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    River Trail, Pipeline Trail Closures

    On Monday, December 16, 2024, the Kennerdell Bridge will be closed to vehicle access for well-plugging activities.

    Additionally, River Trail and a portion of Pipeline Trail will be closed to equestrian use until further notice.

    Please use caution while hiking on these trails as you may encounter truck traffic until operations are complete. 

    McKeever Center Construction

    Please be advised that construction activities at the McKeever Center in Mercer County are ongoing.

    Marked trails will remain open, but the area around the buildings is currently closed and will continue to be closed throughout the construction project.

    Firewood Permits Available by Phone

    It is preferred that firewood permits are obtained by phone at this time.

    To prevent delays in processing, please call the Clear Creek Forest District office a week in advance at 814-226-1901.

    Chronic Wasting Disease

    Chronic Wasting Disease, which is an always fatal disease to deer and elk, has been detected in all, or portions of Bald Eagle State Forest.

    Hunters should be aware of special rules and regulations that apply to deer harvested within the Disease Management Area. It is recommended that those deer be tested for the disease.

    More information about chronic wasting disease can be found on the Pennsylvania Game Commission and the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture websites.

    In addition, the Pennsylvania Game Commission provides information about deer processors in the Disease Management Area.

    Don’t Move Firewood

    To help protect the forest from invasive insects that can kill trees and devastate the ecosystem, please do not​​ transport firewood over long distances.

    Firewood can harbor insects such as emerald ash borer. Cut or purchase your firewood where you intend to burn it.​​