Directions to Cook Forest State Park

From the East:

  • Take Exit 78 off of I-80

  • Follow PA 36 north directly to the park in Cooksburg.

From the West:

  • Take Exit 60 off of I-80

  • Follow PA 66 north to Leeper.

  • From Leeper, follow PA 36 south, seven miles to the park.

Directions to River Road Shelter

Route 36 is the main route that runs through the park.

  • Follow Rt. 36 to where it crosses the Clarion River.

  • River Road will be near the intersection of the bridge over the river.

  • MacBeth's Cabins and Country Store are also at the intersection. (see picture below)

  • Follow River Road for approximately one mile.

  • River Road Shelter is on the left side. Public restrooms are next to it.