Best Campgrounds near Blossburg, PA

Campgrounds near Blossburg, Pennsylvania cluster around the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon region, with several state parks offering developed camping facilities. Hills Creek State Park Campground and Leonard Harrison State Park Campground provide established sites with amenities ranging from basic tent camping to full-service RV hookups. Most campgrounds in the area accommodate multiple camping styles, with facilities like Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park PA Wilds and Stony Fork Creek Campground offering tent sites, RV spaces, cabins, and even glamping options. The Pennsylvania Wilds region surrounding Blossburg features a mix of state park campgrounds and private facilities within 20-30 miles of town.

Camping in the region operates primarily from April through October, with most facilities closing for winter. According to one visitor, "The campground is located at the entrance to the vista area. It is a small campground, 20 or so sites. The facilities are almost brand new and very clean." Road access to campgrounds is generally good, with paved roads leading to most established sites. Cell service varies significantly throughout the area, with many campgrounds having limited or no coverage. Reservations are strongly recommended during summer months and fall foliage season when the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon attracts numerous visitors. Most state park campgrounds require advance booking through the Pennsylvania DCNR reservation system, while private campgrounds typically have their own reservation processes.

The Pennsylvania Grand Canyon serves as the primary natural attraction for campers in the Blossburg area. A visitor noted that "Incredible views, nicknamed the Grand Canyons of Pennsylvania" make the region particularly appealing. Campgrounds like Leonard Harrison and Colton Point offer direct access to canyon overlooks and hiking trails. Water features are common at campgrounds in the region, with Hills Creek State Park and Ives Run providing lakefront camping opportunities. Wildlife viewing opportunities abound, with deer and other animals frequently seen in campgrounds. Campgrounds in the area typically provide clean facilities with modern bathhouses, though amenities vary by location. Fire rings and picnic tables are standard at most sites, and many campgrounds offer electric hookups for RVs, though primitive tent-only areas are also available at several locations.

Best Camping Sites Near Blossburg, Pennsylvania (181)

    1. Hills Creek State Park Campground

    16 Reviews
    Middlebury Center, PA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (570) 724-4246

    $24 - $122 / night

    "Sites and huge and we had one of the lakes right behind our site. If you like nature this is a great place. Wildlife everywhere. Hiking, fishing, kayaking...you name it."

    "Our family loved the modern cabins which are available in my of Pennsylvania's state parks. I'd rank any other park that we visit with a five star rating."

    2. Ives Run

    15 Reviews
    Middlebury Center, PA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (570) 835-5281

    $24 - $100 / night

    "It was a great spot and happily, I was totally alone as no one had booked any of the sites near me( the closest people were about 400m away)."

    "Lake Hammond is beautiful with great access."

    3. Leonard Harrison State Park Campground

    15 Reviews
    Gaines, PA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (570) 724-3061

    $24 - $33 / night

    "It was a lovely 2-night stay and awesome area to explore as we discovered the “Pennsylvania Grand Canyon”!!! Who knew!?"

    "Sites 6 and 8, while close to the bathhouse, would likely have people walking through your site to get to the bathhouse. Campers have worn a path between these sites to access it."

    4. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park PA Wilds

    3 Reviews
    Mansfield, PA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (570) 662-2923

    "We always get a site on the outside of the main circle by the tower slide. There’s lots of shade and optimum view of both playgrounds to keep an eye on the kiddos."

    "Woods and shade but very close to all the happenings. The big playground is new and very nice. The small one is mainly two very big playsets (pirate ship and castle). My kids enjoyed both."

    5. Stony Fork Creek Campground

    5 Reviews
    Wellsboro, PA
    16 miles
    Website

    $40 - $45 / night

    "Was able to choose a location that worked best for us. The area we selected was not busy. Campsite appeared to have a lot of seasonal campers."

    "Stony Fork Creek is beautiful and offers nearby hiking trails, a lake, and activities."

    6. Worlds End State Park Campground

    28 Reviews
    Forksville, PA
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (570) 924-3287

    $24 - $99 / night

    "The park has some good trails with amazing views, a beach area and Loyalsock creek. The campsite was a bit cramped and right next to the main road going in and out of the park."

    "This is another Pennsylvania state park with excellent recycling facilities."

    7. Squarewood Acres Campground

    3 Reviews
    Ralston, PA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (570) 995-9230

    8. Twin Streams Campground

    1 Review
    Cedar Run, PA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (570) 353-7251

    "As the holiday wound down, so did the crowd, leaving behind a peaceful ambiance. Its proximity to the PA Grand Canyon made it an ideal base for exploration."

