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Little Pine State Park Campground includes glamping accommodations with yurts available seasonally from April through mid-December in Waterville, PA. Happy Acres Resort also offers year-round glamping options with water and electric hookups in a peaceful mountain setting. "We tent glamp with a Q air mattress and lots of room. Happy Acres had tent spots with electric and water," shared one visitor who extended their planned four-night stay to a full week. These luxury camping sites feature amenities beyond traditional camping, with proximity to trails, fishing spots, and outdoor recreation areas. Both locations provide picnic tables, fire rings, and access to clean shower facilities, creating a comfortable outdoor experience without sacrificing conveniences.
Outdoor enthusiasts visiting these glamping destinations can enjoy kayaking and fishing at Little Pine Lake or hiking along the Mid-State Trail that runs through the campground. Multiple reviews highlight the peaceful setting, with one guest noting, "It's one of my favorite places to go! It's so beautiful and most relaxing place!" Beyond on-site activities, glampers have easy access to the Pine Creek Rail Trail for cycling, while Happy Acres offers a playground, basketball court, shuffleboard, and a seasonal swimming pool. The nearby restaurant at Happy Acres provides dining options after a day of outdoor adventure. Fall visitors particularly enjoy the scenic beauty of the changing foliage, while summer guests appreciate the water activities available at these boutique camping destinations.
"Electric only but water fill up is in convenient locations. Dump station is provided. Well maintained and clean. So many outdoor activities abound."
"We will even take a day during the winter and just drive up for a visit. the pitures i have were from last winter. this state park has yurts you can rent to stay in and also so very good campsites too"
from $24 - $80 / night
Check Availability"Friendly staff. Near to Knoebels amusement park which is a must visit too."
"Some even have water and electric hookups. There was a decent playground area but the bathrooms could use a remodel."
"We ended up getting a corner site right on the edge of a hill looking down on the main office and playground. It was perfect. Playground was huge with multiple playsets suitable for all ages."
"We decided to stay here based on it's close proximity to Bucknell University. The staff is friendly, clientele is calm. Lots of well maintained seasonal sites."
"We were given a pull through site with water close to the bath house, which was very clean and had nice warm showers."
"Easy access to camp ground. The check in process was just to drive to the site and set up which was different but very easy. The sites are private on the sides with some green space to play on."
"The distance between spots was good. Roads were a little narrow but manageable. Everyone was very friendly and with the exception of one neighbor, dogs were kept mostly quiet."
from $26 - $113 / night
Check Availability"Absolutely beautiful well kept campground situated between Pine Creek and the rail trail! Great facilities...there's even glamping tents!"
"Petticoat Junction campground is nestled in the PA Grand Canyon with Pine Creek on one side and the Rails to Trails on the other of the campground."
from $30 - $100 / night
Check Availability"Very primitive, only 2 sites with electric and no playground (but 4 swings), however the creek is beautiful and the kids were so happy to play in it."
"There’s no camp store here but about 3.5 miles away at Poe Valley there’s a store, real bathrooms and showers, kayaking rentals, etc. There’s a guy that sells firewood just past Poe Valley."
from $20 - $43 / night
Check Availability"The water pressure is good, electric stable, and good cable TV connections. There is no internet at the sites and only a moderate cell phone signal."
"The sites are always clean and the staff is great. They have a nice general store, pool, and family friendly activities."
from $30 - $65 / night
Check Availabilityfrom $35 / night
Check Availability"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."
"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."
from $24 - $159 / night
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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.
ScoutLooks cute from the outside but once you get in you are immediately disappointed. The cabin had a smell, a wrinkly floor, and was very dark. There is a lack of any shelf or cabinets and only minimal hooks to put your things. Even the TV was on the dining table and you can't use the remote from the bed either. We used the table benches and top of fireplace to place our stuff. We also had no AC. The signs on the wall said make sure you turn off the AC, but no AC. Our friends stayed in cabin 6 and it was so cute, bright, and had AC. Our other friend stayed in 2 and it was much better than ours as well. 3 was better too.
In addition they would not honor a AAA discount due to already paying, what?!
TravelerAbsolutely beautiful well kept campground situated between Pine Creek and the rail trail! Great facilities...there's even glamping tents!
ScoutKnoebels campground is situated next to Knoebels amusement park and offers sites for tent campers and RVs, as well as cabins.
There is electricity at every site but not water. There are fill stations throughout the campgrounds. Most sites are level and shaded. There are nice sturdy wooden platforms for tent campers.
The bath houses are clean and well maintained. There are outside sinks with mirrors, laundry facilities, shower stalls, and toilet stalls. Or if you prefer there are also traditional bathrooms with showers.
