EXPLORE FROM YOUR CAMPSITE
Location
From your campsite access kid and dog friendly trails for hiking, biking and ATV.
Rustic Acres borders State Game Lands and The North Country Trail with a 2 mile path leading down to Paint Creek. This is a great spot to pack a picnic and explore the local swimming holes.
Down the street you will find the start of Rail 66 Country Trail, a non-motorized 4-season trail that extends 20 miles through the scenic countryside. Walk or bike to Lost in the Wilds Brewery, or venture up to Cook Forest. This mostly paved path follows old railroad lines (rails to trails) and has mild pitches, making it perfect for all ages and four-legged friends.
Take a short 5 mile drive to the town of Clarion for shopping, dining and retail stores. Rustic Acres is nestled in the woods, but still so close to the amenities of town.
EXPLORE FROM YOUR CAMPSITE
Location
From your campsite access kid and dog friendly trails for hiking, biking and ATV.
Rustic Acres borders State Game Lands and The North Country Trail with a 2 mile path leading down to Paint Creek. This is a great spot to pack a picnic and explore the local swimming holes.
Down the street you will find the start of Rail 66 Country Trail, a non-motorized 4-season trail that extends 20 miles through the scenic countryside. Walk or bike to Lost in the Wilds Brewery, or venture up to Cook Forest. This mostly paved path follows old railroad lines (rails to trails) and has mild pitches, making it perfect for all ages and four-legged friends.
Take a short 5 mile drive to the town of Clarion for shopping, dining and retail stores. Rustic Acres is nestled in the woods, but still so close to the amenities of town.
ACTIVITIES
Experience Outdoor Adventures
- State & National Forests
- Hiking/Biking Trails
- Water Activities
- Family Activities
- Golf
- Winter
- Hunting/Fishing
- Cook Forest State Park
The 8,500-acre Cook Forest State Park and 3,136-acre Clarion River Lands lie in scenic northwestern Pennsylvania. Known for its stands of old growth forest, the park’s Forest Cathedral of towering white pines and hemlocks is a National Natural Landmark. A scenic 13-mile stretch of the Clarion River flows through Cook Forest State Park and is popular for canoeing, kayaking, and tubing.
- Clear Creek State Forest Clarion County
Clear Creek State Forest is 16,229 acres in Jefferson, Clarion, Forest, and two other counties with many of those acres along the Clarion and Allegheny Rivers.
- Allegheny National Forest
Hundreds of miles of trails designated for hiking, bicycling, equestrian, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, dirtbike, and ATV riding. Outdoor recreation including swimming, boating, fishing, hunting, picnicking, and camping.
- Clarion Loop Trail
Three-mile loop spur added to North Country Trail connecting Clarion to the Clarion River that winds through hemlocks and hardwoods, passing over creeks and rocks until you reach the river.
- Cook Forest Sensory Trail
¼-mile paved loop for blind and physically disabled with braille/raised letter signage, a guide cable, sturdy benches, and a picnic area at the trail head.
- North Country Trail: Clarion
Explore the nationally recognized Clarion River and Toby Creek watershed as you make your way through Clarion County to the resort town of Foxburg.
- Rail 66 Country Trail
Four-season, non-motorized trail that extends 20 paved miles through scenic northern Clarion County, stretching from Route 322 in Paint Township to Vowinckel. Connects to North Country Trail.
- Float The Clarion River
Family tubing, canoeing and kayaking on the Clarion River. Half day and full day adventures from Cook Forest.
- Clarion River: Toby Boat Launch
Public boat launch and dock with no usage fees. Spend a day boating on Piney Reservoir on the wild and scenic Clarion River.
- Kahle Lake
251-acre reservoir. Electric and unpowered boats only. Boat ramp and parking available. Big Bass Program Regulations. Fishing includes musky, walleye, crappie, and perch. Great for kayaking and canoeing.
- Clarion Pool YMCA
Large swimming pool for all ages- handicap accessible, food available, volleyball court, play area for kids, with five pavilions and picnic areas for parties.
- Clarion County Park
The County Park offers a variety of sports facilities, including fields, courts, and a picnic area with pavilions, grills, and accessible options. There's also a playground and garden for kids, as well as facilities for animals and livestock.
