Codorus State Park
- Status
- Status not postedDaily sunrise – sunset
- Entrance fee
- Not posted
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed
- Camping
- 1 campsitesAlso cabins, yurts, glamping or camper cabins
- Official site
- pa.gov(717) 637-2816
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
Covering about 3,462 acres, Codorus State Park lies in York County, about 4 miles southeast of Hanover.
Things to do include snorkeling and diving, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Its trail network totals roughly 19 miles, according to the park. Water access includes a swimming pool, a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals. Overnight options include 1 campsites, with RV sites with electric hookups and tent sites. There are also cabins, yurts, and camper cabins or similar shelters for rent.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | sunrise – sunset | — |
Official wording
The park is open every day of the year, sunrise to sunset. Day use areas close at dusk. The park office is open specific hours. The pool, overnight areas, and other areas are open specific seasons and hours. Contact the park office for facility seasons and hours.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/New York).
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- ReserveAmerica (Aspira), Pennsylvania State Parks contract
- Phone
- 888-PA-PARKS (888-727-2757)
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
Dogs allowed
Pet-friendly: Designated sites available for a small fee
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camping Season: Mid-April through November 1
Sites: About 180 campsites for tents or RVs (up to 50 ft)
Electric hookups: Available at many sites
Tent-only sites: 15
ADA accessible sites: 7 (with electricity)
Pet-friendly: Designated sites available for a small fee
Amenities:
• Warm showers
• Flush toilets
• Boat launch
• Shoreline mooring
• Sanitary dump station
Stay limits: Maximum 14 consecutive nights between Memorial Day and Labor Day; equipment must be removed for 48 hours before returning | 1 | Electric hookups: Available at many sites ADA accessible sites: 7 (with electricity)Showers | — |
Camping details from the park
Camping
Season: Mid-April through November 1
Sites: About 180 campsites for tents or RVs (up to 50 ft)
Electric hookups: Available at many sites
Tent-only sites: 15
ADA accessible sites: 7 (with electricity)
Pet-friendly: Designated sites available for a small fee
Amenities:
- Warm showers
- Flush toilets
- Boat launch
- Shoreline mooring
- Sanitary dump station
Stay limits: Maximum 14 consecutive nights between Memorial Day and Labor Day; equipment must be removed for 48 hours before returning
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Cabins and lodging
- Glamping at Codorus State Park
- Camping Cottages: 3 units
- Yurts
- Black Rock Lodge
Glamping at Codorus State Park
In partnership with Timberline Glamping, DCNR is bringing glamping to Codorus State Park in 2026. Codorus will have eight sites with a mix of two spacious layouts that accommodate 4-6 guests.
Inside, you’ll find everything you need to feel at home:
- Keurig coffee maker and mini fridge
- Rugs, lamps, diffuser, and cozy décor
- Electrical outlets for all your devices
- Ceiling fan plus full residential-style A/C and heating
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Camping Cottages
Located in the campground, the three cottages sleep five people in single bunks and double/single bunks.
They have:
- Electric heat
- Electric lights and outlets
- Fire ring
- Picnic table
- Wooden floors
- Windows porch
Accessible accommodations are available.
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Yurts
Located in the campground, the round tent features canvas and wooden walls, a wooden deck, and sleeps four to five people in bunk beds.
The yurt has:
- Cooking stove
- Countertop
- Electric heat and outlets
- Fire ring
- Picnic table
- Refrigerator
- Table and chairs
Black Rock Lodge
The Black Rock Lodge is available for rent year round and has modern conveniences like:
- Heat
- Air conditioning
- Full kitchen
- Warm showers
- An outdoor area with a picnic table and fire ring
The waterfront cabin accomodates up to 12 people.
Guests should bring all essentials like sheets, linens, and dishes.
During the summer season, the lodge must be rented for a one-week period, beginning on a Friday. For the rest of the year, the cabin must be rented for a minimum of two days, up to a maximum of 14 consecutive days.
