Creek access draws many campers to Poe Paddy State Park Campground, where Penn's Creek flows directly alongside the camping area. The 25-site campground sits within Bald Eagle State Forest, offering tent camping and RV sites with a 25-foot length limit. Only two sites provide electric hookups, while water and sewer connections are also available for RVs.
The campground operates as a fairly primitive facility with vault toilets, water pumps, and an emergency phone but no on-site staff or camp store. Cell service is nonexistent throughout the area. Joanna H. notes the experience is "highly site dependent" with several distinct camping areas. Dogs are restricted to the RV loop, which features intense gravel surfaces that require good sleeping pads for tent campers.
Creek activities dominate the recreation options, with tubing, wading, and fishing all popular when water conditions allow. A short walk leads to a historic tunnel, while the surrounding state forest provides extensive hiking opportunities. The nearby Poe Valley State Park Campground offers additional amenities including showers, a camp store, and lake access just 2.7 miles west.
Sites closest to the creek fill quickly during peak season, and the campground typically runs at half capacity according to visitor reports. Firewood is available from a vendor just past Poe Valley, while gas stations require a 20-30 minute drive from the campground.
Description
Poe Paddy State Park is at the confluence of Big Poe Creek and Penns Creek, a trout angler's paradise featuring the nationally recognized green drake mayfly hatch in June. Hikers enjoy the Mid State Trail. Poe Valley State Park is nearby.
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.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsPoe Paddy State Park Campground is located in Pennsylvania near Coburn
Directions
From US 322, near the top of Seven Mountains, follow signs for Poe Valley State Park. On Big Poe Road, continue past Poe Valley State Park for three miles to Poe Paddy State Park. Stay straight; do not travel up Pine Swamp Hollow Road. From Millheim, go west on PA 45 for 1.5 miles, then follow signs south for 12 miles to the park. On Big Poe Road, continue past Poe Valley State Park for three miles to Poe Paddy State Park. Stay straight; do not travel up Pine Swamp Hollow Road. No paved roads lead to the park. Access to Poe Paddy during the winter months may be limited. Winter maintenance is not performed on park roads or state forest roads that access Poe Paddy. Caution must be used when traveling to Poe Paddy during the winter season. Poe Paddy State Park GPS Coordinates: 40.83379, -77.4176 Poe Paddy State Park is located 3 miles from Poe Valley State Park. For GPS devices, the address for Poe Valley State Park is: 136 Poe Valley Park Circle; Coburn, PA 16832. Visitors traveling from Routes 45 and 322 will pass by Poe Valley on the way to Poe Paddy State Park. DO NOT follow the C/O address for Reeds Gap State Park located in Milroy, PA
Address
C/O REEDS GAP STATE PARK
Milroy, PA 17063
Coordinates
40.83300052 N
77.41900074 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 56 min from State College, PA
- 1 hr 32 min from Altoona, PA
- 1 hr 37 min from Harrisburg, PA
- 1 hr 37 min from Williamsport, PA
