Camping near Raystown Lake

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Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Raystown Lake adventure.

Fishing, paddling, and lakeside camping are on the menu at Pennsylvania’s largest lake.

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Public campgrounds in the park

Stay at a public campground in Raystown Lake

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Susquehannock Campground

61 sites · RVs, Tents In Raystown Lake

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Seven Points Campground

255 sites · RVs, Tents In Raystown Lake

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Nancy's Boat to Shore Campground

1 site In Raystown Lake

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Branch Camp

27 sites · RVs, Tents In Raystown Lake

Top-rated campgrounds near Raystown Lake

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Bald Eagle Campsite

33 sites · RVs, Tents11 acres · Tyrone, PA

Originally opened as a family campground owned and operated by Denis and Kay Snyder in 1964. Bald Eagle Campsite has been owned and operated by the Snyder family to this day! Come join us in the beautiful forested landscape of Central Pennsylvania. Located a mere 20 miles south of Penn State University, we are surrounded by the many amenities Central PA has to offer. We are welcoming to LGBTQ+ campers as well as all ethnicities. Pitch a tent on a quiet site and drop a line into one of our two trout streams crossing the campground. Hang a hammock between two towering poplar trees surrounded by flowering rhododendron. Or pull up in your camper and relax before and after a Penn State Football game under the blue and white sky. We have small, secluded sites to get away from it all, as well as conjoined sites to accommodate larger groups. On property we have bathrooms, hot showers, and a recreation hall with free ping pong, board games, and billiards. For a fee, we also have firewood, electricity, and a large event tent for rent. Campers must be less than 25 feet. Generators are not allowed. Music should not reach outside your own site after 9pm. There are no water hookups. Vehicle noise is audible from route 350, especially on Friday afternoons. Noise is diminished at sites further back from route 350. Our sites are wheelchair accessible, but the bathrooms and showers do have one step up into them. Walk to Snappy's 24-hour convenience store to use their free Wi-Fi, buy bags of ice, or to pickup snacks and a sub in the attached Snappy's Grille. An ice cream stand and restaurant are within walking distance. We require a minimum two nights stay for the recognized holiday weekends for Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day.

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Grouseland Hospitality

6 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents80 acres · Clearville, PA

Grouseland's Private Campsites are located on top of our ridge offering a unique scenic overlook and a near virgin sky perfect for stargazing. We have 4 sites ready for you here at Grouseland! Please read their descriptions and book the one best for you! We encourage guests to bring dogs, however dogs must be kept on leads when on site or on leashes when on walks. There are no exceptions to this rule to ensure the safety of all of our guests. All sites include an allotted amount of free firewood, miles of hiking trails, and use of communal facilities including a hot shower and flush toilet. Tall Oaks Campsite: A small private site and is our only rustic style site, so no water or electricity, designed maximum 6 people with parking for 3 cars on site and space for 4 average size tents. This site has a picnic table, portable toilet, scenic overlook, hammock, fireplace, a bench and charcoal grill. Twisted Oak Campsite: A medium-sized luxury private site includes potable water and electricity on site, designed for maximum 8 guests with parking for 4 cars on site and has space for several tents. This site has a picnic table, portable toilet, scenic overlook, hammock, fireplace, benches, charcoal grill, and on-site string lights. Red Maple Campsite: A large luxury private site that includes potable water and electricity on site, designed for a maximum 10 guests with on-site parking space that is 90ft long and 20ft wide, for an RV or 6-8 cars and overflow parking for several more cars. It is designed to be backed into with an RV and then pulled out of. This site can handle several tents and has two picnic tables, two portable toilets, a scenic overlook, hammock, fireplace, benches, a charcoal grill, and on-site string lights. Aspen RV Campsite: A medium private luxury drive through site great for RVs, rooftop tents, pop ups or camper vans. This site includes potable water and electricity on site, designed with water and electric hookups for a single camping vehicle, maximum 6 people. This site is a drive through site, so guests don’t have to back in or out. This site also has a picnic table, portable toilet, scenic overlook, hammock, fireplace, charcoal grill, and a bench.

