Pennsylvania State Parks

Oil Creek State Park

Adventure awaits at Oil Creek State Park in northwestern Pennsylvania.

1080 Petroleum Center Road
Oil City, PA 16301-9733
814-676-5915
oilcreeksp@pa.gov(opens in a new tab)

A hiker on a gravel path through an evergreen forest with autumn leaves on the ground

Important Park Alerts & Advisories

Before you head out to explore Oil Creek State Park, please take a moment to review the latest alerts and advisories. These updates are crucial for your safety and may impact your plans. Stay informed about trail closures, weather warnings, and other important information to ensure a safe and enjoyable visit.

Review Alerts & Advisories

Overview

The Oil Creek Valley is the site of the world’s first commercial oil well. Oil Creek State Park tells the story of the early petroleum industry by interpreting oil boomtowns, oil wells, and early transportation.

Scenic Oil Creek carves a valley of deep hollows, steep hillsides, and wetlands.

Park History (opens in a new tab)

Plan Your Visit

Street Address:
1080 Petroleum Center Road
Oil City, PA 16301
814-676-5915
oilcreeksp@pa.gov(opens in a new tab)

Mailing Address:
305 State Park Road
Oil City, PA 16301-9733

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Make online reservations(opens in a new tab) for day use and overnight facilities or call toll-free 888-PA-PARKS (888-727-2757), from 7:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., Monday to Saturday.

Call 911 and contact a park employee to summon medical, fire, or safety professionals.

Call or text 988 to contact a crisis center counselor during a mental health or substance abuse crisis.

Directions to the nearest hospital are posted on bulletin boards and at the park office.

Nearest Hospital

UPMC Northwest(opens in a new tab)
100 Fairfield Drive
Seneca, PA 16346
814-676-7600

Titusville Area Hospital(opens in a new tab)
406 West Oak Street
Titusville, PA 16354
814-827-1851

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If you need an accommodation to participate in park activities due to a disability, please contact the park you plan to visit.

The park offers a wide variety of environmental education and recreational programs.

Through hands-on activities, guided walks, and evening programs, participants gain appreciation, understanding, and develop a sense of stewardship toward natural and cultural resources.

Curriculum-based environmental education programs are available to schools and organized groups. Call the park office to schedule a group program. A variety of professional development workshops are offered for teachers.

Contact the park office or explore the calendar of events(opens in a new tab) for more information on programs and other learning experiences.