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Best Campgrounds near Mansfield, PA

533 Reviews

Several good camping options sit within driving distance of Mansfield, Pennsylvania. Ricketts Glen State Park Campground draws many visitors who come for the waterfalls and hiking trails throughout the park. Keuka Lake State Park Campground works well for fishing trips and has sites with views of the water. Stony Brook State Park Campground keeps its restrooms clean and maintains nice picnic areas for campers. Check the current fire rules and get any needed permits before camping at these state parks. During busy times of year, you'll want to book ahead since these places fill up fast. The Pennsylvania Grand Canyon makes a good day trip from any of these campgrounds and has great lookout points. Hikers can find many trails in the area that range from easy walks to more challenging routes. Mansfield is a small town where campers can grab supplies, eat at local restaurants, or browse shops when they need a break from the outdoors. The campgrounds around Mansfield work for both quiet camping and more active trips. Make sure to take all your trash with you and follow Leave No Trace practices to keep these places nice for future campers.

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Best Camping Sites Near Mansfield, Pennsylvania (188)

    1. Hills Creek State Park Campground

    16 Reviews
    Middlebury Center, PA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (570) 724-4246

    $24 - $122 / night

    "Sites and huge and we had one of the lakes right behind our site. If you like nature this is a great place. Wildlife everywhere. Hiking, fishing, kayaking...you name it."

    "Our family loved the modern cabins which are available in my of Pennsylvania's state parks. I'd rank any other park that we visit with a five star rating."

    2. Ives Run

    15 Reviews
    Middlebury Center, PA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (570) 835-5281

    $24 - $100 / night

    "Large fields behind most sites for activities.

    • full hook ups available

    • numerous hiking trails, large lake for boating, fishing and swimming."

    "It was a great spot and happily, I was totally alone as no one had booked any of the sites near me( the closest people were about 400m away)."

    3. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park PA Wilds

    3 Reviews
    Mansfield, PA
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (570) 662-2923

    "We always get a site on the outside of the main circle by the tower slide. There’s lots of shade and optimum view of both playgrounds to keep an eye on the kiddos."

    "Woods and shade but very close to all the happenings. The big playground is new and very nice. The small one is mainly two very big playsets (pirate ship and castle). My kids enjoyed both."

    4. Leonard Harrison State Park Campground

    15 Reviews
    Gaines, PA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (570) 724-3061

    $24 - $33 / night

    "It was a lovely 2-night stay and awesome area to explore as we discovered the “Pennsylvania Grand Canyon”!!! Who knew!?"

    "Sites 6 and 8, while close to the bathhouse, would likely have people walking through your site to get to the bathhouse. Campers have worn a path between these sites to access it."

    5. Tompkins

    4 Reviews
    Lawrenceville, PA
    13 miles
    Website

    $24 - $46 / night

    "Just off US 15 at the New York border. All roads and parking pads are paved. The sites are closer together than most other COE parks where we’ve stayed."

    "It is run by Army Corp of Engineers because it is on a lake with a dam. Spots are level and paved. It is always clean."

    6. Watkins Glen State Park Campground

    90 Reviews
    Watkins Glen, NY
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (607) 535-4511

    $24 - $58 / night

    "I absolutely love coming to Watkins Glen Campground, especially when I went to get away from the busy city. This park has gorgeous waterfalls, and great paths to walk and hike on."

    "There was one central bathroom/shower house, so if being close to a restroom is important, choose your site accordingly.  Some of the campsites were quite a walk from the facilities.  "

    7. Lawrence Recreation Area

    2 Reviews
    Lawrenceville, PA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (570) 835-5281

    $40 - $100 / night

    "Had a great few days here camped in RV next to lake. Amazing driftwood to be had. Good kayaking. Peaceful. Trees. Nice sites if close. I'd go back mid week or off season."

    8. Scenic View Campground LLC

    1 Review
    Cowanesque Lake, PA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (570) 835-5700

    9. Stony Fork Creek Campground

    5 Reviews
    Wellsboro, PA
    19 miles
    Website

    $40 - $45 / night

    "Was able to choose a location that worked best for us. The area we selected was not busy. Campsite appeared to have a lot of seasonal campers."

    "Stony Fork Creek is beautiful and offers nearby hiking trails, a lake, and activities."

