Fishing enthusiasts and hikers will find Upper Campground positioned above Kettle Creek State Park's reservoir, with direct access to both water activities and trail networks. The campground sits on elevated terrain that provides views down to the lake, though campers should note that sites with electric hookups cluster more tightly together than the dispersed tent-only areas deeper in the wooded sections.
Site selection makes a significant difference in the camping experience here. The electric sites near the reservoir edge offer convenient RV access but pack campers closer together, while the non-electric sites spread farther apart among the trees. Site 71 stands out as the most secluded option, tucked away from the main camping areas. Mary H. found it "super quiet back there and totally private." Site 45 presents challenges with its steep slope that makes setup difficult.
The campground provides basic amenities including restrooms and a scullery area, though campers wanting hot showers need to travel to the lower campground facility for an additional $4 fee. Kettle Creek flows directly through the area, allowing campers to fish from their sites and launch kayaks with relative ease. A 7.5-mile loop trail connects the Nature Trail with the Butler Trail, leading to Kettle Creek Vista before returning via the Donut Hole Trail.
For those seeking full hookups and closer amenities, Lower Campground — Kettle Creek State Park offers a different camping environment just downstream.
Description
Kettle Creek State Park consists of 1,793 acres along Kettle Creek in western Clinton County. The park is in a valley surrounded by mountainous terrain and wilderness.
Many of the existing recreational facilities arose from a joint flood control project developed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the former Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Resources.
The park is open every day of the year, sunrise to sunset. Day use areas close at dusk.
The park office is open specific hours. Overnight areas and other areas are open specific seasons and hours. Contact the park office for facility seasons and hours.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsUpper Campground is located in Pennsylvania near Westport
Directions
The park is along SR 4001(Kettle Creek Road). Take PA 120 for 5 miles west of Renovo and turn on SR 4001 (Kettle Creek Road) at Westport for seven miles. On PA 144, travel 6 miles south of Cross Fork and stay straight onto LR 4001(Kettle Creek Road) where PA 144 takes a sharp left turn. Follow LR 4001 app. 6 miles to park office. Please be advised that GPS programs may not provide accurate directions to facilities in this area and may have you traveling on dirt or closed roads. Use paper maps for best results.
Address
97 KETTLE CREEK PARK LANE
Renovo, PA 17764
Coordinates
41.3751209 N
77.932537 W
Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Showers
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 1 hr 28 min from Williamsport, PA
- 1 hr 40 min from State College, PA
- 2 hrs 4 min from Elmira, NY
- 2 hrs 5 min from Altoona, PA
