Prince Gallitzin State Park RV & Campground Guide
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Prince Gallitzin State Park sits on 6,249 acres of pristine forested hills in the Allegheny Plateau of west-central Pennsylvania. Glendale Lake provides boundless recreation with 26 miles of shoreline. Throughout the year, visitors enjoy summer and winter recreation and educational programs through hands-on learning, guided walks and other programs. The park is home to many plant and animal species and gives guests a stunning view of true nature. Be sure to check the calendar of events during your visit to get the most out of your trip.
Spring 46-70 F
Summer 78-82 F
Fall 61-80 F
Winter 33-39 F
RV Resorts & Campsites in Prince Gallitzin State Park
Crooked Run Campground in Prince Gallitzin State Park features 398 sites for tent and trailer camping. Some campsites have full hookups with sewer, water and electricity while others have electricity only or no electricity. Inside the campground, you'll find a camp store with firewood, ice, food and other supplies. There are also coin-operated laundry machines. The campground has warm showers and flush toilets for modern convenience. Overnight guests may enjoy the swimming beach and playground. A sanitary dump station is available for campers.
What to Do at
Prince Gallitzin State Park
Recreational programs are offered throughout the year at Prince Gallitzin State Park and include boat tours of the lake, nature hikes, bird-watching and campfire programs. Guests enjoy endless recreation on Lake Glendale by boating, fishing and swimming. Hiking, biking and horseback riding are great ways to explore the park and get some exercise.
Fishing
Glendale Lake is 1,635 acres with 26 miles of shoreline. Common fish species reeled in by anglers include bass, pike, muskellunge, crappie, bluegill and perch. Guests may fish from a boat, the shore or one of several fishing piers on the lake. Ice fishing is popular in the winter when the lake freezes.
Geocaching
The 2-mile trail that loops around Crooked Run Campground contains 10 geocaches. Elsewhere throughout the park, there are 15 caches. Be sure to pack good shoes and GPS and stop to explore the area while hunting.
Nature Watching
Several areas throughout the park offer amazing views for bird-watching. Near the wetlands, you'll find ducks, herons and rails. Migratory waterfowl swoop through in the spring and fall. The forests and fields offer multitudes of songbirds and butterflies. Print out the Bird Checklist before your visit and see how many you can spot.
Flora and Fauna
This large park contains many types of habitats, including wetlands, forests, meadows and fields. White-tailed deer, opossums, raccoons and squirrels are plentiful in the park. Songbirds and waterfowl are also found in large numbers.
Hiking
Prince Gallitzin State Park hosts 32.65 miles of trails, many of which are shared between hiking, horseback riding, bicycling, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and snowshoeing. One of the easiest trails is Deer Trail, which is just 0.7 miles long. Bollinger Trail is the longest and one of the most challenging trails, winding over 4.1 miles.
Boating
Boating is hugely popular on Glendale Lake. Nine public boat launching areas sit around the shore. Marina slips are available at the Beaver Valley and Prince Gallitzin Marinas. Prince Gallitzin Marina also has boat concessions, clothing, food, drinks, boating supplies, fishing bait and souvenirs. The marina also provides fuel, emergency towing and modern restrooms.
Swimming
Muskrat Beach gives guests a place to cool off and splash around during the hot summer months. The beach includes modern bathhouses, dressing rooms, a large picnic area, disc golf and volleyball courts. Campground Beach in the Maple Loop of Crooked Run Campground provides registered campers with a designated swimming area.
Biking
Bicycles are allowed on all paved surfaces within the park as well as on some multi-use trails shared with hikers and horseback riders.
How to Get to
Prince Gallitzin State Park
To reach the park office, you'll want to enter from Marina Road. From Altoona, take Highway 36 north to Asheville. At Asheville, turn left onto Highway 53 to Marina Road. Follow Marina Road to the west until you reach the main entrance to the park.
Entering Prince Gallitzin State Park
Prince Gallitzin State Park is open from sunrise to sunset every day of the year. There is ample parking spread out throughout the park, including lots near all the boat launches, at the marina and near the beach. Many of the parking lots and facilities are ADA-accessible.
Prince Gallitzin State Park Entry Fee : $0.0
Frequently Asked Questions About Prince Gallitzin State Park
The comfortable temperatures from late spring through early fall provide guests with the best time to hike, bike, boat and fish. However, there are many activities to enjoy during the cold winter months as well, including ice fishing, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling.
White-tailed deer, squirrels, opossums, raccoons and dozens of species of songbirds and waterfowl are found at Prince Gallitzin State Park.
The campgrounds at Prince Gallitzin State Park hold 53 full hookup sites, 165 modern electric sites and 173 modern nonelectric sites for RV, trailer and tent camping.
A reservation is required before occupying a campsite. Reservations may be made online or by phone up to 11 months in advance. Guests may also reserve a spot through the park office if one is available upon arrival. The nightly fee starts at $22 for nonelectric sites , $29 for electric sites and $40 for sites with full hookups.
Pets are welcome at the park so long as they are leashed, controlled and supervised at all times.