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Best RV Parks & Resorts near Altoona, PA

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Several RV parks near Altoona accommodate motorhomes and travel trailers with varying hookup options. Raystown Lake / Saxton KOA at Four Seasons in Saxton provides full hookup sites with 50-amp service, water, and sewer connections. The campground includes big-rig friendly sites on hilly terrain. "Staff was very friendly and helpful throughout the weekend. Staff drives around periodically on a ranger and can be flagged down if help is needed," noted one visitor about nearby Lumber City RV Park. Friendship Village Campground & RV Park in Bedford offers year-round camping with full hookups and spacious sites that accommodate larger rigs. James Creek RV Resort features 50-amp and 30-amp electric hookups with water connections but lacks sewer hookups at individual sites.

Access to several parks requires navigating hilly terrain, with some campgrounds positioned on slopes that may challenge larger motorhomes. According to one visitor at Lake Raystown Resort, "Our site had a gravel pad. But the surrounding area was not level and you had to climb up a 2-3' incline to get to the fire pit area." Most RV parks in the region provide sanitary dump stations, with some offering on-site pump-out service for an additional fee. Pull-through sites are limited at smaller parks, making advance reservations essential during summer months and fall foliage season. Greene Hills Family Campground & RV Park maintains 70 sites with electric and water hookups but no sewer connections. Many campgrounds welcome pets, though specific restrictions may apply depending on the facility.

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  • Nancy W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 14, 2022

    Bellefonte-State College KOA

    Very Nice KOA

    We stayed here over a weekend and the campground was packed because there was a Penn State football game. Once the weekend was over, the park cleared out and it felt like there was more space and it was much quieter. Our site was the only one available for that weekend and it was a premium with a large paved patio with a nice outdoor patio set with table and chairs, a swing, and a sunken fire pit. We loved this deluxe site but they are a lot pricier than the standard ones. 

    The park is fairly small but has some really nice sites. There are 91 RV sites to choose from as well as tent sites, cabins, and “lodges.” Some are pull-thru and back-in sites ranging from full hookup deluxe, full hookup 50A, full hookup 30A, and water/30A only. The campground is built on a hill and sites are terraced. Some pull-thru sites have a very steep short hill to go up which made for some RV’s scraping bottom. The section in the front of the park is open with spotty trees; whereas, sites in the back of the park are tucked in the woods and are a lot more private. Roads in the back section are narrow and the sites are not very long and suitable for small campers. Some sites are not level at all and others are sloped such that you have to pull all the way forward into your site to get level. 

    Each site has a picnic table and fire pit. There are about 45 cable channels. Satellite reception at some sites would be difficult as trees would interfere. There is free Wi-Fi at each site which worked well at our site (#32). Amenities include a covered pavilion, off-leash dog park, camp store, swimming pool, playground, basketball/volleyball courts, and fishing pond. We were there during the off-season but apparently there is lots going on in the summer with hayrides, treasure hunts, Sunday morning pancakes, and a splash pad. 

    This KOA is close to historic sites, Amish markets, Penn State and a couple of state parks. For outdoor adventure, visit and hike Bald Eagle and Black Moshannon State Parks. Black Moshannon has great trails and a wonderful lake to kayak. The creamery on Penn States campus is delicious. Visit Mt Nittany or other wineries which have pretty good wine. Overall, it was a good place to stop and generally we liked the park. The price listed above was for a deluxe full hookup site (which included a paved patio, sunken fire pit, patio furniture, and a swing) and not a standard site.

  • Tony L.
    Aug. 31, 2018

    Parker Dam State Park Campground

    Very nice state park campground

    This is one of our favorite campgrounds. Very neat & clean. Full hookup sites & pet friendly. Close to dam where the fish are plentiful. Nice level sites.

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 15, 2023

    Black Moshannon State Park Campground

    No cell, no problem!

    General: 73-site campground; most have electric hookups, and some are FHU. Pets are only permitted at selected sites. There are also 20 (13 rustic and 6 modern) cabins. Cell service is extremely limited to non-existent (Verizon). 

    Site Quality: Pads are gravel and most appeared to be level. Site 70 was at the end of the loop which is why we picked it. A picnic table, fire ring, and lantern hook complete each site. 

    Bathhouse: As has been our experience in all PA state parks, the bathhouse was pristine, and the shower (for no additional cost) was clean with plentiful hot water and was very much appreciated. 

