Due to the risks associated with COVID-19, please use appropriate precautions when traveling and refer to CDC recommendations when visiting the Pennsylvania Wilds.
Covering 3,394 acres of forest and wetlands, Black Moshannon State Park is a conservation and outdoor enthusiast’s paradise with 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, including water recreation, hiking and biking, camping, hunting and fishing, and winter recreation.
The 250-acre Black Moshannon Lake is popular for canoes and kayaks, and has many mooring spaces and boat launch areas. Boat rentals are available in the summer season. Boating Area 1 is ADA accessible. The use of gas powered motors is prohibited. Motorboats must display a current boat registration. Please check with DCNR's state park page and the PA Fish and Boat Commission for regulations. Fishing is popular on the lake.