Kettle Creek State Park
- Status
- Status not postedDaily sunrise – sunset
- Entrance fee
- Not posted
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed, with restrictions
- Camping
- 41 campsites
- Official site
- pa.gov(570) 923-6004
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
Kettle Creek State Park is a 1,945-acre park in Clinton County, about 9 miles west of Renovo.
Visitors come for cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, horseback riding, golf, and mountain biking. The official site lists about 2 miles of trails. Water access includes a boat ramp. Overnight options include 41 campsites, with RV sites with electric hookups, tent sites, and showers.
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. 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, with restrictions
Not allowed in or on: lower campground.
Pet are prohibited in Lower Campground. Pets are permitted on all sites in Upper Campground.
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: The Lower Campground is open from early April to mid-December. The Upper Campground is open from early April to mid-October. Kettle Creek State Park Campground Map (PDF)
The park has two camping areas with level sunny or shady sites that accommodate tents or trailers. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring. Water spigots are scattered throughout the campgrounds.
The Lower Campground is along Kettle Creek and has 41 sites with electricity and also modern restrooms with showers. The Lower Campground is open from early April to mid-December. Pet are prohibited in Lower Campground.
The Upper Campground overlooks the Alvin R. Bush Dam and Kettle Creek Reservoir and has 27 sites -- 12 with electric hook-ups and vault | 41 | The Lower Campground is along Kettle Creek and has 41 sites with electricity and also modern restrooms with showers. Bush Dam and Kettle Creek Reservoir and has 27 sites -- 12 with electric hook-ups and vault toilets.Showers | — |
Camping details from the park
Camping
Kettle Creek State Park Campground Map (PDF)
The park has two camping areas with level sunny or shady sites that accommodate tents or trailers. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring. Water spigots are scattered throughout the campgrounds.
The Lower Campground is along Kettle Creek and has 41 sites with electricity and also modern restrooms with showers. The Lower Campground is open from early April to mid-December. Pet are prohibited in Lower Campground.
The Upper Campground overlooks the Alvin R. Bush Dam and Kettle Creek Reservoir and has 27 sites -- 12 with electric hook-ups and vault toilets. Pets are permitted on all sites in Upper Campground. The Upper Campground is open from early April to mid-October.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BoatingWinter sportsCross-country skiingHikingSnowmobilingHorseback ridingGolfDisc golfPicnickingFishingHuntingBikingMountain bikingCampingCanoeing and kayaking
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bearfield Road Trail | 1.7 mi | More difficult | Recreations permitted: hiking, backpacking, mountain biking, equestrian, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing recommended Trailhead amenities: non-flush restrooms, potable water, picnic tables This 5.9-mile trail connects the day use area of the park to many other trails throughout Sproul State Forest.HikingBackpackingMountain bikingEquestrianSnowmobilingCross-country skiing recommended |
| Beaverdam Road | 0.2 mi | Most difficult | Recreations permitted: hiking, mountain biking, equestrian, snowmobiling Trailhead amenities: non-flush restrooms, picnic tables This 75-mile trail system begins at the intersection of Beaverdam and Kettle Creek roads and accesses many trails throughout Sproul State Forest. Trailhead parking for trailers is available at the base of Beaverdam Road.HikingMountain bikingEquestrianSnowmobiling |
| Butler Trail | 0.13 mi | Most difficult | Recreations permitted: hiking, mountain biking Trailhead amenities: benches Beginning at the park, this rugged, 1.3-mile trail leads to Kettle Creek Vista. This vista is on Sproul State Forest and allows visitors to see the entire park and up to 30 miles away.HikingMountain biking |
| Donut Hole Trail | 0.4 mi | Most difficult | Recreations permitted: hiking, backpacking Trailhead amenities: modern restrooms, potable water, picnic tables Briefly passing through the park near the Lower Campground, the 94-mile Donut Hole Trail loop that traverses rough terrain in Sproul State Forest for hikers and backpackers to enjoy. Many other trails can be accessed along this trail, including the Susquehannock Trail System in Susquehannock State Forest.HikingBackpacking |
| Kettle Creek State Park Snowmobile Trail | 2 mi | Most difficult | Recreations permitted: hiking, mountain biking, equestrian, snowmobiling Trailhead amenities: non-flush restrooms, potable water, picnic tables, benches This trail is park of a 22-mile snowmobile and equestrian trail system that traverses valleys, mountains, fields, and streams throughout Sproul State Forest.HikingMountain bikingEquestrianSnowmobiling |
| Nature Trail | 0.31 mi | More difficult | Recreations permitted: hiking Trailhead amenities: non-flush restrooms, potable water, picnic tables, benches This loop trail travels from the Upper Campground to Butler Trail and is great for viewing wildlife.Hiking |
| Sugar Camp Road | 0.2 mi | More difficult | Recreations permitted: hiking, mountain biking, equestrian, snowmobiling Trailhead amenities: none Starting at the Kettle Creek Lake, this 1.5-mile road connects to other roadways and trails in Sproul State Forest.HikingMountain bikingEquestrianSnowmobiling |
| Wallow Loop Trail | 0.76 mi | Easiest | Recreations permitted: hiking, cross-country skiing recommended, snowshoeing recommended Trailhead amenities: benches This short trail offers beautiful views of Kettle Creek along with many riparian wetland areas along Beaverdam Run. It is great for birding and wildlife watching.HikingCross-country skiing recommendedSnowshoeing recommended |
Trail descriptions from the park
2 miles of trails
Novice and experienced hikers will find an abundance of trails in the park area. Short day-hikes are possible on the many park trails. Trail maps are available at the park office.
Kettle Creek State Park Map
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Flush toilets
- Vault or pit toilets
- Showers
- Picnic areas
- Picnic shelters
Water
- Boat ramp
- Marina or boat slips
Camping
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
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
Kettle Creek State Park offers a range of accessibility accommodations to ensure all visitors can enjoy its natural beauty and recreational opportunities.
Loaner Equipment
The public can borrow fishing rods, reels, and an equipped tackle box to try fishing. Check in at the park office.
- A valid ID must be provided by at least one adult in the group.
- Equipment is loaned on a first-come, first-served basis and can only be used within the park.
- Park staff may be available to give brief instructions upon request.
- All equipment must be returned at the agreed-upon place and by the agreed-upon time.
- Gear will be supplied, but bring your own bait with you.
- Those 16 years or older need to have a valid Pennsylvania Fishing License.
- Know what you can and can’t keep. All fishing regulations must be followed.
Colorblind Viewfinder
A viewfinders fit with an EnChroma color blind lens is located at the dam overlook scenic vista.
The lenses are designed to enhance the color vision of those with a red-green color vision deficiency. Any park visitor can use the viewfinder to experience the colorful beauty of nature and to view foliage more vividly.
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- 97 Kettle Creek Park Lane
Renovo, PA 17764-9708 - Nearest town
- Renovo — about 9 mi west (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 41.3752, -77.9328
- Phone
- (570) 923-6004
- kettlecreeksp@pa.gov
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Directions from the park
The park is along SR 4001, seven miles north of PA 120 at Westport and three miles west of PA 144. GPS DD: Lat. 41.37517 Long. -77.93277
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Pennsylvania State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026; page says updated Jan 30, 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)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology