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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,
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Ferryboat Campsites offers horse stables on site for equestrians camping near Mill Hall, Pennsylvania. The campground accommodates both overnight visitors and seasonal campers with facilities designed for riders bringing their own horses. The stables provide secure housing for horses while campers enjoy the riverside setting. Tent camping areas are available in an open field setting with a moderate walk to shower facilities. The campground maintains a small goat petting zoo alongside its equestrian facilities, creating a pet-friendly environment throughout the property. Water access is readily available with the Susquehanna River providing scenic views and recreation opportunities. The campground is extremely pet-friendly as long as animals remain leashed, making it suitable for travelers with both horses and dogs.
Located along the Susquehanna River, this horse-friendly campground connects riders to local trails while providing essential amenities for equestrians. The campground features a working ferry that has operated for over 100 years, offering a unique experience for visitors. Horse owners will find the campground fills quickly on weekends, particularly during peak season, making advance reservations advisable. The property includes an ice cream store next to the river and a local winery across the street with excellent river views. Tent campers should note that shower facilities are located in the RV section of the campground, requiring a walk from the tent camping areas. The campground's location serves as an excellent base for exploring the region's bridle paths and scenic riding routes throughout central Pennsylvania.
Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Mill Hall (30)
1. Black Moshannon State Park Campground
"Electric motorboats are permitted on Moshannon Lake. Boat rentals are available in season."
"Great hiking and a beautiful lake for kayaking. Site 22 is a full hookup. Utilities worked nicely. However, our picnic table had seen better days. "
44 Sites AvailableAvailable next weekend
from $24 - $145 / night
2. Middle Hill Road Site — Tiadaghton State Forest
Check Availabilityfrom $10 / night
3. Snow Shoe Sites — Sproul State Forest
"A standard Ford Explorer handled the drive without trouble, though bringing a trailer would likely only be practical if it is set up for overlanding conditions."
Check Availabilityfrom $10 / night
4. Sand Spring Road Site — Tiadaghton State Forest
Check Availabilityfrom $10 / night
5. Lyman Run State Park Campground
"The surrounding area is loaded with things to do as well if you feel like venturing out. Cherry Springs Dark Park is just up the road but the view from our tent was just as good."
"Our trip was for astrophotography purposes, and Lyman Run is only a 10 minute drive away from the Cherry Springs viewing area. Totally worth it!"
2 Sites AvailableAvailable next weekend
from $20 - $29 / night
6. Walters Road Site — Tiadaghton State Forest
Check Availabilityfrom $10 / night
7. Hickernell Roadside Campsites — Bald Eagle State Forest
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8. New Lancaster Valley Roadside Campsites — Bald Eagle State Forest
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9. Little Buffalo State Park Campground
"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."
"The driving path is gravel with a steep hill at the end so if you can help it I would avoid sites 32,34,36 as they are VERY difficult to back into with larger rigs."
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Get a text when availablefrom $26 - $151 / night
10. East Run Road Site — Tiadaghton State Forest
Check Availabilityfrom $10 / night
Drive Time
- 25 min from Williamsport, PA
- 31 min from State College, PA
- 1 hr 2 min from Altoona, PA
- 1 hr 35 min from Harrisburg, PA
Equestrian Camping Reviews near Mill Hall, PA
83 Reviews of 30 Mill Hall Campgrounds
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Adam O.
TravelerLyman Run State Park Campground
Nice State campground.
They have 30 amp sites. No water but there is a dump station. Bring your Starlink there is no cell signal. Bathrooms are decent. Good Stargazing(head to nearby Cherry Springs). This is one of the most “out of the way” places in the eastern US. Not quite boon docking but close. There is a guy on the corner that sells firewood. Download maps to get in and out. Listen for the Elk. Watch for Bears.
MsTrailBlazer 🏔.
RangerLittle Buffalo State Park Campground
Campground away from park 👍🏻
Beautiful park, pool and lake. Great for boating and fishing, running or hiking and swimming. In may, it wasn’t busy, but I can imagine it gets packed. I will be back for summer.
michael R.
GuideSnow Shoe Sites — Sproul State Forest
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Site SS007 sits roughly two miles off pavement along a fairly rough access road. A standard Ford Explorer handled the drive without trouble, though bringing a trailer would likely only be practical if it is set up for overlanding conditions.
The location offers excellent views of the Susquehanna River and exceptionally clear night skies with strong stargazing opportunities. There was no existing fire ring on site, so we built one using nearby stones. The site does not include a picnic table or other amenities, making it a primative experience.
Cell service was limited but usable, averaging about one bar with AT&T and two bars with T-Mobile.
Overall, it is a quiet, scenic roadside site best suited for campers comfortable with minimal facilities and no other people around.
Graham S.TravelerBlack Moshannon State Park Campground
Great campground at a beautiful park
Ive camped at Black Moshannon State Park many times both in a tent and our camper. The Park has tent only, electric and full hookup sites. It is well cared for and clean. The bathhouses are nice and well maintained. The Park itself offers a lot to do with fishing. Hiking, the beach, kayak rentals, etc. I've never had a bad time at Black Moshannon and will keep coming back.
Dana M.GuideLyman 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!
- SScott I.Traveler
Rothrock Roadside Campsites — Rothrock State Forest
Nice spot to camp in the mountains
First I'll just say that the Rothrock campsites should probably each be listed separately, rather than as a group; they are very spread out throughout the State Forest and each is a different experience. This review will be for site 002 Colerain Road.
