Top Tent Camping near Shunk, PA

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Best Tent Sites Near Shunk, PA (9)

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      1. Riverside Acres Campground

      2 Reviews
      18 Saves
      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • RVs

      $22 - $35 / night

      Camper-submitted photo from Colton Point State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Colton Point State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Colton Point State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Colton Point State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Colton Point State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Colton Point State Park

      2. Colton Point State Park

      7 Reviews
      25 Photos
      56 Saves
      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Tents
      • Group
      • Cabins
      • Standard (Tent/RV)
      Camper-submitted photo from Ravensburg State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Ravensburg State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Ravensburg State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Ravensburg State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Ravensburg State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Ravensburg State Park

      3. Ravensburg State Park

      5 Reviews
      10 Photos
      61 Saves
      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Phone Service
      • ADA Access
      • Tents
      • Standard (Tent/RV)
      Camper-submitted photo from Lawrence Recreation Area
      Camper-submitted photo from Lawrence Recreation Area
      Camper-submitted photo from Lawrence Recreation Area

      4. Lawrence Recreation Area

      2 Reviews
      3 Photos
      9 Saves

      Overview

      Lawrence Recreation Area is a day-use facility on the south side of Cowanesque Lake. It is conveniently located on State Route 49 approximately 4 miles west of Lawrenceville, Pennsylvania. The area offers a great location for picnicking and shoreline fishing.

      Natural Features:

      Cowanesque Lake is situated in the Endless Mountains region of Pennsylvania, along the Allegheny Plateau in the Appalachian Mountains. The surrounding land paints a scenic picture of rolling terrain and open fields.

      Recreation:

      Cowanesque Lake offers many outdoor activities including boating and fishing. A variety of native fish inhabits the areas streams and lakes. The North and South Tailrace areas provide access for fishing below the dam.

      The fields and forests around the lake are popular destinations for hunters looking for large and small game species that inhabit the eastern hardwood forests.

      Many miles of hiking trails surround the lake, including the Mid State Trail, which links the trails at Cowanesque and nearby Hammond Lake into a long path that extends all the way through Pennsylvania from Maryland to New York.

      Facilities:

      The Cayuga Shelter is reservable for group picnicking. It is fully accessible and comfortably accommodates groups of up to 100 people in a lovely lakeside setting.

      • Pets
      • Electric Hookups
      • Reservable
      • ADA Access
      • Tents
      • Group
      Camper-submitted photo from Gardner Hill Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Gardner Hill Campground

      5. Gardner Hill Campground

      1 Review
      2 Photos
      5 Saves
      • Pets
      • Electric Hookups
      • Tents
      • Standard (Tent/RV)
      • Market
      • Picnic Table
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      Camper-submitted photo from Shikellamy State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Shikellamy State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Shikellamy State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Shikellamy State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Shikellamy State Park

      6. Shikellamy State Park

      3 Reviews
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      7 Saves
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      • ADA Access
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        7. Backwoods Homestead LLC

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        • Pets
        • Fires
        • Electric Hookups
        • Phone Service
        • Reservable
        • Tents

        $50 - $75 / night

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          8. Lambs Creek Recreation Area

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          Overview

          Lambs Creek Recreation Area is located at the southern end of Tioga Lake, just north of the borough of Mansfield, PA. The recreation area is easily accessible from US Route 15 and offers a great location for picnicking, hiking and biking.

          Natural Features:

          Lambs Creek is situated in the Endless Mountains region of Pennsylvania, along the Allegheny Plateau in the Appalachian Mountains. The surrounding land paints a scenic picture of rolling terrain and open fields.

          Recreation:

          A 3.2-mile paved rail trail travels south from the recreation area into Mansfield. It is open for hiking, biking and roller blading.

          A boat ramp within the facility provides access to the 498-acre Tioga Lake, which is popular for water skiing, fishing and paddling.

          Facilities:

          Lambs Creek offers one group shelter. It is fully accessible and comfortably accommodates up to 100 people in a lovely wooded setting.

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          • Reservable
          • ADA Access
          • Tents
          • Group
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          9. South Shore Recreation Area

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          Overview

          South Shore Recreation Area is located on the south side of the Cowanesque Lake along State Route 49, just five miles west of Lawrenceville, Pennsylvania. The area is easily accessible from Route 15 and offers a great location for boating, picnicking and fishing.

          Natural Features:

          Cowanesque Lake is situated in the Endless Mountains region of Pennsylvania, along the Allegheny Plateau in the Appalachian Mountains. The surrounding land paints a scenic picture of rolling terrain and open fields.

          Recreation:

          Cowanesque Lake offers a variety of outdoor activities including boating and fishing. A variety of native fish inhabits the areas streams and lakes. The North and South Tailrace areas provide access for fishing below the dam.

