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The staff here are amazing. Quiet time is respected, clean campground. Will come again.
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Campgrounds near Orbisonia, Pennsylvania span both state parks and federally managed land, with options ranging from primitive sites to full-service facilities. Seven Points, located along Raystown Lake, offers tent camping, RV sites with hookups, and cabin rentals within a forested setting approximately 15 miles from Orbisonia. Cowans Gap State Park Campground, situated about 10 miles southwest of Orbisonia, provides electric sites, tent pads, and cabin accommodations in a mountainous environment with lake access. The region includes both mixed-use campgrounds and specialized facilities catering to specific camping styles, with several sites offering lakefront views and access.
Road conditions and site availability vary seasonally throughout the area, with most campgrounds operating from April through October or early December. Many sites require advance reservations, particularly waterfront locations which tend to fill quickly during summer months. "This campground is located on the east side of Pennsylvania and offers a beautiful view of Lake Raystown. The campground has over 200 sites to choose from, and many of them are right on the water," noted one visitor. Cell service can be limited in more remote camping areas, particularly at Greenwood Furnace State Park where little to no signal is available. Elevation changes affect temperatures across the region, with campgrounds in mountainous terrain often experiencing cooler conditions than surrounding areas, especially at night.
Campers consistently rate waterfront sites at Seven Points and Lake Raystown Resort among the most desirable in the area, with many mentioning the proximity to swimming, fishing, and boating opportunities. The extensive trail systems near several campgrounds represent another significant draw, with one reviewer highlighting the "50 miles of single track mountain biking" available near Raystown Lake. Sites throughout the region vary considerably in privacy and spacing, with some campers noting the more secluded tent sites tucked into wooded areas provide greater solitude. Bathroom facilities and amenities differ substantially between locations, with state park campgrounds generally offering more consistent maintenance and cleanliness according to visitor reports. For those seeking primitive experiences, several areas provide more remote options with fewer amenities but greater natural immersion.
Best Campgrounds near Orbisonia (160)
1. Seven Points (PA)
"It’s close to bathhouse and playground if you want those. There is parking at every bath house. There is trash receptacles at the entrance to the loop as well as firewood or sale."
"Ridge camp is the furthest away from the marina and the public swimming area. However it's the closest to the Allegrippis Trail system and from the entrance of the camp loop there is a trail head!"
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $28 - $200 / night
2. Cowans Gap State Park Campground
"Nestled in the mountains of Pennsylvania, this gem of a campground."
"The bathroom is close by,has showers & is very clean. You can walk or ride a bike to the beach. The water is clean with sand on the bottom. Lakeside trail is short and easy."
44 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $20 - $48 / night
3. Susquehannock
"We ended up with spot 3, which was on a cliff’s edge. So, it looked like it may be near the water, but there was no way down, and the forest obscured any view that may have been there."
"Loops for RVs, higher on the hill, waterfront loops on steeper grounds for tents, and some walk-to sites adjacent to parking right at the point which double as boat-in."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $25 - $32 / night
4. Lake Raystown Resort
"Fantastic lake side camping resort. Best for campers or using their cabins but it has freeway access to the lake and beautiful views."
"Beautiful lakeside sites."
5. Point Campground
"Lost a star for the long and steep incline walk to the bathrooms. Accessibility note: Careful if you have mobility issues. Many of the sites are terraced and require using steps."
"Wonderful views of the lake and the lake go-ers!"
6. Raystown Lake / Saxton KOA at Four Seasons
"The pavilion where all those activities happened were right next to our site (22 with the doggie den)."
"The staff here at Raystown Lake/Saxton KOA are great. They a friendly, willing to help anyway they can, and keep the place spotless."
Check Availabilityfrom $100 / night
7. Trough Creek State Park Campground
"We wanted to be close to Raystown Lake. Trough is quiet and small. It's really great if you're looking for a spot to "rough" it (not really, but closer than most!) with the kids. Awesome sites."
"Nice small park with gravel drives/roads and plenty of room for big rigs. All sites level with partial shade. Open, but with plently of space between sites. The trails are nice and very sceinic."
