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Lawrence Recreation Area

Lawrence Recreation Area is located near Cowanesque Lake in Tioga, PA, featuring a landscape of rolling hills and forested areas. The weather in this region typically sees highs around 80°F in summer and lows near 20°F in winter. Visitors can explore Cowanesque Lake for boating and fishing, and the nearby Pine Creek Gorge offers hiking opportunities.

Description

US Army Corps of Engineers

Cowanesque Lake

Overview

Lawrence Recreation Area is a day-use facility on the south side of Cowanesque Lake. It is conveniently located on State Route 49 approximately 4 miles west of Lawrenceville, Pennsylvania. The area offers a great location for picnicking and shoreline fishing.

Recreation

Cowanesque Lake offers many outdoor activities including boating and fishing. A variety of native fish inhabits the area's streams and lakes. The North and South Tailrace areas provide access for fishing below the dam. The fields and forests around the lake are popular destinations for hunters looking for large and small game species that inhabit the eastern hardwood forests. Many miles of hiking trails surround the lake, including the Mid State Trail, which links the trails at Cowanesque and nearby Hammond Lake into a long path that extends all the way through Pennsylvania from Maryland to New York.

Facilities

The Cayuga Shelter is reservable for group picnicking. It is fully accessible and comfortably accommodates groups of up to 100 people in a lovely lakeside setting.

Natural Features

Cowanesque Lake is situated in the Endless Mountains region of Pennsylvania, along the Allegheny Plateau in the Appalachian Mountains. The surrounding land paints a scenic picture of rolling terrain and open fields.

Fee Info

Shelter Electric Weekends $100.00

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Location

Lawrence Recreation Area is located in Pennsylvania

Detail location of campground

Directions

From US 15 South, take the Lawrenceville Exit. At the bottom of the ramp, turn right onto State Route 49. Recreation Area will be on the right approxmately 4 miles. From US 15 North, take the Lawrenceville exit. At the bottom of the ramp turn left. Recreation area will be on the right approximately 5 miles.

Address

Cowanesque Lake, 710 Ives Run Lane (mailing)
Tioga, PA 16946

Coordinates

41.9761111 N
77.1694444 W

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Site Types

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Features

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  • Picnic Table
  • Electric Hookups
  • Pets

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Reviewed Aug. 10, 2017

Yes!

Had a great few days here camped in RV next to lake. Amazing driftwood to be had. Good kayaking. Peaceful. Trees. Nice sites if close. I'd go back mid week or off season.

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  • Review photo of Lawrence Recreation Area by Rebecca E., August 10, 2017
Reviewed Aug. 22, 2016

Great caamp site

George was fantastic and helpful. It was one of the most relaxing places. Only negative was when my vacation ended.

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