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Paradise By The Pond

1 site · RV, Tent200 acres · Martinsburg, PA

Learn more about this land: A large 2 acre pond you are free to fish in. A small row boat with life vests is provided. We recently added two kayaks! Large mouth bass and sunfish/bluegills mostly. Down a lane about 1/3 mile, large field, by the woods. No hookups, No electricity, No neighbors very private! Large field for pets to romp. We are very flexible on check-in and check-out times. 30 Minutes to Raystown.

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Skiles Rolling Acres Estate

15 sites · RVs, Tents42 acres · Newville, PA

42 acres of rolling hills and pastures is the home of Skittle Skilz Camp, T&T Pavilion, Sky Walker Lake, Delilah Gardens, Lucille & Company Play Yard, the Grayson Gazebo and the Sutton Stables. We raise black angus, have a friendly resident horse Nadia, mini Peanut, goats Jethro and Ellie Mae. We have room to pasture your horses while you rest. Park your camper, pitch your tent and enjoy the beauty …

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Locust Post Brewery Camp

3 sites · RVs, Tents26 acres · Little Orleans, MD

We have about 3 acres available to set up your, tent, camper van or small pop-up camper, there are many more acres to explore. Beautiful mountain views, close to Green Ridge Forest. We also have a brewery with craft beer brewed on site, Maryland wines and Western Maryland Lemonade. We have a small kitchen with pizza, soft pretzels and beer cheese and the like.

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Estes Place

3 sites · RVs, Tents45 acres · Hancock, MD

Nestled within 45 acres of wooded hills and valleys, Estes Place offers a tranquil retreat just 5 miles from the Town of Hancock. Situated near the scenic C&O Rail Trail, ideal for paved walking, running, and biking, our location also boasts proximity to popular eateries such as IHOP, Burger King, Pizza Hut, and a variety of local dining options. With capacity for over a dozen tent sites, each offering unique accessibility, seclusion, and amenities, Estes Place caters to a range of camping preferences. Our two main sites feature fire rings for campfires (weather permitting), along with a porta-potty for convenience. Site one is accessible to small campers and pop-up trailers, while sites 3 and beyond are accessible by walking, backpacking, ATV, or very small compact 4WD vehicles. Explore approximately 2 miles of moderate to intense loop hiking trails and gravel roads, meandering past half a dozen year-round streams and foot-long waterfalls teeming with salamanders, frogs, and crayfish. Experience the vibrant wildlife that inhabits our surroundings, from daily sightings of deer and squirrels to nightly visits from barred owls and bats. Keep an eye out for occasional appearances by turkey, sapsuckers, woodpeckers, porcupines, raccoons, foxes, and coyotes, with the possibility of encountering a black bear annually and even a rare sighting of a mountain lion. During March through June, lucky visitors may stumble upon up to 8-inch black morel mushrooms, while certain years bring the elusive cicada and their deafening buzz. Summer nights are illuminated by enchanting displays of lightning bugs (fireflies) amidst the warmer temperatures.

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Wilbur's Shed

1 site · RV, Tent60 acres · Blairs Mills, PA

Let your children and dogs roam free without a leash. This property is remote and private. There are no neighbors nearby. This location is; twenty minutes north of I-76 Turnpike Willow Hill Exit forty-five minutes from Raystown Lake one hour and thirty minutes north of Gettysburg one hour and thirty minutes south of PSU three hours east of Pittsburgh three hours west of Philadelphia five hours west of NYC There is some cell service, but it is limited. Can you hear me now? Be sure to save site information on your phone before you leave, in case you lose cell-service. This is not Alaska, but it is not a KOA campground, either. We recommend you print of bring a paper map. Your GPS will not bring you to the exact driveway location. You need to be personally observant. This is the top of a mountain ridge. The access lane is steep, rocky, and has water erosion ditches you must drive over. Do not attempt this if you have a low profile car or a new/fragile camper. 4WD/AWD is highly recommended. Low profile and fancy cars are not recommended. This is not Alaska, but it is not a paved KOA campground, either. This camping site is for those who want to live ruggedly like Lewis Clark. It is NOT for those who like their campground to be like The Villages of Florida where everything is flat, paved over, and you drive golf carts. This location is in a mix of farmland and mountain Appalachia. You will see common species such as chipmunks, squirrels turkey and deer. Many bird species. There are also porcupines, skunks, and black snakes around. You may also see black bear - it is rare, but possible. You are visiting wildlife species in their natural habitat. Please be self-aware of your own level comfort with wildlife. Once again, this is not an RVs park where you will socialize with a hundred other campers. This is primitive and isolated. This is an ideal camping spot if you want to escape from people. Nearby is the Tuscarora Creek which is excellent for trout fishing. The Tuscarora has a small but lovely window for kayaking from mid-March through the end of May. Please contact the host if you would like help to plan some paddle logistics.