Alcoholic beverages are permitted in this overnight facility and associated curtilage only. Alcohol possession and consumption is restricted to the holder of the reservation permit and invited guests age 21 and older. Responsible and legal alcohol consumption is required, and violations are grounds for removal from the state park without refund.
Note that alcohol possession and consumption in all other overnight facilities and all other areas of state parks is prohibited.
Things to do
FishingWinter sportsBikingMountain bikingHorseback ridingSwimmingSnowmobilingGolfDisc golfBoatingSnorkeling and scubaHuntingHikingCross-country skiingPicnickingCampingCanoeing and kayaking
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equestrian Trails | 9 mi | More difficult | Recreations permitted: hiking, equestrian Trailhead amenities: non-flush restrooms, picnic tables, benches The equestrian trail system travels over rolling hills, through forests and fields, crosses streams, and passes near Lake Marburg. There are many views of the lake, including an overlook which has benches and hitching posts.HikingEquestrian |
| LaHo Trail | 1.7 mi | Easiest | Recreations permitted: hiking Trailhead amenities: none This trail follows the shoreline of Wildasin Flats. The wetlands make this an excellent area for birding all year. The trail is primarily a single-track path that hugs the hillside. A few trail sections ascend steep terrain, and portions of the trail can be muddy. On a grassy knoll in the eastern part of the trail is the Manheim Union Burial Ground, which has a tombstone dated 1783.Hiking |
| Mary Ann Furnace Trail | 3 mi | More difficult | Recreations permitted: hiking Trailhead amenities: none From the trailhead along Black Rock Road, the trail begins on a boardwalk through the wetlands of Black Rock Flats, then climbs through a tall deciduous forest that borders old farm fields and comes to a fork in the trail. The left trail eventually follows the shoreline of the lake. The right trail climbs to the top of the hill and gives a view of the campground. Both trails interconnect and join to a spur that leads to the campground. A connector trail leads from additional parking at Rummel Farm.Hiking |
| Mountain Biking Trails | 15.25 mi | Easiest | Recreations permitted: hiking, mountain biking, snowmobiling Trailhead amenities: none The designated 195-acre Mountain Biking Area is on the northern shore of the park. The 9.5-mile outer loop trail crisscrosses forests and climbs short hills. In this area, 5.75 miles of snowmobile trails also are open to mountain biking and hiking. Please respect other trail users. During hunting seasons, trail users should wear fluorescent orange for safety.HikingMountain bikingSnowmobiling |
Trail descriptions from the park
19 miles of trails
Although the park only has two hiking-only trails, many miles of equestrian and mountain biking trails can also be hiked.
All trails are in hunting areas, so visitors should wear flourescent orange during hunting seasons.
Codorus State Park Map
Swimming
The swimming pool and sprayground sit on a bluff overlooking Lake Marburg.
♿ The pool has a ADA accessible ramp and a lift.
Summer hours are 11:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. A fee is charged for pool use. Season passes are available at the park office.
The pool is very popular and reaches capacity on holidays and many weekends. Mid-week swimming is often less crowded.
A seasonal snack bar has hot and cold foods and beverages.
Due to the extreme water level fluctuations of Lake Marburg, it is impossible to maintain a swimming beach. Swimming in the lake is prohibited.
GPS DD: Lat. 39.7822 Long. -76.91752
Amenities
Facilities
- Picnic areas
- Picnic shelters
- Amphitheater
Water
- Swimming pool
- Boat ramp
- Marina or boat slips
- Boat, canoe or kayak rentals
- Fishing pier
Camping
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
Lodging
- Cabins
- Yurts
- Glamping or camper cabins
Recreation
- Golf course
- Disc golf
- Horse trails
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
Corodus State Park offers a range of accessibility accommodations to ensure all visitors can enjoy its natural beauty and recreational opportunities.
