Pennsylvania State Parks

Trough Creek State Park

Adventure awaits at Trough Creek State Park in south central Pennsylvania.

Street Address:
16362 Little Valley Road
James Creek, PA 16657
814-658-3847
troughcreeksp@pa.gov

A family hiking downhill on a rocky path among fallen leaves to a wooden bridge across a creek

Important Park Alerts & Advisories

Before you head out to explore Trough 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 541-acre Trough Creek State Park is a scenic gorge formed as Great Trough Creek cuts through Terrace Mountain before emptying into Raystown Lake. Rugged hiking trails lead to wonders like Balanced Rock and Rainbow Falls.

Rothrock State Forest(opens in a new tab) and Raystown Lake(opens in a new tab) border the park, making a large, contiguous area of public land for recreation.

Park History (opens in a new tab)

Plan Your Visit

Street Address:
16362 Little Valley Road
James Creek, PA 16657-9302
814-658-3847
troughcreeksp@pa.gov

Mailing Address:
c/o Canoe Creek State Park
205 Canoe Creek Road
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648

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

Penn Highlands Huntingdon(opens in a new tab)
1225 Warm Springs Avenue
Huntingdon, PA 16652
814-643-2290

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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 recreation programs April through November. 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.