Black Moshannon Lake

The 250-acre Black Moshannon Lake in Black Moshannon State Park is fed by clear springs and small streams which flow through the bogs that stretch in most directions from its shores. As the clear water flows through sphagnum moss and other wetland plants, it becomes colored by naturally occuring tannins. The lake provides habitat for warm water fishing. Black Moshannon Creek, below the lake, contains trout. Trout anglers can also enjoy their sport in several nearby streams including Six Mile and Black Bear runs.

Launch Areas / Access

Ninety mooring spaces and three boat launch areas are provided. Boat rentals are available in the summer season. They offer rowboats, paddleboats, kayaks, and canoes. Only electric powered boats are permitted.

Black Moshannon Lake (State Parks)

Mooring Area #1 (State Parks)

Off PA Route 504 in Black Moshannon State Park. At the intersection of PA Route 504 and Beaver Road (Julian Pike).
Hours of operation: 24/7
Electric motors only
Shore fishing
Parking - large lot (10 vehicles or more)
Surfaced ramp
Loading dock
Primary boating - shallow-draft, lightweight fishing boats, canoes and inflatables

Black Moshannon Lake (State Parks)

Mooring Area #2 (State Parks)

Off PA Route 504 in Black Moshannon State Park. From PA Route 504, turn south onto West Shore Drive in the state park.
Hours of operation: 24/7
Electric motors only
Shore fishing
Parking - large lot (10 vehicles or more)
Loading dock
Primary boating - canoes and other hand-carried boats

Black Moshannon Lake (State Parks)

Mooring Area #3 (State Parks)

Off PA Route 504 in Black Moshannon State Park. From PA Route 504, turn south onto West Shore Drive in the state park.
Hours of operation: 24/7
Electric motors only
Shore fishing
Parking - large lot (10 vehicles or more)
Loading dock
Primary boating - canoes and other hand-carried boats

Black Moshannon Lake (State Parks)

Mooring Area #4 (State Parks)

Off PA Route 504 in Black Moshannon State Park. From PA Route 504, turn onto south onto Beaver Road for about 3/4-mile.
Hours of operation: 24/7
Electric motors only
Shore fishing
Parking - large lot (10 vehicles or more)
Beach-type or unpaved ramp
Loading dock
Primary boating - shallow-draft, lightweight fishing boats, canoes and inflatables

Regulations & Licenses:

The operation of boats powered by internal combustion motors is prohibited.

View general fishing and boating regulatory information.

Directions

Located in Centre County on PA Route 504, nine miles east of Philipsburg

Activities