Lawrence Recreation Area

Overview

Lawrence Recreation Area is a day-use facility on the south side of Cowanesque Lake. It is conveniently located on State Route 49 approximately 4 miles west of Lawrenceville, Pennsylvania. The area offers a great location for picnicking and shoreline fishing.

Operator

Army Corps of Engineers

Camping types

Tent

Fee

From $40 per night (confirm with the operator)

Reservations

Reservable online

Phone

570-835-5281

Amenities

Location

Nearby adventures

Outdoor things to do around Lawrence Recreation Area, shown on the map above. Distances are straight-line from the campground, so driving or walking will be longer; trail details are approximate. Confirm access and conditions with the land manager.

Hikes and trailheads

• Mid-State TrailHike · 320.9 mi long · Long-distance trail · 1.2 mi from campShow on map
• Crystal Hills TrailHike · 47.0 mi long · Long-distance trail · 2.4 mi from camp

  A long-distance route maintained by Finger Lakes Trail Conference.

  Show on map
• Crystal Hills TrailHike · 47.0 mi long · Long-distance trail · 2.4 mi from camp

  A long-distance route maintained by Finger Lakes Trail Conference.

  Show on map
• Green Monster LoopHike · 14.4 mi long · 14.4 mi from camp

  A loop trail.

  Show on map

Mountain biking

• Sand Run Falls TrailBike ride · 3.1 mi long · 20.3 mi from campShow on map
• Beginner's LoopBike ride · 0.9 mi long · 20.4 mi from camp

  A loop mountain-bike route.

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Scenic sights

• Rowe HillPeak · 1,657 ft · 4.8 mi from campShow on map
• Buck HillPeak · 1,877 ft · 5.3 mi from campShow on map
• Ponderosa PinesCave · 20.1 mi from campShow on map

Climbing and snow sports

• The Vila BoulderClimbing · 22.8 mi from campShow on map
• Aider's RockClimbing · 22.8 mi from campShow on map
• Ship RockClimbing · 22.8 mi from campShow on map

Trail and sight data: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

Reviews

Data sources

• Recreation.gov (RIDB) — Public domain (U.S. Government work)

Listing details come from the sources above and may be out of date. Confirm fees, dates and closures with the operator before you travel.