Mount Pisgah 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(570) 297-2734
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
Mount Pisgah State Park is a park in Bradford County, about 15 miles southwest of Sayre.
The park supports snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, winter sports, hunting in season, and swimming. The official site lists about 11 miles of trails. On the water side, there is a swimming pool, 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. The pool 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.
Things to do
HuntingPicnickingFishingWinter sportsSnowmobilingHikingSwimmingBoatingCross-country skiing
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avery Trail | 0.12 mi | Easiest | Recreations permitted: hiking, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing recommended, snowshoeing recommended Trailhead amenities: none This short trail connects to Mill Stream Trail and Ridge Trail.HikingSnowmobilingCross-country skiing recommendedSnowshoeing recommended |
| Goshawk Trail | 0.67 mi | Easiest | Recreations permitted: hiking, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing recommended, snowshoeing recommended Trailhead amenities: none This trail meets Maple Ridge Trail before ending at Steam Hollow Road.HikingSnowmobilingCross-country skiing recommendedSnowshoeing recommended |
| Haymaker Trail | 0.88 mi | Easiest | Recreations permitted: hiking, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing recommended, snowshoeing recommended Trailhead amenities: none Beginning at Wallace Road, this trail joins Marsh Hawk Trail and ends at Steam Hollow Road.HikingSnowmobilingCross-country skiing recommendedSnowshoeing recommended |
| Hicks Hollow Trail | 0.71 mi | More difficult | Recreations permitted: hiking, snowmobiling, snowshoeing recommended Trailhead amenities: none Located near Hicks Road parking area at Pisgah View Drive, the trail connects to Ridge Trail.HikingSnowmobilingSnowshoeing recommended |
| Hutchinson Trail | 0.29 mi | Easiest | Recreations permitted: hiking, snowmobiling, snowshoeing recommended Trailhead amenities: none The trail splits off at Oh! Susanna Trail along the southeast side of the lake and ends at Steam Hollow Road.HikingSnowmobilingSnowshoeing recommended |
| Maple Ridge Trail | 0.83 mi | Easiest | Recreations permitted: hiking, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing recommended Trailhead amenities: none This trail links Goshawk Trail with Steam Hollow Trail.HikingSnowmobilingCross-country skiingSnowshoeing recommended |
| Marsh Hawk Trail | 0.93 mi | Easiest | Recreations permitted: hiking, snowmobiling, snowshoeing recommended Trailhead amenities: none Starting south of Ridge Trail off Pisgah State Park Road, this trail then joins haymaker Trail.HikingSnowmobilingSnowshoeing recommended |
| Mill Stream Trail | 1.13 mi | More difficult | Recreations permitted: hiking, snowmobiling, snowshoeing recommended Trailhead amenities: benches This loop trail has some nice views overlooking the lake.HikingSnowmobilingSnowshoeing recommended |
| Oh! Susanna Trail | 2.55 mi | Easiest | Recreations permitted: hiking, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing recommended, snowshoeing recommended Trailhead amenities: modern restrooms, picnic tables, benches This trail circles the 75-acre Stephen Foster Lake. There are multiple places to park and start your hike. Benches and picnic tables are along the trail.HikingSnowmobilingCross-country skiing recommendedSnowshoeing recommended |
| Ridge Trail | 1.92 mi | Most difficult | Recreations permitted: hiking, snowmobiling, snowshoeing recommended Trailhead amenities: picnic tables, benches This 3.2-mile trail begins south of the main fishing area parking lot on Pisgah State Park Road and ends in Mount Pisgah County Park. When hiking the whole trail to the county park, look for beautiful vistas and the Chief Wetona Statue.HikingSnowmobilingSnowshoeing recommended |
Trail descriptions from the park
Mount Pisgah State Park
11 miles of trails
A series of hiking trails are suitable for everyone from the casual walker to the experienced hiker. The trails travel around the lake, through wooded areas, old fields, open farmland, and rugged terrain.
Mount Pisgah State Park Map
Swimming
♿ The free swimming pool is open Memorial Day weekend through mid-August, from 11:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M., conditions permitting. Check the park advisories for closures or schedule changes.
The pool depth ranges from eight inches to five feet, and includes a ramp for people with disabilities.
The pool complex contains:
- Dressing rooms
- Showers
- Restrooms
- Lifeguard
- First aid station
Swimming is prohibited in the lake.
Note to Parents: You are responsible for the safety of your children. Please supervise their activities while enjoying the swimming pool, playground, hiking trails, and other facilities. Please observe posted pool rules to ensure a safe and enjoyable visit.
Snack Bar
Open during the summer season in the pool complex, the snack bar offers:
- Hamburgers
- Hotdogs
- Pizza
- French fries
- Drinks
- Ice cream
- Other snacks
The snack bar is open daily 11:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M., weather permitting.
Amenities
Facilities
- Picnic areas
- Picnic shelters
Water
- Swimming pool
- Boat ramp
- Marina or boat slips
- Boat, canoe or kayak rentals
- Fishing pier
- Swimming beach: not available (stated by the park)
✓ 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
Mount Pisgah State Park offers a range of accessibility accommodations to ensure all visitors can enjoy its natural beauty and recreational opportunities.
Friends Playground Pavilion
The Friends Playground Pavilion can seat 115 people at 14 picnic tables.
Hilltop Pavilion
The Hilltop Pavilion can seat 115 people at 14 picnic tables.
Lakeside Pavilion
The Lakeside Pavilion can seat 115 people at 14 picnic tables.
Fishing Access
An accessible angler's area is located on the western shore of Stephen Foster Lake.
Swimming and Beaches
The free swimming pool is open Memorial Day weekend through mid-August, from 11:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M., conditions permitting. Check the park advisories for closures or schedule changes.
Read more from the park
The pool depth ranges from eight inches to five feet, and includes an ADA access ramp.
Swim at your own risk. Please read and follow posted rules.
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.
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- 28 Entrance Road
Troy, PA 16947-9448 - Nearest town
- Sayre — about 15 mi southwest (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 41.8060, -76.6688
- Phone
- (570) 297-2734
- mtpisgahsp@pa.gov
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Directions from the park
Mount Pisgah is on Wallace Road (SR 3019), two miles north of US 6. GPS Decimal Degrees: Lat. 41.80605 Long. -76.6688
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
“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