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River AccessPA
Davidsville
By Hidden Swimming Holes Team · Record updated
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Use source-checked Carpenter's Park river-access coordinates without treating a whitewater put-in as a swimming beach or authorized jumping destination.
Water type
River Access
Swimming status
Swimming unconfirmed
Fee
No current swimming admission or free public access established for this historical entry.
Best season
Confirm lawful access and the intended activity before traveling
Nearby towns
Johnstown, Davidsville, Windber
Water body
Stonycreek River And Paint Creek
Status summarizes our reviewed record, not today's opening or safety. Check current rules, swimming boundaries and notices before visiting.
Location
Map & Directions
Nearby towns
Johnstown, Davidsville, Windber
Place-name search
Carpenters Park Stonycreek Paint Creek river access Pennsylvania
Sources & checks
This is a desk-researched listing. A record update or map check does not confirm current swimming permission or water conditions.
- Swimming rules
- Current swimming permission has not been independently confirmed for this listing. Check with the land manager before entering the water.
- Access location source-checked
- Checked · recognized river access. The Stonycreek Quemahoning Initiative gives an explicit coordinate for Carpenter's Park access at the confluence of the Stonycreek River and Paint Creek and describes it as a river-right put-in/takeout reached from Cottage Lane. This matches the listing's intended Carpenter's Park/bridge area.
- Record updated
- · This is a data update, not a field visit.
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Carpenter's Park: a documented river access, not a swim beach
This historical Davidsville entry refers to the Carpenter's Park area near the Stonycreek and Paint Creek confluence. The Stonycreek Quemahoning Initiative access guide publishes 40.2439, -78.8839 for its river access. That point is retained for its stated purpose, not certified as a safe water entry.
Use the approach for the intended activity
The guide describes an approach from Windber along Cottage Lane, with access on the right just before the Stonycreek bridge. Recheck current signs and lawful parking. The historical instruction to park beside the bridge does not authorize obstructing roads, driveways or launch operations.
Understand the whitewater setting
The access serves paddling reaches of the Stonycreek and Paint Creek. A put-in or takeout is not a sheltered bathing area, and a paddling difficulty description cannot certify child-friendly swimming. No present swimming permission, supervision, depth or water-quality result was established for the historical pools.
Keep a beach plan separate
A regional alternative needs its own arrangements
The regional swimming guide identifies a separate beach at Quemahoning Family Recreation Area. Its season, current charges, notices and facilities must be checked with that operator. They do not apply to Carpenter's Park.
Leave jumping and uncertain amenities out
Do not jump or dive from the bridge or rocks. Current river-access toilets, drinking water, clothing policies and overnight permission were not established. Bring essential supplies for a confirmed activity and respect closures.
Why the gallery is still pending
The saved Google match belongs to Windber Recreation Park and Pool, not this river access. Its facilities and images cannot be substituted. Correct Carpenter's Park scenes still need source association and visual review before a gallery can be published.
Getting There
The Stonycreek Quemahoning Initiative identifies Carpenter's Park access at 40.2439, -78.8839. Its route from Windber reaches Cottage Lane beside Paint Creek and the access on the right just before the Stonycreek bridge. This is paddling access, not authorization to park anywhere by the bridge or enter historical swimming pools. Follow current signs and confirm arrangements.
Quick Navigation
Access Notes
The guide places access river-right on the Stonycreek just upstream from Paint Creek. It serves whitewater paddling sections, not a designated sheltered swim beach.
Plan Your Visit
Parking & Access
Confirm the entrance, parking arrangements, and legal access with the land manager. A map pin does not establish a public right of access. Follow posted routes and never block gates or driveways.
Regulations & Fees
Current swimming permission has not been independently confirmed for this listing. Check official rules, fees, hours, and closures before visiting. Public park access does not necessarily include permission to swim. Respect private property and posted restrictions.
Seasonality & Flow
Water conditions can change quickly. This listing does not provide a current safety or water-quality assessment. Check official alerts and avoid entering water when conditions or permission are uncertain.
Nearby Facilities
Nearby places from saved public map data, not necessarily facilities at the swimming spot. Confirm access, hours, fees, and amenities with the operator before you drive.
