Camping options near Woodbury, Pennsylvania span across the southern ridge of the Allegheny Mountains, with elevations ranging from 1,200 to 1,800 feet. The region experiences four distinct seasons with summer highs typically reaching 85°F and winter lows dropping to 20°F. Most campgrounds in the area are situated within 30 miles of Raystown Lake, Pennsylvania's largest lake entirely within state borders.
What to do
Fishing at stocked ponds: At Pioneer Lakes RV Park, campers can fish in well-maintained ponds. "Been going to pioneer park since I was like 3. Extremely family friendly, lots to do for kiddos on weekend, stocked ponds, bathhouses very close to all sites," notes Catelyn T.
Water sports on Raystown Lake: Honey Bear Campground provides access to Raystown Lake for paddling and other water activities. Elizabeth K. mentions, "Can paddle and hike year round and camp in the spring, summer and fall. Amazing camp sites and several have beautiful lookouts over the lake."
Mini golf and recreational activities: Friendship Village Campground & RV Park offers a range of activities beyond just camping. As Heidi K. states, "This campground is very clean and family friendly. they have mini golf, fishing, and special events on weekends."
What campers like
Clean, well-maintained facilities: Campers frequently mention the cleanliness of Lake Raystown Resort. Pharon M. notes it has "Easy access and very clean. Beautiful lakeside sites," while Dawn N. calls it "one of the nicest parks we have camped at!"
Helpful staff and service: Many reviewers appreciate the personalized attention at campgrounds in the area. At Raystown Lake / Saxton KOA at Four Seasons, Rod S. comments, "Great campground, Great people, super clean, the staff goes out of their way to ensure that you feel welcome!"
Peaceful setting: Despite its popularity, the area maintains a relaxed atmosphere. Keshini C. describes Lake Raystown Resort as "clean, friendly, quiet!! boating on the weekend. nice restaurant."
What you should know
Site leveling challenges: Many campgrounds in the Woodbury area feature hillside terrain. At Nature's Getaway RV Park, Paul B. notes, "The site wasn't so level, but we made it work."
Seasonal activities and facilities: Most campgrounds operate from April through October with limited winter accessibility. "The campground just opened for the season 2 weeks ago. Our site is not level but Terri had made ramps so that the front end would come up," reports Tricia C. at Honey Bear Campground.
Weekend popularity: Timber Run Campground (formerly Four Seasons) experiences high occupancy during summer weekends. "We stayed during Bigfoot weekend. It was super fun as our family likes bigfoot fun," explains Paul B., noting the various scheduled activities that draw crowds.
Tips for camping with families
Look for activity-focused weekends: Family-oriented events run throughout the camping season. At Timber Run Campground, Paul B. mentions, "On Saturday was rock painting and then bingo and ended the night with a DJ dance party."
Consider midweek stays for quieter experience: Weekday camping offers a more relaxed atmosphere. "After the weekend though, all the activity slows down. There are seasonal campers that stay around, and they're constantly working on improving and fixing up sites during the week. Expect lots of quiet time just relaxing," notes a reviewer at Timber Run.
Find campgrounds with dedicated recreation areas: Some parks offer multiple playgrounds and recreation options. At Friendship Village, Steve K. reports, "There is 3 play grounds all different and all well kept."
Tips from RVers
Check road conditions in advance: Road quality varies significantly between campgrounds. Aaron S. warns about Friendship Village: "This campground is located by 2 major highways and truck traffic and Jake brake are constant all night long. The road noise made it hard to hear when we were sitting around the fire."
Consider site location for utility access: At Timber Run Campground, the layout affects service quality. "Site 22 is a deluxe patio back in site with a patio, 4 nice Adirondack chairs, a double glider, a weber propane grill and built in fire pit AND a dog fence just for that site," describes one camper, highlighting the premium features available at select sites.
Reserve early for premium RV spots: The best RV camping near Woodbury, Pennsylvania requires advance planning. Christopher R. advises, "For big rig campers, you need to stay at the upper portion of the campground at sites 200-500. In my opinion, the best sites to stay at if you have kids are sites 145–171 as those are right beside the jumping pillow, playground and gaga ball pit."
