Fowlers Hollow State Park RV & Campground Guide
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Between 1900 and 1905, lumber companies clear cut the area on which Fowlers Hollow State Park now stands. There was never a permanent mill there, but rather the companies just "cut and run." During that time, there was also a thriving narrow-gauge railroad from New Germantown, but that railroad is gone, too. Today, the park is also a hub for the hiking trails in the nearby Tuscarora State Forest. Unlike many of the state parks throughout the Middle Atlantic and New England states, the park itself wasn't built by the Civilian Conservation Corps but rather the Works Progress Administration.
Spring 48-70 F
Summer 73-82 F
Fall 52-63 F
Winter 20-39 F
RV Resorts & Campsites in Fowlers Hollow State Park
The campground in Fowlers Hollow State Park has just 12 RV campsites, but they each have electric hookups. Each campsite has a picnic table and a fire ring, and the campground has restrooms, communal potable water, and a dump station. The eastern part of the campground has an open field for athletics. Most of the electric connections in the campground are 30-amp, but if you're the host, then you have access to a 50-amp connection. The maximum RV length at the Fowlers Hollow State Park campground is between 40 and 50 feet, depending on the site.
What to Do at
Fowlers Hollow State Park
Break out your fishing rod for both Shultz Creek and Fowler Hollow Run, or set up your telescope for nighttime viewing. To the east of the campground, you can ride horses along the applicable trails. If you hunt, then you may do so in the designated areas in the adjoining Tuscarora State Forest.
Hiking
Within Fowlers Hollow State Park itself, there are two moderately difficult hiking trails. The first is the Fowlers Hollow Trail, which is 2.5 miles long and climbs a bit more than 200 feet. The other is the Couch Trail, which is 7.6 miles long and climbs almost 1,600 feet. There are other trails nearby in the Tuscarora State Forest. All of these trails are good for cross-country skiing during the winter time.
Stargazing
Fowlers Hollow State Park offers Class-4 stargazing on the Bortle Scale. That indicates a grayish sky instead of pure black, and there will be domes of light on the horizon from Harrisburg and other nearby cities. Still, with the right darkening filters for your telescope, you'll still be able to pick out the brighter constellations and nebulae.
Flora and Fauna
Warblers, flycatchers, and redstarts are just a few of the songbirds that you can spot while in Fowlers Hollow State Park. Deer and wild turkey populate the forest, and by the creeks, you'll see toads, frogs, salamanders, and turtles. The plants consist of hardwood trees and numerous wildflowers, which include northern spicebush, garlic mustard, and white snakeroot.
Fishing
Both the nearby creeks are stocked with trout every year by the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. Most of the time, you will be able to catch brook trout, but you will also occasionally be able to catch brown trout and, rarely, rainbow trout.
How to Get to
Fowlers Hollow State Park
Proceed to Harrisburg. From there, take Route 15 north until you reach Route 274. Drive west on Route 274 to New Germantown. In New Germantown, take Lower Buck Ridge Road south. When you reach Fowler Hollow Road, continue south-southwest thereon, which will take you to Fowlers Hollow State Park.
Entering Fowlers Hollow State Park
The park is secluded, and the entrance is off of a remote county road, so if you wanted to bike or walk in, then it would be safe to do so. Parts of the park and campground are accessible, but you should contact the staff ahead of time to verify. The park is open every day from sunrise to sunset. The day-use areas of the park and campground close at dusk. There are two parking lots. One is in the campground, and the other, which is for visitors with horse trailers, is to the east.
Fowlers Hollow State Park Entry Fee : $0.0
Frequently Asked Questions About Fowlers Hollow State Park
Any season is good to visit as they all have something to offer. In the spring, the birds are returning from their southern roosts, and the flowers are in bloom. During the summer, the fishing is at its peak, and the temperatures are mild for hiking. Fall brings the multicolored foliage, and winter is for the Nordic skiers and snowshoers.
Birds populate the trees while deer, wild turkeys, and smaller animals meander through the park on the ground.
Yes, there are 12 RV-specific campsites.
Yes, you should have a reservation, which you can make online. The cost for an RV campsite is $17 per night.
Pets are permitted, but there are specific regulations regarding your pets. You must keep your pet on a leash no more than six feet in length. You must also clean up after your furry family member.