Maurice K. Goddard State Park
- Status
- Status not postedDaily sunrise – sunset
- Entrance fee
- Not posted
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Not stated — check with park
- Camping
- None listed
- Official site
- pa.gov(724) 253-4833
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
Covering about 2,812 acres, Maurice K. Goddard State Park lies in Mercer County, about 13 miles east of Greenville.
The park supports cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, winter sports, hunting in season, and canoeing and kayaking. The official site lists about 16 miles of trails. Water access includes a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals.
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. 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.
Things to do
BoatingWinter sportsCross-country skiingBikingFishingHuntingHikingPicnickingSnowmobilingCanoeing and kayaking
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Falling Run Nature Trail | 0.7 mi | More difficult | Recreations permitted: hiking Trailhead amenities: picnic tables This self-guided nature trail winds its way through the hemlocks crowding the Falling Run ravine. Look for a small waterfall along Falling Run as well as the remains of a spring house standing at the site of the former George Y. Stright homestead.Hiking |
| Goddard McKeever Hiking Trail | 2.84 mi | More difficult | Recreations permitted: hiking Trailhead amenities: none This 3.14-mile trail traverses a steep slope along the southern shore of Lake Wilhelm before reach a peak elevation near the Patton Road Crossing and winding downward toward the McKeever Tract of the Clear Creek State Forest. Multiple trailheads between the dam and Irish Ridge Road provide opportunities for shorter (or steeper) pursuits.Hiking |
| John C. Oliver Multi-Purpose Trail Loop | 12 mi | Easiest | Recreations permitted: hiking, biking, cross-country skiing recommended, snowmobiling on north shore only Trailhead amenities: modern restrooms, picnic tables, benches This paved, scenic loop follows the shoreline of Lake Wilhelm and can be accessed from boat launches 1, 2, and 4 as well as from the dam, the marina, and the parking area below the park office. The north shore, open to biking, hiking, and snowmobiling, passes through a mix of fields, young forest, and mature hardwoods, while the south shore is mainly wooded, and is open to biking, hiking, and cross county skiing.HikingBikingCross-country skiing recommendedSnowmobiling on north shore only |
Trail descriptions from the park
16 miles of trails The trails pass near the lake, through forests and fields. Maurice K. Goddard State Park Map Guidelines for a Safe Hike The following guidelines will help ensure a safe and enjoyable hiking experience while at the park. • Check the weather before you hike -- it is not safe to hike in thunderstorms or when heavy snow is expected • Wear sturdy shoes to protect your feet • Carry the proper safety equipment like a poncho, first aid kit, and a whistle • During hunting season wear fluorescent orange when hiking in areas open to hunting • Carry drinking water -- DO NOT drink from streams, springs, or lakes without properly treating the water first • Observe wildlife from a safe distance -- Do NOT try to get close to wild animals • Stay on the trail -- if you hike off of the trail, you might get lost or cause damage to unique natural resources • Let someone know where you are hiking and when you should return • Have a general idea of your location at all times in the event of an emergency • Give yourself plenty of time for your hike -- plan to be off the trails well before dark • Don’t overestimate your abilities -- use a map to select the trail and distance
Amenities
Facilities
- Picnic areas
- Picnic shelters
Water
- Boat ramp
- Marina or boat slips
- Boat, canoe or kayak rentals
- Fishing pier
✓ 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
Maurice K. Goddard State Park offers a range of accessibility accommodations to ensure all visitors can enjoy its natural beauty and recreational opportunities. Accessible Picnic Tables There are ADA accessible picnic tables in the Marina area. Marina Pavilion M001 The Marina Pavilion can accommodate up to 100 people with 11 picnic tables. Water Access The launch in the Marina is ADA accessible. Fishing Access .There are two ADA fishing piers at MK Goddard. An accessible fishing pier is located at Rounded Point near the Marina parking lot. An accessible fishing pier is also located near boat launch 4.
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- 684 Lake Wilhelm Road
Sandy Lake, PA 16145-2310 - Nearest town
- Greenville — about 13 mi east (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 41.4275, -80.1452
- Phone
- (724) 253-4833
- goddardsp@pa.gov
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Directions from the park
The park is five minutes from I-79: • Take Exit 130 (Sandy Lake-Greenville) and travel west on PA 358 (toward Greenville) for about 0.1 mile. • Bear right onto Sheakleyville Road. • At the first stop sign, turn right onto Lake Wilhelm Road, which goes directly to the park. GPS Decimal Degrees: Lat. 41.4275 Long. -80.14522
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)
“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