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Little Buffalo State Park Campground's pet-friendly sites accommodate campers with dogs throughout its 35-site facility. Most sites feature water and electric hookups, with spacious, level, gravel pads suitable for average-sized RVs. The park enforces leash requirements throughout all pet-accessible areas. Campers report the grounds are well-maintained with clean facilities that are serviced daily. The campground section is separate from the main park area, requiring visitors to cross the road to access amenities like hiking trails and the lake. Buttonwood Campground also welcomes pets with riverfront sites and provides essential amenities including drinking water, electric hookups, and sewer connections. Both campgrounds maintain clean restrooms and shower facilities.
Dogs are permitted on the hiking trails throughout Little Buffalo State Park, with multiple trail options of varying difficulty levels. The park features a large lake for fishing and recreation, though pets must remain leashed around water areas. Rangers patrol regularly and enforce park rules, including pet policies. Wildlife is abundant throughout the area, so proper pet control is essential for safety. Campers with larger dogs should consider reserving sites on the outer loop of Little Buffalo, as these areas provide more wooded space and privacy. The campground operates seasonally, with Little Buffalo open year-round and Buttonwood available from April through October. Temperatures in the region can fluctuate significantly, so campers should prepare appropriate shelter and hydration for pets during summer camping trips.
"Camping trails, grills to cook on but bring ur own charcoal, giant lake to fish and boat on, hiking for all experience levels, great fishing, lots of space, wildlife is everywhere and there is even an"
"A playground is near bathhouse in the campground, along with several hiking trails. The dump station is easily accessible. Firewood is also available for purchase at the campground."
from $26 - $165 / night
Check Availability"Clean and well kept campground located 12 mile below Lewistown, Pa. As clean a campground as you will find. Staff is super friendly."
"One is along the River and the other is situated near the camp store, playground and pool. This campground had it all! There was laser tag, playground, jump pillow, pedal carts!"
from $30 - $78 / night
Check Availability"Great river front location! Could be a bit muddy depending on the river. The train does run right near all night long, but I find it soothing. Bath houses are a bit rough, hence the 4 stars."
"Cleanest facilities of the year so far, amazing large flat sites, dog friendly and great stream right behind the sites."
"We love the dog friendly sites near the water, the kids and pups play all day! We love how large site 15 is and that it is near the trail head. Bathhouse is very nice and clean."
from $24 - $38 / night
Check Availability"I liked the dish washing sinks outside of the shower houses. The site was nice with the tent pad backing up to the trees."
"Our site was in the pet loop and was set back off the road a good amount which kept a lot of the road noise down. It was very large and Iffered gIId trees fIr strIngIng up tarps and hammocks."
from $24 - $89 / night
Check Availability"Tucked in the woods but near activities. The store is well stocked and also has a variety of sweet treats!"
"It was also a gated entrance which was nice. We will definitely return."
from $35 - $150 / night
Check Availability"With that said they do have primitive camping spots next to the putt putt course and water only tent sits at the upper feild."
"Lots to do very close to water and many things to do in and around camp ground. Stayed for a few days would go back."
from $30 - $100 / night
Check Availability"This campground has a little something for everyone, from full hook up sites neatly stacked next to each other, to quiet patches of grass next to the river."
"We stay here every September during the Hershey Dog Grooming Expo. We have never had any complaints. Office personnel are very friendly and helpful."
"This campground is far enough away from home but at the same time close enough for a weekend camping trip. Nice level spots for RVs. A pet area as well as a non-pet area."
"There is a pet section and a non pet section in this campground. There is also showers and clean bathrooms here. Plenty of trails and attraction to explore."
from $24 - $43 / night
Check Availability"Located a few miles off 81, in the country surrounded by beautiful views. It’s a mix campground of seasonal campers and short term campers. Very family oriented. Very nice off leash fenced dog park."
"It's close enough to 81 that's it's easy to find but tucked back in that you are not bothered by anyone."
GuideWe stayed for 10 days in a rustic cabin. Campground is well organized and clean. Tons of activities and even a hiking path. Pet friendly with small dog park. We had civil war soldiers drilling and staying the weekend we were there. Bathrooms are super clean.
ScoutClean and well kept campground located 12 mile below Lewistown, Pa. As clean a campground as you will find. Staff is super friendly. Campground has two distinct levels with open spaces with few trees above and well shaded spots with large trees for shade located down along Juniata River. Great place for fishing, tubing or just getting wet. Campground has many activities for kids. On site is a pool, winery, dog park, office/supplies located in center of campground. WiFi is available to all. Nearly all full hook-ups with back-ins and pull-thrus available. Pets allowed. 42 mile South from State College and 48 mile North of Harrisburg on Rt 322. Highly recommend!
GuideWe have a motorhome with no additional vehicle and two dogs, and this site couldn’t have been more perfect for us. A dog park, walking distance to most everything we wanted to see. The national park is mostly dog friendly. My husband caught a fish first day in the pond behind our site. The staff was super friendly and welcoming.
ScoutThe rangers were nice and the campground hosts were sweet. I liked the dish washing sinks outside of the shower houses. The site was nice with the tent pad backing up to the trees. I would rather sleep in a tent any night over a motel room but this time was different. Due to my father passing, me and my daughter stayed there 3 nights. I will be back another time to actually enjoy the lake and being between Lancaster and Gettysburg makes both places easy to access. Next time I will be getting a site away from the group area. It was nice that the pet area is separate from those of us who don't have pets or want quiet from dogs barking. Some of the groups can get rather loud especially when there are a bunch of teens. It was nice that the pet area is separate from those of us who don't have pets or want quiet from dogs barking.
