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Canoe Creek State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,585 Google reviews · Running trail in Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
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- Shape
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- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Canoe Creek State Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
This 958-acre park with a lake for boating offers hiking trails, picnic areas & rentable cabins.
What runners say about Canoe Creek State Park
“The cabin was very clean, aside from the lamps that needed dusted.”
“Gorgeous park with a nice beach area, fishing areas, boat rentals, and concession stand (concession stand only open on weekends 🫤).”
Canoe Creek State Park is definitely in my top 10 PA state parks to go visit. I started my visit by stopping in the park office first which had me encountering the amazing staff behind the counter. The lady was more than willing to help me get my maps and make recommendations about the park.
Fabulous at every season. In the summer this beautiful lake with its sandy beach is packed with families, in the fall it’s beautiful trails are enchanting. A great space for parties, walking, biking or strolling, with a great food sack and a spot to kayak (your own or rental). I love the trails.
Nice state park with a variety of hiking trails. Modern cabins only, very nice. Very large lake, beach area, snack shack in beach area, boat rental, plenty of fishing spots, disc golf course, education center, pavilions, free book libraries both at the education center and the cabin area (large bird house like…
This park has a suburban feel. You can see the nearby houses from several spots in the park and much of the tree growth is low. There are large areas of mowed grass. Camping is limited to eight modern cabins. There's a swimming beach on a nice lake, and there's changing rooms and concession stand with a patio.
Trail conditions & character
“Gorgeous park with a nice beach area, fishing areas, boat rentals, and concession stand (concession stand only open on weekends 🫤).”
“A lot of locals like to go there to walk their dogs.”
Plan your run at Canoe Creek State Park
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitepa.gov
- Phone+1 814-695-6807
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Hours
| Monday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am–8 pm |
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