Pine Grove Furnace State Park park
Pine Grove Furnace State Park
One of the main attractions of Pine Grove Furnace State Park is the Appalachian Trail Museum, which is located on the park grounds. The museum is dedicated to sharing the history and culture of the Appalachian Trail, which runs through the park. Visitors can learn about the trail's origins, the people who have hiked it, and the wildlife and scenery that make it a unique experience.
Another point of interest in the park is the Iron Furnace, which was once used to produce iron in the 18th and 19th centuries. Visitors can tour the furnace and learn about its history and the role it played in the development of the region.
Pine Grove Furnace State Park is also known for its fall foliage, which attracts visitors from all over the country. The park's location in the Appalachian Mountains provides a stunning backdrop for the changing leaves, and many visitors come specifically to see the fall colors.
In the summer months, the park is a popular destination for swimming and boating in Fuller Lake and Laurel Lake. The park also offers camping, with both tent and RV sites available.
Overall, Pine Grove Furnace State Park is a great destination for outdoor enthusiasts and history buffs alike. With its beautiful scenery, recreational opportunities, and unique historical sites, it is a must-visit destination in Pennsylvania.
Park & land designation reference
A quick legend for the federal and state land categories Snoflo tracks. Each designation comes with different rules around access, recreation, and resource extraction.
- National Park
- Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
- State Park
- Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
- Local Park
- Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
- Wilderness Area
- The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized motorized access permitted.
- National Recreation Area
- Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing, often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes); may allow more development.
- National Conservation Area (BLM)
- BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
- State Forest
- State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
- Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
- Vast federal lands managed for mixed use -- recreation, grazing, mining, conservation -- with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
Plan your visit down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area campgrounds
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within reach of Pine Grove Furnace State Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primitive Campsite #5 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Primitive Campsite #6 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Primitive Campsite #7 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Primitive Campsite #4 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Pine Grove Furnace State Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Primitive Campsite #8 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, fishing spots, and POIs so a park visit can grow into a full weekend.
Responsible recreation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site for hours, permit requirements, seasonal closures, and fire restrictions before heading out.
- Stay on trail
- Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation, prevent erosion, and avoid disturbing wildlife habitat.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and store food securely if camping is permitted on-site.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Carry out all trash, food scraps, and gear. Many parks have limited or no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, or artifacts. They make the park what it is for the next visitor.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Pine Grove Furnace State Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures, fire-restriction days), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Pine Grove Furnace State Park
What can I do at Pine Grove Furnace State Park?
Most Snoflo-tracked parks support hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. Check the operator's site for activity-specific rules (camping, fishing, paddling, hunting).
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no. Streamflow comes live from USGS streamgauges.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get to Pine Grove Furnace State Park?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the park.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this park, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other parks near here
Snoflo-tracked parks within driving distance of Pine Grove Furnace State Park.