Kevin M.
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TravelerDogwood Acres Campground
Well run
The staff here are amazing. Quiet time is respected, clean campground. Will come again.
Dog-Friendly Camping near Reedsville, PA
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Buttonwood Campground's dog park provides a dedicated space for pets to exercise off-leash while camping near Reedsville. This pet-friendly campground allows dogs throughout the property with standard leash rules in effect outside the designated dog area. Waterside Campground and RV Park, Greenwood Furnace State Park, and Reeds Gap State Park also welcome pets at their campsites. Most campgrounds in the region require pets to be leashed at all times, properly supervised, and not left unattended. Accommodations range from primitive tent sites to full-hookup RV spots with 30/50-amp service, making dog-friendly camping near Reedsville accessible for both tent campers and RV travelers. Several campgrounds offer pet-friendly cabins for those seeking more comfort while traveling with dogs. Campers consistently note the cleanliness of pet areas and appreciate campgrounds with no breed restrictions for dogs.
The region's state parks provide excellent opportunities for hiking with dogs on maintained trails. Bald Eagle State Forest offers primitive camping with pets allowed and access to numerous hiking paths. When camping with dogs in Pennsylvania state parks, visitors should be aware that some parks divide their campgrounds into pet and non-pet sections. The Russell P. Letterman Campground at Bald Eagle State Park, for instance, has an Oak loop that does not allow pets while the Sycamore loop is pet-friendly. During hunting seasons, dog owners should bring hunter orange for themselves and their pets when exploring trails, as some parks permit hunting on their grounds. Most campgrounds require proof of current rabies vaccination for all pets, and waste disposal stations are typically provided throughout the grounds.
Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Reedsville (82)
1. Buttonwood Campground
"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!"
Check Availabilityfrom $30 - $78 / night
2. Penn Roosevelt State Park Campground
"Get a site on the outside towards the water. They are spaced out and peaceful. Has restrooms (no shower), picnic table, and fire pit at each site. Short walk to creek and beautiful pond."
"went there for a picnic with the young ones and it was quite a fun evening. there were not many people around so the kids could frolic and be slightly loud without bothering any other people."
Check Availabilityfrom $25 / night
3. Waterside Campground and RV Park
"Great setup location. Easy in and out, full utilities. Separate tenting area near bathrooms Water is easy access, pool is heated."
4. Bald Eagle State Forest
"Our first experience was spectacular- we had a site set back from the road surrounded by mountain laurel and ferns. The second site we tried was a tad too close to the road, hence the 4-stars."
"Nice little spot with no one around. Maybe 2-3 cars passed on the SF road each day. Primitive camping with picnic table and fire ring - that’s it. Have to carry your gear from your car a little ways."
5. Hartman Center Campground
"Also no real “dog run”. All in all if your a couple wanting to go relax its great, but if you have pets and or younger kids there isn’t much on the grounds."
Check Availabilityfrom $100 - $400 / night
6. Seven Mountains Campground
9 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
7. River’s Edge RV Park & Campground
"The campground offers direct access to the river for afternoon floats on tubes or kayaks and they’re building a large dock for fishing. Beautiful sunsets on the river!"
8. Bellefonte-State College KOA
"Very peaceful and quite, but close to State College (a must since we were in town for a Penn State game). I also loved historic Bellefonte (I highly recommend eating at the Governors Pub)."
"The section in the front of the park is open with spotty trees; whereas, sites in the back of the park are tucked in the woods and are a lot more private."
9. Hemlock Acres Camp Ground
"This past week we took the time to mix some business with pleasure and ended up at Hemlock Acres Campground located just a short distance from State College of Pa."
Check Availabilityfrom $30 - $135 / night
10. Standing Stone Farm
from $25 - $50 / night
Drive Time
- 22 min from State College, PA
- 52 min from Harrisburg, PA
- 58 min from Altoona, PA
- 1 hr 18 min from Williamsport, PA
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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Reedsville, PA
477 Reviews of 82 Reedsville Campgrounds
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.
Troy P.TravelerShikellamy State Park Campground
meh
i mean meh with the most enthusiasm as you can live your entire life & be oki not going here. the trails are small & the overlook is fenced high for falls. it’s about as much scenery as going for a walk deer hunting. it’s beginner friendly if anyone wants to start getting into parks but i feel there’s more focus on pavilions & playgrounds than calling it a state park. for anything boating or canoeing on the river it’s a good place to be but your in town so it take it for what it is
- Jake F.
ScoutSunsational 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
TSWX3475 B.TravelerShikellamy State Park Campground
Shikallamy Marina
It's a nice park but it's daytime only there's no camping here
- MMark M.
GuideWestern Village RV Park
Pretty campground, friendly staff, but RVs are packed in like sardines
We used to camp here 30+ years ago. Nice that it hasn't changed much. Still has a game room with pool table, driving games, skeet ball, etc. No more pinball games like in the past. Apparently in the 1930 there was a working train around the campground, a restaurant and horse shoes - none of which are at present.
