Gifford Pinchot

Gifford Pinchot SP https://www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateParks/FindAPark/GiffordPinchotStatePark/Pages/default.aspx https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gifford_Pinchot_State_Park Gifford Pinchot State Park is located in northern York County, Pennsylvania, on the site of farm fields and wooded hillsides. The central 340-acre (140 ha) Pinchot Lake is an important recreation site featuring a designated swim area on an artificial beach, boat launch with rentals and tours, and prime bass fishing. Surrounding the lake are campsites that accommodate tents and trailers, as well as yurts and cabins. Two 18-hole disc golf courses and volleyball courts are nearby the picnic areas for day use. There are several trails that pass through the park, including the Mason-Dixon Trail.

Gifford Pinchot Gifford Pinchot State Park A Pennsylvania Recreational Guide for TOP 10 ACTIVITIES 1. Take a swim and cool off at Quaker Race Beach. Pennsylvania State Parks Mission 2. Stay the night in a modern cabin, featuring a full kitchen, modern restroom, and bedrooms. The primary purpose of Pennsylvania state parks is to provide opportunities for enjoying healthful outdoor recreation and serve as 3. Experience the fun of flat-water kayaking, canoeing, or paddleboarding on Pinchot Lake. outdoor classrooms for environmental education. In meeting these purposes, the conservation of the natural, scenic, aesthetic, and 4. Enjoy a round of disc golf with friends or family at one of the two 18-hole courses. historical values of parks should be given first consideration. Stewardship responsibilities should be carried out in a way that 5. No tent, no trailer? No problem! Enjoy a stay in one of the yurts or camping cottages with a scenic view of the lake. protects the natural outdoor experience for the enjoyment of current and future generations. visitPAparks Printed on recycled paper The 2,338-acre Gifford Pinchot State Park is in northern York County along PA 177 between the towns of Rossville and Lewisberry. The park consists of reverted farm fields and wooded hillsides surrounding the 340-acre Pinchot Lake, which serves as the prime attraction. Directions GPS DD: Lat. 40.087 Long. -76.888 The park is near the metropolitan areas of York and Harrisburg. From Harrisburg, take the Lewisberry Exit (35) of I-83 south, then PA 177 south; or by US 15 south to Dillsburg, then to PA 74 south. From York, take the Newberrytown Exit (32) of I-83 north, then PA 382 west to PA 177 south. Or take PA 74 north. Reservations CABINS: Ten modern cabins can be rented year round. Cabins are furnished and have a living area, kitchen/dining area, toilet/shower room, and two or three bedrooms. Renters provide their own bed linens, bathroom articles, kitchenware, eating utensils, coffee maker, and toaster. One cabin is ADA accessible. Cabin occupants may moor their boats during their stay at nearby Boat Mooring #2. Spend the Day BOATING: electric motors only The 340-acre Pinchot Lake has three launch areas available 24 hours a day for fishing and boating activities. There are 286 shoreline mooring and canoe rack spaces that may be rented from April 1 to October 31. Mooring areas include a number of larger spaces designed to accommodate day-sailers and catamarans, while rack spaces accommodate canoes, kayaks, and small sailboats. There are several types of boats and electric trolling motors for rent at the boat rental from late spring through early autumn. Motorboats must display a boat registration from any state. Non-powered boats must display one of the following: boat registration from any state; launch permit or mooring permit from Pennsylvania State Parks, available at most state park offices; launch use permit from the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission. HUNTING AND FIREARMS: About 1,780 acres are open to hunting, trapping, and the training of dogs. Common game species are deer, rabbits, squirrels, and waterfowl. Special regulations apply to all hunting in the park. Until November 1, only archery equipment may be used. From November 1 to the end of flintlock deer season, shotguns and muzzleloading long guns may be used. Hunting with centerfire rifles and handguns is prohibited. Hunters should be especially alert for other park visitors who may not be familiar with hunting and also for safety zones near park buildings and private residences in and around the park. Hunters should observe and obey all signs posting areas open to hunting, closed to hunting, and designated safety zones. Detailed information about hunting and trapping in the park is available at the park office. Hunting woodchucks, also known as groundhogs, is prohibited. Dog training is only permitted from the day following Labor Day through 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 ADA accessible hunting information. 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. SWIMMING: A large, ADA accessible beach in the Quaker Race Day Use Area is open from late May to mid-September, 8:00 AM to sunset. Swim at your own risk. Please read and follow posted rules. Boa

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 th

Lodging Rules Gifford Pinchot State Park Ten modern cabins are available for rent year round. Cabins sleep six in two bedrooms, or sleep eight in three bedrooms. The master bedroom has a double bed and additional bedrooms have single bunk beds. Each cabin features a living room (couch, chair, end tables, and lamps), a kitchen (dining table, sink, refrigerator, stove/ oven, and microwave), a bathroom (shower, toilet, and sink), as well as an outdoor fire ring and picnic table. Waterfront yurts and camping cottages are available for rent in the campground, from mid-April to late October. Each unit sleeps 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. When renting any overnight facility, guests should bring sheets, bedding, and pillows; all cooking, serving, and eating utensils; coffee pot; toaster; toiletries; towels; containers to carry water; and dishpans. Tents, camping trailers, and RVs are not permitted. 0,1,080/MAXIMUM67$<: Yurts and modern cabins have a two-night minimum and a 14-night maximum stay in the non-peak season. In the summer peak season, only weekly rentals (Friday to Friday) are available. The summer peak season rental period is the second Friday in June to the day before the third Friday in August. Camping cottages have a two-night minimum stay. They have a 14-night maximum stay in the summer peak season and a 21-night maximum stay in the non-peak season. RESERVATIONS: Lodging in Pennsylvania state parks can be reserved 11 months to three days before the day of arrival. If it is two days or less before the arrival date, call the state park to inquire about availability. For reservations, visit the Pennsylvania State Parks Reservation Center at http://pennsylvaniastateparks.reserveamerica.com, or call 888-PA-PARKS (888-727-2757), Monday through Saturday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. 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. CANCELLATIONS AND CHANGES: 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. CHECK-IN: Check-in time is 3:00 PM. Check the reservation confirmation for details. CHECK-OUT: Lodging must be vacated by 10:00 AM. After cleaning the facility, disposing of trash, and removing personal property, return keys and paperwork to the park office. Lodging Gifford Pinchot State Park ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES: Alcoholic beverages are prohibited in all Pennsylvania state parks. PETS: Willow Camping Cottage is the only lodging at the park that permits dogs. Only two dogs are permitted at the cottage at any time. Outside the cottage, all pet rules and guidelines apply. Please contact the park office for pet guidelines. Guide dogs and service dogs are not considered pets. Pets are prohibited in swimming areas, buildings, non-pet areas, and all overnight facilities not participating in the pet program. ),5(6Fires are only permitted in fire rings, grills, and fireplaces. Fires must be attended at all times and extinguished before leaving the area. Firewood is not provided, but sold locally. Cutting live or standings trees and the operation of chainsaws are prohibited. +$1':$6+,1*$1'',6+:$6+,1*Washing is permitted only at appropriate facilities. Dishwashing facilities are outside of the restroom buildings. Washing is prohibited at water spigots, hand pumps, springs, lakes, and streams. QUIET HOURS: Campers must not disturb the sleep of others between 9:00 PM and 8:00 AM. 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. This publication text is available in alternative formats. If you need an accommodation to participat