    Activities/Amenities: Coin-operated laundry. A playground is in the campground and there is an additional one at the swimming beach. The swimming beach is open from mid-May to mid-September, from 8 am– sunset. Electric motorboats are permitted on Moshannon Lake. Boat rentals are available in season. Permits are required. 24 miles of hiking trails, including two trails directly from the campground to the lake. In the summer, there is a camper store/concession stand. Hunting is allowed in season. There are 4.3 miles of mountain biking trails. 

    I used to think Oregon State Parks were the best, but Pennsylvania State Parks have them beat by a mile. We have yet to be disappointed by the amenities(especially the clean bathrooms) offered at the half-dozen state parks we have visited so far.

  • M J.
    Apr. 18, 2022

    Cowans Gap State Park Campground

    Great state park in southern PA.

    We stayed in camping area A during mid April this year. It was a nice state park. Hiking, fishing, a lake, long creek. Clean bathrooms, heated bathhouse. Our site was #80 and had electric on it, water was just across the road. It was level, with a picnic table and fire ring. The ground was some pretty aggressive gravel, but it kept the ground pretty dry, and it had rained a fair amount in the days before we arrived. Very spotty cell service with T-Mobile. Some spots were more level than others, and others, some looked tricky for larger trailers. Weather was all over the place (as to be expected in this area in mid April. Had all four seasons in 5 days. Would revisit for sure. Totally forgot pictures of the site, but it was pretty typical for a state campground.

  • Kent L.
    Jun. 21, 2022

    Seven Points (PA)

    Top 5 Campground in PA

    This campground is located on the east side of Pennsylvania and offers a beautiful view of Lake Raystown. The campground has over 200 sites to choose from, and many of them are right on the water. There are also plenty of activities to keep you busy, including swimming, fishing, kayaking, and canoeing and my favorite thing to do Mt Biking. Raystown lake is also a really nice boating lake. The lake is a natural beauty with so many coves and inlets for the biggest of boats to enjoy. They do have a camping resort on the other side of the lake which makes it nice for anyone looking for rustic cabins or cabin rentals. 

     There are 50 miles of single track mountain biking at this campground. They are some of the best flow trails on the East coast and are the# 1 trail system in Pennsylvania. This is a family friendly campground and has so much to offer. There are volleyball nets, playgrounds, kayak and paddleboard rentals. The kids took a kayak over to an island and spent the afternoon cliff jumping with a 10 ft and 25 ft cliff to launch off of. The sites here are some of the nicest we have ever seen. They are all big and private with stunning views of Raystown Lake. There are steps down from your camper to a pad with a fire pit and area for a tent. You are literally 10 feet away from the water as you enjoy a sunset while sitting around the fire. The lake is a great place to kayak, paddleboard, or just relax and enjoy the view. We love coming here and spending our weekends on the lake. All tent sites are equipped with picnic tables and most sites are electric. looking for other epic reviews check out the top ten campgrounds in PA https://www.longdaycampingco.com/post/10-best-campsites-in-pennsylvania-gorgeous-sites-to-enjoy-the-outdoors

  • Joni P.
    Sep. 5, 2023

    Black Moshannon State Park Campground

    Beautiful and well appointed park

    Getting to the park had some sharp turns and windy roads.  Small campground but nicely equipped.  2 bath houses were dated but clean.  Nice playground at the campground and also one at the beach.  Small camp concessions with a few camping items as well as ice cream cones.  Great hiking and a beautiful lake for kayaking.  Site 22 is a full hookup.  Utilities worked nicely.  However, our picnic table had seen better days.  The site sat down off the road but once you were backed in the spot it was pretty level.  This site also had a separate tent pad located down a few stone steps.  Verizon and AT&T cell service were basically non existent.  Every once in a while a text would come in or send but very spotty.  Sorry I failed to get a pic of the site in the daylight.  It was spacious and we had plenty of room for our 30' trailer, truck, and easy up over the table.  6+ chairs around the fire pit, cooking ring could have been better.  Grassy area for cornhole or playing.

  • T
    Jun. 16, 2019

    Quemahoning Family Recreation Area

    Enjoyable family campground

    Quemahoning Family Recreation Area offers great fishing, some nice trails and generally wonderful weather during the summer season.  The campground offers some sites with electrical and others with varying primitive services.  The campground has a bathroom with showers (2 for men, 2 for women).  The result is there are sometimes lines waiting for a shower to be available.  There is a camp store where wood, ice and fishing supplies are available.  There is no trash service;  campers are expected to carry out their trash.  Campsites do have fire rings, a picnic table and parking available.  The campgrounds are pet friendly.  Boats are available to rent.  If you bring your own power needs to be electric only.