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Seven Mountains Campground

51 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents10 acres · Spring Mills, PA

Located in the breathtaking Spring Mills Pennsylvania, Seven Mountains provides an unforgettable experience for anyone who visits. Our family-friendly facility will help you to feel at home while providing unforgettable memories. AMENITIES Seven Mountains Campgrounds is the perfect place to get away and enjoy the great outdoors with amenities like: Free Wifi Year Round Availability Picnic tables and fire rings at every Cabin, Tent, and RV Site The tent site is available with electricit upon request. (Bring your own extension cord) The tent area is pet-friendly. All RV sites will have Water and Electric. We have a dump station and trash disposal included in the stay. We also have a dump service that is available for a fee of $25. Pet Friendly (All pets are allowed on any RV site)

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The Bellefonte Campground

11 sites · Lodging40 acres · Bellefonte, PA

Bellefonte Campground is situated on close to 40 acres in the heart of central Pennslyvania, just minutes from State College and near some of the best fishing spots in Pennsylvania, including Fisherman's Paradise on Spring Creek. At Bellefonte Campground, you'll have plenty of space to enjoy! Our expansive campground offers lots of wide-open Pennsylvania acreage for you to explore. Each site features a picnic table and fire ring, providing the perfect setting for family gatherings. And don't forget: We are a pet-friendly campground. Bellefonte Campground is your gateway to a host of exciting local attractions. Experience the thrill of a Penn State football game: Beaver Stadium is about 15 minutes away. Looking for something a little more relaxing? Nearby Spring Creek offers excellent fly fishing opportunities. Or head out to Bald Eagle State Park, where you'll find an abundance of scenic trails and fascinating wildlife. With such an array of activities, your stay at Bellefonte Campground promises to be a truly unforgettable one.

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Shelly's Woods

1 site · RV, Tent2 acres · Mercersburg, PA

The property includes a 34X24 pavilion, a swing set, a fire pit, a portapotty, a porch swing, picnic tables, etc. It is located directly on the West Branch of the Conococheague Creek. You can enjoy kayaking, fishing, being right on the creek, and peace and quiet. There is also a mowed section along the creek that allows you easy access to the water with a small rock-style beach. The land is pretty much all flat and you can pitch a tent/s anywhere. There is plenty of room to park a camper/rv in multiple locations. This property is the perfect place to get away but close enough to town to enjoy local restaurants/amenities. It is only 1 mile away from Historic Downtown Mercersburg, which has bars, restaurants and stores to buy anything you may need. *Please No Fireworks*

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4722 Retreat

1 site · RV5 acres · Petersburg, PA

This is a single hookup campsite for any size RV or pull-type campers up to 35 feet long. It has full hookups: water, 15 or 50 amp electric and sewer. Every stay comes with one complimentary wheel barrow full of firewood. There is one nature trail (more to come!) Enjoy the privacy of a campsite where you’re the only camper! The owners of the property live nearby and are available if there are any problems.

