Lake View Trail easy hiking, 0.6 mile This trail goes through the primary use area of Tuscarora State Park. It parallels the lake and provides several views including a nice view of the beach. Park employees and concessionaires sometimes drive this dirt trail.

Laurel Trail easy hiking, 0.4 mile Accessed from Log Trail or Edge Trail, this grassy road was used to cut trees that died from severe gypsy moth damage. This short loop provides views of mountain laurel and mature forest.

Locust Mountain Trail moderate hiking, 0.4 mile An old fire access road winding through a mature deciduous forest on a fairly steep slope, this trail takes you from Crow Trail to the top of Locust Mountain.

Log Trail easy hiking, 0.3 mile This old logging road winds through a mature deciduous forest. It has a slight grade and connects to Laurel and Edge trails and the west end parking area.

Picnicking
Fishing

Fishing at Tuscarora Lake consists primarily of warm water game fish including bass, muskellunge, pickerel, catfish, yellow perch and sunfish. Night fishing is permitted.

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

Approximately 1,100 acres of Tuscarora State Park are open to hunting, trapping and the training of dogs during established seasons. Common game species are deer, pheasant, rabbit, squirrel, woodcock, turkey, grouse and dove. Hunting woodchucks -lso 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.

Special regulations areas allowing only bow and arrow and flintlock muzzleloader hunting are located at several areas of Locust Lake.

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 owners car, trailer or camp.



Boating
Boating electric motors only

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.

Swimming



More Info

NEWS RELEASE. COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Tuscarora State Park R R 1 Box 1051 Barnesville, PA 18214-9715 July 17, 1997. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE.
...e of last update **/**/** Tuscarora State Park. SITE IDENTIFICATION. Site Name Tuscarora State Park Site Location Along SR1018, 2 miles W. of Rt.309 at Tamaqua County Schuylkill...
,100 feet above sea level the night air can be chilly. Tuscarora State Park Set in a deeply wooded valley, Tuscarora State Park is at the southern end of Pennsylvanias Anthracite Coal Region.
...rch Wilson-Tuscarora State Park Route 18 Wilson, NY 14172 (Get Directions) Phone 716 751-6361 Web Site Wilson-Tuscarora State Park. Steps leading to sandy beach Courtesy of Brenda Stynes.
...e the Niagara Gorge! Remove the Parkway! Please Sign our Online Petition. U.S. side only. See Important Disclaimer. Wilson-Tuscarora State Park. (Town of Wilson) Total acres 389.709


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

Promise Camp of Family Guidanc
227 Lance Rd
Clinton, PA
(724) 899-2402

Blue Rocks Family Campground
341 Sousley Rd
Lenhartsville, PA
(610) 756-6366

Christmas Pine Camp Ground
450 Red Church Rd
Auburn, PA
(570) 366-8866

81/80 RV Park
718 N Old Turnpike Rd
Drums, PA
(570) 788-3382

Whitewater Challengers
288 N Stagecoach Rd
Weatherly, PA
(570) 427-4355

Red Ridge Lake Campgrounds
61 Millers Rd
Zion Grove, PA
(570) 384-4760

Rosemount
285 Valley Road
Tamaqua, PA
(570) 668-2580

Locust Lake State Park
151 Locust Lake Rd
Barnesville, PA
(570) 467-0317



Area Fishing Related Businesses

Steve's Sporting Goods
239 W 11th St
Hazleton, PA
(570) 4592885

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) 3862123

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

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



Area Resorts and Lodging

Beech Mountain Lakes
Route 309
Drums, PA
(570) 788-5071

Eagle Rock
1031 Valley of Lks
Hazleton, PA
(570) 384-3223

Eagle Rock Resort Administration
RR 924
Sheppton, PA
(570) 384-3223


Tuscarora State Park