Small and lightly trafficked, Simon B. Elliott State Park Campground sits in the forested hills near Penfield, Pennsylvania, drawing campers who want a low-key overnight without much infrastructure around them. The campground is compact, the park itself is small, and the overall setup leans toward simplicity rather than amenity. No showers are available on-site, and the bathroom facilities are modest, though reviewers note they're clean and include flush toilets.
Site conditions are worth knowing before arrival. Tent campers in particular should come prepared: several reviewers describe ground that runs uneven, rocky, rooty, and prone to muddiness after rain. Gravel pads at RV sites offer more reliable footing. The campground does have full hookups available for rigs up to 35 feet, including electric, water, and sewer connections. Cell coverage runs strong on AT&T and T-Mobile. Firewood is sold at the maintenance barn for $5 a bundle on a self-serve honor system.
The park has a dated, low-development character that some campers find appealing. "We really liked the vintage vibe the park had," wrote one reviewer, noting that walking the cabin loop and back roads was the main draw. Interstate noise from I-80 is audible a few miles away but not overwhelming according to multiple accounts. Parker Dam State Park Campground is a few miles north and provides more trails and a camp store for those wanting additional options. Campers considering the broader area can browse campgrounds near Simon B. Elliott State Park to compare alternatives. This campground makes the most sense for RV campers or those who travel light and don't need showers or a full-service setup.
Description
The 318-acre Simon B. Elliott State Park is in the heart of Moshannon State Forest. This entirely wooded park offers picturesque areas of swamp meadows and a forest of typical second growth mixed hardwood and oak timber. Winter enthusiasts use the park as a starting point for snowmobiling. Travelers on Interstate 80 find the park a nice resting spot to stretch their legs and enjoy the wooded park. The park's signature style, created by the Civilian Conservation Corps, offers some of the most unique CCC construction in the state.
Permit Conditions: 1. No more than one family unit or five unrelated persons per campsite. Other facilities are limited to the maximum occupancy for the facility (i.e. beds in cabins) for non-family guests. Note: Family Unit-Persons living under one household. 2. Occupant shall include at least one person 18 years of age or older. 3. Noise or conduct which could interfere with the sleep of other persons is prohibited between 9 p.m. and 8 a.m. 4. Before vacating the facility/site, occupants shall clean and properly dispose of waste. 5. Visitors are permitted only between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m. 6. This permit may not be assigned or transferred. 7. Alcoholic Beverages are prohibited. 8. Failure to abide by Pennsylvania State Park Rules and Regulations. 9. For cabins,/yurts/camping cottages removal of tables, beds or other furnishings from the facility are prohibited. 10. For cabins/yurts/camping cottages, tents, camping trailers and recreation vehicles are not permitted in the area. 11. Pets are only permitted in designated areas. Overnight guest with pets must reserve designated facilities. Violations: Violations of park rules and regulations or violations of a condition of this permit could result in any or all of the following consequences: 1. The permit may be revoked. This would mean that the occupants would be required to vacate the facility immediately. 2. The occupants may be required to leave the park. 3. The occupants may be cited for violations of park rules and regulations, a summary offense. 4. The occupants are responsible for any loss or damages to furnishings, fixtures, equipment, or facilities that occur during or due to their occupancy.
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Map & DirectionsSimon B. Elliott State Park Campground is located in Pennsylvania near Rockton
Directions
Simon B. Elliott State Park is in Clearfield County off PA 153 just north of Exit 111 of I-80, nine miles north of the community of Clearfield.
Address
C/O PARKER DAM STATE PARK
Penfield, PA 15849
Coordinates
41.11238313 N
78.52597627 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 7/15/26- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 7/15/26
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 50 min from State College, PA
- 1 hr from Altoona, PA
- 1 hr 25 min from Williamsport, PA
- 1 hr 34 min from Johnstown, PA
