Best Cabin Camping near Duncansville, PA

Several state parks and private resorts around Duncansville, Pennsylvania provide cabin rentals with varying amenities and comfort levels. Canoe Creek State Park Campground offers pet-friendly cabins with bathrooms featuring hot showers, common areas with furniture, and kitchens with full-sized appliances. According to one visitor, "The cabins have nice bathrooms with hot showers, a common area with a lot of furniture, a kitchen with large table and full sized appliances. The heat was quite efficient and kept us warm on some cold nights." Blue Knob State Park Campground, located in Imler, provides cabin accommodations with electric hookups and is open from April through October. Lake Raystown Resort features waterfront cabins with fire rings and picnic tables, while Raystown Lake/Saxton KOA at Four Seasons offers year-round cabin options.

Rustic and modern cabins are both available throughout the region, with significant differences in amenities. Black Moshannon State Park features 20 cabins - 13 rustic and 6 modern. The rustic cabins are equipped with woodstoves for heating but have simpler accommodations, while modern cabins include bathrooms and kitchens with newer fixtures. Most state park cabins require reservations, especially during peak summer months. Pet policies vary by location, with many parks designating specific cabin loops as pet-friendly. Private cabin rentals near Raystown Lake offer more spacious accommodations, including options with multiple bedrooms, full kitchens, and outdoor decks. One reviewer noted their private cabin had "two full bathrooms, a small kitchen, dining area, a living room equipped with movies since there was no cable or internet service."

Most cabins do not provide linens, towels, or cookware. Visitors must bring their own bedding, pillows, and kitchen supplies. As one camper explained, "These cabins are not equipped with any type of consumables, cookware or linens. You really need to bring everything if you're planning on actually using the bathroom or kitchen." Basic toiletries like soap and toilet paper are typically provided. Cooking facilities vary widely - from full kitchens with refrigerators and stoves in modern cabins to simple fire rings with grates at more rustic locations. Firewood is available for purchase at most parks, typically around $5-6 per bundle. The city of Altoona, approximately 30 minutes from Prince Gallitzin State Park, offers more extensive shopping options for groceries and camping supplies.

Best Cabin Sites Near Duncansville, Pennsylvania (43)

    1. Crooked Run Campground — Prince Gallitzin State Park

    26 Reviews
    Fallentimber, PA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 674-1000

    $20 - $57 / night

    "We stayed in one of the pet friendly loops of the park. We had a great time in our PUP....bathhouse was clean and well maintained."

    "This campground is perfect for people who are looking to get away from busy city life or just want to relax next to a lake."

    2. Seven Points (PA)

    22 Reviews
    Hesston, PA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (877) 444-6777

    $28 - $200 / night

    "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."

    "The campfire ring was in great shape with a fully functioning adjustable grill plate....we even had a lantern pole."

    3. Blue Knob State Park Campground

    9 Reviews
    Imler, PA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 608-3034

    $20 - $108 / night

    "Blue Knob State Park might be my favorite place to camp in Western PA. It sits on the flanks of the second highest peak in the state."

    "it’s small, with shaded sites around the perimeter and two walk in sites just left of the entrance."

    4. Lake Raystown Resort

    13 Reviews
    Entriken, PA
    16 miles
    Website

    "This campground offers tent sites, RV Sites, cabins and hotel accommodation. The campground is relatively flat and on the shore of Lake Raystown."

    "Both RV sites and lots to rent to pitch your own tent, fishing, huge lake with beach, lots of activities for the kids throughout the summer, one of the nicest parks we have camped at!"

    5. Canoe Creek State Park Campground

    3 Reviews
    Williamsburg, PA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 695-6807

    $70 - $75 / night

    "The grounds are open to hunting and we were surprised by a bird hunter and his dog who was running around off leash, creating a little havoc for us while walking our two dogs on the trail."

    "We come here every year for a family reunion and always rent one of the cabins. We love coming here. The park is huge and there are lots of things to do."

    6. Raystown Lake / Saxton KOA at Four Seasons

    7 Reviews
    Saxton, PA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 477-1005

    $100 / night

    "The pavilion where all those activities happened were right next to our site (22 with the doggie den)."

    "I have stayed here at Raystown Lake/Saxton KOA several times. This time, however, the campground has new owners."

