Farnsworth Cabin
Farnsworth Cabin is tucked away in the northwest portion of Pennsylvania's Allegheny National Forest. Built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps, the stone cabin is conveniently located 8.5 miles northwest of Sheffield. It was renovated in 2010 and now provides a variety of modern amenities, including electricity and heating, as well as telephone service, Direct TV, and internet. Visitors to the area enjoy fishing, hunting and viewing wildlife. The cabin can be accessed by vehicle, however mud during the rainy seasons can inhibit road travel. They should be aware of current weather conditions and the weather during their stay.
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Site mix
| Cabins with electric | 1 |
Site guide
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| Site | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farnsworth | 60 | Gravel | Partial | Yes / – | Riverfront | 8 / 4 | Yes | Yes | Prime |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Max vehicle length | 20 ft |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Fee to reserve is $145 per night for 4 people. $10.00 per night for additional people above the four. You will receive an email, or call, Allegheny Site Management with a credit card for deposit. Also, a $25 per pet, per stay will be charged at this time. |
| Accessibility | Site Farnsworth is listed accessible |
The two-bedroom cabin is fully accessible and includes a kitchen, living room and bathroom. Two queen-size beds, two sets of bunks and a sofa sleeper are provided with mattresses, to accommodate up to eight people. The kitchen has a refrigerator with freezer, a microwave, basic pots and pans, cooking and eating utensils, dishes, a small crock pot and a coffee maker. A table, chairs and other seating throughout the house is also provided. The cabin is equipped with electricity and electric forced air heating. There is a television and dvd player, along with Direct TV. Wireless internet is also available. An electric fireplace is also provided. The cabin has running water and indoor plumbing, including hot and cold running water, a flush toilet and shower. Outside is a yard with a fire ring, picnic table, outdoor furniture and a charcoal grill. Guests are required to clean the cabin, including dishes and floors, and carry out all trash prior to leaving. Basic cleaning supplies and equipment are available at the cabin.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
If traveling on Route 6, in the town of Claredon, turn at the street light onto Railroad Road, continue toward Chapman Dam. Turn left on Farnsworth Rd. travel approximately 7 miles and the cabin will be on your right, look for the Trout Hatchery sign.
| Nearest town | Clarendon, Pennsylvania |
| Coordinates | 41.7103° N, 79.1650° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- Although fishing is not permitted in the hatchery ponds or raceways, nearby Farnsworth Stream is stocked and fishing is permitted.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 10.1 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Field Street Boots ↗ | 18.6 mi |
| RV sales & service | Fame RV Park ↗ | 50.6 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
- 14.7 miPenoke Trail: Penoke Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 2 miAsl #31 Farnsworth2.5 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 2.9 miPenny Run Ski0.7 mi trail · hiking, bike, snowshoe, ski
- 2.9 miPenny Run1.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.5 miToms Run Ski3.1 mi trail · hiking, bike, snowshoe, ski
- 3.5 miToms Run3.1 mi trail · hiking, bike
- 3.7 miIronwood Ski0.9 mi trail · hiking, bike, snowshoe, ski
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Allegheny National Forest.
- inAllegheny National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 740,869 acres
- 5 miHickory Creek Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 8,633 acres
- 11.1 miAllegheny Islands Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 372 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
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Natural features
The cabin is set in a partially shaded area that has black cherry and beech trees, scattered hemlock and clumps of oak, maple and birch. In the nearby Hickory Creek area, there is an understory of abundant wildflowers, ferns, shrubs and mosses. Large white pine can be found scattered in open areas. Bears, deer, turkeys, barred owls, and pileated woodpecker are common in the area. Small native brook trout can be found in the Farnsworth Stream, as well as other area creeks and streams, of which there are plenty.
Recreation
A dam was also built at the hatchery in the 1930s, to slow and divert water flowing in the stream to the concrete raceways and ponds to provide cold water habitat to raise young trout fingerlings. Guests are expected to respect the trout hatchery. Absolutely no fishing in the ponds or raceways. The trout can be viewed, but nothing should be disturbed. The Hickory Creek Wilderness Area is just a few miles from the cabin. Chapman Lake in Chapman State Park, which is adjacent to the forest, Allegheny River and Tionesta Creek are also within a short distance of the cabin. Hunting on the area's ample public lands is also enjoyed by visitors to the area.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Farnsworth Cabin?
Sites at Farnsworth Cabin are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Farnsworth Cabin?
Fee to reserve is $145 per night for 4 people. $10.00 per night for additional people above the four. You will receive an email, or call, Allegheny Site Management with a credit card for deposit.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Farnsworth Cabin?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Farnsworth Cabin have?
1 site, including 1 cabin with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Farnsworth Cabin?
The longest site here provides 20 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Farnsworth Cabin have hookups?
Yes, water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Farnsworth Cabin?
The cabin has running water and indoor plumbing, including hot and cold running water, a flush toilet and shower.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Farnsworth Cabin?
Yes, pets are allowed at Farnsworth Cabin. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Farnsworth Cabin?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Farnsworth Cabin?
Site Farnsworth is listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Farnsworth Cabin?
A dam was also built at the hatchery in the 1930s, to slow and divert water flowing in the stream to the concrete raceways and ponds to provide cold water habitat to raise young trout fingerlings. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Farnsworth Cabin?
Clarendon, Pennsylvania.
Source: Getting there