Driving Directions

Cherry Springs State Park is located on Pennsylvania Route 44 approximately 10 miles southeast of Coudersport in North Central Pennsylvania. As you may expect in a place that is not troubled by light pollution, the Cherry Springs site is rather remote. The local roads, though well maintained, are not Interstate Highways. There are many twists and turns, so please remember this when you plan your driving time.

There are several different routes that you can take when driving to Cherry Springs. This area is criss-crossed with roads that interconnect. So instead of giving a confusing array of route numbers, we will give directions that have a minimum of route changes. We can also offer direction help to those who need it via e-mail. So be sure to look at the map first, and enjoy your trip to the Black Forest Star Party!

From the North and West Take US Route 6 to Coudersport, then Route 6 / 44 to Sweden Valley. At Sweden Valley, take Route 44 South. This will take you directly into Cherry Springs.	From the North and East Take US Route 6 to Galeton, PA, then take Route 144 south to Carter Camp (population 2!). Take a right on Route 44 North, this will take you directly into Cherry Springs.
From the South and West Take Interstate 80 to the Snow Shoe Exit (22). Take PA Route 144 North to Renovo. Continue on Route 144 North to Carter Camp (population 2!), then turn left onto Route 44 North. This will take you directly into Cherry Springs.	From the South and East Take US Route 220 to Jersey Shore, PA, then travel north on Route 44. This will take you directly into Cherry Springs State Park.

GPS Coordinates (Approximate)

Latitude/Longitude: 41-39-53.000N / 077-49-06.000W
Elevation: 2330 ft. / 710.2 m (surveyed)

The Airport next to CSSP is NO LONGER in operation and has been officially closed.