Sites are quite small. I thought our neighbor's awning was going to hit our RV, and that ours might hit the next neighbor's RV. In some parts the campers are also back to back, luckily ours is not.
They have wi-fi but you must pay for it, no free service. No cable TV (which is the norm these days). Good cell reception so you will need that or a Starlink to stream shows.
Staff are friendly. Sites are pretty level. The campground itself is rather pretty with trees, grassy areas, playgrounds for kids, etc. Lots of lightning bugs at night, and birds during the day.
At night it's interesting to walk around as so many seasonal and permanent campers have lights around their campers, trees, etc. Almost like walking around one of those light up parks they do around Christmas.
- christian G.Guide
Russell 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 Reedsville
Reedsville sits in central Pennsylvania at an elevation of 554 feet in Mifflin County, surrounded by state forests and mountain ridges. Summer temperatures range from 60-85°F while winter camping requires preparation for temperatures that can drop below freezing. The area's mix of forests, valleys, and waterways creates diverse camping options within a 30-minute drive of town.
What to do
Tube down the Juniata River: At Buttonwood Campground, river recreation is a highlight. "Floating down the river is the best part! So much to do!" reports Kayla H. The campground offers tubing shuttles included with their $20 activity wristband.
Explore historical iron furnaces: Greenwood Furnace State Park Campground preserves Pennsylvania's industrial heritage. "Very interesting history of the old furnaces. Gorgeous park - very PA-scenic!" notes Melanie Z. The blacksmith shop offers educational demonstrations that campers can observe.
Fish for trout: Several creeks and lakes in the area support fishing. At Poe Paddy State Park, Penn's Creek provides excellent fishing spots. "The creek and river are perfect for curious little ones to explore. Great fishing spot," says Sarah. Some streams contain both native and stocked trout populations.
What campers like
Self-service amenities: Greenwood Furnace offers convenient camping supplies. "You can buy ice ($2), bundles of wood (15 pc @ $5) and as long as you don't need change, it's self serve," writes Ann P. This convenience allows campers to replenish supplies without leaving the park.
Digital disconnection: Penn Roosevelt State Park Campground offers a technology-free experience. "It was so secluded, I heard nothing but nature for over an hour before a plane flew over," reports Chuck M. This park has no cell service, allowing for a genuine wilderness experience.
Spacious sites: Many campgrounds in the region provide well-sized camping spaces. At Poe Valley State Park Campground, "Lovely area with many shaded spots" according to Taylor V. The campsites often feature fire rings, picnic tables, and natural buffers between neighbors.
What you should know
Limited cell service: Most campgrounds around Reedsville have minimal or no mobile connectivity. At Poe Valley, "No cell service but you won't even miss it," mentions Chelsie G. Prepare for offline camping by downloading maps and bringing physical guides.
Weather considerations: The mountain location means rapid weather changes. "Bring layers + raincoats as the PA mountain weather can be iffy!" advises Diane T. at Greenwood Furnace. Spring camping often features wet conditions that affect site selection.
Water accessibility: Poe Paddy State Park Campground has varied water access across sites. "I wouldn't recommend big campers as most of the spots would be a pain to back into," notes Jolene J. The campground has limited water sources with "a couple of water pumps, several well-maintained pit toilets, and an emergency phone."
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly activities: Buttonwood Campground offers extensive children's entertainment. "There is tons to do for the kids. Ours really enjoyed the bounce pillow, laser tag and peddle cars the most," says Bryan S. These activities require a $20 wristband for unlimited daily access.
Swimming options: Several parks feature swimming areas for summer visitors. At Poe Valley, "The beach was nice, not crowded, soft sand, and warm water," according to Taylor V. Most swimming areas open Memorial Day through Labor Day, weather permitting.
Educational opportunities: Waterside Campground and RV Park combines outdoor recreation with learning experiences. "Great setup location. Easy in and out, full utilities. Water is easy access, pool is heated," notes Michael L. The riverside location allows children to learn about aquatic ecosystems.
Tips from RVers
Site selection: For pet friendly camping near Reedsville, Pennsylvania, experienced RVers recommend researching specific loops. "I think we had the best site w/electric hookup that was also dog-friendly: #48. We loved how it was nicely shaded by hemlocks, oaks, some maples," shares Kassie F. about Greenwood Furnace.
Hookup availability: Waterside Campground provides full-service options for RVs. "Clean and well kept campground located 12 mile below Lewistown, Pa. Nearly all full hook-ups with back-ins and pull-thrus available," states Gary C. The campground maintains these services year-round.
Parking considerations: For larger RVs, some campgrounds present access challenges. At Penn Roosevelt, "If you have a trailer, I do not recommend this spot. There is a very tight hairpin turn on the way in," warns Chuck M. Research road conditions before committing to remote camping areas with RVs.
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