Trough Creek State Park encompasses a stretch of forested terrain in Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania, and the campground at its center runs from mid-April through mid-December with sites ranging from $23 to $25 per night. The loop is small and gravel-surfaced, with level sites that provide partial shade and enough spacing between neighbors that the campground stays noticeably quieter than the day-use areas. Full hookups are available, including electric, water, and sewer, making it accessible for RV rigs of most sizes.
Cell coverage is essentially nonexistent here. Multiple reviewers with Verizon report zero signal, and there is no over-the-air TV reception either. Water is available at several points throughout the campground, though at least one reviewer encountered discolored water at a tent site spigot. The bathrooms are functional but dated, and Gary P. notes that while "day use is busy, campground is pleasantly quiet." Mosquitoes can be significant in summer, so insect protection is worth planning around.
The park sits close to Raystown Lake, making it a reasonable base for boating and water recreation. Trails run through the area, including a hike above a creek with a notable overhanging rock formation. Campers interested in camping near Trough Creek State Park will find a handful of other options in the surrounding area, including Nancy's Boat To Shore Campground (PA) to the northwest. Reservations are available and pets are permitted. If a low-key, wooded site with hookups near the lake sounds like the right fit, this one is worth a look.
Description
The 554-acre Trough [troff] Creek State Park is a scenic gorge formed as Great Trough Creek cuts through Terrace Mountain and empties into Raystown Lake. Rugged hiking trails lead to wonders like Balanced Rock and Rainbow Falls. Rothrock State Forest and Raystown Lake Recreation Area border the park, making a large, contiguous area of public land for recreation.
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 in all park locations except authorized unique houses and lodges as identified by the Bureau of State Parks. 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.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsTrough Creek State Park Campground is located in Pennsylvania near Entriken
Directions
Park can be reached by taking PA Rt. 26 to Rt. 994 East near the village of Entriken.
Address
16362 Little Valley Road
James Creek, PA 16657
Coordinates
40.324762342181465 N
78.1279549559272 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 51 min from Altoona, PA
- 1 hr 15 min from State College, PA
- 1 hr 17 min from Chambersburg, PA
- 1 hr 24 min from Johnstown, PA
