Gateway Lodge
Wedding venue in Cooksburg, Pennsylvania





About Gateway Lodge
Gateway Lodge is a year‑round wilderness lodge set on 45 private acres within Cook Forest State Park in Cooksburg, Pennsylvania. The property offers a variety of cabins and suites—including Gallery Rooms, Fireside Suites, Heritage, Luxury and Black Bear cabins—each featuring fireplaces, jetted tubs, screened hot tubs, outdoor fire pits and ADA‑accessible options. A farm‑to‑table restaurant, Great Room and Billiards Room serve guests, and the Retreat Center provides a reception area, spacious meeting room and outdoor porches that can accommodate 25‑30 guests for weddings or other events. Dedicated elopement packages and weekday wedding rentals (Monday‑Thursday) allow couples to hold intimate ceremonies in the forest setting, with options such as a Fireside Jetted Tub Suite, sparkling wine, meal credits and accommodation for up to 12 guests. Seasonal getaway packages, including Winter in the Woods and New Year’s Eve experiences, add curated meals, live music and holiday activities. Outdoor recreation includes hiking trails, the Clarion River, Tobecco Trail and the Forest Cathedral.
The facts
- Kind of place
- Restaurant
- Last updated
- October 2026
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On the big wedding guides
- Not listed on WeddingWire (checked October 2026)
- Not listed on Zola (checked October 2026)
How to reach Gateway Lodge
- Website: gatewaylodge.com
- Phone: (814) 744-8017
- Address: 14870 Route 36
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