Tuscarora State Park
687 Tuscarora Park Road
Barnesville, PA 18214-9715
570-467-2404

When viewed from the lake or the day use area, Locust Mountain seems to drop right into the southern side of Tuscarora Lake. The scenic picnic area plays host to many day trips and family reunions and the lake is a popular fishing spot. The 1,618-acre park is home to the Park Office and Visitor Center for Tuscarora and Locust Lake state parks. Visitors are welcome to gather information about the parks, the environmental education program and local attractions.

Directions
Located two miles west of Tamaqua off of PA 309, south of Barnesville, which is on PA 54 between the Hometown Exit (131A) of I-81 and PA 309.

Recreational Opportunities

Boating: electric motors only
Motorboats must display a boat registration from any state. Non-powered boats must display one of the following: boat registration from any state; launching permit or mooring permit from Pennsylvania State Parks that are available at most state park offices; launch use permit from the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission.

Rowboats, canoes and pedal boats are available through boat rental concessions at each park.

Boat Mooring: 
There are 155 seasonal boat mooring spaces/racks available. The season begins April 1 and ends October 31 annually. A state park mooring permit can be purchased at the park office.

Swimming: 
Swimming is permitted from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend. Lifeguards are on duty from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. throughout the season unless otherwise posted. Swimming areas are marked with buoys and have a maximum depth of 5 1/2 feet.

Picnicking: 
Over 250 picnic tables are available year-round. Modern restrooms are available April through October. Portable toilets are used during cold weather.

Fishing: 
Fishing at Tuscarora Lake consists primarily of warm water game fish including bass, muskellunge, pickerel, catfish, yellow perch and sunfish. Night fishing is permitted.

Ice fishing is permitted during the winter season with trout being the primary species caught at both lakes. The ice is not monitored for safety. Be sure that the ice is at least four inches thick and carry safety equipment.

Camping Cottages: 
Six cottages sleep five people in single bunks and double/single bunks, and have windows, porch, picnic table, fire ring and electric lights and outlets. The cottages are open from early April to mid-October.

Concessions: 
The concessions are open daily from Memorial Day to Labor Day and weekends during the spring and fall.

Rowboats, canoes and specialty craft like pedal boats are available for rent on an hourly or daily basis at the boat rental concession.

Tuscarora has a food concession by the swimming area that serves hot food, ice cream and snacks. A boat rental is also located near the beach.

Hiking Trails

All of the trails are road width and do not have blazes. The trails wander through several habitats like mature deciduous forest, meadow and agricultural fields.

Environmental Education and Interpretation

Tuscarora and Locust Lake state parks offer a wide variety of environmental education and interpretive programs. Through hands-on activities, guided walks and evening programs, participants gain appreciation, understanding and develop a sense of stewardship toward natural and cultural resources.

Curriculum-based environmental education programs are available to schools and youth groups. An environmental education specialist is available to develop EE curriculums and sites, and provide teacher workshops and additional teacher and community services.

Group programs must be arranged in advance and may be scheduled by calling the park office.

Programs are offered March to November. For more detailed information contact the park office.