Please bring your binoculars and meet at the Fire Tower Parking Lot for an historical interpretive tour of the Fire Tower and Seneca Point by DCNR Conservation Volunteer, Greg Burns. Learn about local logging history, observe Indian sign, and take a breathtaking view from the top of the Fire Tower.
Join the Friends of Cook Forest at the Log Cabin Inn Environmental Learning Classroom where we’ll shuttle to hike on a loop of the Old Logging Road and the Rhododendron Trails. We’ll discuss characteristics of Old Growth Forest and tree identification as we walk through this ancient forest. People friendly leashed pets welcome!
Please bring your mask & snorkels to the River Cabin playground to search the river for aquatic insects and fish. This is a great opportunity to see fish and bugs up close and undisturbed in their natural habitat. It’s a totally different world down there. Children must be with a participating adult. Be prepared to car pool to other areas along the river.
“Discovering Unique Attributes of Our Local Creeks.” Leave promptly at the Park Office to carpool potentially dozens of miles along the Clarion and Allegheny River watersheds. Long, difficult hikes will be taken through often steep, muddy, weedy off-trail terrain into some of these hard to reach places. Things to possibly see along the way include huge conglomerate boulders, scenic vistas, rock outcrops and seldom seen herps. Participants must be in excellent physical shape to attempt this program. Bring good hiking boots, walking stick, lunch and plenty of water.
Aug.16,2026 https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/event/womens-hiking-series Come Nurture your Mental and Physical health during a Sunday evening hike. We will meet at the Ridge Camp Pavilion, in Cook Forest State Park. (Across from the entrance to the Firepower on Rt. 36) Moderate Level Hiking with some rough terrain and a few hills (Not a paved level path). Approximately 2 hours long. Open to all women ages 14 and up. Dogs on a leash. Rain or Shine! Weather permitting and pending interest of the group, we will branch off into two groups. One group will venture onto a more rigorous path while the other group will continue on a path to relax and enjoy being in nature. For more information please contact Meredith at: reinhartmeredith24@gmail.com or (814) 319-4621
Celebrate the long Labor Day weekend with a relaxing getaway to Gateway Lodge in Cook Forest, Pennsylvania. Our Labor Day Bed & Brew package combines comfort, local flavor, and outdoor adventure. It’s perfect for couples or anyone looking to unwind with craft beer and nature. Your stay includes two nights in one of our Fireside Suites, each featuring a cozy gas fireplace and jetted tub. Start your mornings with a locally sourced breakfast delivered right to your door, and spend your days exploring one of the most scenic areas in the Pennsylvania Wilds. On Saturday evening, enjoy a three-course dinner prepared from scratch using seasonal ingredients. Each course is thoughtfully paired with craft beer selections from Pennsylvania’s top regional breweries. During dinner, relax to the sounds of live jazz performed by a talented local musician. It’s an evening that celebrates the best of community, cuisine, and creativity.BeerGlass
