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Camping here for many years and still love it here got it all camping trails water fall trail and lake.
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Cabin rentals near New Columbia include rustic and modern options with varying amenities. Williamsport South-Nittany Mountain KOA offers cabin accommodations with electricity and basic furnishings, while Riverside Campground provides cabin rentals along the water. "The cabins were clean, as was the bathhouse, but the cabins were right on top of each other, with NO division at all," noted one visitor about Knoebels Campground, which features cabins with ceiling fans, queen beds, and loft bunks. Raymond B. Winter State Park Campground also offers cabin options with electric hookups, making it suitable for year-round stays.
Rustic cabins typically include basic furnishings with beds, shelving, and sometimes refrigerators, while deluxe options may feature kitchenettes with microwaves and stoves. One camper shared that "Cabin 8 is my favorite, it has a little loft and easy access to the creek" at Worlds End State Park. Most locations require advance reservations, especially during summer months from April through October. Pet policies vary significantly between properties—Splash Magic RV Resort and Little Mexico Campground allow pets in select cabins, while others maintain strict no-pet policies in cabin areas.
Most cabins include beds with mattresses but require visitors to bring their own linens, pillows, and towels. As one reviewer advised about Worlds End State Park cabins, "The cabins stay very warm with a wood burning stove—sometimes even too warm and windows need to stay cracked open." Kitchen facilities range from none to basic refrigerators and microwaves, with some deluxe options including stoves. Campground stores at Knoebels and Williamsport KOA offer essential supplies, firewood, and ice. Visitors should check specific cabin amenities before arrival as furnishing levels vary significantly between properties, with some offering only bare essentials while others provide more comfortable accommodations.
Best Cabin Campgrounds near New Columbia (49)
1. Williamsport South-Nittany Mountain KOA
"Gravel pad was narrow so the picnic table was within two feet of the trailer side."
"There are many activities available: swimming pool, recreation hall, fishing pond, biking, hiking/walking, mini golf, jumping pillow, playground, basketball, shuffleboard and more. "
2. Riverside Campground & Riverside Roadhouse
"There are cute cabins and a tent area. Great restaurant on site with music on weekends with local bands or DJs. New Owners have worked hard to improve the park."
"And the fire pits are just about sitting on the road. If your fire is too big look out that you don't catch your vehicle or camper on fire 🔥. It's that close."
Check Availabilityfrom $25 - $80 / night
3. Raymond B. Winter State Park Campground
"Beautiful state park. The campground is clean and well kept. The beach area is clean, there's a big playground on it as well as a concession stand and store (open during the summer)."
"Pretty nice campground, camp sites all over and and very secluded and private. 10/10"
44 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $24 - $56 / night
4. Splash Magic RV Resort
"Electric ran below 110 volts the entire weekend and the water had a brownish tint to it. It was a VERY hot weekend so I should mention that everyone had their air running."
"The area is beautiful and I would like to stay in the winter when many of the activities are available and it is warmer. "
5. Little Mexico Campground
"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."
"They have a nice general store, pool, and family friendly activities."
Check Availabilityfrom $30 - $65 / night
6. Knoebels Campground
"Knoebels 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."
"The sites are very clean and come with a power hookup, picnic table, and fire ring. In addition to the campsites you have access to the campsite bathrooms which also have showers."
Check Availabilityfrom $59 - $160 / night
7. Jellystone Park Camp-Resort at Milton
"They have a ton of activities for kids, fishing ponds, and plenty of spark to keep this place around for years to come!"
Check Availabilityfrom $50 - $75 / night
8. Hidden Valley Camping Resort
"Campground is located outside of Lewisburg and Mifflinburg. Campground is huge over many acres. They have 2 nice swimming pools. Lake for fishing . Very relaxing and peaceful."
Check Availabilityfrom $30 - $60 / night
9. Fantasy Island Campground
"We came in after hours for one night (with reservations) and were told where to park. Very friendly guests. Nice laundry and bath house. Pool avail (didn’t use) and nice overlook of the river."
10. Ricketts Glen State Park Campground
"Escaping the Maryland summer heat, the cooler temperatures in Ricketts Glen State Park was perfect. This park offers a variety of activities. Hiking along the Falls Trail being a highlight."
"This area has much to offer, the 22 waterfalls and hiking trails are at the top of the list followed by a lake, picnic and swimming areas."
11 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $15 - $150 / night
Drive Time
- 22 min from Williamsport, PA
- 54 min from State College, PA
- 1 hr 4 min from Harrisburg, PA
- 1 hr 34 min from Lebanon, PA
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Cabin Reviews near New Columbia, PA
406 Reviews of 49 New Columbia Campgrounds
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LegendRicketts Glen State Park Campground
Beautiful Falls!
What a great campground! We stayed here on a recommendation from a friend after the Overland Expo. Great hiking trails and the falls were absolutely breathtaking. Truly enjoyed our stay and plan to return!
- kkeith R.
ScoutStony Fork Creek Campground
Great location
Second trip here. Everything you need. Peaceful, large open areas with sites in sun and shade nestled in small valley surrounded by forest,
- Jake F.Scout
Sunsational 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.
