Cook Forest
Discover Cook Forest
Men’s Journal calls Cook Forest State Park “The Best Old-Growth Forest” in America and it is home to some of the tallest trees in northeastern U.S. The picturesque Wild & Scenic Clarion River, the Forest Cathedral of ancient pines, the panoramic view at Seneca Point, and the many events at the Sawmill Center for the Arts make Cook Forest one of the top state parks in the nation. Each June, the sights and sounds of the French Indian War Encampment and battle re-enactments fill the forest. There are many places to stay, restaurants, kayak and canoe rentals, horse stables, and fun things to do in the area surrounding the park.
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Enjoy our wide selection of local wines and craft beers from Clarion River Brewing Company on the banks of the Wild Scenic Clarion River.
21 cabins, cottages, and vacation homes in the heart of Cook Forest adjacent to the Clarion River. Well-furnished including kitchenware, bed linens, fire ring, and charcoal grill.
Delicious Hershey's hand-dipped ice cream, angus burgers, fresh-cut fries, salads, wraps, and more. Along the Clarion River in Cook Forest on River Road. Open April-October.
Beautiful log cabin gift shop along the Clarion River in Cook Forest. Unique decor, ornaments, candles, books, and more. Winter XC ski, skate, and snowshoe rentals.
Our food at Cousin Basils reflects the same philosophy as that of our flagship restaurant, Sweet Basil, with fresh ingredients, great food, and excellent service.
Wildlife Park, hand feed whitetail deer, Buck Barn with more than 100 taxidermy displays, "Big Trucks Big Fun Playground", and gift shop. Group tours available
630 acres public forested acres, laurel and rhododendron thickets, hemlock wetland, rock outcrops, Clarion River frontage for off-trail hiking, wildlife watching, and hunting. Managed by Western Pennsylvania Conservancy.
Restaurant with country cooking and bulk food store. Open Mother's Day-Labor Day, weekends Spring and Fall. Gift shops, ice cream and candy store
Park includes a petting zoo, bear, deer, bobcats, other native and exotic animals. Plus a driving range, three miniature golf courses, and two gift shops.
The ancient Forest Cathedral of towering white pines and hemlocks is designated as a National Natural Landmark and is a short hike on Longfellow Trail from the Log Cabin Environmental Learning Center.
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