Marienville Ranger District
The Marienville Ranger District covers the southern half of the Allegheny National Forest. Highlights of this area include the Penoke, Marienville and Timberline OHV trails, Wild and Scenic Clarion River and Buzzard Swamp.
Hidden gems on this district include the Little Drummer Trail, Laurel Mill Trail and Beaver Meadows.
At a Glance
Current Conditions: | Customers needing information, permits. and maps are encouraged to call 1-814-927-6628 or email at sm.fs.anf@usda.gov during regular business hours for prompt, customer service. |
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Operational Hours: | Office open Monday to Friday: 8:30 am to 12:00 pm, 12:30 pm to 4:00 pm. Please call ahead to verify hours. Office closed on all federal holidays. |
Reservations: | Several campgrounds have reservations available through recreation.gov for some or all available sites. View the recreation sites web page for more detailed information:
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Fees: | Several sites charge a camping or day use fee. View the recreation sites web page for more detailed information:
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Permit Info: | Fuelwood permits are available at this location. Contact the Ranger Station for information about Special Use Permits for large group events (75 people or more). |
Open Season: | January - December |
Usage: | Light |
Restrictions: | As a visitor to the National Forest, you are asked to follow certain rules designed to protect the Forest, natural resources and to provide for public safety of visitors. These rules are available to you on-line or at any office of the Allegheny National Forest. Please take time to read and understand them. General Topic orders apply across the Forest. |
Closest Towns: | Marienville, PA |
Water: | Drinking Water |
Restroom: | Flush |
Passes: | Interagency and Forest recreation passes are sold at this location. Visit the passes and permits section for information on what passes are available. |
Operated By: | Forest Service |
Information Center: | Marienville Ranger District Address: 131 Smokey Lane Marienville, PA 16239 Phone: 1-814-927-6628 Email: sm.fs.anf@usda.gov |
General Information
Directions:From Marienville
- Travel northeast on PA-66 for 1.6 miles
- Turn right onto Smokey Lane.
- The office is located at the end of the road.
Activities
Mountain Biking
Areas for Mountain Biking at Marienville Ranger District
Campground Camping
Areas for Campground Camping at Marienville Ranger District
- Loleta Recreation Area
- Spring Creek Horse Trail
- Kelly Pines Campground
- Twin Lakes Recreation Area and Black Cherry Trail
RV Camping
Areas for RV Camping at Marienville Ranger District
- Loleta Recreation Area
- Spring Creek Horse Trail
- Kelly Pines Campground
- Twin Lakes Recreation Area and Black Cherry Trail
Group Camping
Areas for Group Camping at Marienville Ranger District
Dispersed Camping
Lake and Pond Fishing
Areas for Lake and Pond Fishing at Marienville Ranger District
- Buzzard Swamp Wildlife Viewing and Hiking Area
- Buzzard Swamp 157 Trailhead
- Buzzard Swamp 376 Trailhead
- Twin Lakes Recreation Area and Black Cherry Trail
River and Stream Fishing
Areas for River and Stream Fishing at Marienville Ranger District
Day Hiking
Areas for Day Hiking at Marienville Ranger District
- Beaver Meadows Hiking Trail & Day Use Area
- Brush Hollow Cross Country Ski and Hiking Trail
- Buzzard Swamp Wildlife Viewing and Hiking Area
- Buzzard Swamp 157 Trailhead
- Buzzard Swamp 376 Trailhead
- Laurel Mill Cross-Country Ski and Hiking Trail
- Little Drummer Historical Pathway
- Twin Lakes Hiking Trail
Backpacking
Areas for Backpacking at Marienville Ranger District
Horse Camping
Areas for Horse Camping at Marienville Ranger District
Horse Riding
Areas for Horse Riding at Marienville Ranger District
Viewing Wildlife
Areas for Viewing Wildlife at Marienville Ranger District
- Beaver Meadows Hiking Trail & Day Use Area
- Buzzard Swamp Wildlife Viewing and Hiking Area
- Buzzard Swamp 157 Trailhead
- Buzzard Swamp 376 Trailhead
- Little Drummer Historical Pathway
- Loleta Recreation Area
- Timberline Trail: Buehler Trailhead
- Timberline Trail: Main ATV Trailhead
Viewing Plants
Areas for Viewing Plants at Marienville Ranger District
- Beaver Meadows Hiking Trail & Day Use Area
- Buzzard Swamp Wildlife Viewing and Hiking Area
- Buzzard Swamp 157 Trailhead
- Buzzard Swamp 376 Trailhead
Viewing Scenery
Areas for Viewing Scenery at Marienville Ranger District
OHV Camping
Areas for OHV Camping at Marienville Ranger District
- Penoke, Marienville and Timberline ATV/OHM Trails
- Marienville Trail: Main ATV Trailhead
- Marienville Trail: Rocket John Trailhead
- Penoke Trail: Penoke Trailhead
- Timberline Trail: Buehler Trailhead
- Timberline Trail: Main ATV Trailhead
- Timberline Trail: Pigs Ear Trailhead
OHV Trail Riding
Areas for OHV Trail Riding at Marienville Ranger District
Geocaching & Letterboxing
Areas for Geocaching & Letterboxing at Marienville Ranger District
Picnicking
Areas for Picnicking at Marienville Ranger District
Boating - Non-Motorized
Areas for Boating - Non-Motorized at Marienville Ranger District
Swimming
Areas for Swimming at Marienville Ranger District
XC Skiing/Snowshoeing
Areas for XC Skiing/Snowshoeing at Marienville Ranger District
- Brush Hollow Cross Country Ski and Hiking Trail
- Buzzard Swamp Wildlife Viewing and Hiking Area
- Buzzard Swamp 157 Trailhead
- Buzzard Swamp 376 Trailhead
- Laurel Mill Cross-Country Ski and Hiking Trail
- Little Drummer Historical Pathway
- Twin Lakes Hiking Trail
Snowmobiling
Areas for Snowmobiling at Marienville Ranger District