Jess B.ScoutSplash Magic RV Resort
Horrible
Horrible stay brown water Dep had them on boil water went down hill the past 4 yrs
- LLaurel D.
TravelerCamp Swatara
Very family oriented
The sites ard nice, it's run by Mennonites, I believe. Lots of recreation for kids, quiet time respected and a service on Sunday morning. Full hookups for a very reasonable price.
- Patrick Z.Scout
Twin Grove RV Resort
Nothing open
Picked the nicest days of the week. Got here and the carousel, Ferris wheel, restaurant, and ice cream shoppe are closed. They are apparently only open 2 days a week, maybe 3. I would have just went down the road to the KOA had I not known this.
christian G.GuideRussell P Letterman Campground — Bald Eagle State Park
Loved it
Its was great, we stayed in new area, sites had ample room, not many trees at our spot so summer there wouldnt be much shade but we were next to a retention pond/drainage. We brought our dig whole loved running through there.
Not much to say besides it was clean, not crowded (in November) and decent spacing between sites
- christian G.Guide
Bellefonte-State College KOA
Easy
It was overall good, Nice amenities, pool was clean (3ft-5ft) Splash pad, air pillow, playground, pond, etc
It has nice wooded areas but very compact, if you have a large camper id be concerned with trying to make some turns on the upper area
Guide to New Columbia
Cabin camping near New Columbia, Pennsylvania offers accommodations for visitors exploring the Susquehanna River valley and surrounding state forests. The area sits at the convergence of several ecological zones with elevations ranging from 450-1,200 feet above sea level. Summer temperatures typically range from 70-85°F during day with cooler 55-65°F evenings, while cabins are particularly popular during fall color season from mid-September through October.
What to do
Creek exploration: At Splash Magic RV Resort, riverfront sites provide direct access to water activities. "We had a site right on the river which was absolutely beautiful. Navigating to the site itself definitely tests your skills when you have a total rig length of 52'," notes one visitor.
Fishing ponds: Hidden Valley Camping Resort offers fishing opportunities within the campground boundaries. "Campground is huge over many acres. They have 2 nice swimming pools. Lake for fishing. Very relaxing and peaceful," reports Richard.
Hiking trails: The forests surrounding R.B. Winter State Park feature extensive trail networks. "Trails galore leading directly from the campground. Bathrooms were clean as well- an added bonus!" writes Kassie F. The nearby terrain provides moderate hiking with elevation changes of 200-400 feet.
What campers like
Swimming options: Multiple campgrounds provide swimming facilities. "My daughter loves the pools, gem mining, and slushies. The farm animals are adorable," reports Gayle B. about Williamsport South-Nittany Mountain KOA, which maintains a pool alongside other family activities.
River access: Riverside locations remain popular among campers. "Nice spots right next to river where we set up lawn chairs in river and let the kids play," shares Shannon C. about Riverside Campground. The Susquehanna River depth averages 2-4 feet in swimming areas.
Forest camping: The natural surroundings provide peaceful settings. "Pretty nice campground, camp sites all over and very secluded and private. 10/10," mentions Ethan about Raymond B. Winter State Park Campground. The campsites feature hemlock and pine trees providing natural canopy.
What you should know
Site conditions: Campground layouts vary considerably. "Not the best sites, Small But Nice Fishing," notes Aaron W. about Riverside Campground & Riverside Roadhouse. Some campgrounds feature gravel pads while others maintain grass sites.
Seasonal operations: Most cabin rental facilities follow specific operating seasons. "Always end our season here. The Halloween weekends are the best," mentions Jean M. about Williamsport South-Nittany Mountain KOA. Typical cabin rental season runs April through October with limited winter availability.
Cabin furnishings: The level of cabin amenities differs between locations. "Single cabins have three double beds with two up top in the loft and one down below. I would suggest bringing an air mattress to sleep on as the mats are old and used," advises Jen R. about Knoebels Campground.
Tips for camping with families
Playgrounds: Jellystone Park Camp-Resort at Milton offers extensive children's activities. "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," explains Brian C.
Beach access: Some parks provide beach facilities for families. "The beach was a little more than a half mile walk from our site," shares James S. about Ricketts Glen State Park Campground. Most beaches operate from Memorial Day through Labor Day with lifeguards present weekends only.
Animal attractions: Farm animals entertain younger visitors at select campgrounds. "Animals to see and feed. Hayride or firetruck ride in evening. Movie at night. Crafts to do with kids too. A overall fun wonderful place to camp," describes Michele M. about Williamsport KOA.
Tips from RVers
Leveling requirements: Site conditions may require equipment for leveling. "We were given a pull through site with water close to the bath house, which was very clean and had nice warm showers," reports Jessica N. about Knoebels Campground. Many sites require blocks or levelers to compensate for uneven terrain.
Utilities reliability: Power systems vary by campground. "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," notes Craig F. about Little Mexico Campground. Rural locations may experience occasional service interruptions during storms.
Site access: Navigation can be challenging at some locations. "Very tight parking, I told them my trailer was 35 feet long, they put me in a site that was impossible to back into. 4 different sites had to move their vehicles and I still couldn't do it," warns Joe B. about Fantasy Island Campground.
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