Raccoon Creek State Park

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Raccoon Creek State Park

We are the official page for Raccoon Creek State Park and the Wildflower Reserve Interpretive Center, PA Bureau of State Parks.

Raccoon Creek State Park is one of Pennsylvania’s largest and most visited state parks. It began as a Recreational Demonstration Area operated by the National Park Service in the 1930s during the Cilvilian Conservation Corps (CCC) era. The park encompasses 7,572 arces and features the beautiful 101-acre Raccoon Lake, the famous Wildflower Reserve, the historic Frankfort Mineral Spring, cabins, campgrounds, and 44 miles of scenic trails. Facilities are a mix of modern and rustic with group camps from the CCC era. Read the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s full Social Media Policy: https://www.pa.gov/social-media-policy-and-disclaimer.

09/12/2026

Creek Critters for Girls Scouts (Registration Required)
Saturday, September 19, 2026: 10am to 12pm
Calling all Girl Scouts and their parents! Discover the amazing array of life that lives in Raccoon Creek. Scouts will identify aquatic critters and help us to determine water quality. There is a 0.75-mile hike to creek and one hill to traverse. Registration Required. **Meeting location will be emailed to registered attendees one week before program.** Free program. To register, visit https://eventsreg.dcnr.pa.gov/register/create/53587593267496

09/11/2026

Waterfall at the Frankfort Mineral Springs Area. Thank you, Paul Shuleski, for sharing this picture with us.

09/10/2026

Moth Night 2026. Which moth is your favorite?

09/04/2026

Owls of Raccoon Creek State Park
Stop by the Wildflower Reserve Interpretive Center on Saturday, September 5th at 1PM to learn about the owls that call Raccoon Creek State Park home. This short 30-minute program will teach you about these unique nighttime hunters and some of their amazing abilities. The Wildflower Reserve Interpretive Center is located at the eastern end of Raccoon Creek State Park along US 30. Address is 482 US 30 Clinton, PA 15026.

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09/03/2026

As of today, 9/3/26, the beach at Raccoon Creek has re-opened for swimming. The food concession will be open Friday through Monday for the holiday weekend. Stop by for some ice cream, cold drinks or one of their many hot food items this Labor Day weekend!

08/21/2026

B.A.R.K Ranger (Dog-friendly Hike) on August 29 and September 5. To register, visit our website at https://eventsreg.dcnr.pa.gov/register/create/53534013100749

08/12/2026

Wild Teas
Saturday, August 15, 2026 1pm to 2:30pm
Meeting at the Wildflower Reserve Interpretive Center 482 US 30 Clinton, PA 15026
For centuries, people have gathered local plants and infused them with hot water to make beverages. During this indoor program, attendees will learn about local plants used historically to make drinks like tea with a focus on local plants. Free Program. No pets permitted.

08/02/2026

Thank you to our DCNR Rangers, who work to protect our natural resources and the people who enjoy them.

You act as law enforcement officers, first responders, environmental protectors, safety enforcers, and educators, and we are so proud of you!

Address

3000 PA-18
Hookstown, PA
15050

Telephone

(724) 899-2200

Website

https://www.pa.gov/RaccoonCreekStatePark

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