The stars might be brighter at Cherry Springs State Park due to these upcoming changes

COUDERSPORT, Pa. ( WETM ) — A better visiting experience will soon be had for those going to Cherry Springs State Park in the fall after the announcement of a new construction project on Friday.

According to the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, a new project is underway to reconfigure the entrances at the park in Potter County.

The project will create a new entrance to the public programming area and eliminate issues caused by headlights at the current entry that points into the astronomy fields.

A new information and contact station will be added to go with the new entrance, along with lit visitor walkways, a programming pavilion, an amphitheater, and new parking areas.

State Parks Director, John Hallas thanks local astronomers and park visitors in a statement for their help in determining the best spot for the construction.

“Part of the master plan for Cherry Springs was the relocation of the park entrance, and we are thankful to the local astronomers and park visitors who have helped the Bureau of State Parks determine what is best for all at Cherry Springs,” Hallas said, “especially when it comes to the dark sky viewing opportunities,” he said.

No impacts are expected to fall events, though programming modifications may arise. The project is expected to be completed in the fall.

According to Cherry Springs’ webpage , on June 24, the main visitor parking area and Night Sky Public Viewing Area Amphitheater closed for the summer for the construction project. A temporary parking lot and programming area will be available during the construction.

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