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Moshannon State Forest

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The 10 most popular campsites at Moshannon State Forest

The hardest sites to book at this park, reserving 64% of weekend nights in peak season (May–Jul). Set up an alert and we'll email you on cancellations.

Site Medix Run 004

Best here

Ranked #1 of 23

Roadside · Sleeps 10

Site Medix Run 003

Top pick

Ranked #2 of 23

Roadside · Sleeps 10

Site Medix Run 002

Top pick

Ranked #3 of 23

Roadside · Sleeps 10

Site Yellowsnake 005

Standout

Ranked #4 of 23

Roadside · Sleeps 10

Site Yellowsnake 002

Standout

Ranked #5 of 23

Roadside · Sleeps 10

Site Shaggers Inn 001

Decent

Ranked #6 of 23

Roadside · Sleeps 10

Site Yellowsnake 004

Decent

Ranked #7 of 23

Roadside · Sleeps 10

Site Yellowsnake 003

Decent

Ranked #8 of 23

Roadside · Sleeps 10

Site Medix Run 008

Wait for better

Ranked #9 of 23

Roadside · Sleeps 10

Site Shaggers Inn 002

Wait for better

Ranked #10 of 23

Roadside · Sleeps 10

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About this park

Moshannon State Forest derives its name from "Moss-hanne", or "moose stream", the Native-American description of the waterway that runs through the area. The forest totals 190,031 acres on the Allegheny Plateau. Small tracts of the forest are found in Cameron and Clinton counties; however, most of the forest land lies in Clearfield, Elk, and Centre Counties. Moshannon is one of eight state forests located in the PA Wilds. For more information visit the Moshannon State Forest website or Facebook page .

Location
Moshannon State Forest lies within the transition zone between the northern hardwood and Allegheny hardwood forests to the north and the mixed oaks and oak-hickory forests to the south. The state forest is mostly found in the Susquehanna Watershed and is mostly in the Pittsburgh Low Plateau Eco-region as well as in the Deep Valleys and Allegheny Front Eco-regions. The Pittsburgh Low Plateau can be characterized as having a smooth to irregular, undulating surface; with narrow and relatively shallow valleys. Part of the the Pennsylvania Elk Management Area falls within the Moshannon Forest District where a wild elk herd can be found. There are numerous unique natural ecological and geological features throughout the state forest such as Panther Rocks, Wolf Rocks, and the Marion Brooks Natural Area which contains an almost pure White Birch Stand.

Recreation
Being in the PA Wilds, the Moshannon State Forest offers over 244 miles of some of PA’s most remote wilderness trails, including the hiking-only Quehanna and Allegheny Front Trails. Most other roads and trails are also open to mountain biking and horseback riding. The 200+ miles of well-maintained, gravel public use roads serve as a gateway to the forest and allow for sightseeing, especially popular when brilliant fall foliage is present. The expansive forests with its diverse habitats are well known for their rewarding hunting and fishing opportunities. In the winter, there are 56 miles of cross country ski trails and over 200 miles of snowmobile trails. For more information visit the Moshannon State Forest website or Facebook page . Camping in the Moshannon State Forest is a great way to get away from it all and spend a night in the great outdoors. These designated, roadside campsites are identified by signpost and campsite name. There are no amenities, although some may have a fire ring and picnic table.

Nearby
Black Moshannon State Park, S.B. Elliot State Park, Parker Dam State Park, Quehanna Wild Area, Benezette Elk Viewing Area

Important information

This confirmation serves as your State Forest Campsite Permit for the campsite listed above. This permit is null and void if the reservation is cancelled or transferred prior to the date of arrival. You must have a copy of the permit on person during your stay. Occupants are subject to the following permit conditions: 1. Campfires, when permitted, require precautions be taken to prevent spread of fire to the forest. Campfires shall be attended at all times. Campfires are prohibited March 1st through May 25th without authorization from the District Forester, or when fire danger is high, very high, or extreme. This prohibition does not apply to self-contained camp stoves when used in a safe manner. A person causing a wildfire, in addition to possible criminal penalty, is liable for all damages, costs of extinction and fines. 2. Dead and down wood may be gathered and burned when permitted but may not be removed from the site. Power tools and chain saws are not permitted. Destruction of Property, damaging, defacing, or removing any sign, structure, equipment or other material is prohibited. 3. Occupants shall include at least one person 18 years of age or older. This permit may not be reassigned or transferred. 4. Pets are permitted on State Forest land if kept under control and attended at all times. Animal waste must be disposed of properly. 5. Disorderly conduct is prohibited, including creating unreasonable noise that may disturb other campers and visitors to state forest land. Generators that create excessive noise are prohibited. 6. Limit of 7 continuous days of camping on state forest land. Camping cannot be resumed until 48 hours have passed. All vehicles and equipment must be removed from state forest land during this time. Members of this camping party may not reserve a campsite until 48 hours have passed. 7. Washing in a water outlet, spring, lake or waterway and discharging sewage, or gray water on or into ground or surface waters is prohibited. Toilets must be used where provided. In other locations self-contained toilets must be used when required or human waste deposited in hole 4-6 inches deep, 200 feet from water, campsite, or trails and covered and hidden. 8. Littering is prohibited. Garbage/waste/rubbish must be removed from site and disposed of properly. Parking which obstructs a gate, entrance, exit or road turnaround on State Forest land is prohibited. Parking in area designated for a person with a disability, by the Department, is prohibited unless the vehicle has a valid plate or placard. 9. Damaging/removing a living or dead plant on State Forest land is prohibited. Edible wild plants or plant parts may be gathered if for personal use. Removing or disturbing historical/archeological resources from State Forest land is prohibited. Target Shooting of any kind is prohibited. 10. Occupants are subject to State Forest Rules and Regulations, found online at https://www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateForests/RulesAndRegulations/Pages/default.aspx, posted onsite, or by contacting the district office. Occupants are subject to any other information and instructions included in the campsite or facility notes, alerts, and important information. Violations : Violations of forest 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 will result in the occupants being required to vacate the facility immediately. 2. The occupants may be required to leave the forest. 3. The occupants may be cited for a violation of the forest rules and regulations, a summary offense. 4. The occupants are responsible for any damage to campsite or facilities that occurred during or due to their occupancy.