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Prince Gallitzin State Park
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Prince Gallitzin State Park Sunset Glendale Lake © Jeffrey Spinneweber
from shoreline near cabin 1 looking across sunset just after all day rain.
Prince Gallitzin State Park Bald Eagle © Tim Long
Prince Gallitzin State Park Prince Gallitzin Sunrise © Beverly Hampton
I took this photo looking at the lake near the dam.
Prince Gallitzin State Park Sunset at Beaverdam © Beverly Hampton
Early evening sunset at Beaverdam Boad Launch, November 2016.
Prince Gallitzin State Park Main Marina © Beverly Hampton
Photo of Glendale Lake just before sunset from the main marina.
Prince Gallitzin State Park Frosty morning © Beverly Hampton
1/6/16 - The trees were frosted with ice and the fog was rolling across the lake. This photo was taken near the dam.
Prince Gallitzin State Park Sunset at the Marina © Beverly Hampton
Photo was taken at the main marina just as the sun set over the mountain.
Prince Gallitzin State Park Pontoons © Beverly Hampton
This photo was taken on a foggy morning at Beaver Valley Marina.
Prince Gallitzin State Park Autumn Sailboating © Ken Gray
Thes folks are enjoying a warm autumn day at Prince Gallitzen State Park, Pa,
Prince Gallitzin State Park Autumn Canoeing © Ken Gray
A warm day and calm water makes for a great day of canoeing at Prince Gallitzen State Park, Pa.
Prince Gallitzin State Park Autumn Fishing © Ken Gray
A nice warm Autumn Day fishing at Prince Gallitzen State Park, Pa.
Prince Gallitzin State Park Sunrise © Tim Long
Taken from Mud Lick Overlook
Prince Gallitzin State Park Canoe at Sunset © Tim Long
From the Cabins Dock
Prince Gallitzin State Park sky © shawn servello
taken at deer tower
Prince Gallitzin State Park lake © shawn servello
glendale lake at prince gallitzin
Prince Gallitzin State Park Sunrise © Tim Long
Taken from the Marina
Prince Gallitzin State Park Sunrise © Tim Long
Taken from Mud Lick Overlook
Prince Gallitzin State Park Sunrise © Tim Long
Taken from the Marina
Prince Gallitzin State Park Heron © Jim Baker
This picture was taken on the beach side of the park.
Prince Gallitzin State Park Prince Gallitzin © Tara Becker
Prince Gallitzin State Park Prince Gallitzin in the Morning © Tara Becker
Prince Gallitzin State Park Sunset Fishing © Tim Long
Taken from the Cabin Dock
Prince Gallitzin State Park Sunset near Cabin Dock © Tim Long
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PRINCE GALLITZIN STATE PARK
PRINCE GALLITZIN STATE PARK
966 Marina Road
Patton, Pennsylvania   16668

Phone: 814-674-1000
Toll Free: 888-727-2757
Reservations: 888-727-2757
Email: park email button icon
The 6,249-acre Prince Gallitzin State Park is in the scenic Allegheny Plateau Region of Pennsylvania. Large portions of the park can be seen from several easily accessible vistas. The major attractions to the park are the 1,600-acre Glendale Lake and the large campground.
Cabins
Ten modern cabins are for rent year-round. Cabins are furnished and have a living area, kitchen/dining area, shower room, and two or three bedrooms. Two bedroom cabins sleep six people (one double bed and two bunks), while three bedroom cabins sleep eight people (one double bed and three bunks).
Camping
Camping: modern sites, some with electricity

A 437-site tent and trailer campground is open from the second Friday in April through mid-December. Facilities and services offered in the campground include; camp store with coin-operated laundry, guarded swimming beach, boat mooring area, boat rental, playgrounds, paved sites, showers, flush toilets and sanitary dump stations.
Swimming
A sand beach is open from late-May to mid-September, 8 a.m. to sunset. Swim at your own risk. A food concession, modern bathhouses, dressing rooms and a large picnic area are in and around the swimming area.
Boating
Boating: up to 20 hp motors permittedThe 1,600-acre Glendale Lake has nine public boat launching areas conveniently located throughout the park, along with three public mooring facilities for sailboats, pontoon boats and runabouts. Marina slips are available at Beaver Valley and at Prince Gallitzin marinas. A watercraft concession and marina provides various services, including: watercraft rentals, repairs to boats and motors, and the sale of fuel.

Motorboats must display a boat registration from any state. Non-powered boats must display one of the following: boat registration from any state; launching permit or mooring permit from Pennsylvania State Parks that are available at most state park offices; launch use permit from the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission.
Fishing
Enjoy fishing in a 1,635-acre lake with species like pike, bass, perch and trout. Boat rentals are available.

The park's numerous streams also offer great opportunities for anglers.

Ice fishing is popular during winter months when the lake freezes over.

Fishing tournaments occur throughout the year providing competitive fun for all ages.


Location
Prince Gallitzin State Park is located near Altoona, Hollidaysburg and Tyrone

Picnicking
Over 1,000 picnic tables are available throughout the park. The vast majority of these are adjacent to the swimming area in day use areas 1, 2 and 3. Five picnic pavilions may be reserved up to 11 months in advance for a fee. Unreserved picnic pavilions are free on a first-come, first-served basis.
Bicycling
For cycling enthusiasts, there are several options available. The park offers a 6-mile paved bike trail for leisurely rides.

Mountain bikers can explore the multi-use trails that span over 20 miles across varied terrain and forested areas.

However, riders should be aware of potential hazards such as rocks or tree roots on these unpaved paths to avoid accidents.

Also note that some steep sections may require dismounting and walking your bicycle uphill due to safety concerns.

Remember too that shared use means you might encounter hikers or horseback riders; always yield appropriately.

Lastly, ensure you have proper gear including helmets which are required by Pennsylvania law for cyclists under age twelve.
Trails
Biking: All bicyclists may use park roads open to public travel. Campers may cycle the 2.3-mile multi-use trail around the perimeter of the campground.

Mountain Biking: In the northern part of the park, the 20-mile snowmobile trail network is open for mountain biking and hiking. Bikers should follow the rules of the road and common courtesies.

For more information on mountain biking, contact the park office or www.cyclesa.com/offroad, follow the link to Beginner Trails and Killbuck Run. The Web site has maps, queue sheets and additional information.
Birding
The park offers diverse birding opportunities with over 100 species spotted. It features a designated Important Bird Area (IBA). The IBA is home to waterfowl, songbirds and raptors. A variety of habitats including forests, wetlands and open waters attract different birds throughout the year.

Visitor Comments, Memories and Reviews
July 6 by pkwood
park review stars; one to five This park has gone downhill. I have been going there since 1972 and the changes have been many but in the last 15 years it has gone down hill.. I would say from a 10 to a 3...
December 11 nice rangers coming since i was 4
park review stars; one to five fishing, bike riding,trails,and swimming
December 10 This is the best park ever!!!!!!!!!
park review stars; one to five
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Directions
Prince Gallitzin State Park is in northern Cambria County and is reached by PA 36 and PA 53 and US 219.

From US 219, at Carrolltown turn onto SR 4015. At Patton, take PA 36 east to Glendale Lake Road.

From PA 53, turn at either Frugality or Flinton. At Frugality, following State Park Drive/Marina Road will take you into the major day use areas of the park. From Flinton, Beaver Valley Road will also take you into the park and is a more direct route to the campground.

From I-99, Exit 32, follow PA 36 north, turn right at Ashville onto PA 53 north.

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