- Cook Forest Fun Park
A premier family fun park located in scenic Cook Forest, Pennsylvania. Offering Go-Karts, Bumper Boats, 18-hole Miniature golf course with waterfalls, streams, and colorful koi fish ponds , Sky-Rapids Waterslide, Fun Park Grill and gift shop. We serve Hershey ice cream. We also offer a large, private pavilion with electric and grills. And new for 2019, luxury log cabin rentals making us the place for good fun since 1982!
- Escape Room Clarion
Escape Room Clarion is a unique and interactive entertainment experience that is great for co-worker team building, couples looking for something different to do on date night, bachelor or bachelorette parties, birthdays and other celebrations, and perfect for a group of friends looking for a challenge and a lot of fun!
- Clarion Library
The Clarion Free Library Association began actively recruiting members in February, 1914 for the support and fundraising for a Free Public Library in the area. This Association supported the idea of libraries being “centers for education, sane entertainment, and social activities” in addition to the general circulation of books; they wanted to toss out the outdated idea of a library “being merely a storehouse for books.”
- Horseback Riding
Imagine riding your horse amongst wild elk or exploring the vast expanse of the Allegheny National Forest. You can also enjoy guided trail rides with private stables near Cook Forest State Park or experience the thrills and spills of professional rodeo.
- Clarion Oaks Golf Club
The 18-hole Clarion Oaks course at the Clarion Oaks Golf Club facility in Clarion, features 7085 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72.
- Foxburg Country Club
Foxburg Country Club Is The Oldest Golf Course In Continuous Use In The United States. Every hole is loaded with iconic moments. Soak in the history, all while experiencing golf’smost memorable holes and shots.
- Hi-Level Golf Course
A third-generation family business located in rural Western Pennsylvania. After 56 years in continuous ownership by the Hess family, the course retains its historic charm and design, while keeping up with the newest golf innovations.
- Fore Factory Golf Simulator
Indoor golf simulators for individuals and groups. Not every day in PA has perfect weather, golf anyways.
- Cross Country / Snowshoe
There are many wonderful trails around town for cross country ski and snowshoe enthusiasts.
- Cook Forest
Cook Forest is open year round for outdoor recreation and offers winter events.
- Birding
Some of the most conspicuous and charismatic birds are most easily seen in the winter months.
- State Game Land Bordering Rustic Acres
- Rustic Acres
Rustic Acres borders 3000 acres of State Game Lands. Walk from your camper to hunting lands! Book your winter stay today.
- License
Seasonal information for hunting and fishing licenses.
- Pennsylvania Wilds
The Pennsylvania Wilds is a game hunter’s paradise and an angler's perfect retreat.
- Fishing Reports
Year round fishing season on the Clarion River.
ACTIVITIES
Experience Outdoor Adventures
- State & National Forests
- Hiking/Biking Trails
- Water Activities
- Family Activities
- Golf
- Winter
- Hunting/Fishing
- Cook Forest State Park
The 8,500-acre Cook Forest State Park and 3,136-acre Clarion River Lands lie in scenic northwestern Pennsylvania. Known for its stands of old growth forest, the park’s Forest Cathedral of towering white pines and hemlocks is a National Natural Landmark. A scenic 13-mile stretch of the Clarion River flows through Cook Forest State Park and is popular for canoeing, kayaking, and tubing.
- Clear Creek State Forest Clarion County
Clear Creek State Forest is 16,229 acres in Jefferson, Clarion, Forest, and two other counties with many of those acres along the Clarion and Allegheny Rivers.
- Allegheny National Forest
Hundreds of miles of trails designated for hiking, bicycling, equestrian, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, dirtbike, and ATV riding. Outdoor recreation including swimming, boating, fishing, hunting, picnicking, and camping.
- Clarion Loop Trail
Three-mile loop spur added to North Country Trail connecting Clarion to the Clarion River that winds through hemlocks and hardwoods, passing over creeks and rocks until you reach the river.
- Cook Forest Sensory Trail
¼-mile paved loop for blind and physically disabled with braille/raised letter signage, a guide cable, sturdy benches, and a picnic area at the trail head.
- North Country Trail: Clarion
Explore the nationally recognized Clarion River and Toby Creek watershed as you make your way through Clarion County to the resort town of Foxburg.
