Cherry Springs State Park
Coudersport, PA
A hilltop field with some of the darkest skies in the eastern US, certified as an International Dark Sky Park. Use red lights only; the public night-sky viewing area is free, and moonless nights from spring to autumn are best.
- Nearest town
- Coudersport, PA
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 41.6630, -77.8230
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and October. Cold, short days in December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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- Hemlock CampgroundCampsite13 mi from Cherry Springs State ParkTentsCaravansElectricityShowersToilets
- Snyder's Family CampgroundCampsite14 mi from Cherry Springs State ParkTentsCaravansShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- Campground at Sinnemahoning State ParkCampsite19 mi from Cherry Springs State ParkTentsCaravansDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- Canyon Country CampgroundCampsite20 mi from Cherry Springs State ParkTentsCaravansElectricityShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- Pettecote Junction CampgroundCampsite22 mi from Cherry Springs State ParkTentsCaravansElectricityShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- Stony Fork Creek CampgroundCampsite23 mi from Cherry Springs State ParkTentsCaravansElectricityShowersToiletsWaste disposal
All campsites in Pennsylvania · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Cherry Springs State Park?
Cherry Springs State Park is in Coudersport, PA, at GPS 41.6630, -77.8230. It is about 10 mi from Galeton.
Can you camp near Cherry Springs State Park?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Leos Landing Equestrian Campground, about 7 mi away; within 25 mi there are 26 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Cherry Springs State Park?
Cherry Springs State Park is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Pennsylvania Wilds: Pine Creek Gorge, dark skies and Kinzua and Gorge, starry skies and elk – by camper through the Pennsylvania Wilds.
What is there to see near Cherry Springs State Park?
Places worth a stop nearby: Leonard Harrison State Park (19 mi), Kinzua Bridge State Park (40 mi), Corning Museum of Glass (52 mi) and Letchworth State Park (64 mi).
When is the best time to visit Cherry Springs State Park?
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)