Gifford Pinchot State Park
Gifford Pinchot State Park, a 2,338-acre full service park, is in northern York County along PA 177 between the towns of Rossville and Lewisberry. The park consists of reverting farm fields and wooded hillsides with the 340-acre Pinchot Lake serving as a prime attraction.
Open every day of the year, sunrise to sunset. Day-use areas close at dusk. Facility seasons and office hours vary; check the official park page before visiting.
Pennsylvania state parks do not charge an entrance fee. Fees may apply to camping, lodging, rentals, pools, programs, and reservable facilities.
Pets are permitted in designated camping areas and other areas where posted; follow current DCNR pet rules.
Camping is available. See the official park page for campground seasons, site types, reservations, and current restrictions.
Activities
Hiking, Biking, Horseback riding, Fishing, Hunting, Boating, Canoeing and kayaking, Swimming, Cross-country skiing, Disc golf, Wildlife watching, Picnicking, Geocaching
Amenities
Picnic pavilions, Camping, Pet camping, Organized group tenting, Yurts, Cabins, Camping cottages, Dump station, Educational programs, Boat launches, Boat rentals, Swimming beach
Accessibility
Accessible options reported by DCNR for: camping, lodging, picnicking, picnic pavilions, hunting, fishing, educational programming, swimming, sightseeing. Contact the park for current details.
Hunting
Hunting is permitted in designated areas during established seasons. Follow Pennsylvania Game Commission and DCNR regulations.
Rules and important information
Follow all posted Pennsylvania state park rules and site-specific notices. Conditions, closures, and facility availability can change.