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Best Campgrounds near Spring Mills, PA

421 Reviews

The mountainous region around Spring Mills, Pennsylvania provides a range of camping experiences, from primitive tent sites to full-service RV campgrounds with cabins. Bald Eagle State Park offers multiple camping areas including the Primitive Camping Area and Russell P Letterman Campground, featuring electric hookups, showers, and reservable sites. The nearby Poe Valley and Poe Paddy State Parks present additional camping options with varying levels of amenities. Several KOA facilities and privately owned campgrounds like Hemlock Acres Camp Ground supplement the public lands, creating diverse opportunities for overnight stays within forested settings and near water features.

Camping availability throughout this region varies significantly by season, with most state park campgrounds operating from April through October or early December. Bald Eagle State Forest provides more primitive camping experiences year-round. The area features both drive-in and hike-in access points, though many roads into the more remote camping areas can be challenging for larger vehicles or during inclement weather. Most campgrounds lack reliable cell service, particularly in the valley areas and more remote state forest locations. A review for Poe Valley noted, "No cell service but you won't even miss it," highlighting the area's peaceful disconnected nature.

Water features represent a notable camping highlight across multiple locations in the region. Poe Valley State Park includes a beach area with swimming opportunities, concessions, and boat rentals. Hemlock Acres offers fishing and outdoor recreation within a forested setting, while Penn Roosevelt State Park provides year-round primitive camping with drinking water and toilet facilities. Campers frequently mention the peaceful, secluded experience at these locations. As one visitor to Poe Paddy State Park reported, "The campground was maybe only 1/2 full and the camp sites near us were empty so we had a very quiet and peaceful weekend. The creek and river are perfect for curious little ones to explore." Most camping areas provide fire rings, picnic tables, and access to hiking trails, with varying levels of hookups for RVs depending on the specific campground.

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Best Camping Sites Near Spring Mills, Pennsylvania (159)

    1. Primitive Camping Area — Bald Eagle State Park

    18 Reviews
    Howard, PA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 625-2775

    $16 - $18 / night

    "The site itself was fairly uneven and rocky so we had to always use caution when walking around the site but it added to the rugged experience."

    "The rustic section was located around a large loop with each site ranging in a few feet from the car-friendly loop to about the 50 foot walk where our site was located."

    2. Russell P Letterman Campground — Bald Eagle State Park

    17 Reviews
    Howard, PA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 625-2775

    $22 - $62 / night

    "Easy access to camp ground. The check in process was just to drive to the site and set up which was different but very easy. The sites are private on the sides with some green space to play on."

    "If you are not the camping type you can stay at the Nature Inn and enjoy the beautiful lodge in an amazing location! Definitely tops on our list of state parks in Pennsylvania!"

    3. Bellefonte-State College KOA

    11 Reviews
    Howard, PA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 355-7912

    "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."

    4. Poe Paddy State Park Campground

    7 Reviews
    Coburn, PA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 349-2460

    $16 - $43 / night

    "The campground was maybe only 1/2 full and the camp sites near us were empty so we had a very quiet and peaceful weekend. The creek and river are perfect for curious little ones to explore."

    "We had site 108 and had a site path right to the creek. I wouldn't recommend big campers as most of the spots would be a pain to back into."

    5. Poe Valley State Park Campground

    5 Reviews
    Coburn, PA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 349-2460

    $20 - $57 / night

    "Far enough away from cities that it's nice and quiet"

    "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. The beach was nice, not crowded, soft sand, and warm water."

    6. Reeds Gap State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    Milroy, PA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 667-3622

    $22 / night

    "We got a nice one tucked back in the trees, but a few of them are pretty close to the road - not like it's terribly busy."

    "There is a trail head near the entrance of the park for hikers and a geocache showed up close to the trail on a road on my geocache tracker if you are into that."

    7. Bald Eagle State Forest

    6 Reviews
    Coburn, PA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (570) 922-3344

    "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."

    8. Penn Roosevelt State Park Campground

    5 Reviews
    Boalsburg, PA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 667-1800

    $25 / night

    "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."

    9. Greenwood Furnace State Park Campground

    10 Reviews
    Belleville, PA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 667-1800

    $20 - $29 / night

    "You can also buy firewood at the entrance. Sites have a picnic table + fire ring. There is little to no phone service here and it's not super close to town, so come prepared."

    "Well maintained bathroom and firewood plus ice available at the entrance (this is a great plus for those car/tent camping. extremely close to the rothrock forest mountain biking trails."

    10. Hemlock Acres Camp Ground

    1 Review
    Spring Mills, PA
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 349-5955

    $30 - $135 / night

    "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."

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  • S
    Sep. 3, 2025

    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.

  • Jennifer H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 16, 2025

    Riverside Campground & Riverside Roadhouse

    Great location & proximity to Williamsport

    Came thru for a night and wanted to catch a game at the Little League World Series. Stayed here one night and caught an uber to the museum and game. Got the last site for the night. Did a few loads of laundry, ate a good dinner at the restaurant, kids enjoyed the pool and swam in the river. Big huge park and tons of grassy areas. Really lovely. Nice staff.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 21, 2025

    Ravensburg State Park Campground

    Use lat and long to find peaceful woods by stream

    Nice and shaded! No one there but us in site 6, not even a ranger checked on us. Has modern toilets and shower. Most sites are spacious. They have nice raised tent pads. It’s very humid so many picnic tables have green moss.

