Camping sites near Mifflinburg, Pennsylvania offer outdoor experiences within Pennsylvania's Ridge and Valley region at elevations ranging from 500-2,000 feet. The area experiences four distinct seasons with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F and winter dropping to 20-30°F. Little to no cell service is common at many campgrounds, particularly in more remote locations.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Penns Creek Campground provides direct creek access for fishing enthusiasts. One camper noted it's "nestled in by a creek (perfect for kids or dogs)" and that "the campground was quiet and we could sit outside and hear the bugs (not our neighbors)." The creek is known for trout fishing.
Swimming in natural settings: Raymond B. Winter State Park Campground features a mountain-fed lake that campers appreciate for its cooling properties. A visitor mentioned "the lake is small, more like a pond, but super cold and clean water, as it is fed by two mountains streams. The beach is amazing. Tons and tons of clean sand, no rocks, and lots of space to play and swim."
Night sky viewing: The region's low light pollution makes stargazing exceptional. At Raymond B. Winter State Park, a camper observed "the night skies were beautiful (starry starry night w/little light pollution)" while another noted it's "a great place to enjoy the night sky, see the stars and the Milky Way in the summer months."
Outdoor recreation: Jellystone Park Camp-Resort at Milton offers structured activities for families. One visitor commented, "This place was awesome! My children had so much fun. They had the entire weekend planned for us. My wife and I don't like to so having a busy weekend for the kiddos was a great thing. There were so many activities to choose from."
What campers like
Natural settings: Penns Creek Campsite offers a more secluded camping experience with creek frontage. The site is described as "a beautiful private campsite with bass fishing and well setup camping area."
Family-friendly facilities: Williamsport South-Nittany Mountain KOA features amenities designed for children. One camper noted, "Great family campground, awesome playground and other kid stuff and a nice newer pool. Fishing pond and great store and ice cream shop."
Site privacy: Many campsites offer secluded spots away from neighbors. At Raymond B. Winter State Park Campground, a visitor recommended specific sites: "Spots 57 and 18 offer the most privacy. There are spots that have little creek side access but they are closer together."
Clean facilities: Multiple campgrounds maintain clean restrooms and common areas. A visitor to Williamsport South-Nittany Mountain KOA observed, "The bath house was very clean and had nice warm showers. The playground was fantastic and looked to be new, and there was a jumping pillow and a pool."
What you should know
Road conditions: Some campgrounds have challenging access roads. Little Mexico Campground has a potentially difficult approach, as one camper noted, "The road leading to the campground is narrow and winding, but we didn't experience any trouble."
Reservation requirements: Popular sites fill quickly, especially during peak season. At Little Mexico Campground, visitors observed the check-in process 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."
Cellular connectivity: Most campgrounds have limited to no cell service. At Penns Creek Campground, a visitor noted: "No Wi-Fi, no cell service, no camp store. Nearest town about 20 minutes and the liquor store closes at 6pm."
Seasonal considerations: Weather impacts site conditions significantly. During and after rain, some sites at Riverside Campground can flood, with one camper reporting: "We unfortunately got stuck in infamous Northeast PA weather but we made the best of it. There were thunderstorms and campsite was a little flooded but we were still able to camp."
Tips for camping with families
Beach facilities: The sand beach at Raymond B. Winter State Park offers family-friendly swimming. A camper shared, "The concession stand is so cool. They have great food, lots of treats, and beach supplies and toys too, all reasonably priced."
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature modern playground equipment. At Riverside Campground & Riverside Roadhouse, "a huge playground adjoins the Park" and children can enjoy both the playground and river access.
Pet-friendly options: Many campgrounds welcome family dogs. Williamsport South-Nittany Mountain KOA was praised because "dog park is great, too" according to one visitor with pets.
Activities programming: Structured family activities keep children engaged. At Little Mexico Campground, "there are various activities each weekend during the summer, a huge pool, playground, mini-golf, and of course Penn's Creek to float."
Tips from RVers
Site selection: For RVs, look for level sites with adequate space. At Penn Avon Campground, visitors noted the "sites large" and the campground is "very nice and well-maintained."
Hookup quality: Water pressure and electrical stability vary by campground. The Little Mexico Campground reviewer noted "good quality firewood" can be delivered to sites, saying "For $10 a load, stock up because it burns well with little obnoxious smoke."
Drainage concerns: After heavy rain, some sites may become flooded or muddy. At Penns Creek Campground, an RVer noted, "Fifth star deducted because the sewer pipe was too high for our site and our rig tank didn't drain well."
Access limitations: Some campgrounds have tight turns or narrow roads. Larger rigs should consider Williamsport South-Nittany Mountain KOA, which is described as "not far off the major highways of I-80 and Rt. 15" with "pull thoughts for overnight."
