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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Explore old-growth forests and the Clarion River as the trail passes through the Clear Creek State Forest and Cook Forest State Park.

Kayaks, canoes, tubes, and river rafts on the Clarion River on River Road. Restrooms, changing rooms, cabins, gift shop, and cafe.

Parker's Indian Trading Post, established in the mid 1950’s, renovated in 2022 and is a Cook Forest tradition. Please stop and browse through our cabin décor, gifts, souvenirs, and rock shop.

Rubies, garnets, emeralds, sapphires, crystals, fool's gold, peridots, amethysts, fossils, arrowheads. Rock/gift shop, groups welcome. Check us out on Facebook.

Unique and hard to find primitives, home decor, candles, soaps, candies, fudge, and of course, all things pickle. Route 36 1 mile South of Cook Forest.

Family fun in a quiet setting on the banks of the Clarion River. Sleeps 12 with two baths, four bedrooms, large kitchen, grill, and fire pit.

Cozy, family-friendly three-bedroom cabin with all the comforts of home. Located in the heart of Cook Forest.

River Otter Cabin by Sweet Forest Breeze: Escape to tranquility on the Clarion River.  Cozy cabin retreat with nature's charm.  Book now for a serene riverside getaway.

Has a million-dollar view, complete with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, custom kitchen, cozy living room, fire ring and a deck with a view that will never disappoint.

Beautiful riverfront furnished cottage with plenty of wildlife to enjoy. Large yard and covered porch with swing, fireplace, and central A/C and heat. On the Clarion River.  

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