## Overview

 Seven Points Recreation area, located in the central region of Raystown Lake, is perfectly situated for outdoor recreation. Within a short walk from every campsite, visitors can find everything from interpretive trails to a visitor center. Plus there\'s easy access to swimming, boating, fishing hiking, and biking. For more detailed maps and information on the Seven Points Recreation area visit our [website.][1]\_\_ 
## Recreation

 Boating is always popular at Raystown, but there\'s more than just boating. Fishing for muskies, small and large mouth bass, brown trout, and many other Pennsylvania species is excellent. Every summer weekend there are education and entertainment programs at the amphitheater. The Greenside Pathway, a recycled rubber tire hiking trail, provides a safe walking route that connects the campgrounds to all of the recreational facilities within Seven Points; and world class mountain biking is available on the Allegrippis Trails and mountain biking skills park near the Visitors Center. Other nearby trails include the Lower Trail (Rails to Trails), the Terrace Mountain Trail, the Old Loggers Trail, and the Mid State Trail. 
## Facilities

 There are six camping loops within Seven Points, with a full service marina available. Each camping loop has a restroom and a playground, and most loops have showers. Campsites are spacious where available and include a picnic table, fire grill, and lantern hanger; most sites offer electric hookups. As a convenient bonus, sites are a mile from groceries, bait, tackle, and gas.
## Natural Features

 Raystown Lake is located within the ridge and valley province of Pennsylvania. The lakeshore is lined with an old oak-hickory forest giving way to mountain ridges and cliffs. The man-made lake is fed by the Raystown Branch tributary of the Juniata River and is the largest lake completely in the state of Pennsylvania. Recreation season temperatures range from the 60s to 90s, with three to four inches of rain per month. The nights are cool and the days are pleasant through spring and fall. 
## Nearby Attractions

 Campers can take day trips to the Lincoln Caverns, Altoona Railroaders Museum, Swigart Antique Car Museum, or other nearby attractions. Visit www.raystown.org for local attractions and activities. The nearby city of Huntingdon, 11 miles north, is a good place for restaurants, shopping, and theaters. 

[1]: https://www.nab.usace.army.mil/Raystown/

Seven Points (PA)

This is our second time at Seven Points campground at Raystown Lake in Heston, PA. We wanted a waterfront site but even trying to reserve the first day we could for this weekend, they were all taken. So we stayed in Senoia loop in site 236 which was spacious, private, and with a nice breeze! It’s close to bathhouse and playground if you want those. There is parking at every bath house. There is trash receptacles at the entrance to the loop as well as firewood or sale. The whole campground has 6 loops, 2 with waterfront sites. Ridge, Meadow, and Valley seem less shaded. I didn’t drive down Bay. Point and Senoia have lots of shaded spots. Only a few weren’t. There’s a marina, amphitheater where there are concerts most weekends, planned activities like yoga and scavenger hunts, a bicycle skills park, extensive bike trails called Allegrippis trails, visitor center, beach area with snack bar, and lots of swimming areas all around the lake. If you have a boat, bring it. There’s trailer parking. Many walking paths throughout but it’s hilly. Cell service is okay. No WiFi. It’s a short drive to a Walmart and gas station and drive just a bit further to Huntingdon for beer, wine, and liquor and a few restaurants. The dam and overlook were about a 20 min drive and worth it for the views! We plan on keeping this place on our short list of repeat camping areas! 

Beautiful beyond belief

With a few loops to choose from you can decide to stay down closer to the lake or just up the hill closer to the Allegrippis Trails. IMBA standard built trails that are open year round and in any weather.

Large public swimming are at the lake below along with fishing and boating on the huge lake.

The mtb trails begin just above the upper camp loops and provide a full day of fast flowing singletrack.

Shower &amp; bathhouses have always been clean and well stocked.

Water availble in the campground loop and actually tasted good enough to use for hydration needs during our rides.