    First come first serve but still had to pay transaction fee! which was annoying for our one night stay as if rather the state parks get that.

    Use lat and long coordinates for directions or you will be in the wrong spot.

  • Tiana S.
    Jul. 13, 2025

    STAR LEE FARM

    Great stay

    Place was very pretty and secluded. And customer service was excellent. There's a huge field to start gaze as well as taking pictures, lots of hiking and if you're a bee enthusiast they grow their own honey in the property and you're more than welcome to walk around and look at all the boxes. There's no electricity there but the owner is working on that but there is power in the shower house. Service is a little sketch but it's perfect for those who want to completely escape the business of modern world. Highly recommend

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 7, 2025

    Reeds Gap State Park Campground

    Awesome !

    Stayed here on a Sunday night without a reservation. We were the only ones there. Pay by honor system at the park office. Campground was quiet and lovely. Only 14 sites. Bathroom with hot showers is nearby. One shower stall in each bathroom and the showers had a large dressing area. Water is near the picnic pavilion.

  • Lisa J.
    Jun. 21, 2025

    Paradise Stream Family Campground

    Nice campground, mostly quiet and well kept

    This is our third trip here and supposed to return again in September. One of our favorites!!

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 27, 2024

    Seven Points (PA)

    Beautiful Spot

    I’ve camped here twice, two years ago in a Kodiak tent and this year in my Airstream GT24. Such a lovely spot! It’s spotless, and Raystown Lake is gorgeous.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 20, 2024

    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.

  • James B.
    Sep. 13, 2024

    Penn Avon Campground

    Nice peaceful park located by a tributary to the susquhanna river.

    very nice

Guide to Spring Mills

Camping near Spring Mills, Pennsylvania, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking: There are many trails in the area. Campers at Black Moshannon State Park Campground rave about the "great hiking and a beautiful lake for kayaking." The park features 24 miles of hiking trails, making it perfect for nature lovers.
  • Swimming: If you're looking to cool off, head to Little Buffalo State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "The swimming beach is open from mid-May to mid-September," making it a great spot for summer fun.
  • Fishing and Boating: At Bald Eagle State Park - Russell P Letterman Campground, you can enjoy fishing and boating. One camper noted, "The park is good proximity to Penn State University and Central Pennsylvania," which adds to the appeal of this location.

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the campgrounds. A reviewer at Raymond B. Winter State Park Campground said, "The campground is clean and well kept," highlighting the attention to detail in maintenance.
  • Privacy: Many sites offer a sense of seclusion. A visitor at Bald Eagle State Park - Primitive Campsite mentioned, "Each site had a spot along the road and then their own path back into the woods," making it feel more private and connected to nature.
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often mention the helpfulness of the staff. One reviewer at Buttonwood Campground said, "You can't ask for a nicer group of people working there," which adds to the welcoming atmosphere.

What you should know:

  • Limited Cell Service: Many campgrounds have poor cell reception. A camper at Black Moshannon State Park Campground noted, "Verizon and AT&T cell service were basically non-existent," so be prepared to unplug.
  • No Alcohol Policies: Some campgrounds have strict no-alcohol rules. A visitor at Little Buffalo State Park Campground mentioned, "Rangers are on site a lot and enforce the no alcohol policy," so keep that in mind when planning your trip.
  • Seasonal Availability: Check the campground seasons before you go. For example, Bald Eagle State Park - Russell P Letterman Campground is open from the 2nd Friday in April to mid-December, so plan accordingly.

Tips for camping with families:

  • Playgrounds: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds for kids. Campers at Raymond B. Winter State Park Campground enjoyed the "big playground on it as well as a concession stand," making it a family-friendly spot.
  • Activities for Kids: Choose campgrounds that offer activities. One reviewer at Williamsport South-Nittany Mountain KOA said, "There are many activities available: swimming pool, recreation hall, fishing pond," which keeps the little ones entertained.
  • Cabin Rentals: If tent camping isn't your style, consider renting a cabin. A visitor at Buttonwood Campground mentioned, "The cabin was nice and clean," providing a cozy option for families.

Tips from RVers:

  • Level Sites: Look for campgrounds with level sites. A reviewer at Williamsport South-Nittany Mountain KOA noted, "The sites are reasonably level pull through and back-in gravel sites," which is important for RV stability.
  • Amenities: Check for amenities like electric hookups and dump stations. Campers at Bald Eagle State Park - Russell P Letterman Campground appreciated the "drinking water, electric hookups, and firewood," making their stay more comfortable.
  • Reservations: Make reservations in advance, especially during peak seasons. A visitor at Little Pine State Park Campground mentioned, "We go here every year," indicating its popularity among returning campers.

Camping around Spring Mills, Pennsylvania, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. With beautiful parks and friendly communities, it's a great place to enjoy the outdoors.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular campground near Spring Mills, PA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Spring Mills, PA is Primitive Camping Area — Bald Eagle State Park with a 4.4-star rating from 18 reviews.

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