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Canoe Creek State Park Campground's pet-friendly cabins make it a popular choice for dog owners looking to explore the Hollidaysburg area. Dogs are permitted in designated cabins, though not all accommodation options accept pets. The cabins feature full kitchens, bathrooms with hot showers, and comfortable living spaces with multiple bedrooms. Some campers note the bathroom facilities are slightly dated but fully functional. The park offers several hiking trails where leashed dogs can join their owners, and the nearby lake provides opportunities for wildlife viewing. Dogs must be on leashes no longer than 6 feet at all times while in the park.
Blue Knob State Park Campground welcomes pets at its wooded sites situated on Pennsylvania's second-highest mountain. The campground features wide, spacious sites with ample room for dogs to relax alongside their owners. Tent campers should bring padding as sites can be rocky. The park's extensive trail system includes numerous pet-friendly options ranging from easy to difficult terrain. Limited cell service means owners should plan ahead for emergency veterinary contacts. Firewood isn't sold on-site, so visitors camping with pets should bring extra supplies, especially during cooler mountain evenings when temperatures drop significantly lower than surrounding areas. The nearby Lost Children of the Alleghenies Monument can be accessed via pet-friendly trails, offering both exercise for dogs and historical interest for their owners.
"Ridge camp is the furthest away from the marina and the public swimming area. However it's the closest to the Allegrippis Trail system and from the entrance of the camp loop there is a trail head!"
"It’s close to bathhouse and playground if you want those. There is parking at every bath house. There is trash receptacles at the entrance to the loop as well as firewood or sale."
from $28 - $200 / night
Check Availability"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."
"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."
from $20 - $57 / night
Check Availability"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!"
"Fantastic lake side camping resort. Best for campers or using their cabins but it has freeway access to the lake and beautiful views."
"it’s small, with shaded sites around the perimeter and two walk in sites just left of the entrance."
"The hiking here is really spectacular with lots of scenery, overlooks, and side trails that extend many miles out into state forest lands which are adjacent to the park."
from $20 - $108 / night
Check Availability"Adjacent huge cemetery site is accessible via a goat path at the back of the campground and provided a great place to walk our dog every day."
"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."
"You can go to the beach, kayak, hike, or go outside the park to explore some caves or a bat church. We will continue to come here every year!"
from $70 - $75 / night
Check Availability"We camped at Suquehannock for the first time in August 2020 and had a fantastic time with our dog!"
"We ended up with spot 3, which was on a cliff’s edge. So, it looked like it may be near the water, but there was no way down, and the forest obscured any view that may have been there."
from $25 - $32 / night
Check Availability"The pavilion where all those activities happened were right next to our site (22 with the doggie den)."
"The staff here at Raystown Lake/Saxton KOA are great. They a friendly, willing to help anyway they can, and keep the place spotless."
from $100 / night
Check Availability"We had easy access to things around us but a quick walk along a path brought us to a beautiful spot by the creek. We set up camp right along the creek, as shown in our pictures."
from $25 - $50 / night
"We wanted to be close to Raystown Lake. Trough is quiet and small. It's really great if you're looking for a spot to "rough" it (not really, but closer than most!) with the kids. Awesome sites."
"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."
from $23 - $25 / night
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GuideOne of the best campgrounds I have stayed at so far the pond is nice and has a 1/2 mile walking path around it with trees and beaches to stop and sit dog park is big and has a place for small or large dogs there is 3 play grounds all different and all well kept
GuidePreface: if your main objective is activities for children, you have come to the right place. This place is loud and full of kids.
We booked a site but chose not to pay to select which one. All the pictures looked great! We ended up on a grassy hill in the back. The spot was so unlevel there were 19 inches between my bottom step and the ground. This site was the same price as level ones closer to activities.
Also bathrooms were outdated. They had older residential toilets that plugged constantly. The day we left 2 of the 3 in our nearest bathroom were out of order.
Aside from all the above, the Dog Park is awesome. It’s the size of a real, normal dog park. The ice cream on site is also a nice perk.
RangerThis is a small campground with about half the sites being rustic electric back-in sites and the other being rustic walk-to tent sites. We stayed in the walk-to section. A lot of them are labeled "waterfront" by the park site but ours did not live up to that criteria so be aware of that. We were hoping to be truly stream-side but were not that near to it. The bathrooms were modern and clean. The park is extremely quiet and peaceful, probably one of the most remote PA state parks we've been to. The camper side was pretty full while we were the only ones on the walk-to side. We enjoyed walking the roads and little trails around the campground and seeing the old stone fireplaces/chimneys. There was a dog park area on the walk-to side which was nice. We liked it here.
ScoutClean and well taken care of, pretty quiet. Would definitely stay here again but a few things to keep in mind.
