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Camping Brochure and Map of Leonard Harrison and Colton Point State Parks (SP) in Pennsylvania. Published by Pennsylvania State Parks.
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Colton Point State Park
On the west rim of the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon, the small
campground at Colton Point State Park resonates with the
rustic charm of the Civilian Conservation Corps era of the
1930s. The first-come, first-serve camping area offers petfriendly, non-electric campsites (tent-only and walk-to) and
organized group tenting. Four campsites can accommodate a
small camping unit. The campground has non-flush restrooms,
picnic tables, fire rings, and potable water.
The rugged overlooks near the campground offer great
views of the 800-foot deep, glacially carved Pine Creek
Gorge. The scenery at Colton Point and Leonard Harrison is
beautiful in every season of the year and is especially stunning
in late September through mid-October.
Please note: Cell service may be limited or unavailable near
and within the park
RESERVATIONS: Rustic campsites for individuals at
Colton Point State Park are first-come, first-serve. Upon
arrival, choose a campsite that is unoccupied, and follow all
instructions on the bulletin board. Payment can be made with
check or cash. A green fee tube is by the bulletin board for
collection of camping fees.
For groups who meet the criteria of an Organized Group,
reservations for Organized Group Tenting campsites can be
made online or by phone using MasterCard, VISA, American
Express, and Discover credit cards; personal, traveler’s, and
cashier’s checks; or a Pennsylvania State Parks Gift Card.
To receive a confirmed reservation, full payment must be
received within ten days of making the reservation. For
reservations, call the Pennsylvania State Parks Reservation
Center at 888-PA-PARKS (888-727-2757), Monday to
Saturday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM or visit
http://pennsylvaniastateparks.reserveamerica.com.
CAMPSITE ISSUING: Campsites are available on a firstcome, first-served basis. If an employee is not available, read
posted instructions then proceed to an available site and set up.
The appropriate fee must be paid to a park employee or
deposited in a supplied honor system envelope before setting
up on a campsite.
CHANGES AND CANCELLATIONS: Cancellations,
changes, or transfers to reservations will be assessed a fee and
can be made prior to arrival by the Pennsylvania State Parks
Reservation Center.
Any cancellation, change, or transfer made upon arrival
must be processed through the state park. For complete
information on fees, cancellations, changes, transfers, and
discount policies, view the Reservation Cancellation/Change
Policy at the website above in the "Reservations" section.
Campground Rules
CAMPING SEASON: This campground opens the first
Friday in May and closes the third Sunday in October.
CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT TIME: Check-in time is
3:00 PM. Campsites must be vacated by 3:00 PM.
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES: Alcoholic beverages are
prohibited in all Pennsylvania state parks.
PETS: Pets are permitted at all campsites in this campground,
except organized group tenting sites. Please contact the park
office or contact station for pet guidelines.
Pets are prohibited in swimming areas, buildings, and all
overnight facilities not participating in the pet program. Guide
dogs and service dogs are not considered pets.
QUIET HOURS: Campers must not disturb the sleep of
others between 9:00 PM and 8:00 AM.
NOISE: Operation of electric generators that create excessive
noise is prohibited.
OCCUPANCY: Site occupancy is limited to one family unit
(persons living under one household) or five unrelated people
per site. Occupants must include at least one person 18 years
of age or older at all times.
MOTOR VEHICLES: Park only in designated areas. Only
one vehicle is permitted at a campsite in addition to a camping
unit. If permitted, additional vehicles can park on the camping
spur for a fee or in the second car parking area at no charge.
VISITORS: Visitors are welcome on campsites from
8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
MINIMUM/MAXIMUM CAMPING PERIOD: Campers
may stay in a state park campground up to 14 consecutive
nights from Memorial Day to Labor Day. If reserving a
Saturday during the summer season, a two-night minimum
stay is required. Campers may camp up to 21 consecutive
nights during the remainder of the year.
HUNTING: Use extreme caution with firearms at all times.
Other visitors use the park during hunting seasons. Firearms
and archery equipment used for hunting may be uncased
and ready for use only in authorized hunting areas during
hunting seasons. In areas not open to hunting or during
non-hunting seasons, firearms and archery equipment shall be
kept in the owner's vehicle or enclosed trailer. Exceptions
include: law enforcement officers and individuals with a valid
Pennsylvania License to Carry Firearms are authorized to
carry a firearm concealed on their person while they are within
a state park.
Protect and Preserve Our Parks
Please make your visit safe and enjoyable. Obey all posted
rules and regulations and respect fellow visitors and the
resources of the park.
• Be prepared and bring the proper equipment. Natural areas
may possess hazards. Your personal safety and that of your
family are your responsibility.
Rustic Camping
Colton Point
State Park
• Please camp only in designated areas and minimize your
impact on the campsite.
• Prevent wild fires. Fires are only permitted in fire rings or
grills. Gas and propane camp stoves are permitted. Fires must
be attended at all times and extinguished before leaving a
campsite. Properly dispose of hot coals.
• Firewood is not provided. Cutting live or standing trees and
the operation of chainsaws are prohibited.
• Firewood Advisory: Firewood may contain non-native
insects and plant diseases. Bringing firewood into the park
from other areas may accidentally spread pest insects and
diseases that threaten park resources and the health
of our forests. Use local firewood. Do not take wood home
and do not leave firewood. Burn it!
• Handwashing and dishwashing are permitted only where
appropriate facilities are available. Washing is prohibited at
water spigots, hand pumps, springs, lakes, and streams.
• Because uncontrolled pets may chase wildlife or frighten
visitors, pets must be physically controlled, attended at all
times, and on a leash, caged, or crated. Electronic fences and
leashes are prohibited.
• Do your part to keep wildlife wild! Enjoy wildlife from
a safe distance and do not feed or approach wild animals.
Human food is unhealthy for animals and animals dependent
on human food can lead to dangerous human-animal
encounters.
• Please recycle. Place trash accumulated during your stay in
proper receptacles or take it home with you.
Access for People with Disabilities
This publication text is available in alternative formats. If you
need an accommodation to participate in park activities due to
a disability, please contact the park you plan to visit.
6/2021
c/o Leonard Harrison State Park
4797 Route 660, Wellsboro, PA 16901
570-724-3061
LeonardHarrisonSP@pa.gov
Campground Address:
927 Colton Point Road, Wellsboro, PA 16901
GPS DD: Lat. 41.70685 Long. -77.46680
Reservations:
888-PA-PARKS
dcnr.pa.gov/StateParks
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Organized Group Tenting
Pet Camping
Water
23
Walk-to Campsite
Parking
Campground opens
the first Friday in May and
closes the third Sunday
in October.
Tent Only
13
14
Tent Recommended
Trash
Paved Road
Unpaved Road
One-way Road
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Recycling
Roa
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CAMPING SEASON
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Non-flush Restrooms
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Main Map
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COLTON POINT STATE PARK
CAMPGROUND
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3
Parking Lot
Gate
Tent Only
GPS DD:
Lat. 41.70685
Long. -77.46680
Rim
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For Organized Group Tenting,
Make online reservations at
www.visitPAparks.com
or call toll-free 888-PA-PARKS
(888-727-2757).
Path or Trail
Road
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Rustic Campsites are
first-come, first-serve
Co l t o n
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400 FEET
Pin
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EQUIPMENT ACCOMMODATION GUIDE
Camping Pad Lengths
20' to 38'
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RESERVATIONS
To Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania Overlooks,
Picnic Pavilions, Park Turnaround
Rev. 3/29/21