Irwin Run Canoe Launch
Irwin Run is a small canoe launch located on a bend in the Clarion Wild and Scenic River. There is an information board and vault toilet on site.
A footpath on the upriver side of the parking area leads to Clarion River Campsite C17.
Reservations
This designated dispersed campsite is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
General Information
January - December
Open 24 hours/day
PA State Fish And Boat canoe permit required.
When visiting, please remember
As a visitor to the National Forest, you are asked to follow certain rules designed to protect the Forest, natural resources and to provide for public safety of visitors. These rules are available to you online or at any office of the Allegheny National Forest. Please take time to read and understand them. General Topic orders apply across the Forest.
No Fees are required for this site.
Boating
When boating with your dog, follow all Minnesota State boating laws.
- Use care when getting your dog in and out of the boat to ensure their safety.
- Consider both you and your dog wearing a life jacket.
- Provide shade for your pet.
- Remember to bring their food and water as it may be unsafe for them to drink lake water.
Camping
- Keep dogs on a six-foot, or shorter, leash when they are not inside a tent.
- Store dog food in bear-resistant containers and feed your pet away from the campsite.
- Pick up and bag your dog’s waste. Place it in a provided trash receptacle or pack it out.
- Do not leave your dog unattended at any time.
- Keep your dog in your tent at night.
- Ensure that there is ample water available for your pet.
Trail Use
Dogs are allowed on hiking trails, as long as they are kept on a leash. Unleashed dogs can pose a danger to your pet, the natural resources of the area, and other forest visitors.
Wildlife
- Do not allow them to interact with wildlife
- Cook Forest Canoe Rental
- Lazy River Canoe Rental
- Country Squirrel Outfitters
Address: 131 Smokey Lane Marienville, PA 16239
Phone: 814-927-6628
Hours: Monday to Friday: 8:30 am to 12:30 pm and 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 41.400179
Longitude: -78.905638
Directions
From Ridgeway
- Travel on Main St. to Spring Creek Road/Route 3002
- Travel on Spring Creek Road/Route 3002 for 10.6 miles.
- Where Route 3002/Spring Creek Road curves right turn left to access Irwin Run Canoe Launch.
Parking
There is parking for 12 cars.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Horse/Pack Animal Information
Horse/Pack animals are not allowed at this site.
Recreation Opportunities
Fishing - River/Stream Info
The Clarion River is completely fishable without a boat. It is most popular with fly fisherman.
To find out water depth and temperature visit the USGS water data website.
For information on fishing regulations and season visit the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission website.
Fish Species: trophy brown trout and smallmouth bass fishing
Difficulty Level: Easy
Recreation Groups
The Clarion River is a designated Wild and Scenic River for 51.7 miles, from the border of the ANF/State Game Lands Number 44 boundary to an unnamed tributary at the backwa