Cabin rentals near Rebersburg, Pennsylvania sit in a region characterized by the Appalachian Mountains with elevations ranging from 1,200 to 2,400 feet. The area experiences distinct seasonal changes with summer temperatures averaging 75°F while winter lows frequently drop below freezing. Most camping facilities remain open from April through mid-December, closing during the harshest winter months.
What to do
Boating and fishing at Bald Eagle Lake: Rent a boat at Russell P. Letterman Campground and spend time on the water. "We loved it here! Very beautiful, nice hiking trails and a beautiful lake. Clean grounds and bath houses," noted one visitor. Another camper mentioned, "We love this park and usually rent a boat and swim and watch the eagles all day. One of the best experiences ever."
Night sky viewing: The cabins at Raymond B. Winter State Park offer excellent stargazing opportunities. "The night skies were beautiful (starry starry night w/little light pollution) and trails galore leading directly from the campground," reported one camper. Another visitor said, "A great place to camp and spend time with family and friends, you can enjoy lots of trails and explore the woods, and also a great place to enjoy the night sky, see the stars and the Milky Way in the summer months."
Swimming at Poe Valley: The lake at Poe Valley State Park Campground has a sandy beach area with warm water in summer. "The beach was nice, not crowded, soft sand, and warm water. It's a great lake to kayak or paddle board on," shared one visitor. Another noted, "They have a swimming area, concession stand, showers, bathrooms and changing area. You can camp, fish, boat, kayak, hike and swim!"
What campers like
Clean, well-maintained bathrooms: Many cabins and campgrounds in the region prioritize clean facilities. One camper at Williamsport South-Nittany Mountain KOA shared, "We were given a pull through site with water close to the bath house, which was very clean and had nice warm showers." The bath houses at Bald Eagle State Park also received positive feedback: "Clean grounds and bath houses."
Family-friendly activities: Beyond hiking and water recreation, several cabin rental areas offer additional amenities. At Williamsport South-Nittany Mountain KOA, one visitor mentioned, "There is a well stocked camp store where we were able to get some fresh eggs and delicious ice cream by the scoop." Another noted, "Lots to do if you want or it's just as great sitting around the fire relaxing or getting ice cream at the store."
Varied terrain for hiking: The region's topography offers diverse hiking options from easy to challenging. One visitor to Poe Valley State Park noted, "We didn't realize there would be no service so I didn't research hikes before we left. We did take the hunter's path, off the beach parking lot, to the mid state trail but it was straight up the mountain and quite difficult."
What you should know
Cell service limitations: Many cabin locations have limited or no connectivity. A camper at Bellefonte-State College KOA mentioned, "The campground has excellent service, I work online so that was a relief. Full bars on at&t and Verizon." However, at Poe Valley State Park, a visitor warned, "There isn't any cell service as you are way back in the mountain but it's so beautiful and relaxing you won't care!!"
Water pressure varies: Check reviews about utilities before booking. One camper noted about Bellefonte-State College KOA: "I honestly struggled with what to rate this campground... Then there was the water pressure… or lack of water pressure. Saying it trickled out would be generous."
Road access considerations: Some cabin areas require careful driving. A visitor to Bellefonte-State College KOA warned, "IMPORTANT— almost got killed getting just off the freeway to make the left turn towards the koa — please be careful. Traffic either side does not stop or slow, and they are going extremely fast. Be patient. Wait for ample time."
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly amenities: Look for cabins at campgrounds with specific family features. At Holiday Pines Campground, "Their swimming pool is opening soon, that's pretty cool. A lot of long term campers on site so it's quiet as far as other campers." Williamsport South-Nittany Mountain KOA received praise for having "a lot of well maintained seasonal sites. All the kids flock to the playground. A nice feature is the petting zoo."
Outdoor education opportunities: Several park cabins offer ranger programs. At Bald Eagle State Park, a camper recalled, "We discovered one of the evening talks about the eagles nesting in the park and the ranger set up binoculars for us to try and see the nest."
Protection from elements: Some cabin areas have limited shade or protection. At Russell P. Letterman Campground, a visitor noted about the modern campsites: "The sites are flat and open. There is a lack of trees, so no real wind break. Each site has a fire ring and a hook to hang food from small animals."
Tips from RVers
Site leveling challenges: Many campgrounds have uneven sites. At Bellefonte-State College KOA, a camper advised, "Make sure you have leveling tools as the sites are not very level side-to-side. The sites are also small and tightly packed."
Space limitations: Some cabin and RV areas have tight spacing. A visitor to Bellefonte-State College KOA noted, "All the regular pull through sites in the old part are very tight and dusty. We had to move the fire ring so it wouldn't be under our awning and the only place we could safely have it was with the one side of people would have to sit on the road."
Utility considerations: For those bringing RVs to cabin areas with hookups, check for specific amenities. At Russell P. Letterman Campground, a camper shared, "I'm not sure about other sites, but we did not have a water hookup, just a spigot we could fill from. The dump station worked fine and was clean. Power pole was in rough shape but worked."
