Camping Cook Forest State Park, PA

[@susankerr9521]

Glad you found this gem. It's a favorite among the "locals" of several counties.

[@Paladin70]

I’ve been going to Cook Forest since I was in diapers, I’m now 72 and we spend a week a couple times a year there with the kids and grandkids. Hikes aren’t as long as they used to be but still take the grandkids, as well as canoeing or tubing the Clarion River (one of the most scenic in PA, I think), trail riding at a couple local stables, and even hitting the water slide, miniature golf and GoKarts. Also, the fire tower is a must with the grandkids every trip. What can I say, I’m a cool grandpa!!😁

[@joseleswopes1400]

The Deer are so beautiful 🥰

[@PaRoughandTumble]

Welcome to Cook Forest . That's where I grew up and still live close by .

[@willmears1111]

Our Western PA favorites: Cook Forest, Prince Gallitzin, Ohiopyle, Raccoon Creek and Kinzua Bridge. There are so many great large and small state parks in PA, and there are almost no bad ones. You bring back wonderful memories.

[@JayMumper]

I'm glad to see you at Cook Forest! I've been all around there every year for 52+ years. So many good memories. I hope you enjoyed your time there.

[@carolb29]

how great to camp with critters and great neighbors too

[@dankozy3257]

Nice ,love old growth. Cook forest is a neat forest park with lots to do with the whole family.

[@WIZ-IN-PA]

Glad to see that your fire wasn't too close to your tent. After the cheesy enchilada meal and mixed fruit, you could've blown a crater the size of Blue Marsh Lake!

[@lindamccaughey6669]

Thanks so much Cliff, that was fabulous. Great neighbours you have two legged and four. What a lovely camp ground. Thanks so much for bringing me along. Please stay safe and take care

[@johnirby493]

The squirrels and chipmunks love pistachios, too.

[@WALTERZOLNA]

That's very unfortunate to hear about the "longfellow pine" falling. I haven't heard about that elsewhere. I have had the fortune to visit Cook Forest twice and it is a fabulous place, The Forest Cathedral truly is magnificent, now watching this has me longing to return, cant wait to see your hike through the old growth!

[@bridgetcornman4495]

The squirrels and chipmunks want those Pistachios! Enjoy your visit!!

[@bertkelly7650]

Yes, the chippies were prevalent at Worlds end SP last month I was camping there. I gave them a burnt bag of popcorn that disappeared before I woke up the next morning. Nice video of the deer. 53 years? They must really like that park! Some campers at Worlds end have been going since they were kids and are bringing their kids...the tradition continues I guess.

[@debbiehills2928]

awww the twins are sharing their land with you!!! so beautiful there!

[@aliciamott1396]

Well this was brilliant. !!!! I really enjoyed it ! Going to have fun rewatching !! Thx

[@pauljustin9401]

Hey those deer know your a good person

[@areguapiri]

...you're...

[@bruinsfan8278]

Save your water and bring some Wet Wipes, or Splurge and Get some Dude Wipes! Greatest invention since TP!

[@sonplusone7059]

That was one of my favorite videos. Love to see when your camping as I’m afraid to sleep in a tent. I’m afraid of the visitors.

[@wanderingoutyonder]

Lol - the best neighbors EVER! Western PA is gorgeous! Looks like a very nice adventure!

[@marylutyger675]

We camped at Cook Forest many times in the late 1950s and early 1960s. The swimming was in a spring-fed pond/lake and even in summer was COLD! Nice hiking. Love the chippies!

[@kateclark7250]

I have always loved Cook Forest. It's an awesome place. And yes, the wildlife is very tame. I am glad you enjoyed your visit there.

[@SueGirling68]

Hi Cliff, it was so cool to see the Doe and her Fawns, such beautiful animals. What a lovely location, those chipmunks are cheeky lol. Thank you for sharing, much love. xx ❤

[@brookeshaffer4377]

Great video🌟Many thanks Cliff🌲

[@Julie-ms9ss]

The camping videos are my favorite. This was a pretty place , and really neat with all the friendly animals and neighbors. Thanks for sharing .

