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The spotted lanternfly is an invasive insect that poses a serious threat to Pennsylvania’s resources, businesses, and economy. To date, our park does NOT have these pests. Help us stay lanternfly free and stop the spread. Visit the Penn State Extension’s Spotted Lanternfly website to learn how to identify it, report it, and inspect your vehicle or gear when traveling to and from the quarantine zone.ATV and UTV use on Casanova Road: As of 5/16/20 ATV and UTV use is permitted on Casanova Road ending at the intersection of Route 504 and Casanova Road. Please note that ATVs and UTVs are NOT permitted inside the campground, cabin area, or on any other roads or parking lots that are not specifically designated for ATV/UTV use. Thank you. Black Moshannon State ParkBlack Moshannon State Park covers 3,394 acres of forests and wetlands and conserves unique, natural environments. More than 43,000 acres of the Moshannon State Forest surround the park and help create a remote and wild setting that provides recreational opportunities in all seasons.According to local tradition, American Indians called this watershed “Moss-Hanne,” meaning “moose stream,” thus the origin of the park’s name. Appropriately, the “black” in the park name describes the tea-colored waters. The 250-acre Black Moshannon Lake is fed by clear springs and small streams which flow through the bogs that stretch in most directions from its shores.As the clear water flows through sphagnum moss and other wetland plants, it becomes colored by plant tannins. In a sense, the bog vegetation acts like a giant teabag to color the water.Seasons and HoursThe park is open every day of the year, sunrise to sunset. Day use areas close at dusk. The park office is open specific hours. The beach, overnight areas, and other areas are open specific seasons and hours. Contact the park office for facility seasons and hours.ReservationsMake online reservationsOpens In A New Window or call toll-free 888-PA-PARKS (888-727-2757), from 7:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., Monday to Saturday.   Directions From Northeast: Take I-80 west to Milesburg Exit 158, then Alt. US 220 south for 6 miles. Turn right onto PA 504 west for 12 miles to the park. From Northwest: Take I-80 east to Kylertown Exit 133. Turn left onto PA 53 for 0.8 mile (through traffic light). At the park sign, turn right onto Winburne Road then 9 miles to the park. From Southeast: Take US 322 west to Exit 68 (Greys Woods/Waddle). On the ramp stay right toward Waddle, then continue 6 miles. Bear right onto the ramp for Alt. US 220 north and then travel for 1 mile. Cars and trucks without trailers can turn left onto Steele Hollow Road. RVs and vehicles towing trailers should proceed an additional 4 miles, then turn left at the park sign in village of Julian to take Beaver Road for 8 miles to the park. From Southwest: From Philipsburg, follow US 322 east. Turn left onto PA 504 and travel 8 miles to the park. From South: Take I-99 north to Exit 61 at Port Matilda. Turn right at end of ramp. In 1/2 mile, turn left at traffic light, then 4 miles on Alt. US 220 (Eagle Valley Road). Cars and trucks without trailers can turn left onto Steele Hollow Road. RVs and vehicles towing trailers should proceed an additional 4 miles, then turn left at the park sign in village of Julian to take Beaver Road for 8 miles to park. GPS DD: Lat. 40.9122  Long. -78.05690   Concessions This activity or structure is ADA accessible. An ADA accessible boat rental and an ADA accessible park store and a refreshment stand are open seasonally.Learn, Experience, ConnectFamilies, individuals, schools, and special request groups can participate in the park’s environmental education and recreation programs year round.Bog walks and stream studies provide understanding of aquatic ecosystems, wetlands, and human influences.Program schedules are available at the park office.Electric Vehicle Charging StationA two-plug, electric-vehicle charging station is available for public use in the day use parking area near the Pavilion 3.Please move to another parking space once your vehicle has been charged.Access for People with Disabilities This activity or structure is ADA accessible. If you need an accommodation to participate in park activities due to a disability, please contact the park you plan to visit.In an EmergencyCall 911 and contact a park employee.Directions to the nearest hospital are posted on bulletin boards or at the park office.Nearest Hospital Mount Nittany Medical CenterOpens In A New Window1800 East Park AvenueState College, PA 16803814-231-7000 Directions: From the park office, follow Beaver Road 8 miles. Turn right onto US 220 Alternate south, then right onto PA 322 east to Exit 73 to the Mount Nittany Medical Center. Content Editor ‭[3]‬ Explore Black Moshannon State Park Content Editor ‭[2]‬ Pennsylvania State Parks - Address Contact Us 4216 Beaver RoadPhilipsburg, PA 16866-9519 Phone: 814-342-5960 Manager: Rachel Eckman [email protected] An equal opportunity employer Additional Information Maps History Nearby Attractions Stay Connected   Events Jan 7 1pm Science Saturday-Space Science Participate in science experiments and crafts that relate to the moon, Sun, planets, and galaxies! This program is geared towards ages 7-12, but anyone is welcome to attend. ... Location: Black Moshannon State Park Jan 12 1pm Homeschool Day: Beavers Take a short hike to see a beaver lodge, then try to build a beaver dam. We will then test the beaver dam to see if it will hold back water, while still allowing some to... Location: Black Moshannon State Park Jan 14 11am Photo Scavenger Hunt Bring any type of camera to the park office to get the scavenger hunt list. Take pics of the winter themed items within the park, then return to the park office to get a prize. Location: Black Moshannon State Park Jan 22 1pm Old-Fashioned Skills: Salves Learn how to make salves using simple ingredients. We will make cayenne pepper salve and discuss how to make other types. Recommended for adults only. ***Pre-registration... Location: Black Moshannon State Park Jan 28 10am Fun In The Snow At Black Mo Enjoy a winter day outdoors! Try out ice mini golf and bowling on the lake. Take a hike to look for signs of animals! If there is no snow/no ice, this event will be moved... Location: Black Moshannon State Park News Releases 12/19/2022 DCNR to Celebrate the New Year with First Day Hikes Across Pennsylvania Public Lands 6/23/2022 DCNR Celebrates 2022 Ranger Trainee Graduates at Gifford Pinchot State Park 5/27/2022 Wolf Administration Announces Expansion of Program Supplying Free Sunscreen at State Park Beaches Throughout PA More News State Park Advisories General Firewood Quarantine: Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture has enacted a quarantine order for untreated firewood of any kind coming into the state. Any firewood brought into the state must be kiln dried, heat treated, fumigated, and/or USDA Certified. To protect the high quality and native character of our State Parks from exotic invasive species DCNR highly encourages all visitors to: burn/buy locally cut firewood (within 25 miles) BURN ALL firewood brought from another area. Do not leave it. Do not take it with you. Encourage friends and neighbors not to move firewood. Do not remove firewood from a Spotted Lanternfly Quarantine Area. Contact the PA Department of Agriculture, www.agriculture.pa.gov and search on the keyword Spotted Lantern Fly for current quarantine information. Drone Restrictions: To protect park resources, limit conflict with other park users, and avoid safety and privacy liabilities, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), remotely piloted vehicles (RPV) or unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), all commonly referred to as DRONES, are only permitted on designated flying fields in six remote controlled airfield parks (Beltsville, Benjamin Rush, Hillman, Lackawanna, Prompton, and Tuscarora). The use of drones or other UAS is restricted at all other Bureau of State Parks locations. Governor's Goals Government that WorksProtect clean air, clean water, and public health and conserve working farms, forests, and natural lands. 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