Susquehannock Forest District

Susquehannock Forest District Susquehannock State Forest is named after the Susquehannock tribe that once inhabited this region. They offer beauty, solitude, and the opportunity to recreate.

The Working Forest
The Susquehannock State Forest is a "Working Forest". Working forests provide us many environmental, social, and economic benefits. In every direction, you can see the benefits of the working forest. Forests build soil, filter groundwater, keep streams healthy, create oxygen, and provide shelter and food for plants and animals. They yield important resources we use every day, li

ke lumber, firewood, and natural gas. When we manage forests carefully, they stay healthy and productive. History
The Susquehannock State Forest derives its name from the Susquehannock Indian tribe, which at one time inhabited practically all of the land in this region. The 265,000 acre state forest is located primarily in Potter with parts in Clinton and Mckean counties. The original forest was cut over from the late 1800's through the 1920's. Following this cutting and forest fires, a new forest of hardwoods emerged, consisting of more hardwoods and less hemlock and white pines. In 1901 the first tract of what was to become the Susquehannock State Forest was purchased. Theodore Cobb sold the state 21,585 acres south of Coudersport near the towns of Austin, Odin, and Borie. By 1949 all the major purchases of the forest land had been made at an average cost of $2.50 per acre. During the 1930's the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) established ten camps on the forest. Many of the present state forest roads and trails were built at that time. Many buildings put up by the CCC have been removed or replaced since the 1950's but several smaller CCC buildings can still be found. Read the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s full Social Media Policy: https://www.pa.gov/social-media-policy-and-disclaimer.

Have a safe and happy holiday weekend!
09/04/2026

Have a safe and happy holiday weekend!

Mark your calendars! Walk In Penn’s Woods events are happening on Sunday, October 4! Join DCNR forestry staff for guided...
09/04/2026

Mark your calendars! Walk In Penn’s Woods events are happening on Sunday, October 4!

Join DCNR forestry staff for guided hikes and learn more about the history, land use, trees, plants, and animals that shape Pennsylvania’s forests.

Find a walk: https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/search?search=walk+in+penn%27s+woods

Happy !From croaking frogs to playful otters (and beyond), Pennsylvania’s state parks and forests are home to an incred...
09/04/2026

Happy !

From croaking frogs to playful otters (and beyond), Pennsylvania’s state parks and forests are home to an incredible variety of wildlife.

What are some of your favorite(s)?

Heading out for an ATV ride? Enjoy the trails sober and focused. Remember: buzzed driving is impaired driving. Keep alc...
09/03/2026

Heading out for an ATV ride? Enjoy the trails sober and focused.

Remember: buzzed driving is impaired driving.

Keep alcohol and drugs out of the equation so you can stay alert, ride responsibly, and get home safely.

Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT)
PA State Police

09/03/2026

Congratulations, Indiana County! The county recently opened the Hoodlebug Trail Bridge, which provides safe access for bikers and pedestrians to cross U.S. Route 22 in Blairsville and will connect the borough with more than 135 miles of trails.

DCNR supported construction with a grant from the Keystone Fund.

To kick off September and Trails Month in Pennsylvania, DCNR is now accepting letters of interest and resumes for four v...
09/02/2026

To kick off September and Trails Month in Pennsylvania, DCNR is now accepting letters of interest and resumes for four voluntary positions that will be opening on the 2027 Pennsylvania Trails Advisory Committee (PTAC).

To kick off September and Trails Month in Pennsylvania, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is now accepting letters of interest and resumes for four voluntary positions that will be opening on the 2027 Pennsylvania Trails Advisory Committee (PTAC). DCNR is seeking interested

Take a trip up the Susquehanna River with the latest episode of the Hemlocks to Hellbenders podcast, featuring the new n...
09/02/2026

Take a trip up the Susquehanna River with the latest episode of the Hemlocks to Hellbenders podcast, featuring the new naturalistic fishway at Shikellamy State Park. Park Manager Ben Bender and Gabriel Martin from Kleinschmidt Group share how one of the largest fish passages on the east coast is helping fish move safely upriver.

Listen ⤵️

In 1608, English explorer and soldier of fortune John Smith left Jamestown, Virginia, on a mission to chart the upper Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries - including the Susquehanna River. He became the first European to find out that the Susquehan...

09/01/2026

Remember those ‘dancing’ otters at Chapman State Park? They’re back...back again! 🦦

Watching wildlife online is a fun, safe way to enjoy cute moments like this up close. Remember to keep your distance in person so our wild friends can stay wild — and "tell a friend" to do the same!

The PA Outdoor Corps Ridgway Youth Crew recently refreshed the Penoke Bike Trail Boardwalk in the U.S. Forest Service - ...
09/01/2026

The PA Outdoor Corps Ridgway Youth Crew recently refreshed the Penoke Bike Trail Boardwalk in the U.S. Forest Service - Allegheny National Forest. During their two-week project, members replaced decking, built benches, and installed new trail signs.

06/15/2026

Caution Forest Users:
Some roads and trails have not been entirely cleared. Elevenmile Road and the District ATV Trail have not been completely cleared of trees from Sunday’s wind event!

06/01/2026

Effective today 6/1/26, Horton Run Road is closed to thru traffic.

Attention NRAT Riders!Road closure on Crippen Run Road West Branch twp. Effective 6/1/2026!
05/31/2026

Attention NRAT Riders!

Road closure on Crippen Run Road West Branch twp.

Effective 6/1/2026!

🚧 Road Work Notice – Crippen Run Road 🚧 Beginning Monday, June 1, 2026, road work will take place on Crippen Run Road in West Branch Township, from the intersection with West Branch …

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04/23/2026
Do not forget to register for the workshop on Crop Tree Release in Early Successional Stands by Sat. April 25th. This w...
04/21/2026

Do not forget to register for the workshop on Crop Tree Release in Early Successional Stands by Sat. April 25th. This workshop will be an excellent opportunity to learn about, or improve your skills, in tree identification, selecting appropriate crop trees, and releasing those trees for better growth.

The workshop will be led by two experienced foresters who will lead small groups to practice those skills in a forest stand. Attendees can also see other Timber Stand Improvements on the property. See the attached ‘Flyer’ for more details. Call me if you have questions at 814-887-1976.

We hope to see you there.

04/13/2026

This week is International Dark Sky Week! Led by DarkSky International, the observance is intended to draw attention to light pollution and elevate the benefits and value of dark skies. Let’s celebrate both the opportunities Pennsylvania’s state parks and forests offer for enjoying the beauty of...

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Coudersport, PA
16915

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Thursday 8am - 4pm
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