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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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people riding fat bikes on a trail during autumn sunrise, illuminating golden leaves on trees

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Gateway’s List of Fall Favorites

Experience some of Gateway's favorite Fall activities.
Closeup of white mountain laurel in Cook Forest State Park.

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Explore Cook Forest’s Summer Rhododendron & Laurel Blooms

From late June to early July, Cook Forest’s rhododendron and mountain laurel bloom a spectacular display for summer travelers.
close-up of a barefoot woman in a green dress stepping onto river stones near the Clarion River in Cook Forest State Park on an early morning

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Top 10 List of Things to Do in the Forest this Summer 

From paddling the Clarion River to hiking old-growth forests, here are the top summer activities in the forest.
Two people with wooden sticks hiking down a trail near Gateway Lodge.

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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.
view looking through a windowpane at a man and woman enjoying dinner together at Gateway Lodge restaurant

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!
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.
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.
ham being placed in stainless steel pot with chopped celery, carrots and onions

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.
cabin nestled in forest with firewood rack full of wood

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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