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Top-rated campgrounds near State College
Serenity Near State College
1. Serenity Near State College
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(12)
8.8mi from State College · 2 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
A third generation family farm located near all the amenities of State College, PA and Penn State University.
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$33
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Wilson’s Boondock Hollow
2. Wilson’s Boondock Hollow
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(39)
11mi from State College · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
***We are closed for the winter, we will open back up sometime in April or beginning of May***
Latest updates on weather, local events, photos and videos can be found on our Instagram @wilsons_boondock
If you're in search of a primitive camping location that's perfect for unwinding, offering privacy and seclusion, then we are the destination for you. We have many extras that you can add to your stay like fishing our private spring fed pond. PSU Football fans we can accommodate your group, just send us a message about your group size first. We do welcome drones.
Tucked away in the heart of the Stone Valley Forest a secluded 150+ year old family farm bordering Penn State University Forest and near Rothrock State Forest. Abundant wildlife and scenic hiking, biking trails on site and nearby with Greenwood Furnace and Whipples Damn State parks only a few minutes away. The area has some of the finest trout 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, 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.
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)
Local churches:
Manor Hill Methodist, service every Sunday at 11am to noon (3 min drive)
St. Stephens Lutheran Church (5 min drive)
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$31
/ night
Mulberry Acres
3. Mulberry Acres
98%
(23)
45mi from State College · 2 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Small hobby farm down a dirt road. We have cows, chickens, emus, mini pigs, peacocks, guinea fowl, quail, ducks, geese, a retired old horse, and rabbits. We have nature trails and a small creek on the property. We also have kayak rentals for nearby Penn's creek upon request.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$22
/ night
Ridge Top Retreat
4. Ridge Top Retreat
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(30)
46mi from State College · 5 sites · Tents, Lodging
We are located in beautiful Clearfield county Pennysalvina. Our farm is on over 150 acres. It’s has been in the family for generations. It has beautiful farm views with wooded areas. There is lots of wildlife to see. Including bear, bobcat, deer, eagles, fishers, and many other species. We have lots of hiking trails and our property also boarders state game lands. It’s a short drive to the Susquehanna River and other parks. You can also enjoy the cows, goats, peacocks, chickens, ducks, and turkeys at the farm. Contact the host and set up a time to visit and feed the animals. Learn more about our family farm and the animals. We also have a sawmill and wood shop. Nearby is Bilgers Rocks, Rock Run Atv Park, Prince Gallitzin State Park, the Susquehanna River, and many other fantastic outdoor activities. It’s a place to unwind and relax. And connect with nature. This is in a very rural part of Pennsylvania and camping in the winter weather can be difficult. So please prepare yourself with additional sleeping bags for winter. The tent is heated but because of the unpredictable and sometimes dangerous weather you need to be prepared. The bathroom is also outdoors so there will not be a shower provided till after the freezing weather. And the loo is not heated. It is also recommended that you have all wheel drive or 4 wheel drive to get to the campsite in the winter. It is possible to walk from road to site. But you should consider this when booking. RTR is a very beautiful place in the winter but it can also be dangerous if you’re not prepared.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$25
/ night
Star Lee Farm
5. Star Lee Farm
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(9)
32mi from State College · 3 sites
Star Lee Farm operates to provide a small farm experience for guests and share a private rustic outdoor experience. We are using agritourism to promote awareness of pollinators through our honeybee experience and educational programs. The Star Lee is an old “family” farm that we are working to grow into a self sufficient working farm.
We encourage our guests to explore nature that encompasses the farm's 104 acres and enjoy the solitude it can provide. We also invite our guests to “look up” into the night sky and behold the majesty and vastness of the universe we share.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$73
/ night
100% (307) • 15 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near State College
Serenity Near State College
1. Serenity Near State College
100%
(12)
8.8mi from State College · 2 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
A third generation family farm located near all the amenities of State College, PA and Penn State University.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$33
/ night
Wilson’s Boondock Hollow
2. Wilson’s Boondock Hollow
100%
(39)
11mi from State College · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
***We are closed for the winter, we will open back up sometime in April or beginning of May***
Latest updates on weather, local events, photos and videos can be found on our Instagram @wilsons_boondock
If you're in search of a primitive camping location that's perfect for unwinding, offering privacy and seclusion, then we are the destination for you. We have many extras that you can add to your stay like fishing our private spring fed pond. PSU Football fans we can accommodate your group, just send us a message about your group size first. We do welcome drones.
Tucked away in the heart of the Stone Valley Forest a secluded 150+ year old family farm bordering Penn State University Forest and near Rothrock State Forest. Abundant wildlife and scenic hiking, biking trails on site and nearby with Greenwood Furnace and Whipples Damn State parks only a few minutes away. The area has some of the finest trout 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, 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.
