Camping cabins near Huntingdon, Pennsylvania are situated within the Allegheny Mountains region, at elevations ranging from 760 to 1,000 feet above sea level. The area experiences seasonal weather patterns with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F during peak camping months. Most cabin facilities remain open from April through October, with some locations like Raystown Lake/Saxton KOA offering year-round accommodations.
What to do
Hiking trails for all levels: Trough Creek State Park Campground offers unique geological features. "The trails are nice and very scenic. 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," notes Gary P.
Mountain biking on dedicated paths: Seven Points campground provides direct access to the Allegrippis Trail system. "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," shares Travis S.
Water activities on Raystown Lake: Beyond swimming, visitors can rent kayaks or boats at several locations. "The lake is beautiful and sunsets from the campground are stunning. There is a sandy beach which is perfect for swimming. They welcome furry friends," according to Britt B. at Lake Raystown Resort.
What campers like
Clean, updated facilities: Raystown Lake/Saxton KOA earns praise for bathroom quality. "The staff here are great. They are friendly, willing to help anyway they can, and keep the place spotless. It looks like they have recently remodeled the bathrooms/showers (3 of the 4 look brand new), and the pool has been crystal clear," shares Chuck M.
Lake access: Pleasant Hills Campground offers peaceful sites with easy lake access. "Beautiful campground. All wooded sites with shade all day long. Quite/peaceful setting. Great for sitting and listening to nature... 15 minutes from 8000-acre Raystown lake. Good for canoes/kayaks from Aitch boat ramp," says Gabe.
Natural surroundings: Black Moshannon State Park Campground, though farther from Huntingdon, provides unique water features. "Great camping area stop a mountain...nice unique lake that is incredibly dark in color. Lilly pads abound with great flowers," notes Clay P.
What you should know
Site layout considerations: Some campgrounds feature multi-level sites that require planning. "Our site in Ridge, along with most others from #6-24 were very well shaded. One thing to note is Ridge is on an incline with a loop at the end. Perfect for turning around to head out. With the slope, however be aware of the kids and adults riding around on bicycles and skateboards," cautions Tim J. at Seven Points.
Limited cell service: Many cabin locations have minimal or no connectivity. At Trough Creek State Park, one visitor mentions: "No cell service at all, nor OTA TV. Water is available in the campground at various spots."
Seasonal variations: Booking pressure increases dramatically during summer months, particularly for waterfront sites. "We stayed at Senoia loop in site 236 which was spacious, private, and with a nice breeze! It's close to bathhouse and playground if you want those."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Multiple loops at Seven Points feature playgrounds. "Valley Camp (VCAM) was a single in/out with a loop around the playground, but the sites appeared too small for our 28' TT," notes one reviewer.
Swimming beach amenities: Lake Raystown Resort offers a designated swimming area with facilities. "There is a sandy beach which is perfect for swimming. Note there are minimum nightly stays over weekends during peak periods."
Educational activities: Canoe Creek State Park Campground offers learning opportunities. "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," shares Sarah C.
Tips from RVers
Water and dump station access: Seven Points features efficient utility systems. "We filled up the fresh water tank at the ultra-cool 4 lane dump station... The signage was very well marked and the fresh water spigot was more like a little tank, super-solid, clean and modern."
Site leveling: Some locations offer naturally level pads. "We pulled into Ridge Camp (RCAM on Recreation.gov) and drove a little bit down a hill to our site. One backup attempt into the site and (according to our LevelMatePRO app) it was perfectly level...that was definitely a first for us."
Road access considerations: Some cabin locations require navigating difficult terrain. Pleasant Hills Campground has "Very rough road to get to campground," according to one visitor, while another notes some campground roads can be steep and challenging for larger RVs.
