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Tompkins

Tompkins Campground, near Tioga, Pennsylvania, is a solid choice for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors with a few comforts. This spot is managed by the Army Corps of Engineers and sits right by Cowanesque Lake, offering stunning views and plenty of space to spread out.

The campground features paved sites that are level and spacious, making it easy to set up your tent, RV, or even a cabin. Visitors rave about the cleanliness and upkeep, with one camper noting, “It is always clean.” You can also enjoy a beach for swimming and a marina for boating, which adds a nice touch to your stay.

For those who love hiking, the area around Tompkins is pretty scenic, with rolling hills and trails nearby. Campers have enjoyed exploring the Pine Creek Rail Trail, which is about an hour away and offers breathtaking views of the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. Just keep in mind that there are no showers on-site, but you’ll find toilets and drinking water available.

If you’re bringing your furry friend along, pets are welcome here, so you can enjoy the outdoors together. With a friendly atmosphere and a variety of activities, Tompkins Campground is a great spot for families and friends looking to unwind and connect with nature.

Description

US Army Corps of Engineers

Cowanesque Lake

Overview

Tompkins Campground is on the north shore of Cowanesque Lake in the northern tier of Pennsylvania, less than one mile from the New York state border. Surrounded by lush forested ridges, the lake offers recreation for the entire family, including picnicking, swimming, boating, fishing, hiking, hunting and wildlife watching. The campground is a great place for kids of any age.

Recreation

Cowanesque Lake offers a variety of outdoor activities. With a boat ramp and overnight mooring, campers can easily spend time on the water. There are a variety of indigenous fish that inhabit the area's streams and lakes, and fishing tournaments are held frequently. The North and South Tailrace areas provide access for fishing downstream of Cowanesque Dam. The fields and forests around the lakes are popular destinations for both local and out-of-state hunters looking for large and small game species native to the eastern hardwood forests. The 4 mile Moccasin Trail within the facility leads hikers on a trek through reclaimed farm fields and wood lots inhabited by a variety of watchable wildlife.

Natural Features

The partially forested campground sits in the pristine setting of the Endless Mountains region of Pennsylvania, along the Allegheny Plateau in the Appalachian Mountains. The surrounding land paints a scenic picture of rolling mountains and open fields.

Charges & Cancellations

Reservations to include any reservation changes, such as cancel, refund requests, site transfer, or date changes cannot be made at facility location.

Fee Info

All reservations must be made on www.recreation.gov or by calling (877) 444-6777 prior to arrival Shelter Weekdays-$40.00 (Reservations can be made as well as first come first served) Shelter Nonelectric Weekends $75.00 Shelter Electric Weekends $100.00 Boat mooring slips are first-come-first-served for campers only.

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Location

Tompkins is located in Pennsylvania

Detail location of campground

Directions

Take U.S. Highway 15 to the Lawrenceville/Route 49 exit. Go one mile east on Route 49 to Lawrenceville. At the traffic light turn left onto State Route 287. Cross the Cowanesque River Bridge at the edge of town and make an immediate left turn onto Bliss Road. Continue 5 miles to the campground entrance.

Address

MAILING: 710 IVES RUN LANE
Tioga, PA 16946-9733

Coordinates

41.9808333 N
77.1894444 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Unknown
  • Verizon
    Poor
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group
  • Cabins
  • Tent Cabin
  • Yurts
  • Equestrian

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • Trash
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • WiFi
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • 50 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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4 Reviews

Reviewed Jul. 9, 2018

Always a favorite

We love this campground. We come every year. It is run by Army Corp of Engineers because it is on a lake with a dam. Spots are level and paved. It is always clean. There is a beach for swimming, marina for boating and the sites are huge and grassy.

SiteCove 76
Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Jun. 16, 2018

quite campground

I have been camping at this campground for years,but I would say it not as kept up as it us to be. it still a nice campground but it’s nothing like it’s sister campground Ives run.

Reviewed Sep. 29, 2016

Very Nice CG!

Just off US 15 at the New York border. All roads and parking pads are paved. The sites are closer together than most other COE parks where we’ve stayed. We stayed in the Bench Loop which is very busy since it is waterfront. Our first week, we were on site 54 (W/E 50A) and waterfront. Our second week, we stayed on site 44 (FHU 50A) right across from the seldom used playground. Quite wooded here but we managed to get satellite TV. No Verizon phone service and very slow internet with a booster. This area is pretty with rolling hills all around so we enjoyed a couple of scenic drives. About an hour away is the Pine Creek Rail Trail in the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon.

  • Review photo of Tompkins by Bran P., September 29, 2016
  • Review photo of Tompkins by Bran P., September 29, 2016
  • Review photo of Tompkins by Bran P., September 29, 2016
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Tompkins have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Tompkins has 50 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Tompkins?

    Tompkins allows vehicles up to 68 feet.

  • Does Tompkins have wifi?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Tompkins does have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Tompkins?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is poor, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is unknown.

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at Tompkins?

    Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Tompkins. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Tompkins, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

  • Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Tompkins?

    There are 122 campsites at Tompkins and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts