Black Moshannon State Park Campground
Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Mar. 15, 2023

No cell, no problem!

General: 73-site campground; most have electric hookups, and some are FHU. Pets are only permitted at selected sites. There are also 20 (13 rustic and 6 modern) cabins. Cell service is extremely limited to non-existent (Verizon). 

Site Quality: Pads are gravel and most appeared to be level. Site 70 was at the end of the loop which is why we picked it. A picnic table, fire ring, and lantern hook complete each site. 

Bathhouse: As has been our experience in all PA state parks, the bathhouse was pristine, and the shower (for no additional cost) was clean with plentiful hot water and was very much appreciated. 

Activities/Amenities: Coin-operated laundry. A playground is in the campground and there is an additional one at the swimming beach. The swimming beach is open from mid-May to mid-September, from 8 am– sunset. Electric motorboats are permitted on Moshannon Lake. Boat rentals are available in season. Permits are required. 24 miles of hiking trails, including two trails directly from the campground to the lake. In the summer, there is a camper store/concession stand. Hunting is allowed in season. There are 4.3 miles of mountain biking trails. 

I used to think Oregon State Parks were the best, but Pennsylvania State Parks have them beat by a mile. We have yet to be disappointed by the amenities(especially the clean bathrooms) offered at the half-dozen state parks we have visited so far.

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  • Review photo of Black Moshannon State Park Campground by Lee D., March 15, 2023
  • Review photo of Black Moshannon State Park Campground by Lee D., March 15, 2023
  • Review photo of Black Moshannon State Park Campground by Lee D., March 15, 2023
  • Review photo of Black Moshannon State Park Campground by Lee D., March 15, 2023
  • Review photo of Black Moshannon State Park Campground by Lee D., March 15, 2023
  • Review photo of Black Moshannon State Park Campground by Lee D., March 15, 2023
  • Review photo of Black Moshannon State Park Campground by Lee D., March 15, 2023
  • Review photo of Black Moshannon State Park Campground by Lee D., March 15, 2023
  • Review photo of Black Moshannon State Park Campground by Lee D., March 15, 2023
  • Review photo of Black Moshannon State Park Campground by Lee D., March 15, 2023
  • Review photo of Black Moshannon State Park Campground by Lee D., March 15, 2023
  • Review photo of Black Moshannon State Park Campground by Lee D., March 15, 2023
  • Review photo of Black Moshannon State Park Campground by Lee D., March 15, 2023