[@gregmiskinis4373]

You need to take the road along the Clarion river north out of Cook Forest all the way up to the Arroyo Bridge. Great views of the river and some historical markers along the road that explains some of the history of the area

[@K-Anne_]

I was hoping for the same!!

[@oldguyinthewoods]

Beautiful area you are in. Great video. You have a good disposition. Very calm and down to earth. Really enjoyed the deer and chipmunk.

[@tomtransport]

Hey Cliff thanks for taking me camping. Nice the neighbors were all so friendly including the furry ones. Chipmunks are naturally friendly, I have a few that come up to me and take peanuts from my hand, load one in each pouch one in mouth and off they go to their home. Deer I think that forage near campsites get used to people but will still keep their distance. I have a few that wait by the feeder I fill everyday. Deer corn just doubled in (from last year) price. 50 lb. is really up. I think That's because, like anything else, the price of diesel to get it to market. 20 lb. bags of wild bird food is up from just two weeks ago. I hope they can get by with less as I now have to do being on a fixed income.

[@nobillclinton]

Many memories from my youth. . .cook's forest. . .we had great fun canoeing & tubing on the Clarion River. . .lots of water snakes though. . .we used to do horseback riding over the line in Jefferson County. . .make no mistake you are in bear country. . .if you go up to Allegheny National Forrest for primitive camping, cook early in the day only. . .keep your cooler and all food in Naomi or hang your stuff in trees with parachute cord FAR FROM YOUR TENT. . .some unsolicited advice from a 'seasoned citizen' viewer. . .thanks for bringing back the memories, Cliff.

[@mh-im2kq]

Your camping videos are awesome.. enjoy them so much

[@betsylucey3156]

The wandering woodsman you should get a three room tent and should get those big machines to recharge your phone and laptop ok and get a blow up mattress you can put everything inside the tent ok you can put your stove and fireplace ok

[@douglaslangella7782]

I had coffee out of my Naomi mug this morning.

[@glennmorrell4907]

When we camped there a few years ago we were at a campsite at the back of the campground. We saw plenty of deer at night and in the early morning. They just piled out of the woods and grazed the field behind us. It was wonderful…

[@GreggObst]

The area you camped on was what I would consider to be more of the family areas of that campground. The next time you are there check out the "Back section" loops where you camp in a forest of giant white pine. The deer are everywhere back there. It's so amazing in that area and it has a much more remote feel to it like you are camping in the thick of it rather than with the weekend warriors. The showers and bathrooms need a little modernization but it still ranks as one of my favorite PA campgrounds overall.

[@JimmyBeanz13]

I'm from Erie originally and used to go there all the time! I went to Pitt Titusville. Kinzua area is cool, I was there before and after the railroad bridge got blown down by a tornado. Erie has a lot of 1812 history and the most amazing sunsets in the world if you make it north a little more!

[@nobillclinton]

Cliff would love Presque Isle. Beautiful birds.

[@JimmyBeanz13]

@@nobillclinton He sure would! I used to live just east of Erie along the lakeshore in grape country. I miss the fishing, sunsets, smell of grapes in the fall the most. What I don't miss is the horrible winters and lack of mountains lol. South Central PA is home now

[@noreenswartz4163]

Thank you for sharing your wonderful videos

[@joseleswopes1400]

Nothing like Enchiladas, Cheese or Beef, Red and or Green Chili with Eggs on Top, sour cream and garnish. You can't tell I live in Albuquerque NM, where Mexican Food is tops 🙌 We are doing Mexican Food tonight too 🥰

[@randomadventures2.0]

I haven't tried the cheesy Encinitas yet and seeing your review think I might pass lol Very nice camping location. Good toilet paper and water tip. Looking forward to your hike!

[@thewanderingwoodsman7227]

yeah, I couldn't finish that meal....

[@randomadventures2.0]

@@thewanderingwoodsman7227 Yeah didn't look appetizing lol summer some of their meals are really good I know they're cheesy lasagna is real good but tonight I'm stealth camping and I made a ramen noodle, tuna, peanut butter, mayonnaiseand olive oil soup meal you'll have to check it out on my next video it'll probably be up tomorrow

[@harolynallison485]

The adventure meals are very good I use them when I camp. Pretty tasty

[@areguapiri]

Being inside a nice comfy tent is cool.