    10. Canyon Country Campground

    6 Reviews
    Gaines, PA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (570) 724-3818

    $40 - $60 / night

    "Sites are not very level nor private, but the staff is great and the grounds are walking distance to the canyon. Met some great fellow campers here, biked the river trail, and hiked the state park."

    "Minutes away from a town and the gorge. Hiking trail from the campground to the gorge! Highly recommended!!"

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  • julian S.
    Oct. 6, 2025

    Tiadaghton Campground — Tioga State Forest

    Very crowded with bikers

    Nice campsite and cool view but be prepared to have a lot of bikers walking around the campground or stopping for lunch at near by sites. Also would recommend 4 wheel drive vehicles to drive to site, steep dirt roads to access it. It has a nice water front view but if seclusion is something you would like this spot may not be for you.

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 4, 2025

    Sugar Hill Fire Tower Campsite

    Would Stay again

    We stayed here for 2 nights car camping. quiet and clean. spots had fire rings and picnic tables. Bathrooms were clean and had potable water. There were lots of horses. There are hiking trails right out of the site! would absolutely stay here again!

  • HThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 3, 2025

    Sugar Hill Fire Tower Campsite

    Free camping with amenities!

    26 camp sites with bathrooms! That flush! Very quiet and the sites aren’t on top of each other. People bring their horses. You can drive to to your site and tent camp or camper camp. I would come back!

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Watkins Glen State Park Campground

    Nice campground in a gorgeous state park.

    Nice pretty campground, only electric hookup for the RV sites, tho. The showers were cool, no hot water. Close to some gorgeous hiking tho! And town is about a mile away with shops, restaurants and on the edge of one of the Finger Lakes to make it beautiful!

  • Dana M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 30, 2025

    Lyman Run State Park Campground

    Quiet, Quaint and Clean!

    We love the lower loop! We were there on a Monday night and there were 4 sites occupied on our loop. Great stars. Clean bathrooms!

  • Chelsea B.
    Sep. 27, 2025

    Robert H. Treman State Park Campground

    Good location

    Location: This park is close to Ithaca which was the best part. Trails and Natural Features: We loved the waterfall, swimming area (seasonal so closed when we stayed), and the fall colors. Sites: They have very few electric sites so we decided to boondock. It surprised me that all the full hookup sites were reserved but very people actually showed up for their reservations while we stayed. Lame. And heads up that if you don’t stay in the big clearing for big rigs, there are tight turns between trees to get in and out of the non-electric sites. We ended up making a back-in site into a pull-through site… whoops. Starlink: I work remotely so internet is important. We weren’t camping in the clearing because those sites were booked, but even the Starlink struggled where we were and I ended up working from the library in town. So heads up if you need internet. Bathrooms: They were spacious but older. Temperature in the showers was tricky. Hot is cold and cold it hot. Cool stuff: They had compost bins and provide bags for all campers. That’s cool!

  • Bare Soul W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 15, 2025

    South Slope Trail Head Dispersed Camp

    Relaxing

    There is one campsite near trail. There was more traffic than I expected. Also there is no cell service. No real tires

  • B
    Aug. 31, 2025

    Leonard Harrison State Park Campground

    Small campground with clean bathrooms

    We stayed here Wednesday through Saturday of Labor Day weekend.  On Wednesday and Thursday nights there were about 5 sites that were taken. By Friday they were all full

    The campground is a simple loop of 28 sites.  19 are non -electric and 9 are electric. Sites are spacious and easy to back in to. I believe there are two pull throughs. Water spigots are continently located around the campground.  

    The PA Grand Canyon Visitor center and the Turkey Path (main path down into the canyon) are a short 5 minute walk across the parking lot from the campground.  For biking there is the  Pine Creek Rail Trail, that runs the length of the canyon at the bottom. To access from the campground you can drive there in 16 minutes Darling Run trail access area.

  • Mindie C.
    Aug. 24, 2025

    Pinecreek Campground

    Overnight stay

    The campground is cute and quiet. Staff is friendly and helpful. My only complaint is the condition of the roads. They are in dire need of grading and new gravel. Be careful!