For kids the play grounds are run down. Also no real “dog run”. All in all if your a couple wanting to go relax its great, but if you have pets and or younger kids there isn’t much on the grounds.
TravelerWe stayed during Bigfoot weekend. It was super fun as our family likes bigfoot fun. We started out Friday night getting the offered $12 bbq plate that included pork burnt ends, beans and potato salad that were "oh it's so good". On Saturday was rock painting and then bingo and ended the night with a DJ dance party. The pavilion where all those activities happened were right next to our site (22 with the doggie den). Then Sunday we had pancakes and later a visit from RayCEP which is an education program that PA DNCR provides talking about various outdoorsy type things. This is primarily for kids, but we sat and listened too and our 17 year old helped out with the craft.
After the weekend though, all the activity slows down. There are seasonal campers that stay around, and they're constantly working on improving and fixing up sites during the week. Expect lots of quiet time just relaxing during the week. There's the pool, dog park, bounce pillow, playground, but not tons to do which if you're looking for is great. Raystown Lake has multiple access areas that are probably 15-20 minutes away - we fished at Tautman Run and Aitch - both were accessible and had lots of bluegill to steal our worms.
Now to the site description: Site 22 is a deluxe patio back in site with a patio, 4 nice Adirondack chairs, a double glider, a weber propane grill and built in fire pit AND a dog fence just for that site that was maybe 6 ft x 6ft. it was big enough for our 2 labs to fit into when we fed them. The site wasn't hard to level our RV but overall the sites are hilly and in fact the whole park is on a hill.
The owners and workers were friendly and great hosts! We love what they're doing there.
One last tip: if traveling from the Altoona area, go out through Martinsburg over Cove Mountain Rd - it saves you 30 minutes to an hour.
LegendThis 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!
ScoutThis campground is perfect for people who are looking to get away from busy city life or just want to relax next to a lake. Even though you can't see the lake from every site you can be there within a 10 minute walk. They have pet friendly sites, bike trails, and you can canoe, kayak, and take boats out on the lake. There are specific swimming areas and you can fish just about anywhere. Little to no cell service and there are some local stores/restaurants around the lake within 5-10 miles of the campground but most things close between 8-10pm. There is a camp store with food and supplies available sonif you show up with a text and a sleeping bag they can help out with the rest. Keep in mind being in the woods and by the lake it Ian always 5-15 degrees cooler than the surroundings towns so I feel you are leaving and want to explore the areas outside the campground be prepared for it to be much warmer than expected. I've been going here my whole life (32 years) and it is always clean and the people who work/volunteer there are super friendly and helpful. I've been there during every month they are open and each season is a new and exciting experience. They have a lot I feel family oriented activities and so you don't need to leave to find something to do.
GuideNice clean and quiet campground. The address online took us to the ranger station. Turn left BEFORE bridge. Couldn’t see sign from the road. The section we were in was “no pets allowed”. My kids loved the beach, swimming was not deep. Beach was big with adjacent playground. Lots of pavilions all over. The area was a little crowded for my liking.
GuideThis campground was our least favorite of the many we’ve been to this summer, in large part because there were so many people! We stayed in 103 RedOak loop because we had our dogs. The site itself was fine, and there were no hook ups - which we knew- in that section. The mix of tents and smaller pop ups was nice. But, if you want to get away and be in nature this may not be your spot. The sites across/diagonal to us started playing movies on their big screen projector Friday and Sat. nights. If I wanted to hear my neighbors movies I would have stayed home. And others in our loop arrived late, close to 11 pm and spent the next hour hammering stakes for their tent. Everything just felt so loud. Because it was pet friendly there was a constant barking festival - our dogs included- because you were basically on the main loop road where everyone walked their dogs with little privacy.
We also hoped to work on Friday during our stay given they advertise WiFi. We paid for WiFi for the day and couldn’t get much work done. We won’t make that mistake again. There was little to no data for AT&T.
We spent a day on the lake on a pontoon that was from 1972. The younger staff were great and all respectful wearing masks. The lake was fine but nothing like Deep CreekMD or Summersville, WV. People were average friendly. The trails were nice enough but they were walking trails around the lake. Our dogs liked that.
If you want to kayak or fish, that’s the adventure you’ll get here. And you will be in campground Americana with 300 other people.
Hollidaysburg camping sites sit amid the Allegheny Mountains in central Pennsylvania, with elevations ranging from 900 to 3,000 feet above sea level. Weather patterns typically bring cooler temperatures at higher elevations, with mountain sites averaging 10-15 degrees cooler than surrounding valleys. Summer camping season runs from April through October, with most facilities closing during winter months.
Fishing at Raystown Lake: Seven Points campground provides access to 8,300 acres of water at Raystown Lake. "We can't wait to go back soon! The lake is so clean and refreshing and we have such beautiful views from our camp site. We went down to the swim beach and our kiddo made sand castles and swam in the clear water," shares Jennifer D. from Seven Points (PA).
