Pymatuning

Pymatuning SP https://www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateParks/FindAPark/PymatuningStatePark/Pages/default.aspx https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pymatuning_State_Park_(Pennsylvania) Pymatuning State Park is located in Conneaut, North Shenango, Pine, Sadsbury, South Shenango, West Fallowfield and West Shenango Townships, Crawford County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. The park contains the 17,088 acres (6,915 ha) of Pymatuning Lake, three-quarters of which is in Pennsylvania and one-quarter of which is in Ohio. The lake provides fishing and boating year round. There are two natural areas, Clark Island (161 acres (65 ha)) and Blackjack (725 acres (293 ha)) in the park. The northern access for Pymatuning State Park can be reached from U.S. Route 6 and the southern access is reached from U.S. Route 322.

Pymatuning Pymatuning State Park A Pennsylvania Recreational Guide for WELCOME Top 10 Activities to do at Pymatuning Pennsylvania State Parks Mission 1. Watch for eagles at Wilson Launch. The primary purpose of Pennsylvania state parks is to provide 2. Catch a walleye or a crappie from one of the many developed shoreline fishing areas. opportunities for enjoying healthful outdoor recreation and serve as 3. Take a kayak or canoe trip on the Shenango River. outdoor classrooms for environmental education. In meeting these purposes, the conservation of the natural, scenic, aesthetic and 4. Feed the carp at the Spillway. historical values of parks should be given first consideration. 5. Rent a pontoon boat at Jamestown, Espyville or Linesville marinas. Stewardship responsibilities should be carried out in a way that protects the natural outdoor experience for the enjoyment of current 6. Explore the history of the swamp, reservoir and dam at the Gatehouse. 7. Spend a weekend at the Jamestown or Linesville campground. 8. Visit the Fish and Boat Commission’s Linesville Fish Hatchery and the Game Commission’s Wildlife Learning Center. 9. Watch the sunset from the Spillway Trail. 10. Stay the night in a modern cabin. and future generations. Printed on recycled paper PYMATUNING STATE PARK Pymatuning State Park is big in many ways. At 16,892 acres it is one of the largest Pennsylvania state parks, while the 17,088acre Pymatuning Reservoir is the largest lake in the Commonwealth. Pymatuning is among the most visited state parks in Pennsylvania. But the biggest thing about the park is the fun you can have boating, fishing, swimming, camping and enjoying other recreational opportunities. 2014 SPILLWAY AREA Reservations Directions Make online reservations at www.visitPAparks.com or call toll-free 888-PA-PARKS (888-727-2757), 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Saturday, for state park information and reservations. The south shore of the park, including Jamestown Campground, boat launch, beach, cabins, picnic areas, group tenting and the park office, can be reached from US 322. The north shore of the park, including Linesville Campground, beach, picnic areas, boat launch, marina and cabins can be reached from US 6. The east shore of the park, Tuttle Point, beach, picnic areas, boat launches and Espyville Marina can be reached from PA 285. The Spillway: The Spillway located near Linesville has attracted visitors even before construction was completed. Carp that were in the Shenango River began gathering at the spillway to capture natural food that was being washed over the bowl. Over time, tourists began feeding bread to the carp and ducks that gathered there. Today, over 300,000 yearly visitors make this one of their vacation stops. The tradition of feeding fish at the spillway is a unique exception to DCNR’s “No Feeding Wildlife” policy. Wildlife, including geese, have been attracted to this spillway bowl since it was constructed in 1934. The flow of water over the bowl provides a smorgasbord of plant material, insect larvae, crayfish and other invertebrates for waterfowl and fish to eat. In the 1930s, it was common to feed wildlife at parks and the spillway was no exception. Roadside vendors began to provide bread to feed the fish. As word of this unique area spread, it quickly became a popular tourist attraction. DCNR allows fish-feeding at the spillway because of its cultural and historical value. Feeding wildlife may provide a few minutes of entertainment, but it can lead to serious problems for both humans and wildlife. HISTORY Follow posted rules and regulations and remember these important principles: • Do not feed wildlife anywhere in the park with the unique exception of fish-feeding at the spillway. • When feeding fish at the spillway, use the traditional bread or pellets, which target fish instead of ducks and geese. Do not feed fish other foods such as chips, popcorn or pastries. • Keep areas clean of food and litter. PA Game Commission Wildlife Learning Center: The center houses offices for the waterfowl management area and for the land management area that includes Game Land 214. It also has a visitor center with exhibits focused on native wildlife. There is a paved interpretive walking trail that showcases the forest, lake and old farm habitats that are common at Pymatuning. PA Fish & Boat Commission Hatchery: Originally constructed in 1939, the Linesville Fish Culture Station (hatchery) is situated on 97 developed acres of land managed by the Fish and Boat Commission. The facility consists of earthen ponds, exterior concrete raceways, a hatchery building that contains interior stainless steel and concrete raceways, and jar and vertical flow through tray egg incubators. The hatchery building has a visitor center showing the operation of the hatchery and exploring the fish, reptiles and amphibians of Pennsylvania including a twostory aquarium featuring live Pymatuning Lake fish. REC

