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TravelerDogwood Acres Campground
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The staff here are amazing. Quiet time is respected, clean campground. Will come again.
Tent Camping near Huntingdon, PA
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Tent campsites near Huntingdon, Pennsylvania range from secluded spots along Clover Creek to established sites within Penn Roosevelt State Park. The region offers several tent-specific options including Star Lee Farm, which features a limited number of primitive tent sites in a private setting, and Long Acres on Clover Creek, where visitors can access walk-in tent locations with creek access. Proximity to state game lands and hiking trails makes these areas popular with outdoor enthusiasts seeking basic camping experiences without RV traffic.
Walk-in tent sites at Penn Roosevelt State Park provide a rustic camping experience with minimal amenities. Most tent areas offer fire pits and picnic tables, though amenities vary significantly between established and primitive locations. The campsites at Penn Roosevelt are tent-only and arranged around a small pond. Vault toilets are available at most established campgrounds, but drinking water access is limited. During peak summer months, primitive tent setups in more remote areas may require advance planning as access roads can be challenging after rain. One camper noted that "Penn Roosevelt is beautiful and secluded, with sites spaced out and peaceful."
Reeds Gap State Park offers tent-only camping with slightly more amenities than other nearby options. Sites are situated along Honey Creek with some tucked back in the trees for additional privacy. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, campers appreciate the "quiet and peaceful" atmosphere with "only a dozen or so tent sites." Walk-in tent locations throughout the region typically provide greater separation between campsites than drive-up areas. Many sites feature proximity to water sources, though filtering is recommended. Cell service is notably absent at many primitive tent campgrounds in the area, making these locations ideal for disconnecting. Fall camping provides cooler temperatures and fewer insects, with many campers reporting the most pleasant tent camping conditions from late September through October.
Best Tent Campgrounds near Huntingdon (14)
1. STAR LEE FARM
"There's a huge field to start gaze as well as taking pictures, lots of hiking and if you're a bee enthusiast they grow their own honey in the property and you're more than welcome to walk around and look"
"We're so happy to welcome this new property to our platform. Check them out, and come back here to leave them some love."
2. Long Acres on Clover Creek
"The secluded area combined with the creek nearby made for a great escape from reality. The stars are so bright out here and the tent was absolutely fabulous! Definitely 10/10 recommend."
Check AvailabilityAvailable this weekend
from $25 - $65 / night
3. Nancy's Boat To Shore Campground (PA)
"They are in an area of the lake that has a lot of boat traffic, the waterfront spots usually book a few weeks in advance and are in a wake zone. There is mooring along both sides of the campground."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $15 / night
4. Wilson Boondock Hollow
Check Availabilityfrom $40 - $50 / night
5. Penn Roosevelt State Park Campground
"Beautiful primitive campground (tent only). Get a site on the outside towards the water. They are spaced out and peaceful. Has restrooms (no shower), picnic table, and fire pit at each site."
"The sites are tent only and pretty close together but some still feel secluded. Very accessible and the park has some good trails."
Check Availabilityfrom $25 / night
6. Valley Campground
7. Nancys Camp
8. Reeds Gap State Park Campground
"Then I go find a deserted section and a picnic table and just sit down. Immediately I can feel every bit is stress or anxiety dissipate."
"Nice and peaceful with a dozen or so tent only sites. We got a nice one tucked back in the trees, but a few of them are pretty close to the road - not like it's terribly busy."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $22 / night
9. Standing Stone Farm
from $25 - $50 / night
10. Warriors Path State Park Campground
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Get a text when availablefrom $72 / night
Drive Time
- 32 min from Altoona, PA
- 42 min from State College, PA
- 1 hr 13 min from Johnstown, PA
- 1 hr 17 min from Chambersburg, PA
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Tent Camping Reviews near Huntingdon, PA
501 Reviews of 14 Huntingdon Campgrounds
Matt S.
LegendLake Raystown Resort and Lodge
Enormous property, but...
We spent a long weekend for walks in the woods, seeing the fall colors, and all around a huge lake.
What We Liked:
- Even though the sites are sloped, they’re huge. I like that a lot.
- This property is enormous. They have a marina on the lake, a wedding facility, conference center, lots of cabins which look pretty good, and tent sites in addition to the RV sites. Go say hi to the goats behind the store. The property is amazing!
- If you’re interested, it’s a 90-minute drive to the Flight 93 Memorial— well worth the trip!