  • G
    Aug. 28, 2020

    Parker Dam State Park Campground

    Parker Dam State Park

    Real nice park that can get pretty busy on weekends. We arrived on a Thursday and, in advance, reserved one of the few remaining sites. Never used their facilities, but they looked nice. Electric only at our site. Both ATT & Verizon signals weren't bad. Wouldn't try to watch a movie or stream anything though. For the most part the sites were pretty level. Most pretty shaded, and there is also a pet section as well as a full hookup area. The full hookup, as normal are full sun for big rigs.

  • Travis S.
    Jul. 27, 2017

    Blue Knob State Park Campground

    Beautiful mountain campground

    small quiet campground with room for tents and travel trailers at most sites. Two walk in sites that are less than 100 yards off the access road. These two site however are along the main road into the campground so you get a lot of vehicle traffic noise.

    Bike trails come directly through the park making it simple to go for a ride but the trails are not for the weak. Lots of climbing or descending and fairly rocky. The trails also lead to the peak (second highest in PA) and join up with trails on the resorts property.

    showers and bathrooms and a pool at the bottom of the mountain (5 min drive)

    ski resort at the peak with a bar and golf course.

Guide to Altoona

RV sites near Altoona, Pennsylvania stretch across hilly terrain in the Allegheny Mountain region, where elevations range from 1,000 to 2,500 feet. Campgrounds in this area typically remain open from April through October, with some offering year-round accommodations. Summer temperatures average 75-85°F during the day, while evenings cool to 55-65°F even in peak season.

What to do

Fishing opportunities: At Honey Bear Campground, visitors can fish at nearby Raystown Lake year-round. "Can paddle and hike year round and camp in the spring, summer and fall. Amazing camp sites and several have beautiful lookouts over the lake," notes Elizabeth K.

BMX tracks for kids: Crooked Run Campground offers a small dirt bike oval track within the park. "Has a beach on the lake. Affordable boat rentals. Bmx track for kids," shares Jackie W. The track is designed for beginners and younger riders.

Miniature golf: Friendship Village Campground & RV Park maintains a well-kept miniature golf course adjacent to the main office. "The kids played mini golf, jumped on the pillow, played on multiple playgrounds, enjoyed ice cream and went fishing. Can't wait to come back in the summer," reports Tasha M.

Weekend events: Community yard sales and farmers markets occur regularly at campgrounds during summer months. "They held a farmers market on Saturday and had a HUGE community yard sale which we thought was very cool," explains Brittany V. about her stay at Friendship Village.

What campers like

Clean bathroom facilities: Raystown Lake / Saxton KOA earns high marks for bathroom cleanliness. "Bathrooms are Soo nice. Staff was wonderful and just a great campground," states Dawn C. The campground recently remodeled most of their bathroom facilities.

Family-friendly atmospheres: Campers appreciate the welcoming environment at area campgrounds. "The staff were super friendly and the whole campground was tidy and clean. The only drawback was that the sites were tight and not the most level but we made do," shares Jonathan F. about his experience at Raystown Lake/Saxton KOA.

Jumping pillows and playgrounds: Multiple campgrounds feature recreational amenities specifically for children. "There are 3 play grounds all different and all well kept," reports Steve K. regarding Friendship Village Campground. These amenities remain accessible throughout the camping season.

Fishing ponds: Lumber City RV Park maintains an on-site fishing pond. "There is a fishing pond on site for the kids to fish. Not a huge place but it's a nice place for a quick getaway," notes Tim W.

What you should know

Site levelness varies: Many campgrounds in the region have sloping terrain that requires leveling equipment. "This was a nice campground! The staff were super friendly and the whole campground was tidy and clean. The only drawback was that the sites were tight and not the most level but we made do," reports Jonathan F. about Raystown Lake/Saxton KOA.

Highway noise: Some campgrounds experience road noise from nearby highways. "Nice campground, clean and plenty of activities for the kids. The only thing we didn't like was all of the road noise. This campground is located by 2 major highways and truck traffic and Jake brake are constant all night long," warns Aaron S. about Friendship Village.

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