          The fields and forests around the lake are popular destinations for hunters looking for large and small game species that inhabit the eastern hardwood forests.

          Many miles of hiking trails circle the lake, including the Mid State Trail, which travels through the recreation area. It links the trails at Cowanesque and nearby Hammond Lake into a long path that extends all the way through Pennsylvania from Maryland to New York.

          Facilities:

          The recreation area offers three group shelters. The Iroquois and Oneida Shelters have electric and water hookups; the Mohawk Shelter has water hookups only. All three sites are fully accessible and comfortably accommodate groups of up to 100 people in a lovely lakeside setting.

          • Pets
          • Electric Hookups
          • Reservable
          • ADA Access
          • Tents
          • Group

        Recent Tent Reviews In Shunk

        356 Reviews of 9 Shunk Campgrounds


        • Brett D.
          Camper-submitted photo from Knoebels Campground
          Oct. 17, 2024

          Knoebels Campground

          Nice Campground - Tight Spaces - Fun Park

          Good Campground to visit the amusement park. Electrical hookup was a bit far from the camper, so bring an extension cord. Good atmosphere will be back, the kids had a blast.

        • Jolene J.
          Camper-submitted photo from R B Winter State Park
          Aug. 24, 2024

          R B Winter State Park

          Must stay state park

          Beautiful state park. The campground is clean and well kept. The beach area is clean, there's a big playground on it as well as a concession stand and store (open during the summer). Spots 57 and 18 offer the most privacy. There are spots that have little creek side access but they are closer together. There are showers in the campground too. DCNR patrols it like a hawk though...so beware any visiting cars to your spot must be moved or pay $5. Borderline harassment from the DCNR guy for my friend visiting for an hour. It is a state park so no alcohol if that's your thing. Beautiful hiking trails and bike trails. 10/10 recommend

        • Jolene J.
          Camper-submitted photo from Little Pine State Park
          Aug. 17, 2024

          Little Pine State Park

          Clean quiet campground

          This is a nice clean quiet campground. It's a great stop if you're doing rails to trails or swimming at the beach up the road. (Note to get to both places you'll need to drive). We went on a weekday and it wasn't crowded but I've heard on the weekends it gets packed. There are two sets of swings and one slide. The bathrooms have showers and were clean. Some of the spots are smaller and right next to each other (down by the creek and up around top). But spots 68,69,70 are prime. We were in spot 75 right next to the bridge and not ideal

        • C
          Camper-submitted photo from Indian Head Campground
          Aug. 4, 2024

          Indian Head Campground

          False advertising

          We booked this campground because it was waterfront camping. Upon arriving to the site, we saw that it was not in fact waterfront camping. When we talked to the office, they just told us to take the other side, which also was not waterfront like advertised. Luckily, before we decided to check that side out, the owners son told her that someone else was coming to that section, “which they were also confused as to why the camping wasn’t waterfront”. The water that was accessible was a small launch area where other people in the campground hung out at most of the time. The map of the campground they gave us was completely different than the one online. The sites weren’t marked either.

        • Greg W.
          Camper-submitted photo from Stony Fork Creek Campground
          Aug. 2, 2024

          Stony 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.

        • Teresa M.
          Camper-submitted photo from Sheshequin Campground
          Jul. 20, 2024

          Sheshequin Campground

          Nice clean sites with grass tent areas

          Nice quiet sites, good wifi, clean bathrooms, drinking water and power at all sites.  Hosts are very friendly

        • Amber C.
          Camper-submitted photo from Little Pine State Park
          Jul. 14, 2024

          Little Pine State Park

          Nice Place

          The campground is beautifully kept. Bathrooms and sites were nice. Some sites are alittle closer personally esp in the dog area. It was extremely buggy when we went. Our dogs wouldn't come out of the camper because there was no relief. It was the height of rattle snake season. A site near ours and very close to the playground had a rattler under their camper. Alittle too close for comfort. Otherwise, campers, rangers and hosts were nice to deal!

        • K R.
          Camper-submitted photo from Splash Magic Campground
          Jun. 29, 2024

          Splash Magic Campground

          Not worth it

          Sad place multiple no functional area basketball court with no balls, floating ride "missing parts" no coffee at the store, no milk either, some staff nasty and rude. No cable no wifi this place has extra fees and charges for everything river front is tiny slippery maybe 8ft wide walk. Pictures are a stretch from reality.

