Hunting in Elk State Forest
Hunting for deer, turkey, grouse, black bear and other wildlife is a popular use of the forest during designated seasons.
Chronic Wasting Disease
Chronic Wasting Disease, which is an always fatal disease to deer and elk, has been detected in all or portions of Elk State Forest.
Hunters should be aware of special rules and regulations that apply to deer harvested within the Disease Management Area. It is recommended that those deer be tested for the disease.
To learn more about chronic wasting disease in state forests, please download the
Chronic Wasting Disease in State Forests fact sheet (PDF).
More information about Chronic Wasting Disease can be found on the
Pennsylvania Game Commission and the
Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture websites. In addition, the Pennsylvania Game Commission provides information about
deer processors in the Disease Management Area.