Kettle Creek State Park

Renovo, Pennsylvania

Kettle Creek State Park is a campsite / RV park located in Renovo.

Kettle Creek State Park consists of 1,793 acres along Kettle Creek in western Clinton County. The park is in a valley surrounded by mountainous terrain and wilderness. Many of the existing recreational facilities arose from a joint flood control project developed by the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers and the former Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Resources.

The park is open throughout the winter. The day use area provides access to all trails and activities. Ice Fishing: The 167-acre Kettle Creek Reservoir is stocked with trout for the winter season. Snowmobiles must stay on designated trails and have a current registration.

Park trails connect to many miles of trails in the surrounding Sproul State Forest. Cross-country skiing is permitted throughout the park. The gentle slopes below the park office make for excellent tobogganing/sledding.

Kettle Creek State Park

97 Kettle Creek Park Lane
Renovo, Pennsylvania, 17764-9708 USA

Tel: (570) 923-6004

Tollfree: 888-PA-PARKS

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Camping: modern campsites, some with elec. The park has two camping areas open from early April through deer season in December. Both campgrounds overlook the waterfront and offer scenic views and a quiet setting.

The Lower Campground has 41 sites; 36 sites with electric hookups. The Upper Campground has 27 sites; 12 sites with electric hookups. Both areas have a variety of level, sunny/shaded sites that accommodate tents or trailers. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring. Non-flush toilets and water spigots are nearby. Water and sewer hookups are not available. A trailer sanitary dumping station is in the Lower Campground.

Free Camping for Campground Hosts: two host positions in the modern campgrounds. The campground host site amenities include 50-amp electric service. Hosts are required to assist park personnel for 40 hours per week, which includes a two-week minimum stay. Contact the park office for additional information and availability.

Horseback Riding: An equestrian trail, 22 miles in length, starts at Beaverdam Run and travels through the Sproul State Forest before returning to the trailhead. Overnight camping at the trailhead is by permit only. Contact the park office for information. Trail maps are available at the park office.

Trail Biking: The five-mile trail starts at the day use parking lot and travels onto state forest trails and roads before returning to the park. Trail maps are available at the park office.

Hiking: 2 miles of trails
Novice and experienced hikers will find an abundance of trails in the park area. Short day-hikes are possible on the many park trails. Backpackers can enjoy the 53-mile Donut Hole Trail with an access parking lot across from the Lower Campground. This trail connects onto several other trail systems. Trail maps are available at the park office.

Swimming: A 250-foot sandy beach area is open from late-May to mid-September, 8 a.m. to sunset. Swim at your own risk. Please read and follow posted rules for swimming. The beach is at the northern end of the main reservoir. All children ten years of age or younger must be accompanied by a person at least 14 years of age.

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Sproul State Forest: The 278,000-acre Sproul State Forest surrounds the park. The forest is in western Clinton and northern Centre counties. The multiple-use management system provides forest-based recreational opportunities such as hiking, backpack camping, snowmobiling pleasure driving, and horseback, ATV, and mountain bike riding. All areas of Sproul State Forest are open to hunting and fishing. Camping permits are required before setting up camp on state forest lands. 570-923-6011. Alvin R. Bush Dam: This flood control dam is operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and creates 4.5 miles of natural, scenic shoreline. This is one of four dams in the flood control plan for the West Branch Basin of the Susquehanna River watershed. 570-923-1800. Kettle Creek Vista: Three miles west of the park, this vantage point provides a breathtaking view of the Kettle Creek Valley. Pennsylvania Flaming Foliage Festival: In Renovo, Pa., the second full weekend in October.

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