Established Camping
Hills Creek State Park Campground
Hills Creek State Park Campground, near Wellsboro, Pennsylvania, is a fantastic spot for families and nature lovers alike. With spacious sites and a clean, well-kept environment, it’s perfect for those looking to unwind and enjoy the great outdoors.
The campground boasts amenities like drinking water, electric hookups, and clean restrooms with showers, making your stay comfortable. Campers rave about the beautiful surroundings, with wildlife sightings and access to hiking trails that lead to stunning views, including the nearby Pennsylvania Grand Canyon.
For those who enjoy water activities, the lake is just a stone's throw away, offering opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and simply soaking up the sun. As one visitor put it, “If you like nature, this is a great place.” While it can get a bit crowded at times, the overall vibe is friendly and welcoming, making it a great choice for a memorable camping experience.
Description
Bureau of State Parks
Hills Creek State Park
Located in scenic Tioga County, the 407-acre Hills Creek State Park offers picnicking and hiking on five miles of trails. Hills Creek State Park is a short 20 minute drive from the PA Grand Canyon. The 137-acre Hills Creek Lake abounds in wildlife such Osprey, Bald Eagles, many waterfowl, and is a great warm water fishery. Hills Creek Lake provides opportunities for fishing, swimming, and boating. There are over 85 campsites, which includes multiple electric sites, cottages, and yurts. Our ten modern cabins are open year round. Winter activities include ice skating, ice fishing, sledding, and cross-country skiing.
Permit Conditions: 1. No more than one family unit or five unrelated persons per campsite. Other facilities are limited to the maximum occupancy for the facility (i.e. beds in cabins) for non-family guests. Note: Family Unit-Persons living under one household. 2. Occupant shall include at least one person 18 years of age or older. 3. Noise or conduct which could interfere with the sleep of other persons is prohibited between 9 p.m. and 8 a.m. 4. Before vacating the facility/site, occupants shall clean and properly dispose of waste. 5. Visitors are permitted only between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m. 6. This permit may not be assigned or transferred. 7. Alcoholic Beverages are prohibited. 8. Failure to abide by Pennsylvania State Park Rules and Regulations. 9. For cabins,/yurts/camping cottages removal of tables, beds or other furnishings from the facility are prohibited. 10. For cabins/yurts/camping cottages, tents, camping trailers and recreation vehicles are not permitted in the area. 11. Pets are only permitted in designated areas. Overnight guest with pets must reserve designated facilities. Violations: Violations of park rules and regulations or violations of a condition of this permit could result in any or all of the following consequences: 1. The permit may be revoked. This would mean that the occupants would be required to vacate the facility immediately. 2. The occupants may be required to leave the park. 3. The occupants may be cited for violations of park rules and regulations, a summary offense. 4. The occupants are responsible for any loss or damages to furnishings, fixtures, equipment, or facilities that occur during or due to their occupancy.
BETWEEN TIOGA AND WELLSBORO
Pets are not allowed in the sandy beach area or swimming area.
Pets are allowed in the day use area.
Pets are allowed on all sites in Campground Loops A and D and in Cabins 1, 2, and 3, but are not allowed in any other overnight areas.
Location
Hills Creek State Park Campground is located in Pennsylvania
Directions
Hills Creek State Park, in northcentral Tioga County, is just north of US 6 and midway between Wellsboro and Mansfield. The park is also reached from PA 287 between the towns of Tioga and Wellsboro.
Address
111 Spillway Road
Wellsboro, PA 16901
Coordinates
41.8130848 N
77.19631781 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
- Yurts
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 53 min from Williamsport
- 54 min from Elmira
- 1 hr 24 min from Ithaca
- 1 hr 40 min from Binghamton