Guide to Mansfield

Camping near Mansfield, Pennsylvania, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do

  • Hiking: Explore the stunning trails at Watkins Glen State Park Campground. One camper mentioned, "The access to Watkins Glen! My site was in Loop D which has a direct hiking trail to the trail along Watkins Glen!"
  • Water Activities: Enjoy swimming and kayaking at Ricketts Glen State Park Campground. A visitor shared, "There is a nice beach for swimming, the lake felt clean and wasn't too cold in July."
  • Fishing: Cast your line at Keuka Lake State Park Campground. One reviewer noted, "The lake is clean and clear, great for fishing, boating, and swimming."

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the well-maintained restrooms and showers at Lyman Run State Park Campground. A happy camper said, "The site and facilities were very well kept and clean."
  • Privacy: Many enjoy the spacious sites at Worlds End State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "Awesome quiet campground with no cell phone service allowing you to really be in peace with nature."
  • Scenic Views: The breathtaking landscapes at Cherry Springs State Park Campground are a big hit. A reviewer exclaimed, "The skies opened up and the stars came out. It was truly breathtaking."

What you should know

  • Limited Cell Service: Many campgrounds, like Ricketts Glen State Park Campground, have little to no cell service. One camper warned, "There is absolutely no cell service, however, and we had to go all the way down the mountain to get texts or make calls."
  • Seasonal Availability: Check the camping season for each site. For example, Watkins Glen State Park Campground is open from May 13 to October 10.
  • No Alcohol Policies: Some campgrounds, like Stony Brook State Park Campground, do not allow alcohol. A visitor noted, "No alcohol permitted in the whole campgrounds."

Tips for camping with families

  • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and swimming areas, like Buttermilk Falls State Park Campground. A parent shared, "The playgrounds are better than most we’ve seen."
  • Plan for Meals: Bring your own food and cooking supplies, as some campgrounds lack stores. One camper at Lyman Run State Park Campground mentioned, "The concession stand by the beach only took cash while we were there, no cards."
  • Choose Spacious Sites: Opt for sites that offer more space for kids to play. A camper at Worlds End State Park Campground said, "The sites are spaced a decent amount apart and are generous in size."

Tips from RVers

  • Check Hookup Availability: Make sure to confirm if your chosen campground has electric hookups. A reviewer at Ricketts Glen State Park Campground noted, "The campsites are really good, most of them fairly private and level."
  • Dump Station Access: Look for campgrounds with dump stations, like Keuka Lake State Park Campground. A visitor mentioned, "Water fill at dump station but no water hookups."
  • Plan for Space: Some sites can be tight for larger RVs. A camper at Robert H. Treman State Park Campground advised, "Electric sites are not the best though. Rocky and unlevel. Not made for large campers."

Camping near Mansfield, PA, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

What campgrounds are available near Mansfield, PA?

The Mansfield area offers several excellent campgrounds. Ives Run is a clean, well-maintained campground with large sites on macadam pads, full hookups, and access to hiking trails and a lake. Another popular option is Hills Creek State Park Campground, which features large sites with lakefront access, clean facilities, and opportunities for hiking, fishing, and kayaking. Other nearby options include Leonard Harrison State Park (part of the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon), Lyman Run State Park, Tompkins Campground near the New York border, and Pine Cradle Lake Family Campground which offers tent sites with water and electric hookups.

What amenities do campgrounds in Mansfield offer?

Campgrounds in the Mansfield area offer a variety of amenities to enhance your camping experience. Leonard Harrison State Park Campground provides access to the stunning Pennsylvania Grand Canyon with excellent hiking opportunities. Little Pine State Park Campground features beautiful streamside camping with electric hookups, convenient water fill-up stations, dump station access, and connects to the Mid State hiking trail. Many area campgrounds offer clean bathrooms and showers, picnic areas, and recreational activities. Some provide full hookups for RVs, while others have electric-only sites with water access points. The region's campgrounds typically include fire rings, picnic tables, and access to outdoor activities like fishing, kayaking, and swimming.

Can I rent an RV in Mansfield, Pennsylvania for camping?

While there aren't dedicated RV rental companies directly in Mansfield, several options exist in the surrounding area. Visitors looking to camp in an RV can check with Pine Cradle Lake Family Campground, which is a gated facility that accommodates RVs with hookups. Alternatively, Finger Lakes RV Resort in nearby New York might offer rental information or connections. Your best options include searching online rental marketplaces like RVshare or Outdoorsy where private owners rent their RVs, or contacting RV dealers in larger nearby cities like Williamsport or Elmira (NY). Many renters will deliver and set up RVs at your chosen campground for an additional fee.

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