25 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $23 - $25 / night
8. STAR LEE FARM
"There's a huge field to start gaze as well as taking pictures, lots of hiking and if you're a bee enthusiast they grow their own honey in the property and you're more than welcome to walk around and look"
9. Ye Olde Mill Campground
Check Availabilityfrom $22 - $95 / night
10. Branch Camp
"Bathrooms with flush toilets but showers are outside showers (ew). Situated along a creek connected to Raystown Lake."
"Flush toilets but showers are outside public showers (ew) ."
Check Availabilityfrom $9 / night
Drive Time
- 50 min from Chambersburg, PA
- 58 min from Altoona, PA
- 1 hr 3 min from State College, PA
- 1 hr 6 min from Hagerstown, MD
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Recent Reviews near Orbisonia, PA
819 Reviews of 160 Orbisonia Campgrounds
- kken
GuideArtillery Ridge Campground
Great campsite. Fire pit, picnic table, swimming pool ( not open), miniature golf course, laundromat, bathrooms, showers, dump station, gathering areas for groups, playground, and even a horse area and stalls for horses. Dog friendly. Staff was very helpful and curious.
Matt S.
LegendLake Raystown Resort and Lodge
Enormous property, but...
We spent a long weekend for walks in the woods, seeing the fall colors, and all around a huge lake.
What We Liked:
- Even though the sites are sloped, they’re huge. I like that a lot.
- This property is enormous. They have a marina on the lake, a wedding facility, conference center, lots of cabins which look pretty good, and tent sites in addition to the RV sites. Go say hi to the goats behind the store. The property is amazing!
- If you’re interested, it’s a 90-minute drive to the Flight 93 Memorial— well worth the trip!
Things to Keep in Mind:
- The roads getting there are like a roller coaster. This isn’t the resort’s fault, but something you need to know if you’re going there.
- The sites are sloped. Took several blocks to get even close to level. I may be spoiled, but I really appreciate a level site.
- No sewer connection. There’s a dump station available, but just know the sites are water and electric only.
Would We Return?
- Probably not. It’s not fun driving in that area and there’s nothing much to do in the area.
- WWill W.Guide
Crooked Run Campground — Prince Gallitzin State Park
Very large CG. I car camped at site 066 (with electric) in mid-October and CG was 3/4 empty. Nice location on Glendale Lake with a beach and boat activities (for warmer months). Showers had no hot water but facilities were nice. Very little separation between sites. Nearby hunters discharging guns into evening hours.
- jjohn L.Guide
Artillery Ridge Campground
Got us out of a jam.
Where we were camping had blown up their dump station. Artillery Ridge helped us out. $10. to dump. If we come to camp in Gettysburg, it will be hear.
- nnancy H.Guide
Hosack Run
Quiet & Dog friendly - 20minutes from Gettysburg Battfields
This pet friendly campground in Caledonia State Park is .8 miles from the larger Chinquapin campground (no pets), ranger station and swimming pool. Our site #171 was level, paved, full hook ups and next to modern clean bathrooms with flush toilets, warm showers and outside dish washing sinks. Many available sites with and without services on a Sunday in October. There were a good number of friendly, tidy, long term campers with large wall tents. (They allow 21 day stays after Labor Day)
Crystal M.
ScoutGreen Ridge State Forest
Great primitive camping
Beautiful area. Very primitive, which is great. Roads were fairly decent to the campsite. Didn't stay near the water and no mountain view but still nice. Had a nice trail into the woods.
- JJ S.Traveler
Green Ridge State Forest
Secluded Site
This was my second time staying at Greenridge in my twenty foot Dodge Ram RV van. This was a convenient first stop on my trip to Yellowstone NP. I arrived mid afternoon on a Saturday in August and there were plenty of sites available.
The sites are spaced apart and while I could see other sites were occupied as I drove to mine, I did not see or hear other people the entire length of my stay.
The dirt road leading to the site was well maintained and in good shape despite recent heavy rain.
The site was just few miles from the highway, making it easy for me to continue my journey the next morning.
