🏆 Official Guide: Fowlers Hollow State Park — A hidden gem — just 104 acres of remote, rustic beauty near Blain in Perry County, Pennsylvania, nestled within the 95,000-acre Tuscarora State Forest — featuring 18 campsites (12 electric/water + 6 primitive tent), stocked trout fishing in Fowlers Hollow Run, challenging hiking trails (Fowlers Hollow, Beaston, Alfarata) connecting to the vast Tuscarora Trail network, mountain biking, equestrian trails, hunting in the surrounding forest, and winter snowmobiling + cross-country skiing — administered by Colonel Denning State Park.
Fowlers Hollow State Park is one of Pennsylvania’s best-kept secrets — a tiny, 104-acre park that serves as a gateway to the massive 95,000-acre Tuscarora State Forest. The park’s small campground offers a serene, crowd-free experience that larger parks can’t match, while stocked trout in Fowlers Hollow Run and challenging trails connecting to the Tuscarora Trail system provide serious outdoor adventure.
Visitor Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Near Blain, Perry County, PA |
| Size | 104 acres — within 95,000-acre Tuscarora State Forest |
| Managed By | Colonel Denning State Park |
| Character | Remote, rustic, uncrowded — “hidden gem” |
Camping
| Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Electric/Water | 12 sites — up to 50-ft RVs |
| Primitive Tent | 6 walk-to sites |
| Facilities | Flush toilets, dump station — NO showers |
| Season | Year-round — peak Apr–Oct |
Activities
| Activity | Details |
|---|---|
| Trout Fishing | Fowlers Hollow Run — stocked trout (peak mid-May) |
| Hiking | Fowlers Hollow, Beaston, Alfarata trails — connects to Tuscarora Trail |
| Mountain Biking | Multi-use trails — challenging terrain |
| Horseback Riding | Equestrian trails in forest |
| Hunting | Tuscarora State Forest — deer, turkey, bear, grouse |
| Snowmobiling | Winter — forest trails |
| Cross-Country Skiing | Winter — forest trails |
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there showers?
No — the campground provides flush toilets and a dump station but no shower facilities. The park is rustic and remote by design. For more developed facilities, check nearby Colonel Denning State Park, which administers Fowlers Hollow.
When is the best time for trout fishing?
Mid-May is the peak time for trout fishing in Fowlers Hollow Run, coinciding with the heaviest stocking schedule. The stream flows through the park and is easily accessible from the campground. A PA fishing license is required.
Nearby state parks: If you have extra time, Colonel Denning State Park is a short drive away, and Kings Gap Environmental Education and Training Center is a short drive away.
Camping reservations: Book campsites and cabins for Pennsylvania state parks online at pennsylvaniastateparks.reserveamerica.com.
🐾 Dogs & Pets at Fowlers Hollow State Park
- Pets allowed? statewide rule
- Pets are allowed in day-use areas of Pennsylvania state parks and in designated campground sites, but must be physically controlled, attended at all times and leashed, caged or crated.
- Leash rule statewide rule
- Leash required at all times; no universal maximum length — inquire at the park office (electronic fences/shock collars not accepted as control)
- Beaches & swim areas statewide rule
- Pets are prohibited in swimming areas and designated beaches
- Cabins & lodging statewide rule
- Dogs allowed in a limited number of designated cabins, cottages and yurts (pilot program); maximum two dogs per unit; dogs must be house-trained and current on rabies vaccination
- Pet fees statewide rule
- No standard statewide pet fee; fees may be assessed for damage in dog-friendly lodging
- Statewide exceptions statewide rule
- Maximum two non-caged pets per campsite; pets prohibited in buildings; pet food may not be left outside camping units
Are dogs allowed at Fowlers Hollow State Park?
Pets are allowed in day-use areas of Pennsylvania state parks and in designated campground sites, but must be physically controlled, attended at all times and leashed, caged or crated. Individual parks can post stricter rules — check signage on arrival.
Rules verified July 2026 via pa.gov. More: Pennsylvania state parks guide · Dog rules in all 50 states compared
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