Firewood was availble just a few minutes before entering the campground and was cheap

Modern day simple camping

Ridge camp is the furthest away from the marina and the public swimming area. However it's the closest to the Allegrippis Trail system and from the entrance of the camp loop there is a trail head!

Big spacious sites that make pitching a tent easy with water available just a few sites away no matter where you stay. Nice fire rings and plenty of firewood for sale along route 26 or seven points road. The 40 some sites in the Ridge camp are a mix of shaded and open sites Large trailers can fit most sites

this upper loop is also the quietest of the loops and although there were still plenty of boaters in the camp there were just as many bikers. Raystown is a huge boating destination. During daylight hours you can still hear the boats on the lake.

Dogs are allowed

The bathhouse (one in the loop) was clean with 3 showers. A playground near the sites at the entrance also.

A good choice for a weekend in the water or on the trails. This loop is our favorite of the choices at Raystown.

Up and away from the lake. 

We stayed at the Senoia campground in Seven Points for memorial day this year with our pop up. The lake front sites are beautiful and well maintained, but difficult to book. Bathrooms are decent and clean. This is our go to campsite for a quick weekend not too far from home. 

Memorial Day 2018

The lake is so clean and refreshing and we have such beautiful views from our camp site. We went down to the swim beach and our kiddo made sand castles and swam in the clear water. We can’t wait to come back soon! 

beautiful and kid friendly!

**Campground Review:**

Located in the Raystown Lake Recreation Area is Seven Points. It has 6 different loops to choose from. Two are waterfront and view. Four are wide open sites with space in between. Highlights are the numerous hiking trails, mountain bike trail which is extensive, swimming beach that wasn't crowded on Labor Day weekend, a marina, a restaurant at the marina, a visitors center, and a bicycle "course" for younger people I think. We stayed in Senoia loop in a water view (somewhat) site. It was small for our 22 foot total camper but we fit. It was carved out of the side of the hill with 3 wood walls. Our table and firepit were up several stairs/steps. This is a hilly area so your site is split and the two areas are on different levels. Only the two loops on the water have this. The other four loops are all level spacious sites.  There was electric but no water or sewer hookups. We drove into Huntingdon and found signs to two outlooks which had spectacular views. One was Ridenour Overlook and the other Hawn's Overlook which were accessed from the same parking lot. Ridenour overlooked the Raystown dam which led us to see that we could drive to the top of the dam and have another great view which we did. We saw signs for Hesston Speedway which we want to visit next time we go. It's across from the campground main road entrance. The RLRA has numerous activities one of which was Chris Collins and Boulder Canyon group who performed John Denver songs. They tour nationally and into Canada so not a small town group. They were great! The amphitheater provided plenty of space for the couple hundred attendees. While we could walk Senoia loop even with its steep hills, the whole area was not walkable. One would have trouble walking the entire RLRA. There was a path through much of it but that path didn't seem to go all the way to our loop. There was obviously boat noise at times but you're at the lake. In fact, several sites allowed for boat tie ups right at your site so you could have both your camper / tent and boat at the same site. There is a launch area at the marina also.  The lake swimming area also had a snack bar and bathhouse. We plan on going again next summer and explore more. I will include pics and videos of campsites. Water sites are in Senoia and The Point. The Valley, Meadow, Bay, and Ridge loops are not near the water but there's plenty of parking in day use areas which were not full that weekend. 

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**Product Review:**

As a Ranger for the Dyrt, I get to test products. At this campground I tested the GrubStick. I was excited to try it out as I wanted to cook over an open fire. First off, the kit comes with two handles, 2 baskets, 2 double prong sticks, a hot pat and finger hot pad to use to open the baskets. It is very sturdy and well made. You're getting a well made product! We first tried a Caprese Sandwich. We use the circle basket and handle combo to heat and melt the tomato, mozzarella, and Pesto. Then we put that on a ciabatta roll. I love these sandwiches. It was delicious and quick. I was happy. Later I used the square basket for S'mores. I put the graham cracker, marshmallow, and chocolate together in the basket and held it over our fire. It burnt the graham cracker, melted the chocolate into a mess but tasted good. I think using the long marshmallow stick for them and then putting the smore together would be less messy. The next morning we made breakfast sandwiches of hash brown patties, sausage, and egg whites with cheese. We had to cut some of it smaller to fit into the GrubStick basket. It heated well and was delicious but we could've done the same in our microwave in the RV or in foil over the fire. My husband said he felt it was a fun tool but if pressed for space or weight on a backpacking trip, he wouldn't take it. I think kids would have fun with it. I recommend it for a meal or snack but probably not for every meal. Though I admit clean up wasn't that bad. If considering it, go for it! You'll have fun with it.

Ranger Review: The GrubStick at Seven Points campground

Seven Points campground is encompassed by multiple locations in the Seven points area. Senoia campground is a beautiful campground with waterfront and wooded camping areas for tents and rv/pull behind.

Sections

We looked at this campground in early August, but I wasn’t too sure about the elevation.  I booked our site #6 in Ridge Camp.  From the time we arrived and filled up the fresh water tank at the ultra-cool 4 lane dump station, I knew we were in for a great weekend.  The signage was very well marked and the fresh water spigot was more like a little tank, super-solid, clean and modern. We pulled into Ridge Camp (RCAM on Recreation.gov) and drove a little bit down a hill to our site.  One backup attempt into the site and (according to our LevelMatePRO app) it was perfectly level...that was definitely a first for us.  We set our chocks and started our setup. The picnic table had a new seat on one side and was in great shape.  Our pad was limestone and very flat and level, so setting out our rugs was easy and comfortable underneath our feet.  The campfire ring was in great shape with a fully functioning adjustable grill plate....we even had a lantern pole.  Looking at some of our neighbor’s sites, depending on where the camper site was located, some had their picnic table and fire ring either above or below them.  Definitely worth looking at the pictures.  Our site in Ridge, along with most others from #6-24 were very well shaded.  One thing to note is Ridge is on an incline with a loop at the end.  Perfect for turning around to head out.  With the slope, however be aware of the kids and adults riding around on bicycles and skateboards.  With the many bike trails in Seven Points, there were a lot of adult mountain bike riders.  

We took a drive around through the other six campgrounds and decided Point was our favorite, but obviously crowded because it is right on the lake.  Senoia camp was (our) tied with Ridge, but only the lower portion.  Once you go up the hill to sites above #231, it gets very steep and far away from the water.  Probably not too safe for kids on bikes, although the only playground appeared to be at the top of the hill..again, probably too steep for kids.  We drove through Meadow Camp (MCAM) but it was too open for us with not many trees for shade.  Bay camp (BCAM) was a bit nicer than Meadow with ample trees, but it wasn’t close to anything except for one portion that had access to the lake/bay below.  Finally, Valley Camp (VCAM) was a single in/out with a loop around the playground, but the sites appeared too small for our 28’ TT.  

We liked this campground so much that I tried booking (and cancelling our reservation at Red Bridge in Kane, PA) for our last seasonal weekend in October, but there was nothing in Ridge or Point.  Later that day, I received an email from Reservation.gov that our Oct 23 booking at Red Bridge was going to be refunded because Red Bridge was under construction.  I quickly opened the reservation.gov website and a site across and up the hill a few sites from where we stayed was suddenly available, so I booked it.  Another item worth noting is Ridge has a laundromat at only 25¢/load.  Also, the restroom at Ridge has 4 shower stalls which were very clean with hot water at a great water pressure.  On our way out, we visited the dump station again and got in one of the 4 lanes with no wait. The dump station, as noted above had wide lanes and made the experience an easy and clean one.  We can’t wait to go back to Ridge again next month.  I took pictures of our site #6 plus several other sites in Seven Points.  Each site is sequentially numbered, depending on which of the seven campgrounds - reference the map for the actual locations.  

