Next meeting is August 7, 2025 at 6:00 PM. at the park amphitheater or Egbert Pavilion at Petroleum Center.
Supporting Nature and Cultural Heritage
Friends of Oil Creek State Park works to preserve, protect, and interpret Oil Creek State Park's natural environment, and cultural heritage while providing recreational, and educational opportunities for residents and visitors to the Oil Region.
PA Parks and Forests Foundation (PPFF)
Friends of Oil Creek State Park is a chapter of PPFF which is 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Through PPFF the Friends of Oil Creek State Park are able to accept memberships , grants and donations to financially support
projects in Oil Creek State Park that are not supported by DCNR.
Our volunteers work to maintain trails, assist with environmental and cultural programs, and promote activities within the park. We provide financial support for the Over the Hill Gang which provides the maintenance for the Gerard Hiking Trail.
Useful Things
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PA residents get a free test.
Park Office, Egbert Farm Day Use Area, Petroleum Center, Bike Trail Head, Gerard Hiking Trail (east) and Cow Run Shelter, Delayed Harvest Fishing, and Cross Country Ski Trails.
Bike Trail construction at Petroleum Center is scheduled for 2025. Expect disruptions and closures.
Blood Farm Day Use Area, Train Station Visitors Center, Wildcat Hollow Environmental Education Center, Wildcat Hollow Group Camping Area, and Gerard Hiking Trail (west) and Wolfkiel Shelters.
