Gifford Pinchot

Gifford Pinchot State Park Campground Rules The large tent and trailer camping area at the western end of the lake has modern campsites (electric, non-electric, fullhookup, and pet-friendly) with paved parking pads. ADA campsites are available for people with disabilities. Some campsites near the lake have direct access to the water. The campground has play areas, boat launch, mooring areas, sanitary dump station, restrooms, shower, amphitheater, swimming beach, organized group tenting, camping cottages, and yurts. Waterfront yurts and camping cottages sleep five guests in a single room with a single bunk bed and a double/single bunk bed. Each unit features a dining table, heat, and electric, as well as an outdoor fire ring and picnic table. Additionally, Yurts have a stovetop, refrigerator, and microwave. Camping cottages and yurts do not have running water, but have access to potable water, restrooms, and a shower house nearby. Willow Camping Cottage permits up to two dogs. CAMPING SEASON: The campground opens mid-April and closes late October. RESERVATIONS: Most campsites in Pennsylvania state parks can be reserved 11 months in advance to noon of the day of arrival. Campers without a reservation arriving after noon should check at the contact station or near the campground entrance for instructions. Reservations can be made 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. NOISE: Operation of loudspeakers, music, and electric generators that create excessive noise are prohibited. CAMPSITE ISSUING: Advance reservations are available for almost all campsites. Unreserved sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. If an employee is not available, read posted instructions and check the site availability listing. 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 in the "Reservations" section above. CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT TIME: Check-in time is 3:00 PM. Campsites must be vacated by 3:00 PM. Camping cottages and yurts must be vacated by 10:00 AM. ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES: Alcoholic beverages are prohibited in all Pennsylvania state parks. PETS: Pets are permitted at designated campsites in this campground. Please contact the park office or contact station for guidelines for pets. 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. 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. Modern Camping Gifford Pinchot 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, but can be purchased in the campground. Sales are offered by the Friends of Pinchot State Park and proceeds benefit the park. 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. 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 800 East Camping Area Road Lewisberry, PA 17339 GPS DD: Lat. 40.05883 Long. -76.90116 Campground Office: 717-292-4112 Park Office: 717-432-5011 GiffordPinchotSP@pa.gov Reservations: 888-PA-PARKS dcnr.pa.gov/StateParks ke ad Ro 31 9 320 2 31 Cedar 293 299 300 Hickory Host Dragonfly Firefly Willow Dogs Only 2 28 1 Trail CAMPING SEASON Campground opens mid-April and closes late October. 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Pet Camping East Camping Area Road 200 Rd. 114 Area of Main Map R isle Yurt Carl ill M 74 Rossville 324 325 310 326 309 32 308 7 Pinchot Lake k le Rd. 177 Camping Cottage ADA Accessible R n Ku k Yor Non-electric Site Showers/ Restroom n O ld Full-hookup: Sewer, Water, and Electric Park Office Campground 800 East Camping Area Road Wellsville, PA 17365 717292-4112 717-292-4112 322 3 32 To Dillsburg, US 15 Park Office 2200 Rosstown Road Lewisberry, PA 17339 717-432-5011 177 . A ir y R d. C o ne N Mt GIFFORD PINCHOT STATE PARK CAMPGROUND N 20 20 4 3 20 19 2 20 19 3 1 4 20 1 9 19 0 1 5 9 9 19 6 196 7 81 Ro ad n Ro Electric Site: 20/30 Amp Pinetown Campground Office Electric Site: 20/30/50 Amp To Lewisberry, I-83 Exits 32, 33, 35 ad LEGEND Rev. 5/20