Cowans Gap State Park is a diverse landscape nestled within the scenic Allens Valley of Fulton County. Campers come to enjoy the park’s 1,085 acres which offer a large lake, a full-size campground, provincial lodges, and many climbing trails throughout. Aside from the attractions, Buchanan State Forest encompasses the park, offering up fun and beauty regardless of the season. Open every day of the year, the park is a great place to visit for day-trip recreation. That said, if planning to camp here you’ll want to prepare in advance as campsite availability changes by the season. 

 One of the unique offerings that Cowans Gap features is a number of environmental educational programs for the local public. These programs serve to help the pubic, especially the youth, foster a sense of responsibility for the nature that surrounds them every day. There are guided walks, hands-on activities, and even evening programs for those up to it. 

 Aside from the educational opportunities, Cowans Gap is also right in the center of over 71,000+ acres of protected land thanks to Buchanan State Forest. There are 19 tracts of forest which occupy the acreage, showcasing numerous ravines, gulches, and brooks as well as groves of pine, hemlock, and maple. 

 Subsequently, this wild and rugged backdrop attracts hikers, campers, fishers, and outdoor enthusiasts from all over. A number of state game lands located nearby are also popular visiting places for season hunters looking to bag an elk or other large game. 

 Within the campground itself, there’s a variety of fun activities to get in on. During the winter, the park lake freezes making it perfect for ice-fishing and other winter fun. There’s also a maintained skating rink, so you can even come and ice-skate or play a quick game of hockey. 

 It’s during the warmer months however that Cowans Gap state park really starts to shine. Once the lake unfreezes, campers flock for kayaking, canoeing, and pedal boating. The campground itself starts to bustle as children and families visit the local volleyball courts, and check out the nearby trails on Horseback. The lake offers a sandy beach area to recreate, as well as a pier for fishers to get easier access to deep water. 

 Campsites are fully serviced here, and spacious enough to accommodate most families. There are restrooms available throughout the park, and a full-service concession stand for firewood and other conveniences. There are also cabins available for rental, but like most parks be sure to plan ahead as they tend to fill up quick.



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If you’re looking for family fun in a naturally gorgeous location, no need to look further. Lake Raystown Resort is Central Pennsylvania’s top destination. With 400 acres of waterfront property, endless activities and top-rated accommodations for any budget, this is the type of vacation that will leave you feeling surprised and refreshed.

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This recreation area is part of Raystown Lake

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Our surroundings may be historic, but at Burnt Cabins Grist Mill & Family Campground our facilities are suited for the modern traveler. We offer twelve big-rig friendly pull-thru sites with full hookup (30 & 50 Amp electric, water & sewer), twelve back-in full hookup sites, and 12 shaded creek-front sites with water and electric. A dump station is conveniently located on the premises to lighten the load before you leave. Long distance travelers appreciate the convenience of our laundry facility and general store. Modern bath facilities with hot showers and flush toilets are open early April into November, weather permitting.

Groups are welcome at Burnt Cabins Grist Mill & Family Campground. Gather your family and friends for a group camping excursion or a potluck meal. The pavilion seats up to 80 people and is equipped with a kitchen to make heat-up and clean-up a snap. Contact us for group camping or pavilion rental rates.

The General Store on site offers most of your basic grocery, snacking or camping supplies, and the freshest subs and sandwiches in the area. You can also pick up some of our delicious, all-natural pancake mixes for breakfast at your campsite. We offer ice, firewood and propane to round out your camping supply needs.

Our family is proud of our park’s family focus. Relax and watch kids be kids while you plan your next excursion to the surrounding historic sites and natural splendor. We are a pet friendly park, so be sure to include the whole gang when you come camping with us! And join us every Sunday morning for a casual but inspirational worship service provided by the PA Council of Churches Chaplains in the Park ministry.

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We welcome tent & RV camping with 30 and 50-amp hookups including pull-through, shaded, and field sites. We have overnight, seasonal, and extended-stay (available year-round) camping available. We are open April-October for overnight and seasonal camping. Our extended stay sites are open year-round. Limited service overnight camping may be available in the off-season, call for details.

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## Overview

The Nancy's Boat to Shore Campground, in the central region of Raystown Lake, is the perfect secluded getaway camping spot accessible only by boat. Located near both James Creek and Aitch Boat Launch areas, the campground is situated on the shoreline of Raystown Lake away from public roadways. [Nancy's camp map](https://www.nab.usace.army.mil/Portals/63/siteimages/Recreation/Raystown/Nancy-Campground-Map-4-9.jpg)

## Recreation

Fishing is excellent with small and large mouth bass, muskies, striped bass, and brown trout, abundant in the lake. Trough Creek State Park is nearby across the lake; Seven Points and Lake Raystown Resort are both within 8 lake miles. Nearby trails, including Lower Trail (Rails to Trails), Terrace Mountain Trail, Old Loggers Trail and Mid State Trail, attract plenty of traffic.

## Facilities

Campsites are accessed by boat only. Although remote and primitive, each campsite offers a picnic table and campfire ring. Maximum of two tents permitted per campsite. There are no electric hookups. Vault toilets are available. Some of the campsites are located in open, grassy areas while others are tucked into wooded areas. Potable water must be brought along to the campground as no water is currently available. 

## Natural Features

Raystown Lake is in the ridge and valley province of Pennsylvania. The lakeshore is lined with an old oak-hickory forest giving way to mountain ridges and cliffs. The man-made lake is fed by the Raystown Branch tributary of the Juniata River and is the largest lake completely in the state of Pennsylvania.

## Nearby Attractions

Aitch Boat Launch, James Creek Boat Launch, Seven Points Recreation area, Raystown Lake Visitor Center, Lake Raystown Resort & Conference Center and Trough Creek State Park are all nearby.

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Friendship Village Campground is a family-oriented campground with over 300 sites to chose from and providing activities and games for everyone, so be sure to bring the kids and grandkids!

Our park is “big rig friendly,” offering shaded and non-shaded sites, with 84 pull thru sites and a variety of hook-ups available. We even have campsites along our lower lake and beside the trout stream

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