    7. Trough Creek State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    Entriken, PA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 658-3847

    $23 - $25 / night

    "Nice small park with gravel drives/roads and plenty of room for big rigs. All sites level with partial shade. Open, but with plently of space between sites. The trails are nice and very sceinic."

    "The area is gorgeous and there are a ton of trails to check out."

    8. Shawnee State Park Campground

    27 Reviews
    Schellsburg, PA
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 733-4218

    $20 - $110 / night

    "The fire ring is at an angle so cooking on it proved to be a challenge (we bring a grill grate with us just in case, and had to use it)."

    "Shawnee State Park is a very large campground (319 campsites with mixed electric and non-electric, some pet friendly, some not) about 10 minutes off highway 76 and 20 minutes from the Flight 93 National"

    9. Lake Raystown Resort and Lodge

    2 Reviews
    Entriken, PA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 658-3500

    "Perfect views of the lake and very spaced out."

    "Tackle shop and craft days, playground, overall great place"

    10. Friendship Village Campground & RV Park

    13 Reviews
    Bedford, PA
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 623-1677

    "The campground is nestled on the outskirts of Bedford Pennsylvania and is a very easy location to travel to regardless of your rig size."

    "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."

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Cabin Reviews near Duncansville, PA

267 Reviews of 43 Duncansville Campgrounds


  • Sarah C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 11, 2022

    Canoe Creek State Park Campground

    Nice Cabins

    This park is a little different and has some fairly interesting history. There are some old ruins as well as an old quarry site. The grounds are open to hunting and we were surprised by a bird hunter and his dog who was running around off leash, creating a little havoc for us while walking our two dogs on the trail. If you visit in the fall, be sure to bring some hunter orange if you plan on exploring the trails.

    Now onto the cabins- these are quite nice! They have nice bathrooms with hot showers, a common area with a lot of furniture, a kitchen with large table and full sized appliances. The cabin we stayed in was pet friendly and had two rooms, one with a full size bed and a second one with 2 sets of bunk beds. The heat was quite efficient and kept us warm on some cold nights. 

    These cabins are not equipped with any type of consumables, cookware or linens. You really need to bring everything if you're planning on actually using the bathroom or kitchen. There is toilet paper though :) We chose to stay here due to its proximity to several National Park sites in the area and it was perfect for us! We will be visiting another state park with similar cabins next year, too!

  • Jen R.
    Jun. 4, 2019

    Drooly Bear Cabin

    Extremely peaceful and in the middle of no where

    This is a very nice cabin with three bedrooms, a loft area and 1.5 bathrooms, LR, kitchen and small dining area. There is a large deck with a few chairs and a picnic table. You travel down a non-paved road and into the middle of absolute peacefulness. I sat on the porch for about an hour trying to hear something other than acorns falling, birds chirping and airplanes to no avail. There is a fire pit area however due to the rain we had all of the wood was wet and we were not able to get one started. The sofa in the LR was broken. It almost looked like someone jumped off of the balcony onto it. There was a bachelor party in there just before us so it looks like that had a good time. Also, all of the beds were absolutely not comfortable AT ALL. My back hurt so badly I almost slept on the floor. There is a TV there but no cable however there is internet so they have Hulu, Netflix, ROKU, Amazon Video and a lot of other ways to watch shows if you want. There is a washer and dryer, air conditioning and a wood stove for heat. They also have a crib for infants and a high chair which was very nice as we had a 1 year old at the time. The kitchen was also stocked with appliances, dishes, cups, cooking items, silverware and amenities so we didn't have to drag everything plus the kitchen sink along. Pets are allowed however there is no smoking. You have to be at least 25 years old to rent the cabin. Raystown Lake is very close by and so is Trough Creek State Park. There is a suspension bridge at the park, Balanced Rock and Rainbow Falls. We had a fantastic time and look forward to heading back to the area again someday soon. Everything was stocked very well and we definitely enjoyed our stay.