Pymatuning State Park In the northern part of Pymatuning State Park, Linesville Campground is pet-friendly with modern campsites (electric, non-electric, and full-hookup), a sanitary dump station, ADA accessible campsites, and a modern restroom with warm showers. A boat launch, fish cleaning station, and coinoperated laundry facilities are nearby. CAMPING SEASON: This campground opens the second Friday in April and closes the last Sunday in October. RESERVING A SITE: 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, or personal, traveler’s, and cashier’s checks, or a Pennsylvania State Parks Gift Card. To receive a confirmed reservation, full payment must be received by the Bureau within ten days of making the reservation. For reservations visit www.visitPAparks.com, or call 888-PA-PARKS (888-727-2757), Monday to Saturday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM except on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day. 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, check the site availability listing, and then proceed to an available site. 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 calling the Pennsylvania State Parks Reservation Center at 888-PA-PARKS (888-727-2757) Monday through Saturday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, EST, or by visiting the website at: http://pennsylvaniastateparks.reserveamerica.com. 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 noted above. Campground Rules 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 designated campsites in this campground. No more than two, non-caged pets are allowed to stay on any one campsite. Please contact the park office or contact station for a full list of guidelines for pets. Pets are prohibited in swimming areas 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. MAXIMUM NUMBER OF PEOPLE PER SITE: Site occupancy is limited to one family unit (persons living under one household) or one non-family unit limited to five persons per site. MOTOR VEHICLES: Only one car per campsite is allowed unless otherwise posted. Park only in designated areas. VISITORS: Visitors are welcome on campsites from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM. MAXIMUM CAMPING PERIOD: Campers may stay in a state park campground for up to 14 consecutive nights from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Campers may camp for 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 Pymatuning State Park Linesville Campground • 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 time and extinguished before leaving a campsite. Properly dispose of hot coals. • Firewood is not provided. Cutting live or standings trees and the operation of chainsaws are prohibited. • Firewood Advisory: Firewood m

Pymantuning State Park On the south end of the Pymatuning Reservoir, Jamestown Campground has modern campsites (electric, non-electric, full-hookup, pull-thru, and pet-friendly) with a sanitary dump station, ADA accessible campsites, and modern restrooms with warm showers. A boat launch, beach, camp store, amphitheater, playground, fish cleaning station, and coinoperated laundry facilities are nearby. CAMPING SEASON: This campground opens the second Friday in April and closes the last Sunday in October. RESERVING A SITE: 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, or personal, traveler’s, and cashier’s checks, or a Pennsylvania State Parks Gift Card. To receive a confirmed reservation, full payment must be received by the Bureau within ten days of making the reservation. For reservations visit www.visitPAparks.com, or call 888-PA-PARKS (888-727-2757), Monday to Saturday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM except on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day. 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, check the site availability listing, and then proceed to an available site. 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 calling the Pennsylvania State Parks Reservation Center at 888-PA-PARKS (888-727-2757) Monday through Saturday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, EST, or by visiting the website at: http://pennsylvaniastateparks.reserveamerica.com. 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 noted above. Campground Rules 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 designated campsites in this campground. No more than two, non-caged pets are allowed to stay on any one campsite. Please contact the park office or contact station for a full list of guidelines for pets. Pets are prohibited in swimming areas 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. MAXIMUM NUMBER OF PEOPLE PER SITE: Site occupancy is limited to one family unit (persons living under one household) or one non-family unit limited to five persons per site. MOTOR VEHICLES: Only one car per campsite is allowed unless otherwise posted. Park only in designated areas. VISITORS: Visitors are welcome on campsites from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM. MAXIMUM CAMPING PERIOD: Campers may stay in a state park campground for up to 14 consecutive nights from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Campers may camp for 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 Pymatuning State Park Jamestown Campground • 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 time and extinguished before leaving a campsite. Properly dispose of hot coals. • Firewood is not provided. Cutting live or standings trees and the operation of cha

PYMATUNING STATE PARK CABINS PYMATUNING STATE PARK Park Office 2660 Williamsfield Road Jamestown, PA 16134 724-932-3142 Linesville Linesville 6 Beach Andover Rd. OHIO PENN. Bedroom N Make online reservations at www.visitPAparks.com or call toll-free 888-PA-PARKS (888-727-2757). “Great” Room “Cathedral”-Type Ceiling 322 Beach Jamestown 18 Park Office 2-bedroom Modern Cabin Floor Plan (Sleeps 6) Jamestown Cabins Jamestown 58 To Beach 18 322 Rd. Church Kitchen To I-79 Exit 147, Meadville Ha n tow rts Bath 18 Conneaut Lake 285 6 Bedroom 618 6 To 58 Greenville Linesville Cabins 1 25 2 24 3 Pymatuning Lake 4 23 20 Cabin Courtesy Dock 5 22 8 6 L 21 7 To Linesville Campground, Linesville Beach 9 Pymatuning Lake 10 Ro ad LEGEND Modern Cabin ke 15 13 11 es W t La (Sleeps 6) Modern Cabin 12 14 J 18 Tra i l Lo g 17 bin Ca (Sleeps 8) Parking Dog Permitted Path or Trail J Jamestown GPS DD: Lat. 41.51712 Long. -80.50000 L Linesville GPS DD: Lat. 41.66096 Long. -80.46425 To PA 322 200 0 200 Fishing Pier ADA Accessible N 16 19 Laundry 400 FEET Both maps are shown at the same scale. Rev. 1/18 Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Bureau of State Parks Cabin Survey Park Name Pymatuning State Park Cabin # Dates of Stay It is the goal of Pennsylvania State Parks to provide quality facilities, services, and enjoyable recreation for all that visit the parks. Please take a moment to fill out this comment card so we know how well our cabins and services met your expectations. After you have completed this information, leave it in the cabin or drop it off at the park office. We sincerely appreciate your comments and hope to see you again soon. 1. Registration Excellent A B C D E Poor F Application Process ............................................ Registration At Park............................................. Friendliness/Courtesy.......................................... Checkout ............................................................. 2. Your Cabin Cleanliness ........................................................... Furniture ................................................................ Appliances ........................................................... 3. Bathroom Cleanliness ................................................. 4. Was everything in working order? ........................... Yes No If not, please comment: 5. What, if anything, could we do to enhance your next stay? 888-PA-PARKS www.visitPAparks.com SERVICE— PARTNERSHIP—STEWARDSHIP 8/2017