While the park is small in size, it is surrounded by a massive block of state forest land comprising more than 70,000 acres. The park provides visitor services and a base for those seeking low-density recreation on this vast expanse of public land. The park is easily reached from the north by turning west off U.S. Route 322 east of Potters Mills onto the Crowfield or Stone Creek roads. From the west and south access is somewhat more difficult since a series of Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, township, and state forest roads must be traversed. To make a visit more enjoyable, users should obtain a copy of the Rothrock State Forest Public Use Map from Greenwood Furnace State Park Office or the Bureau of Forestry in Huntingdon.
Water is available from fountains at two locations and comfort facilities are nearby.
The shelter is reservable. Drinking water, vault latrine, and handwashing facilities are nearby. Due to the isolated location, Penn Roosevelt provides a real opportunity to get away from the noise and electric lights. The small 3.5-acre lake at the confluence of Sassafras Run and Standing Stone Creek is not stocked, but those interested in catching a wily native brook trout would do well to bring their fishing gear. The stream below the dam is stocked in the spring.