Things to Keep in Mind:
- The roads getting there are like a roller coaster. This isn’t the resort’s fault, but something you need to know if you’re going there.
- The sites are sloped. Took several blocks to get even close to level. I may be spoiled, but I really appreciate a level site.
- No sewer connection. There’s a dump station available, but just know the sites are water and electric only.
Would We Return?
- Probably not. It’s not fun driving in that area and there’s nothing much to do in the area.
- WWill W.
GuideCrooked Run Campground — Prince Gallitzin State Park
Very large CG. I car camped at site 066 (with electric) in mid-October and CG was 3/4 empty. Nice location on Glendale Lake with a beach and boat activities (for warmer months). Showers had no hot water but facilities were nice. Very little separation between sites. Nearby hunters discharging guns into evening hours.
- nnancy H.Guide
Hosack Run
Quiet & Dog friendly - 20minutes from Gettysburg Battfields
This pet friendly campground in Caledonia State Park is .8 miles from the larger Chinquapin campground (no pets), ranger station and swimming pool. Our site #171 was level, paved, full hook ups and next to modern clean bathrooms with flush toilets, warm showers and outside dish washing sinks. Many available sites with and without services on a Sunday in October. There were a good number of friendly, tidy, long term campers with large wall tents. (They allow 21 day stays after Labor Day)
- Jake F.
ScoutSunsational Family Campground
I would not recommend to anyone
This campground is nothing as stated in the reviews. And now I know why. The one review on here besides mine is from the owner. The bathrooms are not clean. I was told for Labor Day weekend I could stay for two nights had reserved and all. They then abruptly cancelled my reservation and took three days to respond and say I could have a different cabin and tent sight but would need to stay three nights because of the holiday. They also charged a cleaning for a service pet which is not legal. We then showed up and were the only people staying that weren’t seasonal site people and very not welcomed. The first comment made was here come the weekend warriors. We look at the cabin which was ironically filthy and covered in mouse poop yet we got charged a cleaning fee. The grass was not mowed the porter potty’s so gross bugs are crawling in the bottom. The camp store was closed during the car show they had and when we asked when it will be open they stated it will not. It was 1 pm on a Saturday. The reservation process was unorganized. The playground was not mowed or weed whacked and a slide is ratchet strapped together. I would not recommend this place to anyone.
Nancy B.
RangerShawnee State Park Campground
Well maintained
The sites and roads are well maintained. Some sites are on hilly roads but are acceptable for tenters. The bathhouse is older but the showers are hot. August 2026
- JJC T.Traveler
Cowans Gap State Park Campground
Great spot for a weekend away!
Very clean campgrounds with nice trails along the lake and the creek that feeds it! Plenty of space near swimming area and even a geocache to find!
Heather S.GuideFriendship Village Campground & RV Park
Home Away From Home
I don’t know what it is about this place but whenever I’m here all my worries are gone! I can honestly say IM RELAXED!!! I’m relaxed- whether I’m riding the golf cart eating ice cream, playing in the arcades, walking around in the campground store, playing mini golf, fishing from our campsite, watching the doggy’s play in the dog park. I’m honestly happy here!!! My favorite sites are by the lake or river. The bathhouses were clean!! We don’t swim but the pools looked great!! I’m always sad to leave but super excited to come back!! I have a video review on my YouTube channel @UpOnTheRidge304 about this campground - feel free to check it out.
- MMark M.Guide
Western Village RV Park
Pretty campground, friendly staff, but RVs are packed in like sardines
We used to camp here 30+ years ago. Nice that it hasn't changed much. Still has a game room with pool table, driving games, skeet ball, etc. No more pinball games like in the past. Apparently in the 1930 there was a working train around the campground, a restaurant and horse shoes - none of which are at present.
Sites are quite small. I thought our neighbor's awning was going to hit our RV, and that ours might hit the next neighbor's RV. In some parts the campers are also back to back, luckily ours is not.
They have wi-fi but you must pay for it, no free service. No cable TV (which is the norm these days). Good cell reception so you will need that or a Starlink to stream shows.
Staff are friendly. Sites are pretty level. The campground itself is rather pretty with trees, grassy areas, playgrounds for kids, etc. Lots of lightning bugs at night, and birds during the day.
At night it's interesting to walk around as so many seasonal and permanent campers have lights around their campers, trees, etc. Almost like walking around one of those light up parks they do around Christmas.
