Locust Lake State Park

From I-81 northbound, take Exit 131B, cross under the I-81 overpass and make an immediate left turn toward New Boston. Travel 1.1 miles to a left turn; follow signs. (Left turn is also signed.)

From I-81 southbound, take Exit 131A, left turn then travel 1.0 miles to a left turn; follow signs. (Left turn is also signed.)

GPS Directions: Locust Lake State Park, 220 Locust Lake Road, Barnesville, PA 18214

GPS Decimal Degrees: Lat. 40.78499 Long. -76.11921

Limited Parking

Parking is limited throughout Locust Lake State Park. A few, ADA-only parking spots are located adjacent to the swimming area, camp store, and boat launch area.

Dropping off passengers at the beach is prohibited to maintain a safe camping experience and limit unnecessary vehicles.

All day-use visitors must park in the day use visitor parking area located at the entrance to the park.

Visitors should be prepared to walk up to one-half of a mile with their belongings to access facilities.

Call 911 and contact a park employee to summon medical, fire, or safety professionals. 

Call or text 988 to contact a crisis center counselor during a mental health or substance abuse crisis.

Directions to the nearest hospital are posted on bulletin boards.

Nearest Hospitals

Lehigh Valley Hospital - Schuylkil E. Norwegian Street(opens in a new tab)
700 East Norwegian Street
Pottsville, PA 17901
570-621-4000

Lehigh Valley Hospital - Schyulkil S. Jackson Street(opens in a new tab)
420 South Jackson Street
Pottsville, PA 17901
570-621-5000

♿ This symbol indicates facilities and activities that are Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessible for people with disabilities. Screen reader users will hear this symbol as "wheelchair."

​If you need an accommodation to participate in park activities due to a disability, please contact the park you plan to visit.

Cell service is unpredictable in and around many Pennsylvania State Parks. Please download the park map(opens in a new tab) before your visit. 

Tuscarora and Locust Lake state parks offer a wide variety of environmental education and recreation programs from March to November.

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 organized groups. Call the park office to schedule a group program. A variety of professional development workshops are offered for teachers.

Contact the park office or explore the calendar of events(opens in a new tab) for more information on programs and other learning experiences.

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