  • 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

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Jen R.
    Nov. 6, 2020

    Cabin at Raystown Lake

    Remote cabin in the woods surrounded by nature

    This cabin was absolutely amazing. It is off of a stone road in Rothrock State Forest in a gated community. The instructions for gaining access to the community and to the cabin were provided by the owners. We had two families here which were four adults and three children. There was plenty of room for everyone. There were two full bathrooms a small kitchen, dining area, a living room equipped with movies since there was no cable or internet service, a side room off of the kitchen with an electric stove which heated the property. There was also a side and rear deck equipped with a picnic table, chairs and a gas grill. There were also three fire pits around the property to choose from which was great. The back yard was huge and was great for the kids to run around and play football and tag. There was also a horseshoe pit with shoes provided. All kitchen items for eating and cooking were provided. There was a coffee pot as well along with a toaster. Hiking at nearby Trough Creek State Park was amazing and we went to see the Balanced Rock. We also went to Raystown Lake visitor area and checked out the beach area and got some nice photos of the lake. We then headed to the nearby town of Huntingdon and went to Ferguson's Pub for lunch. The food there was great and the owner and waitress were extremely nice. I highly recommend giving them a visit while in town. I recommend the chicken bacon ranch wrap! There is a nearby antique car museum as well and local shopping. There really is something for everyone to do here. Not to mention boating, hiking, camping at the state park and just enjoying nature at it's finest. We had such a relaxing time here I can't wait to come back!

  • J K.
    Oct. 14, 2019

    Seven Mountains Campground

    Nic cabin camping!

    Nice, clean, friendly/accommodating staff and the prices were reasonable for the accommodations. My Outdoor Adventure Algorithm is:(Drink+Fire+Lean-To)-(Rules+Regulations+Fees)/(Crowd-Privacy)*(Isolation*Acceptability of loud, primal, Forest-Man behavior)=Camping. While you won't mistake yourself for a member of the Donner Party, you'll also be comfortable, watching Dish, cooking on a gas stove or microwave inside(fire-ring out), with cold food/drinks and ice from the'big' mini-fridge. Bunk room had 2 bunk beds, each with a full size mattress AND room to move, plus good natural light. Living/dining area is large with a wall-mounted tv, rustic wood dining set, storage room and hooks/hangers, good natural light, as well as sufficient artificial direct and ambient lighting.Comfortable couch pulls out into a comfortable bed. Large covered front porch with again more lighting and a hanging swing. Parking is driveway-close, and they're pretty mellow about blazing conflagrations(IF it's under control) so you can get a REAL bed of coals to properly cook.They also have used/re-purposed camping/RV/tailgating items for sale( some free). It would even make a good event-specific yard-sale trip. Overall, a damned nice hotel in the woods. Not a survivalist challenge or hXc camping experience; just a clean, safe getaway for a game, Arts Fest, or just a time-out

  • Staci R.
    Oct. 29, 2017

    Cowans Gap State Park Campground

    Great place for connecting with outdoors

    Pet friendly (spaces 1-30, Campground A), nice shower houses with heat, well laid out beach, beach house, watercraft rentals, friendly park rangers & staff, and in the center of trails galore!

  • Rebecca E.
    Aug. 17, 2017

    Black Moshannon State Park Campground

    Totally Acceptable

    Beautiful facility- typical Pa mountains, abundant green trees, water...nice Campground AND cabin rentals are really nicely situated. Water was thick with weeds & lilies but ok nonetheless. Great day trip spot.


Guide to Duncansville

Cabin camping near Duncansville, Pennsylvania, offers a perfect blend of nature and comfort, making it an ideal getaway for families and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

Explore the Scenic Raystown Lake

  • Enjoy the stunning views and recreational opportunities at Lake Raystown Resort and Lodge, where you can rent cabins with easy access to the lake.
  • Experience the beauty of nature at Lake Raystown Family Camping, which provides a serene environment perfect for fishing and kayaking.
  • Stay at Drooly Bear Cabin, nestled in the woods, offering a peaceful retreat with nearby hiking trails and stunning views of Raystown Lake.

Family-Friendly Activities Await

Cabins are Available at Blue Knob State Park

  • Experience the tranquility of Blue Knob State Park Campground, featuring spacious cabins surrounded by nature, ideal for a peaceful retreat.
  • Stay at Lake Raystown Family Camping, where cozy cabins provide a comfortable base for exploring the lake and its surroundings.
  • Enjoy the rustic charm of Cabin at Raystown Lake, offering a fully equipped kitchen and ample space for families to relax after a day of outdoor activities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular cabin campsite near Duncansville, PA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Duncansville, PA is Crooked Run Campground — Prince Gallitzin State Park with a 4.3-star rating from 26 reviews.

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