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EZ Getaway

4 sites · RVs, Tents8 acres · Breezewood, PA

Learn more about this land: Area is easy to access. Close to state game lands. Plenty wildlife, birds and privacy. Wild flowers and starting to grow. Enjoy the campfire and smells of sweet nature. Also close to the proving grounds 4 wheeler, motor cycle, swimming park. Horses also welcome. We have 1 rv parking for self contained units and 1 tent areas. We will be adding amenities throughout this season. Welcome box at each site upon arrival. Porta pot in central location. Tent site has mat area. New update April 24 will be shower and new updated rv toilet.

The best camping near Raystown Lake guide

Overview

About

The 8,300-acre Raystown Lake is the largest lake within Pennsylvania’s borders, fringed by lush oak-hickory forests and sandy swimming beaches. With 12 public access areas, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the lake, whether camping at a lakeside campsite, launching your boat from a marina, or taking to the water to swim, kayak, or even scuba dive. Fishing is big business at Raystown Lake, so bring your fishing gear and hook a striper, trout, bass, or walleye to cook up over the campfire. Need a break from the lake? Escape to the woodlands to explore miles of hiking and mountain biking trails.

Notable campgrounds

Best for boaters: Nancy's Boat to Shore Campground has secluded tent sites by a swimming beach, reachable only by boat.
Best for RVs: Seven Points Campground has six camping loops and spacious sites with electric hookups, picnic tables, and fire grills.
Best for lake views: Susquehannock Campground has more than 60 tent-only and RV sites, with vault toilets, drinking water, and easy access to the lake.

Tips for snagging a campsite

You can reserve the park’s campsites in advance via the Recreation.gov website.
Campsite reservations open six months in advance, and same-day bookings are possible.
Weekend bookings require a minimum 2-night booking; holiday weekends require a minimum 3-night booking.
Campsites can book up fast on summer and holiday weekends, so reserve your site as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

When to go

Lake lovers flock to Raystown Lake from April through October, which is the best time for fishing, boating, and outdoor activities. Come in July and August to cool off at the lakeside beaches and enjoy water sports, or in fall to admire the fall foliage around the lakeside. Some marinas and services close down in the low season but don’t write off a winter visit—several campgrounds stay open year-round.

Know before you go

Raystown Lake is in Huntingdon County, 14 miles south of Huntingdon or about a 20-minute drive away.
Facilities at Raystown Lake include a visitor center, several boat launches, picnic areas, and restrooms. Grocery stores, bait shops, and gas stations can be found in the nearby villages, but Huntingdon has the best selection of shops and restaurants.
There are accessible campsites, restrooms, and picnic areas at Raystown Lake.

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15 ratings · 5 reviews

April 2023

Seven Points Campground

Not much fun for tent camping. The RV folks are loud late at night and so are their RVs. They leave their dogs out all night to bark, unabated. It's a great location for access to the trails and the lake but we're pretty much done with the place.

Stanley C.

2 years on Hipcamp

Mixed feelings

· January 2023

Susquehannock Campground

I loved taking my kids to this campground for years. We found a perfect waterfront site that we came to every year, great fishing, good swimming, the perfect spot especially for a single dad and two young children. We haven’t been there for a couple years, checking out some other places, but looking to come back this year and apparently everything changed. Site numbers are different, the good sites are not even on map, and as far as I can find there’s no explanation for why let alone any warning for someone who assumes the site they have been going to for years would be labeled a different number or not exist at all. Some of my best times were camping there with my kids but unfortunately the site we knew and loved has been eliminated for so

Nicholas Z.

2 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· July 2018

Branch Camp

Awsome place!

Michelle S.

6 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· May 2017

Nancy's Boat to Shore Campground

This was a great boat-to-shore campground, though they were eliminating a lot of the trees when we went last year. This means we may not be able to return, since we primarily hammock camp; but, for tenters with boats (we kayak) it's a nice, quiet campground. You will need to bring your own water!

Shawn K.

8 years on Hipcamp

Mixed feelings

· May 2017

Seven Points Campground

This is primarily RV camping, and getting a spot is really difficult. People are only supposed to stay for 2 weeks, but many just re-register and live there for the summer.

Shawn K.

8 years on Hipcamp