Loop B - Site 048
Pets Allowed: Domestic ChatGPT said: Loop B, Site 048 provides full hook-up with 50-amp service and a paved, back-in driveway that is 45 feet long. The maximum vehicle length is 56 feet. Domestic pets are allowed.
Loop B - Site 049
Loop B, Site 049 features full hook-up with 50-amp service and a paved, back-in driveway that is 45 feet long. The maximum vehicle length is 58 feet. Domestic pets are allowed.
Loop B - Site 067
Loop B, Site 067 offers full hook-up with 50-amp service and a paved, back-in driveway that is 51 feet long. The maximum vehicle length is 50 feet. Domestic pets are allowed.
Read more from the park
Loop B - Site 068
Loop B, Site 068 provides full hook-up with 50-amp service and a paved, back-in driveway that is 45 feet long. The maximum vehicle length is 55 feet. Domestic pets are allowed.
Loop B - Site 069
Loop B, Site 069 features full hook-up with 50-amp service and a paved, back-in driveway that is 45 feet long. The maximum vehicle length is 50 feet. Domestic pets are allowed.
Loop D - Site 149
Loop D, Site 149 offers modern electric with 50-amp service and a paved, back-in driveway that is 45 feet long. The maximum vehicle length is 48 feet.
Loop D - Site 151
Loop D, Site 151 features modern electric with 50-amp service and a paved, back-in driveway that is 45 feet long. The maximum vehicle length is 50 feet.
Black Rock Lodge
Black Rock Lodge sleeps 12 and has a waterfront view. Visitors must bring bed linens, towels, dishes, pots and pans.
Crab Apple Cottage B66
Crab Apple Cottage sleeps 4. Domestic pets are allowed. Visitors must bring bed linens, towels, dishes, pots and pans.
Oarhouse Area - ADA picnic tables
GPS to Oarhouse
Pavilion 1
Pavilion 3
Fishing Access
An accessible fishing pier is located at the First Bridge.
Hunting
This park offers accessible hunting options. Visitors holding a DCNR Mobility Device Permit can contact the park office for more information about accessible hunting locations within the park.
DCNR permits visitors with a DCNR Mobility Device Permit to use powered mobility devices on designated state park and forest lands, including administrative roads and trails not normally open to standard motorized vehicles.
Visitors interested in a DCNR Mobility Device Permit can fill out an application and submit it at any state park or forest office.
Swimming and Beaches
The swimming pool and sprayground sit on a bluff overlooking Lake Marburg.
The pool has a ADA accessible ramp and a lift.
Summer hours are 11:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. A fee is charged for pool use.
Swim at your own risk. Please read and follow posted rules.
GPS DD: Lat. 39.7822 Long. -76.91752
Communication Board
A communication board, a large visual aid that uses pictures and words to help non-verbal individuals express their needs, thoughts, and feelings, is located at the campground playground.
Visitors can drive and park in the bird viewing area located at the Hoff Road Boat Launch Area.
Theaters and Amphitheaters
An accessible amphitheater is located campground.
Historic Place
The Passenger Pigeon Monument in the Marina Area is ADA accessible.
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- 2600 Smith Station Road
Hanover, PA 17331-8000 - Nearest town
- Hanover — about 4 mi southeast (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 39.7907, -76.9189
- Phone
- (717) 637-2816
- codorussp@pa.gov
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Directions from the park
From I-83, take Exit 8. Go 18 miles west on PA 216 to the park. From Hanover, follow PA 216 to the park. GPS DD: Lat. 39.79066 Long. -76.91891
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Pennsylvania State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026; page says updated Sep 3, 2026
- DCNR Find a Park: content-fragment JSON feed used by the pa.gov park finder
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
- Photo: Marburg Schist 20240313.jpg — CC0 1.0 (public domain dedication), Jstuby
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. “Last changed” (Oct 29, 2026) is when the information shown here last differed from the previous check. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology