Discover the best forest campgrounds near State College, Pennsylvania

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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.

Tuckaway Tree Farm

4 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents36 acres · Belleville, PA

Come camp on a beautiful 36 acre Christmas tree farm. Located 15 miles from Huntingdon and State College, Tuckaway Tree Farm has easy access to hiking and exploring in Rothrock State Forest, Greenwood Furnace. Property is located along Backroads Discovery Route. Two ponds on the property and a trout stream down the road are perfect for fishing.

Farm on the Creek

4 sites · RVs, Tents100 acres · Howard, PA

The active farm lays along the lazy Marsh Creek not far from where it collides with the mighty Bald Eagle. Campsites are spaced out along the creek, in the fields, and on the mountain. Fish on any of the three streams, relax by the water or enjoy view of the cattle and wildlife. Bald Eagle State Park, State College, and Lock Heaven are a short distance away.

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Rustic Escape in the Woods

5 sites · Lodging12 acres · Richfield, PA

The Green Tree Grove is a cabin retreat located in the beautiful hills of Juniata County. This tranquil oasis is the perfect place to unwind and reconnect with nature, offering a variety of activities such as hiking, yoga, and mountain boarding. Experience the beauty and serenity of The Green Tree Grove and leave feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.

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secluded cabin retreat

1 site · Lodging1 acre · Philipsburg, PA

This cabin is one mile from black moshannon state park with lake and streams. Very secluded but only 1/2 mile off of paved road with stone road into cabin and only 20 minutes from Beaver Stadium. Built in the early 1940's of the Y.C.C Crew of PA. This is a rustic cabin with all the comforts of home!Learn more about this land:Cabin in the woods with all the comforts of home. 2 bedrooms with double bunkbeds and large living room with fireplace. Electric heat with woodburner in the basement. One mile from black moshannon state park with lake and streams. secluded but only 1/2 mile off of paved road with stone road into cabin.

Wilson’s Hollow Boondock

2 sites · RVs, Tents14 acres · Ramblewood, PA

Secluded spot on a 150+ year old family farm bordering Penn State University Forest and near Rothrock State Forest. Abundant wildlife and scenic hiking, biking and snowmobiling trails nearby with Greenwood Furnace and Whipples Damn State parks only a few minutes away, and we are 30 minutes from the Snyder’s Run boat launch at Raystown Lake. The area has great fishing with the streams and lakes nearby such as Standing Stone Creek, Juniata River, Little Juniata and the famous Spruce Creek. We are centrally situated between State College PA home of Penn State University, (We Are a 30-minute drive to Beaver Stadium!) and historic Huntingdon PA home of Juniata College. And Belleville PA (Home to the second oldest Amish community in the country) where you can attend the famous sale every Wednesday to purchase many goods and livestock or just have a look around. Many homemade Amish goods and commodities to fit your taste. Tourist attractions: Lake Raystown (30 min drive) Standing Stone Trail (20 min drive) 1000 Steps (40 min drive) East Broadtop Railroad (50 min drive) Whipples Dam State Park (5 min drive) Greenwood Furnace State Park (10 min drive) Penn State University (20 min drive) Juniata College & JC Museum of Art (20 min drive) Shavers Creek Environmental Center (10 min drive) Jo Hays Vista and Jackson Trail (10 min drive) Balance Rock/Trough Creek State Park (45 min drive) Local Restaurants: Doan's Bones BBQ (eat in & carry out, 5 min drive) Couch's Subs and Groceries (eat in & carry out, 10 min drive) McMurtrie's Tavern (eat in & carry out, 15 min drive) OIP Petersburg (carry out, 15 min drive) Bluegills Bar & Grill (eat in & carry out, 20 min drive) Paesano's Italian restaurant (eat in & carry out, 20 min drive) Local churches: Manor Hill Methodist, service every Sunday at 11am to noon (3 min drive) St. Stephens Lutheran Church (5 min drive) We are a camping family ourselves and would like to share our little piece of the world. Our spot can accommodate any travel trailer, fifth wheel, motor home and even tents and pop ups. At the moment there is no restroom or hookups, it’s a true boondock site. Generators are permitted. We ask that you leave the site the way you found it. We request that you do not use glass bottles. And if you have read this far the Sasquatch yodels are included in your stay at no charge. Hope to meet you soon!

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Purple Pines

1 site · RV, Tent20 acres · Philipsburg, PA

Learn more about this land: Purple Pines is located outside Philipsburg, 20 minutes from Rt-80, 30 minutes from State College and Penn State University, and an hour from the Pennsylvania Wilds. Our land is located less than 10 minutes from downtown Philipsburg. This historic town is bouncing back after losing its local industries decades ago. A 20 minute drive takes you to Black Moshannon State Park which offers hiking trails, a boardwalk through the wetlands, a beach with swimming, launches for canoes and kayaking, and fishing. The camp site is among pine trees and overlooks a creek valley. UPDATE: This property is under contract to be sold. We will happily accept reservations until June 17th. Thank you for staying with us, we loved hosting you all!!

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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. There is an extra site for friends to stay together. Just ask about this special feature. 30 Minutes to Raystown.

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Davis Farm

2 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · Huntingdon, PA

There are two campsites available to book on our Dairy Farm along Stone Mountain. Over a mile of East Branch Stone Creek runs through the property and is a Class A trout stream. Great area for wildlife and bird watching. Located in a beautiful valley with lots of public land for any outdoor enthusiast. Local attractions: Greenwood Furnace State Park - 4 mi Stone Mountain Hawk Watch - 4 mi Whipple Dam State Park - 7.5 mi Alan Seeger Natural Area - 8.5 mi Donation Rocks - 8.5 mi Hunter's Rocks - 6.5 mi Penn Roosevelt State Park - 13 mi Lake Perez - 12 mi State College - 18 mi Raystown Lake - 23 mi

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Lake Life @ The Elders

1 site · RV2 acres · Howard, PA

We are located on the outskirts of the adorable Howard, PA lake town! We live on a little over 2 acres. We have a large backyard, dining patio, pool, sunbathing spot and a creek. The RV site available is on the side of the home that does not have windows (for added privacy) and gives you access to the backyard if you wish to use any of the downstairs patios/pool area. We have plenty of space for any size RV, plus space for a car or boat. We have one 50amp and four 20amp hookups. BPA/Lead free water hose, plus filter (optional). We are 2 minutes away from the Bald Eagle boat launch and 7 minutes from the main park with a marina, beach, hiking, and fishing. We are 15 minutes from the beautiful Bellefonte historic downtown (restaurants, shopping, breweries, parks). We are only 24 minutes from Beaver Stadium if you are in town for a Penn State game! We have two dogs, so you may see or hear them from time to time. They are kept indoors primarily. We are friendly, love to host, and are happy to help answer questions about the area!

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Camp Skipping Rock on Pine Creek

1 site · RV, Tent5 acres · Cammal, PA

Welcome to our little slice of heaven along Pine Creek at the southern end of the "PA Grand Canyon". It is an outdoor lover's dream. The camp lies inside of Tiadaghton State Forest on the west side of Pine Creek in the Pennsylvania Wilds. The property is 5 acres, embedded deep in public land. On the property there is this one very large campsite (approx 100 square ft) for rent and our small cabin. If we are there at the same time as our guests, we share the outhouse and shower, but our guests have their own private picnic table, fire pit and grill on the far side of the property. The area is beautiful for paddling, floating, fishing, hiking, biking, rock skipping, dipping your toes, swimming hole gems, searching for waterfalls, writing retreats. There are hundreds of miles of hiking, mountain bike and ATV trails, and some of the best fishing and stargazing on the East Coast. There is a 62 mile -rails-to-trails that runs along the other side of Pine Creek from Wellsboro to Jersey Shore, PA. Our camp is located on a secluded hill - a relaxing oasis removed from the rest of the world - read a book in a hammock, build campfires, grill yummy food, let the kids run around like crazy, play a lot of cards. It a 2 minute walk from the property to public access to Pine Creek. It is a 45 minute drive to paddle the Western Branch of the Susquehanna near Lock Haven, PA.

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Serenity Near State College

2 sites · Lodging150 acres · Warriors Mark, PA

A third generation family farm located near all the amenities of State College, PA and Penn State University.

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Forest camping near State College guide

Overview

Welcome to Hipcamp, your one-stop destination for camping near State College, Pennsylvania. With over 1,000 options available, you'll find the perfect forest camping experience to suit your preferences. Whether you're a wildlife enthusiast, snow sports fanatic, or love boating, there's something for everyone. Check out top campsites like Bald Eagle Campsite (360 reviews), Fairview Farms Airfield (294 reviews), and Peace and Quiet by the River (271 reviews) for highly recommended stays. Enjoy popular amenities such as campfires, toilets, and the option to bring your furry friends. With an average price per night of $44 and options as low as $10, you'll find the perfect camping experience without breaking the bank. Happy camping!