Paymaster's Cabin at Pine Grove Furnace State Park

Steeped in natural and historical features, the 696-acre Pine Grove Furnace State Park is at the northern tip of the Blue Ridge Mountains, in an area known as South Mountain. Visitors enjoy many recreational opportunities, including two mountain lakes, Laurel Lake and Fuller Lake, hiking the Appalachian Trail, biking the rail trail, visiting the Appalachian Trail Museum and imagining when the park was a charcoal-fired iron furnace community. The park is surrounded by Michaux State Forest, which provides opportunities for exploring extensive public lands around South Mountain.

Permit Conditions:

1. No more than one family unit or five unrelated persons per campsite. Other facilities are limited to the maximum occupancy for the facility (i.e. beds in cabins) for non-family guests. Note: Family Unit-Persons living under one household.
2. Occupant shall include at least one person 18 years of age or older.
3. Noise or conduct which could interfere with the sleep of other persons is prohibited between 9 p.m. and 8 a.m.
4. Before vacating the facility/site, occupants shall clean and properly dispose of waste.
5. Visitors are permitted only between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m.
6. This permit may not be assigned or transferred.
7. Alcoholic Beverages are prohibited in all park locations except authorized unique houses and lodges as identified by the Bureau of State Parks.
8. Failure to abide by Pennsylvania State Park Rules and Regulations.
9. For cabins,/yurts/camping cottages removal of tables, beds or other furnishings from the facility are prohibited.
10. For cabins/yurts/camping cottages, tents, camping trailers and recreation vehicles are not permitted in the area.
11. Pets are only permitted in designated areas. Overnight guest with pets must reserve designated facilities.

Violations:

Violations of park rules and regulations or violations of a condition of this permit could result in any or all of the following consequences:

1. The permit may be revoked. This would mean that the occupants would be required to vacate the facility immediately.
2. The occupants may be required to leave the park.
3. The occupants may be cited for violations of park rules and regulations, a summary offense.
4. The occupants are responsible for any loss or damages to furnishings, fixtures, equipment, or facilities that occur during or due to their occupancy.