[@kategrossi8717]

Yesss! Love to see you in my neck of the woods! I used to work at one of the trail riding stables in Cook Forest. Super cool. Also super cool to see others in the comments familiar with this area too. So cool!

[@Spyderzax1]

Great video! We just stayed there a few weeks back. We were over run by Raccoons at night, we were prepared. Love your series and your adventures!

[@Lizsparkreview]

Heading there in a few weeks, we can't wait! We have never stayed at the campground before

[@joseleswopes1400]

Keep all paper products covered because Chipmunks and Squirrels love to eat them. I know from experience 🥰

[@Musicfan53-ww4jm]

Cook's Forest is great. I have done a ton of backpacking there. Seen a black bear and her two cubs from about 50 feet on the trail in front of us. That got the blood pumping.

[@debbiehills2928]

Thanks!

[@thewanderingwoodsman7227]

Thank you!

[@JamesRobertSmith]

I've been waiting for you to review this park.

[@therusticcollectionebaysto7028]

Thank you 🙏

[@darlenegood4101]

The deer are telling you that this campsite is already taken, you will have to move...lol

[@kippbachurski4766]

Love Cooks Forest, we just returned from there!

[@mountainsintomemories]

I love the Harper’s Ferry shirt! That’s one of our favorite places, and one I definitely want to get back to. Cook Forest is on my list as well, I’ve unfortunately never been there. I’m guessing the trees up there are a bit bigger than Laurel Hill?

[@thewanderingwoodsman7227]

Overall, yes they were bigger than Laurel hill.

[@enrico7342]

Two words. charmen wipes

[@harolynallison485]

This is one of my favorite places, the next favorite place is Gettysburg.

[@JimmyBeanz13]

I relocated to Michaux Forest, South Mountain where the confederates came through on way to Gettysburg. It is a nice area

[@superditdit48]

Chipmunk crawling up your leg. I think I better leave that one alone. I do not want to get banned. BUT wonder if the wild animals would have liked your cheesy enchilada? Nice little camping spot with friendly neighbors and popcorn!

[@gregggoss2210]

The chipmunk was looking for nuts.

[@superditdit48]

@@gregggoss2210 good thing he had on his tighty whities

[@nickmad887]

Good video

[@aliciamott1396]

Oh this is soooo good !!!!!!

[@mikearmstead8358]

You haven't put any new videos up for me to mention this but my family and I sent you today a Christmas gift with a Christmas Card. I hope you get to read this for you to know this. Merry Christmas to your family Cliff or W.W

[@nancyrobertson550]

Make sure they don’t get into your car. They totaled our pull along Jeep. They love wiring. Yum yum.from Texas USA

[@krisg2355]

What do you use to charge your electrical stuff(phone/computer) if you’re staying in a non-electrical site? I’m a big fan of the Clarion River!

[@RSFred555]

yeah....Jiffy pop

[@jamesvw769]

For a minute you looked like you were going to blow chunks. Should have fired up a grill and made some bugers.

[@hiworldstephensonultranate290]

hi ww brian Ireland

[@therusticcollectionebaysto7028]

New sub ! Liked 🙏👏👍

[@hiworldstephensonultranate290]

hi BEAR

[@lindagolden9892]

I don’t understand why you don’t bring along a medium sized cooler with 1-2 bags of ice in it to store your leftovers. Just sharing how one can always doctor up anything cooked with additional spices, rice, beans, assorted meats/sausages, potatoes, noodles, veggies, broth, gravy, etc. to be more tasteful. Shame to overindulge or throw away leftovers when you could simply take home and adjust flavorings for another meal. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@hiworldstephensonultranate290]

june 18th its 29th July here

[@dayhikedave]

🐿🐿🐿🐿🐿

[@1corinthians-138]

What a nice spot, sure beats the caterpillar camp. The fawns were beautiful, and so nice of the neighbors to bring you popcorn. 😊