Guide to Huntingdon
Tent camping near Huntingdon, Pennsylvania offers primitive and established sites across central Pennsylvania's ridges and valleys where elevation ranges from 700 to 2,300 feet. Many campgrounds in the region follow waterways including Honey Creek and Clover Creek, with most tent sites situated at elevations below 1,000 feet. Weather patterns create distinct camping seasons, with summer temperatures averaging 85°F during daytime and dropping to 60°F at night.
What to do
Fishing access points: Wilson Hollow Boondock provides easy access to nearby fishing spots with primitive amenities that appeal to anglers seeking solitude. Campers can bring their own equipment for catch-and-release fishing in nearby streams.
Creek exploration: Long Acres on Clover Creek offers direct creek access for wading and wildlife observation. "The secluded area combined with the creek nearby made for a great escape from reality," notes Sarah A., who particularly enjoyed "close access to state game lands and nearby hiking trails and fishing spots."
Stargazing opportunities: The dark skies above Star Lee Farm create optimal conditions for astronomy enthusiasts. "There's a huge field to star gaze as well as taking pictures," reports Tiana S., who appreciates how the location allows visitors to "completely escape the business of modern world."
Honey Creek trails: Campers can access moderate hiking trails directly from campsites along Honey Creek. "There's a creek along the outside and a nice easy hiking trail that follows it," mentions Danielle C. about her experience with local water trails.
What campers like
Privacy between sites: Tent campers appreciate the thoughtful site layout at Penn Roosevelt State Park Campground. "Get a site on the outside towards the water. They are spaced out and peaceful," recommends Joann&WellsThePup I., noting the "short walk to creek and beautiful pond."
No cell service retreats: Many campgrounds in the region offer true disconnection from technology. "Put your phone away cuz there's no cell service here! Nice and peaceful with a dozen or so tent only sites," writes Danielle C. about the digital detox experience.
Rustic amenities: Facilities focus on basics rather than luxury. "It's a bit primitive having only bathrooms and water in several spots in the campground," explains Denise D., adding "Make sure you bring everything you need as there isn't a store nearby."
Seasonal availability: Fall camping provides more comfortable conditions and fewer crowds. "Stayed during the winter so the park wasn't very busy but there was one other group of campers," notes paige L. about off-season opportunities at Penn Roosevelt State Park.
What you should know
Access challenges: Some campgrounds require navigation through remote forest roads. "Driving in I got a little worried I was getting lost, but I drove on," shares Chuck M., cautioning that Penn Roosevelt has "a very tight hairpin turn on the way in. My six foot long trailer barely made the turn!"
Water access limitations: Campers should prepare for variable water availability at tent sites. "The water was off, but I was prepared to wilderness camp later in my trip so, that was no big deal," reports Chuck M. about his experience during shoulder season.
Vault toilets only: Most tent-focused campgrounds offer basic sanitation. "Bathroom with hot showers is nearby. One shower stall in each bathroom and the showers had a large dressing area," explains Cheryl K. about the limited but functional facilities at Reeds Gap State Park Campground.
Reservation systems: Campground booking procedures vary significantly. "Pay by honor system at the park office," mentions Cheryl K. about Reeds Gap's casual approach to Sunday night camping when "we were the only ones there."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Families with children should consider campsites near recreational facilities. "There's a nice creek that runs through it, picnic pavilions and a playground for the kids!" notes Rebecca G. about family amenities at Reeds Gap.
Site selection strategy: When camping with children, location within the campground matters. "We got a nice one tucked back in the trees, but a few of them are pretty close to the road," advises Danielle C., suggesting sites away from traffic for safer family camping.
Educational opportunities: Nancy's Boat To Shore Campground (PA) offers unique water-based camping experiences. "This campground is accessed by boat only. But it has a maintenance road and is patrolled by college kids with summer jobs," explains John H., noting the unconventional access creates learning opportunities.
Family-friendly timing: For camping with children, consider weekday visits to avoid crowds. "I arrived on a Wednesday evening. I had my pick of campsites, because I was the only person there!" shares Chuck M. about midweek availability at Penn Roosevelt.
Tips from RVers
Size restrictions: Large RVs face significant limitations at most tent-focused campgrounds. "If you have a trailer, I do not recommend this spot," warns Chuck M. about Penn Roosevelt's tight access roads and limited turning radius.
Alternative boat access: RVers seeking unconventional camping can consider Nancy's Boat To Shore Campground. "These campsites are accessible by boat ONLY! They are in an area of the lake that has a lot of boat traffic," explains Kristen H., noting "there is mooring along both sides of the campground" for those arriving by water.
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