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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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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.
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Gateway’s List of Fall Favorites
Experience some of Gateway's favorite Fall activities.
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.
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.
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Into the Woods
Cook Forest is known for its history of preservation and breathtaking natural beauty.