Parker Dam State
Park
Length: 1.7 miles
Rating: Easy
Blaze: None
Explore a wilderness valley ravished by a tornado in 1985, then
salvage-logged in 1986. Varying habitats caused by the blowdown, the logging
roads, gas well sites and beaver dams give the hiker many opportunities to
view wildlife.
Directions:
Parker Dam State Park is in northern Clearfield County. From Interstate
80, take Exit 18 onto Route 153 North for 5.5 miles. Turn right onto Mud Run
Road, and then drive 2.5 miles to the park.
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