        • MJ B.
          Camper-submitted photo from Stony Fork Creek Campground
          Jun. 19, 2024

          Stony Fork Creek Campground

          Good Camping Option to the Grand Canyon of PA

          Stayed at this campsite, taking our pop-up camper on its maiden voyage to the Grand Canyon of PA. Was able to choose a location that worked best for us. The area we selected was not busy. Campsite appeared to have a lot of seasonal campers. My husband does not like staying in crowded campgrounds with people surrounding you and up all night screaming and singing. We go camping to relax and enjoy the peace and quiet. Not to listen to people pretending to relive their college days....lol. Area is open, not offering a lot of privacy, but we had shade and woods behind us, and the ground was grassy and level. The pool was nice and the rec center had a lot of activities for kids. The pond offered fishing and pedal boat rentals. We chose this campsite due to its proximity to the Leonard Harrison State Park. We had no issues here and would recommend.

        • V
          Camper-submitted photo from Pettecote Junction Campground
          May. 28, 2024

          Pettecote Junction Campground

          Nature Lover's Dream

          This is one of the best campgrounds we've ever stayed at. Beautifully maintained and landscaped, and the sites are level. Our site was literally on the river, we even saw an eagle. Their bathrooms are so clean I almost swept from joy. Keep in mind you need quarters for a hot shower but I only needed 2 quarters for 6 minutes, plenty of time. What I love most is how accessible the biking trail and river are. The staff will even shuttle you to the kayak drop off site for a fee, and then you just pull in right to the campground. We have been coming to this area for years and this is the first time we were lucky to snag a site for a Holiday weekend. We won't stay anywhere else from now on.

        • OThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Worlds End State Park
          May. 6, 2024

          Worlds End State Park

          Súper app!

          I really enjoy this app. It was really helpful when we visit Arizona, and of course my local area. I recommended to the beginner camper or to the Pro campers.

        • J
          Camper-submitted photo from Moon Lake Recreation Area
          Apr. 9, 2024

          Moon Lake Recreation Area

          Great peaceful environment

          My family loves it up here. The reservation staff are over accommodating and very helpful, we had to call them a few times. Great place for hiking, fishing, letting kids have fun and be kids. A nice quiet place to relax by the fire while the kids sleep.

        • louis P.
          Camper-submitted photo from Cozy Creek Family Campground
          Apr. 9, 2024

          Cozy Creek Family Campground

          Rustic creek family campground

          This is a fantastic campground! The tent sites are right on the creek. The grounds, the little store/coffee shop and the facilities were pristine. The owner and all the employees were as friendly as they were accommodating. I can't say enough good things. I'll definitely be back.

        • SThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Splash Magic Campground
          Dec. 26, 2023

          Splash Magic Campground

          Friendly and very helpful staff

          The area is beautiful and I would like to stay in the winter when many of the activities are available and it is warmer.  I am just learning about using a travel trailer and the staff was of great assistance.  They were easy to reach and were genuinely interested in my stay and plans.  They have a dog park which my dog loved.

        • Kait D.
          Camper-submitted photo from Red Rock Mountain Campground
          Oct. 23, 2023

          Red Rock Mountain Campground

          Peaceful

          Peaceful little campground five minutes from Ricketts Glen State Park. Accommodating and friendly hosts, clean bath house and firewood for sale on site.

        • Jennifer R.
          Camper-submitted photo from Highland Campgrounds
          Sep. 20, 2023

          Highland Campgrounds

          Great all around campground

          Been here twice so far! Whether it's nature and back roads, or wanting to have a dip in the pool and lay in the sun, this campground is the best of both worlds. Great prices and deals. Office is clean and a combined country store with fresh produce in the outdoor fridge and bug spray and essentials in the office area. Rec room and bathrooms are older, but vintage. Playground is also older but also gives off the vintage look with some of the older, older swings and sit spin. Would definitely recommend and will definitely be back!!

        • Eliza F.
          Camper-submitted photo from Sunflower Acres Family Campground
          Sep. 8, 2023

          Sunflower Acres Family Campground

          Peacful and has been renovated top to bottom

          We stay every year usually a few times a year and always come back. This year the changes that have been happening are unreal. The new owners have renovated everything top to bottom. The biggest one being the brand new pool and deck

        • K
          Camper-submitted photo from Ives Run
          Aug. 24, 2023

          Ives Run

          Beautiful location

          Rolling hills, lots of room between sites, curved roads and loops (versus straight roads and everyone parked like a mobile home park) make for a very pleasant site. Lots of different settings to choose from.

        • Autumn C.
          Camper-submitted photo from Pioneer Campground
          Aug. 1, 2023

          Pioneer Campground

          Don't rent Cabin 1

          Looks cute from the outside but once you get in you are immediately disappointed. The cabin had a smell, a wrinkly floor, and was very dark. There is a lack of any shelf or cabinets and only minimal hooks to put your things. Even the TV was on the dining table and you can't use the remote from the bed either. We used the table benches and top of fireplace to place our stuff. We also had no AC. The signs on the wall said make sure you turn off the AC, but no AC. Our friends stayed in cabin 6 and it was so cute, bright, and had AC. Our other friend stayed in 2 and it was much better than ours as well. 3 was better too.