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)
Local churches:
Manor Hill Methodist, service every Sunday at 11am to noon (3 min drive)
St. Stephens Lutheran Church (5 min drive)
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$31
/ night
Mulberry Acres
3. Mulberry Acres
98%
(23)
45mi from State College · 2 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Small hobby farm down a dirt road. We have cows, chickens, emus, mini pigs, peacocks, guinea fowl, quail, ducks, geese, a retired old horse, and rabbits. We have nature trails and a small creek on the property. We also have kayak rentals for nearby Penn's creek upon request.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$22
/ night
Ridge Top Retreat
4. Ridge Top Retreat
100%
(30)
46mi from State College · 5 sites · Tents, Lodging
We are located in beautiful Clearfield county Pennysalvina. Our farm is on over 150 acres. It’s has been in the family for generations. It has beautiful farm views with wooded areas. There is lots of wildlife to see. Including bear, bobcat, deer, eagles, fishers, and many other species. We have lots of hiking trails and our property also boarders state game lands. It’s a short drive to the Susquehanna River and other parks. You can also enjoy the cows, goats, peacocks, chickens, ducks, and turkeys at the farm. Contact the host and set up a time to visit and feed the animals. Learn more about our family farm and the animals. We also have a sawmill and wood shop. Nearby is Bilgers Rocks, Rock Run Atv Park, Prince Gallitzin State Park, the Susquehanna River, and many other fantastic outdoor activities. It’s a place to unwind and relax. And connect with nature. This is in a very rural part of Pennsylvania and camping in the winter weather can be difficult. So please prepare yourself with additional sleeping bags for winter. The tent is heated but because of the unpredictable and sometimes dangerous weather you need to be prepared. The bathroom is also outdoors so there will not be a shower provided till after the freezing weather. And the loo is not heated. It is also recommended that you have all wheel drive or 4 wheel drive to get to the campsite in the winter. It is possible to walk from road to site. But you should consider this when booking. RTR is a very beautiful place in the winter but it can also be dangerous if you’re not prepared.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$25
/ night
Star Lee Farm
5. Star Lee Farm
100%
(9)
32mi from State College · 3 sites
Star Lee Farm operates to provide a small farm experience for guests and share a private rustic outdoor experience. We are using agritourism to promote awareness of pollinators through our honeybee experience and educational programs. The Star Lee is an old “family” farm that we are working to grow into a self sufficient working farm.
We encourage our guests to explore nature that encompasses the farm's 104 acres and enjoy the solitude it can provide. We also invite our guests to “look up” into the night sky and behold the majesty and vastness of the universe we share.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$73
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Kasey
1 week ago
With pets
My husband & I had a great time! We had a late arrival & Rebecca was so kind & accommodating. The tent was so warm & cozy. We can't wait to return!
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Bailey
2 weeks ago
With pets
the weekend away at the cabin was absolutely amazing! it is the perfect place to do a mental reset! Theresa is incredibly responsive and helpful and ensured that our stay was everything we needed it to be. i’ll definitely be back in the fall!
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Adam
2 weeks ago
Tent
Very nice and quiet spot! Theresa was great and very accommodating! She even put signs up for us to find the campsite since we arrived late at night. I would 100% recommend!
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Brielle
February 2026
Weekend Trip to Ridge Top Retreat
We had such a nice time camping here! Beautiful spot with everything you can think of at the site. Host does a wonderful job and is available if you have any questions. The heater in the tent does a wonderful job keeping you warm through the night. Great spot to enjoy the nature and some quiet. Thank you for our stay!
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Evelyn
February 2026
3 nights at Ridge Top Retreat
We stayed here for 2 nights and absolutely loved it. Our host showed us around her farm and the site was nice and private. It dropped to 2 degrees during our stay but we were able to stay warm with layers and the propane heater kept up just fine. Can’t wait to go back next year!
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Lyndsey
January 2026
3 nights at Mulberry Acres
Nice little cabin that made camping in January comfortable with heating. Offered basic necessities for cooking. No running water but there was a new edition built on for a bathroom instead of going outside to hike up a hill to a bathroom. There’s rain collection for flushing the toilet and there’s well water to grab drinkable water from anytime. The host was nice enough to fill both water jugs before we arrived. Very friendly people, I can tell they love their animals. The farm includes, but not limited to; 2 emus, 2 dogs, some cows, bunch of pigs, a goat, and a retired mustang horse named Charles. Definitely recommend doing a tour of the farm as you can be as interactive as you want with the animals. Do bring tall boots or shoes you don’t mind getting muddy if it’s rained recently or if you’ve never been on a farm. It is a farm after all, get used to the chance of getting messy if you love animals. We had a great time exploring the trails they had to offer even while it was raining. I will say some of the trails are very steep on a hill so be cautious while exploring. This time of year is maple tapping which I would of loved to do, but circumstances didn’t allow it and that’s okay, maybe next time! Overall, a really enjoyable time here and we are planning on coming back in the spring/summer to possibly kayak and pick wild berries on the trails. Can’t wait to come back, thank you for hosting us.
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Meg
December 2025
1 night at Star Lee Farm
Kevin was super accommodating and the cabin was very clean and cozy with lots of little extras. The outside of the cabin had a picnic table and fire pit and was private. Cell service was good enough to stream a movie on netflix on our laptop too. We will definitely stay here on the property again.
