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Best Tent Sites Near Bellefonte, PA (10)
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Penn Roosevelt State Park Campground
Boalsburg, Pennsylvania5 Reviews6 Photos48 SavesThis 41-acre park is in an isolated area of the Seven Mountains region known as the Stone Creek Kettle. While this Centre County park is small in size, it is surrounded by an 80,000-acre block of Rothrock State Forest.
Penn-Roosevelt is a good base for those seeking low-density recreation on this vast expanse of public land. Popular activities include: hiking on the Mid-State or other State Forest trails, gravel-riding on over 100 miles of Forestry roads, and mountain biking the nearby Cooper’s Gap area, a destination Pennsylvania mountain biking trail system.
Rustic sites, tents only
The 18 rustic campsites are for tents only and are open year-round. Some sites are walk-in for more privacy. All campsites are first-come, first-serve.
Drinking water and non-flush toilets are available.
Due to the isolated location, Penn-Roosevelt provides an excellent opportunity to get away from noise and electric lights.
Park rangers routinely patrol the park and camping fees are paid through a self-registration/payment system.
Please keep food and coolers in vehicles to protect them from wild animals.
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$25 / night
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Reeds Gap State Park Campground
Milroy, Pennsylvania5 Reviews27 Photos30 Saves- Pets
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- Reservable
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Parker Dam State Park Campground
Mill Run, Pennsylvania18 Reviews60 Photos80 SavesWelcome to Parker Dam State Park Campground, nestled near Penfield, PA. This place is a gem for anyone looking to escape into nature. The campground is open from the second Friday in April to mid-December, giving you plenty of time to enjoy its beauty.
The campground offers a mix of tent and RV sites, some shaded and others more open. If you’re bringing a big rig, you’ll find it friendly here with electric and sewer hookups available. There’s also drinking water, showers, and toilets to keep you comfortable during your stay. Pets are welcome, so feel free to bring your furry friends along.
One of the highlights here is the small lake where you can rent kayaks and paddle boards. It’s a great spot for families, with a jungle gym right in the middle of the campground to keep the kids entertained. If you’re into hiking, you’ll find plenty of trails to explore, and the park is close enough to Benezette for a quick trip to see the elk.
Visitors have mentioned that the bathhouses are clean and modern, and the park staff are friendly and helpful. The campground host is known for being particularly welcoming and ensuring the sites are well-maintained.
For those who love a bit of rustic charm, the cabin camping here is a treat. You might even get snowed in during the winter, which adds to the adventure. The cabins come with stoves, making it easy to cook indoors if the weather turns.
Whether you’re here for a quiet retreat or a family adventure, Parker Dam State Park Campground has something to offer. Enjoy your stay and make the most of this beautiful spot!
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$20 - $22 / night
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Ravensburg State Park Campground
Loganton, Pennsylvania5 Reviews10 Photos59 Saves- Pets
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- Standard (Tent/RV)
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Long Acres on Clover Creek
Williamsburg, Pennsylvania1 Review10 Photos58 SavesEnjoy camping creek side at the edge of an open field with access to fishing, hiking on adjacent state game land trails, kayaking in nearby Juniata River, biking the Lower Trail just minutes away, or booking a guided hike, onsite horseback riding lessons, or book a trail ride on our beautiful and smooth gaited Tennessee Walking horses or bring and board your own.
Read reviews here: https://www.hipcamp.com/en-US/pennsylvania/ride-long-acres-on-clover-creek/long-acres-at-clover-creek
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$25 - $65 / night
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Nancy's Boat To Shore Campground (PA)
Entriken, Pennsylvania3 Reviews22 SavesOverview
The Nancy's Boat to Shore Campground, in the central region of Raystown Lake, is the perfect secluded getaway camping spot accessible only by boat. Located near both James Creek and Aitch Boat Launch areas, the campground is situated on the shoreline of Raystown Lake away from public roadways. Nancy's camp map__
Recreation
Fishing is excellent with small and large mouth bass, muskies, striped bass, and brown trout, abundant in the lake. Trough Creek State Park is nearby across the lake; Seven Points and Lake Raystown Resort are both within 8 lake miles. Nearby trails, including Lower Trail (Rails to Trails), Terrace Mountain Trail, Old Loggers Trail and Mid State Trail, attract plenty of traffic.
Facilities
Fishing is excellent with small and large mouth bass, muskies, striped bass, and brown trout, abundant in the lake. Trough Creek State Park is nearby across the lake; Seven Points and Lake Raystown Resort are both within 8 lake miles. Nearby trails, including Lower Trail (Rails to Trails), Terrace Mountain Trail, Old Loggers Trail and Mid State Trail, attract plenty of traffic.
Natural Features
Raystown Lake is in the ridge and valley province of Pennsylvania. The lakeshore is lined with an old oak-hickory forest giving way to mountain ridges and cliffs. The man-made lake is fed by the Raystown Branch tributary of the Juniata River and is the largest lake completely in the state of Pennsylvania.
Nearby Attractions
Aitch Boat Launch, James Creek Boat Launch, Seven Points Recreation area, Raystown Lake Visitor Center, Lake Raystown Resort & Conference Center and Trough Creek State Park are all nearby.
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$15 / night
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Wilson Hollow Boondock
Be the first to review!Pennsylvania Furnace, Pennsylvania6 PhotosOur location is in the heart of the Stone Valley Forest. Tucked away in a beautiful little hollow behind a farm field. This is a boondock location; we do not offer any hookups at this time. We do have a porta potty on site for restroom access. Click the link to be directly connected to our page.
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$35 - $50 / night
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Nancys Camp
Be the first to review!Entriken, PennsylvaniaThis recreation area is part of Raystown Lake
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Warm Springs Camp
Be the first to review!Shermans Dale, Pennsylvania11 Photos3 SavesNestled along Sherman’s Creek, our campsite sits on six wooded acres with 600 feet of creek frontage. Everything in the pictures is included in your stay! All you need to bring is food and your love of the outdoors. Firewood, charcoal, bedding, toiletries, kitchenware (as pictured), a private shower, sink and composting toilet are all included. The shower and sink have an on demand hot water heater, so no cold showers! Bring your fishing gear and you can reel in Smallmouth Bass, Sunnies, Fall Fish, and Trout all from our property. This campsite is far enough away from the city to enjoy the sounds of nature while still being less than 30 minutes from the shopping and dining and Carlisle and Mechanicsburg. Historic Gettysburg and Lancaster are just over an hour away. Hersheypark is less than an hour away!
This campsite is fully private. As your hosts, we live on the property, so if there are any issues or help needed, we are nearby!
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