    9. Canyon Country Campground

    6 Reviews
    Gaines, PA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (570) 724-3818

    $40 - $60 / night

    "Sites are not very level nor private, but the staff is great and the grounds are walking distance to the canyon. Met some great fellow campers here, biked the river trail, and hiked the state park."

    "Minutes away from a town and the gorge. Hiking trail from the campground to the gorge! Highly recommended!!"

    10. Colton Point State Park Campground

    7 Reviews
    Gaines, PA
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (570) 724-3061

    "Incredible views, nicknamed the Grand Canyons of Pennsylvania"

    "I loved that you can pick your own tucked away spot within the camp area but yet still close enough to other people. ~$20 a night which isn't to bad."

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Recent Reviews near Blossburg, PA

556 Reviews of 181 Blossburg Campgrounds


  • julian S.
    Oct. 6, 2025

    Tiadaghton Campground — Tioga State Forest

    Very crowded with bikers

    Nice campsite and cool view but be prepared to have a lot of bikers walking around the campground or stopping for lunch at near by sites. Also would recommend 4 wheel drive vehicles to drive to site, steep dirt roads to access it. It has a nice water front view but if seclusion is something you would like this spot may not be for you.

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 4, 2025

    Sugar Hill Fire Tower Campsite

    Would Stay again

    We stayed here for 2 nights car camping. quiet and clean. spots had fire rings and picnic tables. Bathrooms were clean and had potable water. There were lots of horses. There are hiking trails right out of the site! would absolutely stay here again!

  • HThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 3, 2025

    Sugar Hill Fire Tower Campsite

    Free camping with amenities!

    26 camp sites with bathrooms! That flush! Very quiet and the sites aren’t on top of each other. People bring their horses. You can drive to to your site and tent camp or camper camp. I would come back!

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Watkins Glen State Park Campground

    Nice campground in a gorgeous state park.

    Nice pretty campground, only electric hookup for the RV sites, tho. The showers were cool, no hot water. Close to some gorgeous hiking tho! And town is about a mile away with shops, restaurants and on the edge of one of the Finger Lakes to make it beautiful!

  • Dana M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 30, 2025

    Lyman Run State Park Campground

    Quiet, Quaint and Clean!

    We love the lower loop! We were there on a Monday night and there were 4 sites occupied on our loop. Great stars. Clean bathrooms!

  • B
    Aug. 31, 2025

    Leonard Harrison State Park Campground

    Small campground with clean bathrooms

    We stayed here Wednesday through Saturday of Labor Day weekend.  On Wednesday and Thursday nights there were about 5 sites that were taken. By Friday they were all full

    The campground is a simple loop of 28 sites.  19 are non -electric and 9 are electric. Sites are spacious and easy to back in to. I believe there are two pull throughs. Water spigots are continently located around the campground.  

    The PA Grand Canyon Visitor center and the Turkey Path (main path down into the canyon) are a short 5 minute walk across the parking lot from the campground.  For biking there is the  Pine Creek Rail Trail, that runs the length of the canyon at the bottom. To access from the campground you can drive there in 16 minutes Darling Run trail access area.

  • David A.
    Aug. 23, 2025

    Tiadaghton Campground — Tioga State Forest

    Tiadaghaton State Forest, PA

    Roadside site 1/4 mile from the nearest site. You can drive right to the site on Hackett Rd. Very secluded and peaceful. Picnic table and fire ring, but no water or latrine.

  • Casey L.
    Aug. 17, 2025

    Watkins Glen State Park Campground

    Busy campground

    Sites are level, some are more spaced apart than others but none seemed crowded as they seemed to all have trees between. Main complaint was most people speed way too fast through the campground. There was poison Ivy around the edges of our site and on the path to the bathroom. Bathroom was fairly modern and clean. It was nice to be able to access the gorge right from the campground.

  • Jennifer H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 16, 2025

    Riverside Campground & Riverside Roadhouse

    Great location & proximity to Williamsport

    Came thru for a night and wanted to catch a game at the Little League World Series. Stayed here one night and caught an uber to the museum and game. Got the last site for the night. Did a few loads of laundry, ate a good dinner at the restaurant, kids enjoyed the pool and swam in the river. Big huge park and tons of grassy areas. Really lovely. Nice staff.


Guide to Blossburg

Pine Creek Gorge forms the core of camping spots near Blossburg, Pennsylvania, with elevations varying from 800 feet at creek level to over 1,900 feet at vista points. The region's camping season typically runs mid-April through October, with fall temperatures dropping below 40°F at night. Most campgrounds in this area have limited or no cell service, requiring campers to plan communications accordingly.

