When the site for the seat of Justice was selected the lands belonged to General Levi G. Davis, of Crawford County was appointed to fill the vacancy. Thompson resigned, and by the act of June 25, John P. carpenter, who were empowered to take deeds of trust from persons donating land, to lay out the town in lots, to see the same, and to make contracts for the public buildings. The following townships were made from Venango County: Beaver, Elk, Farmington, Paint and Richland.Īpplication was made to the Legislature and the Governor by act of Mato authorize the appointment of three citizens namely, James Thompson, John Gilmore and Samuel L. The following townships were made from Armstrong County: Clarion, Madison, Monroe, Perry, Redbank and Toby. From then on, the river was known as the Clarion River.Ĭlarion County was the 54th county in the state to be formed. One man said it sounded like a distant clarion (trumpet). They heard ripples of the water made by the wall of timber on both sides of the river. When surveying for a road, the surveyors camped by the river. These names were retained until an act of Assembly was passed declaring it a Public Highway under the name of the Clarion River. In early times, this river was known at Stump Creek and Toby’s Creek. The Clarion River was the dividing line between Armstrong and Venango counties. Hunting is prohibited on federal property, however adjacent to East Branch Clarion River Lake is Elk State Forest and state game land that will provide hunters with an abundance of game such as, deer, turkey, bear and small game.Clarion County, erected on March 11, 1839, from parts of Venango and Armstrong counties, is named for the Clarion River, as it is the County Seat (the town of Clarion). Take a hike on the adjacent self-guided Shady Ridge Nature Trail. No reserving.įor a relaxing picnic with family and friends, take advantage of the Overlook Picnic Area and enjoy the panoramic view of the lake and dam. Camping is self-registration, “firstcome, first-served”. A modern shower/restroom is located within the campground. The campground has 20 electric campsites, 12 nonelectric campsites and 9 “walk-in” tent sites. The East Branch Campground provides a tranquil setting for a camping experience that will make you want to visit us again. For the hearty angler, try ice fishing during the winter months.īoats with unlimited horse power, canoes and kayaks can take the opportunity recreate and visit secluded bays and experience unspoiled scenery and nature.
Try fly fishing in the delayed harvest area below the dam to land a trophy trout. With its clean, clear, deep waters, East Branch Clarion River Lake offers anglers the opportunity to harvest tiger muskellunge, smallmouth bass, walleye or lake trout. East Branch Lake is surrounded by Elk State Park, Elk State Forest and State Game Lands to further enhance the idyllic setting of your visit. In the heart of Elk County and scenic upper Clarion River Valley, the US Army Corps of Engineers invites you to visit and enjoy the ideal setting for a variety of recreational experiences.
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