Babcock State Park Campground
Greg S.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Jul. 16, 2022

4.4 stars

The park is so wild, beautiful and remote. The grist mill might be a bit overplayed on social media, but it was very cool and had lots of rocks to climb on, a little cave for the kids to walk in, and a spot to swim. The best part to us was the Manns Creek Gorge trail, which starts right at the campground. I took my three little boys down the trail through thick rhododendron, following the sound of rushing water. After about 3/4 mile, there is a sign that says "enter water at own risk." There you enter a little tunnel trail through the bushes and find a beautiful double waterfall with a swimming hole at the bottom. The falls arent tall, but powerful and beautiful. The rocks are slippery at the top, but the water at the bottom is perfect to cool off in. The campground has nice staff members, and everyone we met was friendly. There aren't any large or private sites to speak of, though it still has a nice feel to it. Our site was a "buddy site" with the one next to it, so there want a lot of space or privacy, but luckily they were nice and quiet neighbors. The playground is in good shape. It was a pleasant surprise to have laundry. The best part about the campground is where it is located.

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  • Review photo of Babcock State Park Campground by Greg S., July 16, 2022
  • Review photo of Babcock State Park Campground by Greg S., July 16, 2022
  • Review photo of Babcock State Park Campground by Greg S., July 16, 2022
  • Review photo of Babcock State Park Campground by Greg S., July 16, 2022
  • Review photo of Babcock State Park Campground by Greg S., July 16, 2022
  • Review photo of Babcock State Park Campground by Greg S., July 16, 2022
  • Review photo of Babcock State Park Campground by Greg S., July 16, 2022