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Discover everything there is to see, do, and taste during your visit to Gateway Lodge, Cook Forest, and the surrounding Pennsylvania Wilds.
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Gateway’s List of Fall Favorites

Experience some of Gateway's favorite Fall activities.
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Holiday

Swoon Your Valentine at Gateway

Love is in the air! Romance your special Valentine with a Valentine Romance Weekend package or "Cupid's Cut" midweek package.
couple cross-country skiing in Cook Forest State Park, dressed in vibrant Patagonia clothing

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Gateway’s List of Winter Favorites

Experience some of Gateway's favorite Winter activities.

Wild Crafting

How to Make Perfect Thanksgiving Stuffing: A Simple, Delicious Recipe

Our family’s recipe is simple yet delectable, and—like all tried-and-true recipes passed down through generations—it’s known by heart.
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Holiday

Embark in the Magic of Winter in the Woods Weekends

A winter in the woods getaway to Gateway Lodge in Cook Forest is like stepping into a snow-laden wonderland!
Susquehanna River in Pennsylvania, USA, depicted in a sepia-toned steel and wood engraving published in 1874 by William Cullen Bryant

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Allegheny National Forest’s Centennial

Join the legacy and celebrate 100 years of natural splendor!
portrait of nature photographer Kevin Kaltenbaugh in his gallery, with framed nature photographs in the background

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Meet Nature Photographer Kevin Kaltenbaugh

Kevin Kaltenbaugh is a talented nature photographer who has spent countless hours capturing the natural beauty of Cook Forest State Park.
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Wild Crafting

Ham Pot Pie Soup

This hearty soup has been made in our family for generations and is truly satisfying after a long day.
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Forest Guidebook

Prepare for Your Cabin Stay

Get ready for your escape to Cook Forest State Park. Use our Smokey Bear approved checklists of preparation.

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Rhododendron Blooms

Spring blooms spectacular flower paths in Cook Forest.
two young boys running among golden ferns through the forest

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Into the Woods

Cook Forest is known for its history of preservation and breathtaking natural beauty.
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