The 52-acre Locust Lake is located between two campgrounds and is surrounded by beautiful forests. Hiking and fishing are popular activities in the 1,089-acre park. Directions Located seven miles north of Pottsville, three miles south of Mahonoy City, eight miles west of Tamaqua and six miles west of Tuscarora State Park. The park is two miles southwest of the PA Route 54 Interchange of I-81 or SR 1006 from Saint Clair to Mahonoy City. Tenting is permitted on the north side of the lake and the trailer facilities are located on the south side of the lake.
All areas are within easy access to swimming, boating, fishing and hiking facilities.
All campsites are located in a wooded area and have a parking pad, picnic table, fire ring and a cleared area for camping equipment. There are also a number of walk-in sites. Campground conveniences include modern restrooms and wash houses with shower facilities. A sanitary dump station is located on the trailer side of the lake. Go to camping for more information.