Pennsylvania State Parks

Chapman State Park

Adventure awaits at Chapman State Park in northwestern Pennsylvania.

4790 Chapman Dam Road
Clarendon, PA 16313
814-723-0250
chapmansp@pa.gov(opens in a new tab)

A two kayakers paddling on the lake on a lush green summer day

Important Park Alerts & Advisories

Before you head out to explore Chapman 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 862-acre Chapman State Park includes the 68-acre Chapman Lake on the West Branch of Tionesta Creek.

Adjacent to state game lands and the Allegheny National Forest(opens in a new tab), Chapman is an oasis of recreational facilities in a vast area of wilderness.

Park History (opens in a new tab)

Plan Your Visit

The park is off US 6, in Warren County, near the town of Clarendon, and is adjacent to Allegheny National Forest and State Game Lands 29.

Turn on to Railroad Street in the town of Clarendon, which becomes Chapman Dam Road.

Follow Chapman Dam Road 5 miles to the park.

GPS DD: Lat. 41.75755 Long. -79.17107

Find Park Maps and Guides (opens in a new tab)

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

Warren General Hospital(opens in a new tab)
2 Crescent Park West
Warren, PA 16365
814-723-3300

♿ This symbol indicates facilities and activities that are Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessible for people with disabilities. Screen reader users will hear this symbol as "wheelchair."

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

An environmental educator is on staff for the summer season and offers a variety of programming including:

Guided walks
Stream studies
Children’s programs
Occasional guest speakers

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.