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    Blue Knob State Park

    Winter Recreation

    Pennsylvania state parks are open 365 days a year, even in the winter. The Winter Report provides ice and snow depth information for state parks.

    Enjoy the Winter

    Most park trails are suitable for expert skiers. For beginner skiers, Chappells Field Trail and the closed campground are recommended. For the intermediate skier, the service roads, closed roadways, and open areas are recommended. Weather conditions on the trails are usually ideal, however, skiers should use expert or mountain ski equipment. 

    Please check the trail difficulty rating before adventuring on the trails.

    The park leases the downhill skiing area to Blue Knob Recreation, Inc., which operates Blue Knob All Seasons Resort, one of the most challenging ski resorts in Pennsylvania. The area offers a vertical drop of 1,050 feet. The ski area provides:

    • Extensive snowmaking
    • Snowtubing
    • Day and night skiing
    • Four chairlifts to ensure a fast return to the top of the mountain

    For more information, contact 814-239-5111.

    The trail system consists of eight miles of trails and roads and is marked with orange diamonds. Park roadways are not open for snowmobile use. No other off-road vehicles are permitted on state park lands.

    Snowmobiles may be operated on designated trails and roads from the day following the last deer season in December until April 1, weather permitting.

    All snowmobiles must be registered and follow all Pennsylvania snowmobile rules.

    Park trails are open for snowshoeing. Please check the trail difficulty rating before adventuring on the trails.

    Year round overnight opportunitunities are available at Twin Fawn House.

    Make online reservations or call toll-free 888-PA-PARKS (888-727-2757), 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Saturday.