- Rail 66 Country Trail
Four-season, non-motorized trail that extends 20 paved miles through scenic northern Clarion County, stretching from Route 322 in Paint Township to Vowinckel. Connects to North Country Trail.
- Float The Clarion River
Family tubing, canoeing and kayaking on the Clarion River. Half day and full day adventures from Cook Forest.
- Clarion River: Toby Boat Launch
Public boat launch and dock with no usage fees. Spend a day boating on Piney Reservoir on the wild and scenic Clarion River.
- Kahle Lake
251-acre reservoir. Electric and unpowered boats only. Boat ramp and parking available. Big Bass Program Regulations. Fishing includes musky, walleye, crappie, and perch. Great for kayaking and canoeing.
- Clarion Pool YMCA
Large swimming pool for all ages- handicap accessible, food available, volleyball court, play area for kids, with five pavilions and picnic areas for parties.
- Clarion County Park
The County Park offers a variety of sports facilities, including fields, courts, and a picnic area with pavilions, grills, and accessible options. There's also a playground and garden for kids, as well as facilities for animals and livestock.
- Cook Forest Fun Park
A premier family fun park located in scenic Cook Forest, Pennsylvania. Offering Go-Karts, Bumper Boats, 18-hole Miniature golf course with waterfalls, streams, and colorful koi fish ponds , Sky-Rapids Waterslide, Fun Park Grill and gift shop. We serve Hershey ice cream. We also offer a large, private pavilion with electric and grills. And new for 2019, luxury log cabin rentals making us the place for good fun since 1982!
- Escape Room Clarion
Escape Room Clarion is a unique and interactive entertainment experience that is great for co-worker team building, couples looking for something different to do on date night, bachelor or bachelorette parties, birthdays and other celebrations, and perfect for a group of friends looking for a challenge and a lot of fun!
- Clarion Library
The Clarion Free Library Association began actively recruiting members in February, 1914 for the support and fundraising for a Free Public Library in the area. This Association supported the idea of libraries being “centers for education, sane entertainment, and social activities” in addition to the general circulation of books; they wanted to toss out the outdated idea of a library “being merely a storehouse for books.”
- Horseback Riding
Imagine riding your horse amongst wild elk or exploring the vast expanse of the Allegheny National Forest. You can also enjoy guided trail rides with private stables near Cook Forest State Park or experience the thrills and spills of professional rodeo.
- Clarion Oaks Golf Club
The 18-hole Clarion Oaks course at the Clarion Oaks Golf Club facility in Clarion, features 7085 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72.
- Foxburg Country Club
Foxburg Country Club Is The Oldest Golf Course In Continuous Use In The United States. Every hole is loaded with iconic moments. Soak in the history, all while experiencing golf’smost memorable holes and shots.
- Hi-Level Golf Course
A third-generation family business located in rural Western Pennsylvania. After 56 years in continuous ownership by the Hess family, the course retains its historic charm and design, while keeping up with the newest golf innovations.
- Fore Factory Golf Simulator
Indoor golf simulators for individuals and groups. Not every day in PA has perfect weather, golf anyways.
- Cross Country / Snowshoe
There are many wonderful trails around town for cross country ski and snowshoe enthusiasts.
- Cook Forest
Cook Forest is open year round for outdoor recreation and offers winter events.
- Birding
Some of the most conspicuous and charismatic birds are most easily seen in the winter months.
- State Game Land Bordering Rustic Acres
- Rustic Acres
Rustic Acres borders 3000 acres of State Game Lands. Walk from your camper to hunting lands! Book your winter stay today.
- License
Seasonal information for hunting and fishing licenses.
- Pennsylvania Wilds
The Pennsylvania Wilds is a game hunter’s paradise and an angler's perfect retreat.
- Fishing Reports
Year round fishing season on the Clarion River.
AREA INFO
Local Attractions
When it comes to finding the perfect getaway destination, Rustic Acres RV Resort and Campground ticks all the boxes. Nestled amidst the picturesque beauty of nature, this charming location offers a plethora of attractions and activities that cater to the preferences of every traveler. Whether you are an adventure seeker, a nature enthusiast, or simply seeking relaxation, Rustic Acres has something for everyone.