Map data retrieved 2026-06-15
Davidsville Fuel
Fuel supplier
4 (42)
173 Woodstown Hwy, Hollsopple, PA 15935
Mlaker Sales & Service
Bus company
1976 Valley View Dr, Davidsville, PA 15928
Yoder Falls
Tourist attraction
4.3 (70)
Carpenters Park Rd, Davidsville, PA 15928
Joseph P Whipey Hiking Trail
Hiking area
4.7 (22)
T380, Johnstown, PA 15909
Lorain/Stonycreek Hiking Trails
Hiking area
4.7 (53)
507 Green Valley St, Johnstown, PA 15902
Mirror Lake Campground
Campground
4.5 (185)
112 Trout Run Dr, New Florence, PA 15944
Public restroomPublic showerRestroomRunning water
Somerset Resort & Campground
Campground
4.9 (94)
1252 Coleman Station Rd, Friedens, PA 15541
Gender-neutral restroomPublic restroomPublic showerRestroom
Frequently Asked Questions About Davidsville
What does the map point identify?
The access guide publishes 40.2439, -78.8839 for Carpenter's Park river access. It is not a certified safe swimming entrance.
Is swimming permission confirmed?
No. The source documents paddling access; present permission, depth, supervision and water quality at historical swim spots remain unverified.
Can I park anywhere beside the bridge?
No. Use current signs and confirmed parking, and keep roads, driveways and paddling access clear. The old account is not parking authorization.
Can I jump from the bridge or rocks?
This review does not recommend jumping or diving. No safe landing conditions or permission were established.
Is there a separate beach option in the region?
The regional guide identifies Quemahoning Family Recreation Area's beach. Check that operator's current season, charges and notices independently.
Is Windber Recreation Park and Pool the same site?
No. It is a different saved match. Its amenities or pictures cannot be transferred to Carpenter's Park river access.
Highlights
Published Carpenter's Park river-access point
Paddling and swimming evidence distinguished
Cottage Lane approach source linked
Separate regional beach planning
Unique Features
Access near the Stonycreek and Paint Creek confluence
Location & Area Map
Safety Information
Important Safety Tips
- Do not jump or dive from bridges or rocks
- Clear-looking water, a boat access or another swimmer does not establish suitable depth, current or water quality
- Respect closures and private property
Cultural & Historical Context
Historical Background
River corridor recreation described by the Stonycreek Quemahoning Initiative; the historical bridge account is not a swimming approval.
Photography Guide
Photo Opportunities
Photograph from lawful public viewpoints without obstructing paddlers. Windber Recreation Park and Pool photographs are not Carpenter's Park river scenes.
Conservation & Ethics
Protect This Place
Stay within lawful access, keep roads and launch areas clear and carry out litter. River protection does not grant entry across private land.
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At a Glance
Best Time to Visit
Confirm lawful access and the intended activity before traveling; no swimming season established.
Difficulty Level
No verified easy or step-free swimming approach established.
Fee
No current swimming admission or free public access established for this historical entry.
Facilities
Current toilets, drinking water and changing facilities were not established at this access. Keep roads, drives and boat access clear; bridge-side parking is not blanket authorization.
Activities
Site-specific paddling access and river planning; no swimming or jumping recommendation
Phone
No verified current Carpenter's Park swimming-management contact
Safety & Access Notice
This information is for general planning only and may be incomplete, outdated, or inaccurate. Access rules, closures, water levels, currents, hazards, and legal restrictions can change at any time. Always verify current rules with the land manager or official source before visiting.
You are responsible for your own safety and for following all posted signs, laws, and local regulations. Read the full disclaimer.
Camping Information
No overnight permission established at this access. Arrange lawful camping separately.
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Safety & Access Notice
This information is for general planning only and may be incomplete, outdated, or inaccurate. Access rules, closures, water levels, currents, hazards, and legal restrictions can change at any time. Always verify current rules with the land manager or official source before visiting.
- Do not swim where swimming is prohibited, unsafe, or not clearly allowed.
- Follow posted signs, local regulations, closures, and private-property boundaries.
- Assess conditions on site. Water flow, depth, temperature, and underwater hazards change quickly.
- Never jump or dive without personally confirming depth and underwater obstacles.
- Swim with a buddy and consider flotation for weak or non-swimmers.
- Pack out all trash; respect wildlife and fragile environments.
You are responsible for your own safety and for following all posted signs, laws, and local regulations. Read the full disclaimer.
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Joshua Havens
Founder & Editor, Hidden Swimming Holes
Joshua Havens created Hidden Swimming Holes to make it easier for people to find — and safely visit — natural freshwater swimming destinations across the United States. He researches access conditions, water quality resources, and land management rules so you don't have to start from scratch. He holds a strong belief that good outdoor recreation information should be accurate, honest about its limitations, and freely available.
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