Quiet hours are enforced between 10p and 8a.
Each site has a fire ring and picnic table. Wood is available by the bucket near the check in building. Sites are inexpensive and are all a short walk, or free shuttle ride, to the park!.
GuideFound this location while going to Elk State Forest for the elk bugling. Was very happy to find this location. Had clean bathrooms with running water and showers. Campground was tucked away between two mountains and sat next to a creek. Staff was friendly. Plenty of camp sites. Have yearly campsites which is apparent since some of the campers have more permanent structures around or attached to them. Pets allowed. Not the best place for hammock camping but have a few sites with good trees. Out of the main path but nice place to stay.
GuideLittle Mexico is a nice campground with lots of activities in the summer, situated on Penn’s Creek about 15 minutes from Lewisburg, PA. We camped there twice this summer and had enjoyable visits. The road leading to the campground is narrow and winding, but we didn’t experience any trouble. Check in was a breeze as all the paperwork and payment were taken care of prior to arrival and all we needed to do was pick up our gate pass, map and head to the site. The employees in the front office are amazing and some of the friendliest you will meet. The other employees we interacted with during our stays were equally as friendly and helpful!
Overall the sites are good sized, level and the majority have full hook-ups. The water pressure is good, electric stable, and good cable TV connections. There is no internet at the sites and only a moderate cell phone signal. Most of the transient sites are right next to each other with little barriers between. Tubs of wood can be delivered to the site and this good quality firewood! For$10 a load, stock up because it burns well with little obnoxious smoke.
There are various activities each weekend during the summer, a huge pool, playground, mini-golf, and of course Penn’s Creek to float. The only negative would be some of the seasonal sites do not feel the quiet hour times apply to them. Overall, Little Mexico is a nice campground in a beautiful location, with great people operating it!
GuideStayed in the modern camping section. Easy access to camp ground. The check in process was just to drive to the site and set up which was different but very easy. The sites are private on the sides with some green space to play on. Lots of extra places to park extra cars or bring a second vehicle with a boat.
The kids had fun riding the bikes around the loop and taking the short cuts cut in around the loop. We had fun walking to the foot bridge to go fishing.
The camping area was very quite both mornings and evenings. We saw the park rangers drive through multiple times per day.
The bathrooms were clean. There are no shelfs in the showers (except for a bar of soap) but they had hooks to hang your clothes.
The racoons were a fun surprise on our last night! We left the grease trap from the Blackstone out and the they found it. We did not see any bears though we heard they are there.
We had smoke from Canadian forest fires so haze in the pictures is smoke not haze or rainy days! The walking trails are great. You can see the largest white swamp oak in Pennsylvania!
Definitely check out Penns Cave too.
LegendPROS
Senior discount $18
Able to reserve 334 days prior to arriving
Campground quiet but can hear PA 150 road noise
Great night sky viewing
Nice privacy from side neighbor's campsite
Asphalt parking pad
Large gravel around pad to include firepit and utility hook up
Grass around gravel, but was mid-calf high
Metal fire pit which was cleaned out upon arrival
Lantern pole
8 miles off of Interstate 80
Firewood for sale at the campground; $6 bundle
Park is good proximity to Penn State University and Central Pennsylvania
Country Pride Restaurant Milesburg (TA truck stop off of Interstate 80) has some terrific food!
4 bars Verizon
CONS
$6.50 reservation fee for self made online reservation
One day while away from our campsite, park personnel mowed mid-cafe high grass at and around our site and the mowers threw grass all over our table with a table cloth, chairs, trailer, driveway...you name it...it was covered with grass. Why the mowers didn’t direct the mowed grass AWAY from our items is beyond me. What a mess!!!
Check-in clerk at park office was disturbed we checked in with her. Told us just to go to site. Could not tell us if site was vacated. We had to ask for a park map and directions to campground/campsite since this was first time visiting
Site MO45 unlevel from side to side
Site MO45 NO shade as was the case with most of the FHU campsites
Metal frame wood top table in bad condition
Need pathway from upper campsite to toilet/shower building…have to wade thru mid-calf high grass if you don’t walk on the roadway
Toilet/shower facility lit up like a Christmas tree
Toilet/shower facility cleaned on Wednesdays only, according to sign on door
No WiFi
GuideThis is one of the main attractions for the area. Locals come here when the weather is nice.
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.
There is plenty of fishing and hiking to go around.
Really recommend this campsite if you have a little extra money to spend and are looking for a light getaway with friends.
If you're looking for a secluded place for yourself or with a loved one, I would look around the area for a less-popular campsite.