What to do

Hiking the Turkey Trail: Leonard Harrison State Park offers a challenging trail down to the canyon floor. According to Barbara S., "There are multiple trails around the park that are well maintained. The beach area is small but nice and the concession stand was open every day but Monday."

Exploring the West Rim: Colton Point State Park Campground features more rustic trails than its eastern counterpart. One camper notes, "I would absolutely recommend visiting. Unlike Lenard Harrison's trail it's not so easy for EVERYONE to access, so you won't see near as many tourists. It's a rougher climb but you follow a small stream filled with waterfalls down into the canyon."

Cycling the rail trail: Access the 60+ mile Pine Creek Trail from multiple points. A visitor to Canyon Country Campground shares, "Met some great fellow campers here, biked the river trail, and hiked the state park. Have camped there twice and plan to return."

Wildlife observation: The region supports diverse wildlife visible from campsites. One Hills Creek visitor reports, "Warning, there are black bears and other wildlife at Hills Creek, take care to lock up your coolers! We heard some fighting raccoons at night!"

What campers like

Spacious sites: Hills Creek State Park Campground receives praise for site layout. A camper notes, "When we arrived we were pleasantly surprised by the size of the sites and many sites now offer full hook up! The site was very spacious! Plenty of room!"

Clean facilities: Bathhouse quality stands out at many campgrounds. According to Dave G., "The shower and bathroom facilities looks brand new. Everywhere you look there is green space. The campground also does nature tours for local flora/fauna."

Accessibility to Pine Creek Gorge: Ives Run provides convenient access to regional attractions. One visitor shares, "Centrally located between Mansfield, Wellsboro and Corning. Large sites on macadam pads. Large fields behind most sites for activities."

Educational programs: Several parks offer nature talks and ranger-led activities. A Hills Creek visitor mentions, "The rangers offer educational programs that are free of charge! Near by attractions: PA Grand Canyon! Beautiful! You are also close to a cute little town called Wellsboro!"

What you should know

Reservation timing: Book well in advance for summer and fall. A visitor to Ives Run notes, "The only draw back is that it fills up quickly and you need to reserve many months ahead of time especially for holidays."

Variable cell coverage: Most campgrounds have limited connectivity. A camper at Twin Streams Campground reports, "While the WiFi was a bit spotty, offering only two bars in certain areas, it encouraged us to disconnect and fully immerse ourselves in nature, especially during the mesmerizing stargazing nights."

Elevation changes: Campgrounds sit at various heights around the gorge, affecting temperature and access. One visitor notes, "The entry road to the campground itself is a very steep, narrow road with a small curve at the top. It's well-maintained but keep an eye out for campers coming down."

Wildlife precautions: Food storage protocols should be followed. A camper warns, "There are black bears and other wild life at Hills Creek, take care to lock up your coolers!"

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Worlds End State Park Campground offers play areas for children. A visitor notes, "The visitor center has a nice playground, but it is a mile away from the campground."

Swimming options: Several parks include swimming areas. According to J.K. at Hills Creek, "The swim area is one of the best around. Playgrounds are fun & the snack stand is a little expensive, but delicious!"

Educational activities: Nature programs engage children across age groups. One camper shares, "The nature talks were really fun for the kids and interesting for the adults."

Yurt accommodations: Alternative shelters provide camping comfort. Joshua L. reports, "We stayed in yurts, which are round tents ($38 per night). We had a cozy wooden deck and slept four people in two bunk beds. We also had a cooking stove, refrigerator, heat and electricity."

Tips from RVers

Site selection strategy: Choose locations based on shade and utilities. A visitor to Stony Fork Creek Campground advises, "We weren't impressed with the camping area. There was very little shade in most campsites so we were glad we had a cabin."

Hookup variations: Water and electric connections differ by site. One camper warns, "Some site you will need 2 hoses for your water because the hook ups are far from the sites and some of them will have the hook up facing the front of your camper."

Level site availability: Terrain varies significantly between campgrounds. A review notes, "Sites are not very level nor private, but the staff is great and the grounds are walking distance to the canyon."

Winter alternatives: For off-season visitors, cabin options extend camping opportunities. A visitor shares, "In the colder months, they even have cabins you can rent out. If you come in the fall, make sure you bring a cold weather sleeping bag or heater because the temp does drop."

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Blossburg, PA?

According to TheDyrt.com, Blossburg, PA offers a wide range of camping options, with 181 campgrounds and RV parks near Blossburg, PA and 3 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Blossburg, PA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Blossburg, PA is Hills Creek State Park Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 16 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Blossburg, PA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 3 free dispersed camping spots near Blossburg, PA.

What parks are near Blossburg, PA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 9 parks near Blossburg, PA that allow camping, notably Tioga-Hammond Lakes and Cowanesque Lake.