TravelerClean well kept family owned campground. Located a few miles off 81, in the country surrounded by beautiful views. It’s a mix campground of seasonal campers and short term campers. Very family oriented. Very nice off leash fenced dog park.
GuideWe loved it here. It accommodates a large family reunion with plenty of space. The campground was well populated but we didn’t feel cramped at all. Super dog friendly. Many little dog parks throughout. Great pool.
GuideThis camp boasts a stream and beautiful city bridge for water play in the summer and photography in the cooler months. Grounds, bathrooms, showers, playgrounds, dog park, everything. This park is wonderful!
TravelerNice campground with well taken care of sites. There is a pond to fish from, a dog park for your furry friend to play at and a few playgrounds for the kids.
TravelerThis is an amazing campground! There are 2 dog parks right next to each other, which is great for your furry friend to be able to run around and play off leash. And for the kids there is an arcade, a ferris wheel and some other rides. On Saturday nights they usually have a band playing on the stage which is really neat. There is also a ice cream place to get a nice cold treat. The RV spots are really nice and well kept.
The New Bloomfield region offers access to Tuscarora State Forest and is situated in the Ridge and Valley section of Pennsylvania, with elevations ranging from 500-1,100 feet above sea level. Multiple stream corridors flow through this area, creating ideal conditions for camping near water features. Seasonal changes affect campground availability, with most locations operating from April through October.
Tubing excursions: At Buttonwood Campground, the Juniata River provides excellent recreation opportunities. "Tubing down the river is so fun and the highlight of a stay here," notes Heather G. The campground offers shuttle service for tubers as part of their activity wristband program.
Lakeside recreation: The 10-acre lake at Lake Heron Retreat provides fishing without crowds. One visitor mentioned, "We had the lake to ourself both evening and morning," while another noted that "The lake provides excellent fishing." The retreat spans over 240 acres of woodland.
Historical exploration: Visit Shoaff's Mill at Little Buffalo State Park to learn about regional history. The water-powered gristmill operations are demonstrated regularly. As Chelsea K. mentions at Gifford Pinchot, "The historical mill was well worth the trip. By the far the highlight of ours as well. Especially since they engaged the wheel and actually ground corn!"
Clean facilities: Colonel Denning State Park receives consistent praise for maintenance. "Cleanest facilities of the year so far, amazing large flat sites, dog friendly and great stream right behind the sites," reports Casey L. The bathrooms here are noted as "the absolute cleanest bathrooms we've seen in a state park."
Riverside camping: Waterfront sites are highly valued in this region. At Ferryboat Campsites, campers appreciate direct river access. "We stayed at a Susquehanna river view site with full hookups for 2 nights. Site was level and shaded," comments Robin. The campground also features a historic ferry that "has been in operation for the last 100+ years."
Family amenities: Several campgrounds offer extensive recreation facilities. "The pool here is top notch and it's good for fishing," states Christopher E. about Little Buffalo State Park. Paradise Stream features "beautiful Mini golf course, splashing in the creek, the pool and the pedal carts," according to melissa, who adds that "the attention to details makes all the difference."
Train noise: Some campgrounds experience railroad disturbances. At Hersheypark Camping Resort, campers report "Trains are all night" and recommend "making sure you aren't close to the tracks bc the trains run all night long!" Similar noise affects Ferryboat Campsites.
Activity fees: Buttonwood Campground charges approximately $20 per person for an activity wristband that includes "mini golf and tubing shuttle." Similarly, Little Buffalo State Park requires separate pool admission fees even for registered campers.
Site spacing variations: Site proximity varies significantly between campgrounds. At Dogwood Acres, "sites were close together even for a premium site," while Colonel Denning offers "very tight sites" for RVs but "more isolated campsites further up the hill" for tent campers seeking privacy.
Water features for kids: Paradise Stream Family Campground provides multiple water recreation options. "My kids enjoyed the beautiful Mini golf course, splashing in the creek, the pool and the pedal carts," writes melissa. Another camper adds there's "something for everyone" with "tubing, canoeing, swimming" available.
Kid-friendly beaches: Multiple parks offer swimming areas designed for children. Casey L. describes "Wide open area to swim that was very clean and well kept" at Colonel Denning State Park. Little Buffalo features a "large area that is only 1 foot deep, great for little ones" plus "a splash pad."
Playground proximity: Choose sites near play areas for convenience. At Buttonwood, the upper camping section contains "the playground and kids activities" while the lower section offers riverside views. Hersheypark's Pioneer section is close to playground facilities but also nearest to the train tracks.
Leveling considerations: Prepare for varied terrain at pet-friendly camping near New Bloomfield, Pennsylvania. "Stone surface. Not to bad for leveling. Our site was spacious," reports Stephen W. about Hersheypark Camping Resort, while Camille W. indicates "Leveling was fine" at Lake Heron Retreat.
Site selection for larger rigs: For pet-friendly travel trailers and motorhomes, research site dimensions carefully. Mike J. warns at Hersheypark, "Our 32' with slides just fit the sight and we had zero room for the truck," while Shirley M. found at Colonel Denning that a "small 19" travel trailer was almost impossible to park due to very tight sites."
Hookup access: Campground sections often have different utility options. At Little Buffalo, most sites feature water and electric connections with a communal dump station. Buttonwood offers riverfront sites with full hookups, and Gary C. notes that at Dogwood Acres, "Nearly all full hook-ups with back-ins and pull-thrus available."
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