South Shore Recreation Area

South Shore Recreational Area Overview

Featured amenities

Parking Parking
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms

About South Shore Recreation Area

South Shore Recreation Area is located on the south side of the Cowanesque Lake along State Route 49, just five miles west of Lawrenceville, Pennsylvania. The area is easily accessible from Route 15 and offers a great location for boating, picnicking and fishing.

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Currently open - May 1 to Sep 30

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking Parking
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
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Reviews (15)

What Guests Are Saying

South Shore Recreation Area offers a great location with ample space for family gatherings, clean restrooms, and easy parking. However, some concerns include insufficient picnic tables, outdated and damaged seating, and the absence of a dumpster at the pavilion. Despite these issues, many families continue to enjoy their reunions here.

Review Summary

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joseph d

January 15, 2020

5

Great facilities, very clean beautiful lake

joseph d

January 15, 2020

5

Great facilities, very clean beautiful lake

Brenda H

August 17, 2021

5

It was clean and wonderful close to the restrooms and the playground for the children. Had plenty of parking and tables for all of my guest.

Brenda H

August 17, 2021

5

It was clean and wonderful close to the restrooms and the playground for the children. Had plenty of parking and tables for all of my guest.

Karla Y

July 19, 2022

3

Bring a broom, Not as clean as in the past. Also there is less seating making family time more cozy.

Karla Y

July 19, 2022

3

Bring a broom, Not as clean as in the past. Also there is less seating making family time more cozy.

John K

August 4, 2022

5

Shelter was clean, plenty of tables, electric was on. All Good!!

John K

August 4, 2022

5

Shelter was clean, plenty of tables, electric was on. All Good!!

Brandy A

August 20, 2022

5

Beautiful location, plenty of tables, bathrooms were nearby and clean

Brandy A

August 20, 2022

5

Beautiful location, plenty of tables, bathrooms were nearby and clean

Location South Shore Recreation Area

Address:
92 South Shore Lane
Lawrenceville, PA, 16929
United States

Highway access

The South Shore Recreation Area is accessible via US 15, with the Lawrenceville exit providing direct access to State Route 49, which leads to the campground.

Elevation: 351 feet

Distance to downtown

5 mi drive to downtown Lawrenceville (about 6 min)

Nearby Campgrounds

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Last updated: August 23, 2026

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