This site is accessed by driving up a bit of a winding dirt road up the mountain. It's easy enough during the summer, though the road is narrow and you've got some sharp bends depending on which way you come from. This road is not safe to access in the winter in my opinion.
The parking is just right off the road, and there's a picnic table and large stone fire ring near the parking. There's a small path further up the hill into the woods where there is a tent pad, another fire ring and another picnic table. There are also a lot of flat spots nearby for additional tents to be set up.
Just behind the upper tent site is the top of the mountain, and the site has their own private overlook to the valley below. The site is pretty remote, though there were vehicles and the occasional biker coming up the road. Traffic may have been busier than usual the weekend we went because there was the Mid Atlantic Overland festival nearby at the same time. At one point a family parked in the campsite's parking to start a walk... (there's a better trailhead up closer to Indian Lookout they should have used).
No hookups, water, bathrooms, etc; its fully primitive camping here. Cell coverage was fine on Xfinity Mobile (Verizon).
These sites used to be totally free but they're now $10 a night. You still need to book a while out if you want to be here on a weekend, especially during the fall when Penn State is playing.
- SSteveGuide
Black Moshannon State Park Campground
Beautiful spot
In the middle of the woods vibe. The sites had good privacy and it was just a pretty area. Neighbors were respectful and relatively quiet.. There was zero cell service at this campground. Bathrooms were clean.
Greg W.TravelerStony Fork Creek Campground
Great experience
We arrived on Saturday and departed the following Friday. The campground was exceptionally maintained, bathrooms and showers virtually spotless and the pool was clearly and consistently maintained at all times. Plenty of space to spread out and walk. All of the roads were paved and sites were very large.
Guide to Mill Hall
Beyond traditional equestrian camping at Ferryboat Campsites, the Mill Hall region features diverse camping options within the Pennsylvania Wilds region. Located approximately 30 miles from State College, Mill Hall sits at an elevation of 575 feet within Clinton County. The area combines the foothills of the Allegheny Mountains with river valleys, creating distinct seasonal camping conditions with humid summers and cold winters.
What to do
Stargazing opportunities: Black Moshannon State Park Campground offers exceptional night sky viewing. "The night sky is amazing. There is a lake to do many activities, and a beach there. ATV trails, hiking, beautiful overlooks. No cell service, so you really get to get away from everything," notes Katie S.
Wildlife observation: Tiadaghton State Forest provides multiple remote camping sites for wildlife enthusiasts. Their roadside campsites at locations like East Run Road offer primitive camping with basic amenities while providing access to forest habitat.
Fishing access: Lyman Run State Park Campground features productive fishing waters. "Pretty easy to catch some trout and blue gill. There are also 6 miles of hiking trails to clear your head if you need that," states Joshua L., highlighting the accessible fishing options for families and solo anglers.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Black Moshannon State Park Campground maintains high cleanliness standards. Lisa L. reports, "Spaces are clean and spacious, bath house is very well kept. Very peaceful and well maintained, plan to go back again for sure!"
Spacious campsites: Little Buffalo State Park Campground offers well-sized camping areas. Amanda H. confirms, "The campsites are spacious. There are standard tent sites available and there are water/electric site available."
Paddling opportunities: The lakes at regional campgrounds provide peaceful water recreation alternatives to the Susquehanna River. At Lyman Run, Michelle L. shares, "Had a good time fishing at the lake and stopping for ice cream at the beach shop is a must!"
What you should know
Reservation timing: Lyman Run State Park Campground fills quickly during peak seasons. Peggy S. advises, "We like staying at Lyman Run since Cherry Springs gets filled pretty quickly. Lyman Run campground is great. There are 2 campgrounds, one right by the lake (larger) and one a little further away (smaller)."
Accessibility challenges: Some campgrounds near Mill Hall have limitations for certain campers. At Little Buffalo, Paula R. notes, "Only downfall is we have smaller children and we could not bike from the campground to the pool, it was too far and the hill to get back was too big for them to ride up."
Water conditions: Black Moshannon has distinctive water features. Travis S. explains, "The Iron Ore mines from the past have left the creek water stained red which is why it's called the Red Mo with the locals." This affects the appearance but not recreation safety.
Tips for camping with families
Pool access: Little Buffalo State Park Campground offers excellent swimming facilities, though not included with camping. "They offer a large area that is only 1 foot deep, great for little ones! There is also a splash pad! There are 2 slides for fun!" shares Amanda H.
Educational opportunities: Several parks near Mill Hall feature ranger-led programs. Christopher E. recalls, "We did have a nice bat spotting walk with a Ranger when we were there and there's an interesting historic mill you can tour."
Kid-friendly alternatives: When equestrian camping facilities are booked, consider Black Moshannon State Park. Denise D. recommends, "Make a reservation way ahead of your date as this campground is very popular and sites book early. It has sites to accommodate any R.V. and lot of tent sites."
Tips from RVers
Navigation advice: Lyman Run State Park Campground requires careful route planning. Sandi G. cautions, "Our only trouble was our GPS brought us in the most difficult way. We suggest avoiding heading south from I80 on Casanova road."
Seasonal opportunities: Little Buffalo provides year-round access. Shirley M. notes, "We camped here over Columbus Day weekend. We wanted a quiet escape. We had one of the few full hook up sites."
Site selection: Consider camping loops carefully at each location. At Black Moshannon, one camper explains, "Your neighbors are not 'right there'," while at Lyman Run, Gina M. contrasts, "We booked a tent site, and there was only one small patch of grass where we could set up our tent."
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