Facility Overview
Woolrich Community Park parking provides convenient, open-air surface parking located at 39 Boardman Drive in the historic village of Woolrich, just outside Lock Haven in Clinton County, Pennsylvania. Serving as the primary parking destination for the surrounding municipal park and recreational complex, this ground-level facility features paved and stabilized bays directly adjacent to recreational facilities. Because it is an unobstructed outdoor surface lot, there are no overhead clearance restrictions, making it exceptionally well-suited for high-roof commercial vans, pickup trucks, SUVs hauling sports trailers, and full-sized passenger vehicles.
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
Nestled in scenic central Pennsylvania near the Appalachian foothills, this parking area places drivers right in the heart of community and outdoor recreation:
- Woolrich Community Park Grounds: Immediate walking access to pavilions, children\'s playgrounds, baseball and softball diamonds, soccer fields, and community walking paths.
- Historic Woolrich Village: Less than a 5-minute walk (0.2 miles) to historic landmarks associated with the legendary outdoor apparel brand Woolrich, Inc.
- Pine Creek Rail Trail & Pine Creek: A short 10-to-15-minute drive connects outdoor enthusiasts to the renowned Pine Creek Gorge and rail trail trailheads for cycling and kayaking.
- Lock Haven University & Downtown Lock Haven: Situated approximately 10 to 12 minutes (around 6 miles) southwest, providing easy access to collegiate events, Susquehanna riverfront parks, restaurants, and retail shops.
Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity
The facility features direct vehicular ingress and egress off Boardman Drive, which connects seamlessly to Park Avenue and PA-150 (Woodward Avenue). Interstate 80 and US-220 are accessible within a short 10-minute drive, facilitating hassle-free highway travel to Williamsport, State College, and Bellefonte. Street layout within the park allows for easy circulation and turnaround even during busy local tournaments and summer gatherings.
Facility Amenities & Key Features
- Spacious open-air surface parking with zero vertical vehicle clearance constraints
- Designated accessible ADA parking stalls situated closest to the main pavilions and paved walkways
- Direct access to picnic pavilions, sports facilities, restrooms, and trash disposal bins
- Well-illuminated park driveways and boundary lighting for twilight departures
- 100% free parking with no meters, parking gates, or reservation requirements
Ideal For
- Families visiting the community playground, pavilions, and recreational greens
- Local sports league players, coaches, and spectators attending baseball, softball, or soccer games
- Cyclists, runners, and dog walkers exploring neighborhood routes and community trails
- Visitors attending seasonal community picnics, festivals, and school events
Visitor & Driver Tips
Parking is available free of charge during daylight hours from sunrise to sunset. On weekends with scheduled youth athletic leagues or community events, spaces closest to the ball fields can fill up rapidly, so arriving 15 to 20 minutes prior to game times is recommended. Drivers arriving during the winter months should exercise caution during early mornings when snow or ice may be present on perimeter access ways.