Pleasant Surprise

Senoia campground is one of the best campgrounds we’ve ever stayed at. Quiet and peaceful in early October. Waterfront sites are within 20 feet of the shore. Sites are fairly close to level. Will definitely return. No water hookups at the sites, but water is nearby.

Beautiful and Quiet

Well maintained, clean. Nice playground area for children, and the beach area for swimming is fantastic. They have concessions at the beach area and full showers available. It’s one of our favorite campgrounds we hit every single year!

Great canpground!

Lots of options, we chose site 222 in the Senoia loop. Beautiful campground right on the lake. Clean facilities, water was a great swimming temp. The waterfront sites are cool, ours wasn’t waterfront, but it was very flat. A lot of sites have a different level to park and then stairs to get to the fire ring, table, and tent pad. 

Huge campground, beautiful scenery 

I Luke's this campground a lot.  the sites are very large and well maintained.   there are large gravel spaces bordered with wood.  two large picknick tables at each site.   site had electric and water nearby.  plenty of room to back in.   

I was there in April so the park was pretty empty and no traffic on the lake.  everything was well maintained and beautiful.

spacious sites

I have been going here since I was a child.  Every year I took my kids here for camping and boating.  Very clean facilities and friendly people.  Nothing like waking up to a view on the water!

Camping on the water

Wonderful place to camp and great lake for the boat.  Boat rentals are available at the Marina, highly recommend making reservation ahead of time.  They have platoon and fishinf boats. Camp sites are nice for RVs.. 
Make sure to check out Lincoln Caverns!

Pros; great lake, lots to do there, sites are level and many power sites available.  Facilities are maintained and stocked.  

Cons; none

Great Campground 

This campground is located on the east side of Pennsylvania and offers a beautiful view of Lake Raystown. The campground has over 200 sites to choose from, and many of them are right on the water. There are also plenty of activities to keep you busy, including swimming, fishing, kayaking, and canoeing and my favorite thing to do Mt Biking. Raystown lake is also a really nice boating lake. The lake is a natural beauty with so many coves and inlets for the biggest of boats to enjoy. They do have a camping resort on the other side of the lake which makes it nice for anyone looking for rustic cabins or cabin rentals. 

 There are 50 miles of single track mountain biking at this campground. They are some of the best flow trails on the East coast and are the# 1 trail system in Pennsylvania. This is a family friendly campground and has so much to offer. There are volleyball nets, playgrounds, kayak and paddleboard rentals. The kids took a kayak over to an island and spent the afternoon cliff jumping with a 10 ft and 25 ft cliff to launch off of. The sites here are some of the nicest we have ever seen. They are all big and private with stunning views of Raystown Lake. There are steps down from your camper to a pad with a fire pit and area for a tent. You are literally 10 feet away from the water as you enjoy a sunset while sitting around the fire. The lake is a great place to kayak, paddleboard, or just relax and enjoy the view. We love coming here and spending our weekends on the lake. All tent sites are equipped with picnic tables and most sites are electric. looking for other epic reviews check out the top ten campgrounds in PA https://www.longdaycampingco.com/post/10-best-campsites-in-pennsylvania-gorgeous-sites-to-enjoy-the-outdoors

Top 5 Campground in PA 

Love staying at Seven Points CG.  This Corps part got a spruce up in 2022.  The roads on the point loop were upgraded.

Tough to get waterfront spot during main season, but fall is beautiful here.

Chipmunks are fun to watch.  Point loop is my favorite. Sites 128, 126 126a, 154 are perfect.  Easy access to the lake from your site.  Bath house is up at the top of the hill.  Be prepared for that walk.  

Get water at the dump station on the way in!!! Easier than trying to attach to the spigots on the loop.

Trough State Park nearby is a great place to hike!!