Pennsylvania State Parks

Shawnee State Park

Adventure awaits at Shawnee State Park in southern Pennsylvania.

132 State Park Road
Schellsburg, PA 15559
814-733-4218
shawneesp@pa.gov

A small motorboat on the lake with many canoes and kayaks moored on the bank of the lake

Important Park Alerts & Advisories

Before you head out to explore Shawnee State Park, please take a moment to review the latest alerts and advisories. These updates are crucial for your safety and may impact your plans. Stay informed about trail closures, weather warnings, and other important information to ensure a safe and enjoyable visit.

Review Alerts & Advisories

Overview

Shawnee State Park is 3,983 acres of Pennsylvania’s scenic Ridge and Valley Province. Ten miles west of the historic town of Bedford along US 30, Shawnee has modern recreational facilities that blend into the natural environment. A focal point of the park is the 451-acre Shawnee Lake.

Park History (opens in a new tab)

Plan Your Visit

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 Hospital

UPMC Bedford Memorial(opens in a new tab)
10455 Lincoln Highway
Everett, PA 15537
814-623-6161

♿ 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.

The park environmental educator conducts a summer schedule of nature walks and evening programs that focus on the natural and historical resources of the park and surrounding landscape.

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.