Tyler K.ScoutJellystone Park™ Williamsport
First time I ever left a campsite early , complete waste of money
Trip -week before labor day , temps 93 degrees, nothing on website when booked said about peak and non peak days on booking page. Said there were only 7 sites left(complete lie) campground was empty. First time we ever been to a place where EVERYTHING was closed. Campstore, jump pillow and the final straw was we went to go to the pool and that was closed. It was 545 pm sun still bright in the sky , nowhere near dusk( when its suppose to close) . So much conflicting info from what the paper we got handed vs what internet site said. Charged a resort fee ? for what a place to park? This is no resort. Grass was high enough to be seeding itself. My wife was so upset she was actually crying. This was supposed to be a fun trip for our da6ughter before going back to school. We decided this place over Buttonwood just because it was alittle closer. Did a full tour of the place. Realized there is nothing here. Went to dinner in town. Decided we didnt want to stay where we knew our Daughter would be bored. She's pretty easy to entertain but this was just ridiculous. 12 HOURS OF MY LIFE AND $400 BUCKS i will never get back. (Loading , driving , realizing we got screwed, driving, unloading) yup was pretty bad.
Guide to Orbisonia
Camping spots near Orbisonia, Pennsylvania range from lakeside recreation areas to quiet state parks nestled in the Appalachian highlands. The region sits at elevations between 700-1,500 feet with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F during peak camping season. Water access varies significantly between campgrounds, with sites like Raystown Lake offering extensive boating options while more secluded locations provide primitive camping experiences.
What to do
Mountain biking at Allegrippis Trails: Access these IMBA standard trails directly from Seven Points campground. "The mtb trails begin just above the upper camp loops and provide a full day of fast flowing singletrack," notes Travis S. The Ridge camp loop puts you closest to trailheads.
Explore Trough Creek gorge: Hike to unique geological features at Trough Creek State Park Campground. "It has a nice hike up above a creek with a huge rock that appears ready to fall over the cliff with a simple touch," explains camper Nick S. The park includes several hiking trails with natural attractions.
Boating and fishing at Raystown Lake: The 8,300-acre lake provides extensive water recreation. "We rented a pontoon boat and kayaks and explored as much as we could. Rates on both rentals were reasonable and the staff was friendly," reports Krystle D. from Seven Points. Access points around the lake accommodate different watercraft types.
What campers like
Waterfront camping options: Several campgrounds offer sites directly on Raystown Lake. At Susquehannock, "We stayed at Lake Raystown...it's a primitive campground with no electricity. Get your water at a hand pump and they have pit toilets. Nice place to camp along the lake," explains Rebecca G. Some sites allow boat tie-ups right at your campsite.
Clean facilities: Campground maintenance receives consistent praise. "The bathhouse (one in the loop) was clean with 3 showers. A playground near the sites at the entrance also," mentions Travis S. about Ridge camp at Seven Points. Another camper at Point Campground adds, "The bathrooms and showers were some of the nicest I've seen at a campground."
Privacy between sites: Many campers appreciate site layout. "We stayed in the ridge loop, so not waterfront but within the campground there were so many things to do. The campsites are beautiful, even though there were a lot of people when we went we felt like we had a lot of privacy from our neighbors," writes Anne W. about Point Campground.
What you should know
Reservation requirements: Book early for waterfront sites, especially during summer. "We wanted a waterfront site but even trying to reserve the first day we could for this weekend, they were all taken," explains Laure D. about Seven Points campground.
Water and electricity limitations: Facilities vary widely between campgrounds. "It's a primitive campground with no electricity. Get your water at a hand pump and they have pit toilets," notes Rebecca G. about Susquehannock. Bring appropriate supplies for your chosen location.
Road conditions: Some campgrounds require travel on unpaved roads. At Fowlers Hollow State Park Campground, "The road in is dirt which doesn't bother me, I just wanted to give the info," mentions Paul B. Plan vehicle access accordingly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near Orbisonia, PA?
Which is the most popular campground near Orbisonia, PA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Orbisonia, PA is Seven Points (PA) with a 4.7-star rating from 21 reviews.
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