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Gateway Lodge, Cabins, and Restaurant

4.5(492)
Inn

About

Gateway Lodge offers a rustic retreat in Cook Forest State Park with cozy cabins and fireside suites featuring jetted tubs and gas fireplaces. The property blends woodland charm with thoughtful comforts like breakfast delivered to your door and outdoor fire pits.

The on-site restaurant serves farm-to-table meals inspired by local farms and seasonal ingredients, complemented by an extensive wine list and regional beers. Nearby hiking trails and the Clarion River provide natural backdrops for team offsites or client retreats seeking a peaceful setting.

Best for

  • Executive offsites with nature immersion
  • Intimate client dinners by the fireplace
  • Multi-night retreats with farm-to-table dining

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Lodging Experience
Fireside Suites and Luxury Cabins with Jetted Tubs
Guests can choose from cozy fireside suites featuring gas fireplaces and jetted tubs or adults-only luxury cabins with screened hot tubs, heated bathroom floors, and full kitchens. These accommodations blend rustic charm with modern comforts, ideal
Farm-to-Table Dining
Scratch-made meals inspired by local farms and seasonal ingredients
The onsite restaurant offers thoughtfully prepared, wholesome food with an impressive wine list and regional beers. Guests enjoy a three-course Taste of the Wilds dinner and daily breakfast baskets delivered to their rooms, emphasizing fresh, local
Natural Setting
Access to Cook Forest State Park and Allegheny National Forest
The lodge is situated near extensive hiking trails, scenic overlooks, and the Clarion River, providing a peaceful woodland retreat. The property encourages reconnecting with nature through forest bathing and outdoor adventures among some of the

At a glance

Rated 4.5 on Google · 492 reviews