The Jersey Shore area of Pennsylvania offers camping options in the mountainous terrain of north-central PA, with elevations ranging from 500 to 2,000 feet. The region experiences four distinct seasons with warm summers averaging 75-85°F and cold winters that can drop below freezing. Several state parks and private campgrounds in the area offer yurt camping near Jersey Shore, Pennsylvania, providing opportunities for hiking, fishing, and other outdoor activities throughout the year.
Hiking the Mid-State Trail: The trail runs directly through Little Pine State Park Campground, offering hikers of all levels access to beautiful wooded paths. "Very Nice Hiking!" notes Aaron W. about nearby Poe Paddy State Park Campground, which connects to extensive trail systems throughout Bald Eagle State Forest.
Kayaking and water activities: Black Moshannon State Park features a 250-acre lake perfect for paddling. As visitor Travis S. explains, "The Iron Ore mines from the past have left the creek water stained red which is why it's called the Red Mo with the locals." The dark-colored water creates a unique kayaking experience surrounded by lily pads and mountain scenery.
Cycling on rail trails: The Pine Creek Rail Trail offers excellent biking opportunities. According to James P., at Little Pine State Park Campground, "A world class rails to trails biking and hiking trails has numerous access points close by." The trail system provides relatively flat terrain through scenic valleys.
Privacy in wooded settings: Campers appreciate the spacious, natural sites at Poe Paddy. As one reviewer noted, "The campground was maybe only 1/2 full and the camp sites near us were empty so we had a very quiet and peaceful weekend." This park offers a true forest immersion experience away from crowds.
Clean facilities despite rustic settings: Despite being in remote locations, many campgrounds maintain good amenities. At Bald Eagle State Park Russell P Letterman Campground, campers find "Clean grounds and bath houses. Beautiful scenery," according to Chris G. The park balances natural surroundings with practical comforts.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: The region's diverse ecosystems support abundant wildlife. Sara W. reports, "We love this park and usually rent a boat and swim and watch the eagles all day." Bald Eagle State Park lives up to its name with regular eagle sightings, particularly during morning hours.
Seasonal variations affect site quality: Spring and fall camping can bring muddy conditions at some parks. At Bald Eagle, one camper reported, "We stayed at site 78 on the Sycamore loop at the end of April in a tent, which isn't the best equipment for this campground. Our site had a blacktop driveway, a very small amount of gravel, and a ton of mud."
Cell service limitations: Many campgrounds have limited or no connectivity. At Pettecote Junction Campground, visitors appreciate being "removed from commercialize chaos" with one camper noting, "It is my escape away from technology and my time to be one with nature." Most parks don't offer WiFi, though some have limited service at main buildings.
Wildlife considerations: Be prepared for local wildlife encounters. As Amber C. noted about Little Pine, "It was extremely buggy when we went. Our dogs wouldn't come out of the camper because there was no relief. It was the height of rattlesnake season. A site near ours and very close to the playground had a rattler under their camper."
Look for campgrounds with age-appropriate amenities: Happy Acres Resort offers excellent facilities for children. Penny C. describes, "Playground was huge with multiple playsets suitable for all ages. Bathrooms/showers we're clean and well kept. There was a basketball court, shuffleboard and carpet pool that you could borrow equipment for."
Consider creek access for kids: Streams provide natural play areas. According to Jolene J. at Poe Paddy, "Very primitive, only 2 sites with electric and no playground (but 4 swings), however the creek is beautiful and the kids were so happy to play in it. We had site 108 and had a site path right to the creek."
Plan for temperature fluctuations: Mountain camping means varying conditions. Derek W. advises when staying at Knoebels Campground, "We went in late august and although it was pool weather during the day time the temperatures dropped somewhat dramatically into the evening hours so bring clothes for both 70-80 degree weather and 40-50 degree weather overnight."
Check site dimensions carefully: Many campgrounds have tight spaces. James P. notes about Little Pine State Park, "Electric only but water fill up is in convenient locations. Dump station is provided. Well maintained and clean." Some loops accommodate larger rigs better than others.
Look for pull-through options: Some campgrounds offer easier access sites. According to Ron H. about Little Mexico Campground, "We stayed at site 310, which was a fairly nice sized site. It was a pull through. Lots of seasonal campers." These sites minimize backing challenges in wooded settings.
Consider camp locations for generators: Some parks restrict generator use. Zach P. shares about Little Pine, "This is very rustic with electric options which is nice. The campsite we were at was very large probably better for a trailer but we enjoyed the space with our tent." Having electric hookups eliminates generator needs in parks with noise restrictions.
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