Mountain biking on Allegrippis Trails: These IMBA-standard trails begin just above the Ridge camp loop at Seven Points. "The mtb trails begin just above the upper camp loops and provide a full day of fast flowing singletrack," notes Travis S. Biking enthusiasts can access "extensive bike trails called Allegrippis trails" directly from the campground.
Visit the Lost Children Monument: This historical site near Blue Knob State Park Campground commemorates a local tragedy. "Local history is right around the corner with the Lost Children of the Alleghenies Monument," writes Jenna G. The monument is accessible via hiking trails within the park, which range from easy to difficult.
Experience balanced rocks at Trough Creek: The park features unusual geological formations. "It has a nice hike up above a creek with a huge rock that appears ready to fall over the cliff with a simple touch. Very neat," explains Nick S. about Trough Creek State Park Campground.
Level, spacious sites: Many campgrounds in the Hollidaysburg area offer well-maintained camping pads. "From the time we arrived and filled up the fresh water tank at the ultra-cool 4 lane dump station, I knew we were in for a great weekend... One backup attempt into the site and it was perfectly level...that was definitely a first for us," reports Tim J. about Seven Points (PA).
Clean facilities: Bathroom quality varies between campgrounds. At Raystown Lake / Saxton KOA, "the bathrooms/showers (3 of the 4 look brand new), and the pool has been crystal clear," according to Chuck M. This campground is "in the middle of nowhere but if you like the outdoors, I recommend it."
Waterfront options: For direct lake access, Susquehannock Campground offers prime locations. "Very cool camp. Loops for RVs, higher on the hill, waterfront loops on steeper grounds for tents, and some walk-to sites adjacent to parking right at the point which double as boat-in. Some site right on the water, can walk right into the lake," describes Ian W. about Susquehannock.
Pet-friendly primitive camping: Pat's Primitive Place offers back-to-basics camping for those with pets. "The campsite was exactly what we were looking for. It was off the grid but not too remote... Right around the corner from our site was a great spot along the river for sitting out in the sun and fishing for trout," shares Sarah C.
Temperature variations: Higher elevations mean significantly cooler weather. At Blue Knob State Park, located on Pennsylvania's second-highest peak, temperatures can drop unexpectedly. "It was chillier than surrounding areas due to being on the mountain," notes Laura, who visited in September.
Cell service limitations: Many campgrounds have limited connectivity. At Susquehannock, campers should plan accordingly: "No cell service at all, nor OTA TV. Water is available in the campground at various spots. Day use is busy, but campground is pleasantly quiet," reports Gary P.
Site terrain considerations: Tent campers should check site specifications. "Camp sites are rocky so be sure to bring a mat if tent camping. The park does not offer fire wood for purchase; bring extra," advises Jenna G. about Blue Knob State Park Campground.
Water quality issues: Some campgrounds have water concerns. At Trough Creek, one camper reported: "The 'water hookup' was BROWN. The bathroom has no lights or sink... We had bug spray on and had two ThermaCELLs running and were literally eaten alive by mosquitoes."
Kid-friendly water activities: Many area campgrounds offer beach access. At Crooked Run Campground, families find "a private beach for the campgrounds make it a nice vacation spot," mentions A.R. R. The park also features "affordable boat rentals" and "a BMX track for kids."
Recreational programming: Some parks offer organized activities. "We participated in the Outdoors for Everyone event. The site was clean, decently level area for tents, accessible to potable water and bathrooms with showers. Rangers were wonderful to work with in setting up teaching opportunities for the girls," shares Nicole F. about Prince Gallitzin State Park Crooked Run Campground.
Educational opportunities: The Seven Points visitor center provides learning experiences. "The visitors center has a great educational area inside and a nature trail outside. Across from the visitors center is a mountain bike park," Rachel B. explains. This makes for valuable educational opportunities during family camping trips.
Electrical considerations: Electric hookups vary between campgrounds. "Great camp sites and friendly staff. 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," notes Dawn N. about Lake Raystown Resort, which offers water and electric hookups for RVs.
Dump station facilities: Seven Points features exceptional waste disposal options. "We got in one of the 4 lanes with no wait. The dump station, as noted above had wide lanes and made the experience an easy and clean one," reports Tim J. The four-lane system prevents long waits during busy checkout times.
Site selection for larger rigs: Campers with larger RVs should research specific loops. At Seven Points (PA), Tim J. notes, "We took a drive around through the other six campgrounds and decided Point was our favorite, but obviously crowded because it is right on the lake. Senoia camp was (our) tied with Ridge, but only the lower portion. Once you go up the hill to sites above #231, it gets very steep and far away from the water."
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