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McCall Dam State Park
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MCCALL DAM STATE PARK
MCCALL DAM STATE PARK
Mifflinburg, Pennsylvania   17844

Phone: 570-966-1455
Toll Free: 888-727-2757
Reservations: 888-727-2757
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The sound of White Deer Creek pervades the quiet, remote McCalls Dam Park. Majestic pines and hemlocks surround the cozy organized group tenting area. Maples and oaks reach for the sky around the small picnic area. Bald Eagle State Forest surrounds the eight-acre McCalls Dam State Park.
History of the Area
In 1850, an early settler built a dam on White Deer Creek to provide power to his large sawmill and shingle mill. Sixteen years later the dam was repaired and used as the second of a series of splash dams, used to float white pine logs to the Susquehanna River and the extensive sawmills at Watsontown. Although the dam is gone, Johnny McCall and his dam will always be remembered because of McCalls Dam State Park.
Camping
Organized Group Tenting:

Surrounded by forest, the rustic tenting area is for qualified adult and youth groups. This area has rustic toilets and a parking area. One responsible adult leader or counselor (18 years of age or older) is required to accompany each ten campers. Winter accessibility is limited to snowmobiling or cross-country skiing. Advance reservations are recommended and can be made by calling toll-free 888-PA-PARKS.
Fishing
Anglers can enjoy fishing in the park's lake, known for its trout population. Other species include bass and panfish.

The nearby White Deer Creek is a popular spot for fly-fishing enthusiasts seeking wild brown trout.

Ice fishing on the frozen lake surface during winter months offers another unique experience to visitors.

Families with children may prefer visiting Kettle Creek, stocked annually with brook and rainbow trout by local fish commissions.

Remember that all anglers aged 16 or older must have a valid Pennsylvania Fishing License before casting their lines.



Picnicking
McCall Dam State Park offers numerous picnic tables, charcoal grills and pavilions. Some areas provide beautiful views of the lake.

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Directions
McCalls Dam State Park is in the extreme east end of Centre County. It can be reached by traveling McCalls Dam state forest road, which links PA 192 at R. B. Winter State Park and PA 880 at Eastville.

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