          In addition they would not honor a AAA discount due to already paying, what?!

        • Damon O.
          Camper-submitted photo from Ives Run
          Jul. 29, 2023

          Ives Run

          Great spot. Friendly hosts.

          Well established campground with many campsites, both with and without hookups. Bathrooms, showers, boat launch, beach, playground, and a camp store. Lots of great trails nearby as well. Worth the visit!

        • Jake C.The Dyrt ADMIN User
          Camper-submitted photo from Penns Creek Campsite
          Jul. 24, 2023

          Penns Creek Campsite

          Great for fishing or just relaxing

          Jake from the Dyrt here!  Penns Creek is a beautiful private campsite with bass fishing and well setup camping area.  Check them out and make sure to share how your trip was on the Dyrt!

        • Mike C.
          Camper-submitted photo from Hidden Valley Camping Resort
          Jul. 12, 2023

          Hidden Valley Camping Resort

          Vacation

          I have say this one of the cleanest places bathrooms are top knocked and people there friendly and plenty to do with kids you won't regret it.

        • Jake C.The Dyrt ADMIN User
          Camper-submitted photo from Lake Front Campsite !!!
          Jun. 19, 2023

          Lake Front Campsite !!!

          RV Camping on a private quiet lake

          Jake from the Dyrt here!  This campground has access to a private no motor lake for a calm day on the water.  Check them out and make sure to leave a review on the Dyrt!



        Guide to Shunk

        Camping near Shunk, Pennsylvania, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

        What to do:

        • Hiking: Explore the stunning trails at Ricketts Glen State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "The trails are very well maintained. If you want to do the Falls Trail (21 beautiful waterfalls), it is quite challenging."
        • Swimming: Enjoy a refreshing swim at Lake Jean, located near Ricketts Glen State Park Campground. A reviewer noted, "The lake felt clean and wasn't too cold in July."
        • Fishing and Kayaking: At Ives Run, you can fish or kayak on Lake Hammond. One camper shared, "The fishing is good, and the turtles are eager to help themselves to your bait."

        What campers like:

        • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms and showers. A visitor at Hills Creek State Park Campground said, "Bathrooms are super clean.. Sites are huge."
        • Privacy: Many sites offer a sense of seclusion. A reviewer at Worlds End State Park Campground mentioned, "The sites are spaced a decent amount apart and are generous in size."
        • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Campgrounds like Williamsport South-Nittany Mountain KOA are great for families. One camper noted, "This is a nice, well-run, family-oriented CG with many activities available."

        What you should know:

        • Limited Cell Service: Many campgrounds, including Worlds End State Park Campground, have little to no cell service. A visitor warned, "Absolutely no cell service, however, and we had to go all the way down the mountain to get texts or make calls."
        • Busy Weekends: If you prefer a quieter experience, consider camping during the week. A reviewer at Ricketts Glen State Park Campground advised, "It does get very busy on weekends so if you can stay during the week it's much nicer."
        • Rustic Camping Options: Some campgrounds, like Pettecote Junction Campground, offer rustic sites. A camper mentioned, "The tent sites are large enough, but have zero privacy between them."

        Tips for camping with families:

        • Activities for Kids: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and organized activities. At Williamsport South-Nittany Mountain KOA, one camper said, "The playground was excellent. The camp store was new looking and well stocked."
        • Safety Precautions: Be aware of wildlife, especially in areas like Little Pine State Park Campground. A visitor noted, "It was extremely buggy when we went. Our dogs wouldn't come out of the camper because there was no relief."
        • Plan for Meals: Many campgrounds have camp stores or nearby towns for supplies. A camper at Pioneer Campground mentioned, "The staff is super friendly and helpful."

        Tips from RVers:

        • Check Site Conditions: Some sites may be uneven. A reviewer at Williamsport South-Nittany Mountain KOA shared, "Gravel pad was narrow so the picnic table was within two feet of the trailer side."
        • Utilities Availability: Ensure your site has the necessary hookups. A camper at Ives Run noted, "There are many campsites, both with and without hookups."
        • Explore Nearby Attractions: Take advantage of local attractions and activities. A visitor at Pettecote Junction Campground said, "The location of PJC is perfect for fishing, floating/kayaking, and biking/hiking the rails to trail."

        Camping near Shunk, Pennsylvania, offers a variety of experiences for everyone. Whether you're hiking, swimming, or just relaxing, there's something for every camper to enjoy.

        Frequently Asked Questions

        • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Shunk, PA?

          According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Shunk, PA is Riverside Acres Campground with a 3-star rating from 2 reviews.

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