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Brittanie
December 2025
With pets
Everything was awesome. The little cabin stayed so warm and was the perfect size for our family of three plus our doggo!
The land was beautiful. Theresa and her husband were both so kind. We loved meeting their farm of animals. And she was easy to get a hold of and easy to chat with. We will definitely be going back. The porta potty is a short walk and they are working on a bunch of upgrades in the cabin too. The emus are wonderful and sweet, we visited them multiple times a day. I could go on and on. 100% recommended for an upgraded camping experience. Look forward to trying them out in warmer weather too!
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Krystin
November 2025
Tent
It was a perfect place to unwind and recharge our batteries. The host seemingly thought of every detail to make it comfortable while still having the rustic charm we hoped for. It’s made us want to build a permanent campsite at our property after experiencing this. It truly is a piece of Heaven and we will be back
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Nancy
November 2025
With pets
Star Lee is a wonderful setting for a bucolic visit to Central PA. Close to Raystown Lake and other state lands it offers a nice stay for anyone to hike, bike, hunt, or fish in the area. Stargazing and daydreaming also included. As a working bee and hay farm, Star Lee offers the opportunity to settle in, relax and enjoy. It is clean, comfortable, and obviously well cared for. I highly recommend Star Lee and am still enjoying their honey. We’ll be back.
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Suzanne
October 2025
With kids
Rebecca and her family were magnificent hosts for our family. They were so kind, and made sure we had everything we needed and more. The tent itself was so cozy and the bathroom very clean. We enjoyed making s’mores atvthe campfire and gazing at the beautiful starry sky. We even got to meet the farm animals before we left. It was a great to have our own private space and we highly recommend staying here!
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james
October 2025
25 ft Class C
With pets
The property is easy to get to, yet it is remote enough to be wonderfully quiet and private. The over-all area is rich with farmlands and the dedicated people who provide us with our foods. There are not many areas of our USA that have the qualities of this part of Pennsylvania.
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Adriana
October 2025
Weekend Trip to Mulberry Acres
I really loved the place and the experience, the bed very comfortable and Theresa very kind and attentive. Definitely a place you want to visit if you need to think, write, get your mind together.
Will be coming back !
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Justin
October 2025
With pets
We loved our stay. Quiet, peaceful, a nice weekend getaway. It gives the “off the grid” vibes, but still has everything you really need. The outdoor shower made the experience unique!
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Cheryl
October 2025
Weekend Trip to Star Lee Farm
We have stayed in a lot of hip camps, but this by far is one of the very best that we’ve stayed in. Some of the highlights: cozy cabin nicely decorated. No heat or electricity, but he had lanterns for us, but we brought our own. Nice outdoor area with a picnic table and a fire pit that was perfect. Also a gas grill for us to cook on. He is two other cabin places, but they are so far apart that you can’t really hear or see anyone else. The property is huge and it is a working bee farm and it was very cool. These are located nowhere near the cabin, so you never have to worry about the bees being near your cabin. Highly suggest you learn about raising bees from our host! He has delicious honey for sale and an awesome piece of property with lots of different birds and deer. we walked around his property the first day and went 1.7 miles so it is very large. Also, very nice that it is a close walk to the flushable toilets and hot water showers. This was also a huge plus for us in October. Kevin is very responsive. He is also retired military and very compassionate and energetic about his farm. We came up for the end of the road half marathon/4miler, but in addition to that there is much more in this area if you like the outdoors. We did not go to Raytown Lake / Alpaca farm which we will visit next time. We love to hike and within 15 minutes is beautiful hikes with awesome views in including the thousand steps and the standing stone trail. We highly recommend!!!
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Brenda
October 2025
1 night at Ridge Top Retreat
Ridge Top Retreat is, by far, the most unique and well-done Hipcamps I’ve visited. The interior of the tent is beautifully decorated and the propane furnace kept it toasty warm on a cool fall evening. The “outhouse” has a portable toilet and a hot shower with an instant water heater powered by solar panels. The host provided plenty of firewood and even started a fire for us! With no ambient light, the stars and Milky Way were beautiful! The setting is gorgeous, set on a high spot with an incredible view across the hayfield to a beautiful country church and cemetery. I highly recommend this very special place.
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Seth
October 2025
Tent
With kids
The spot was great and a perfect location for us to camp with easy access to Penn State. Would definitely recommend! Mike met us when we arrived with a nice welcome package and some great nearby recommendations for additional sights in the area.
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Joseph
October 2025
Tent
Came for an event in Lewisburg and stayed here for the weekend, what a wonderful secluded site, lots of animals and dogs added to the charm! I wish I had more time to tour the farm and meet all the animals, I will have to come back.
Highly recommend buying firewood from the farm if you plan on having a fire as it burned nicely.
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Veronica
October 2025
12 ft travel trailer
With pets
This was our first time booking on Hipcamp and I’m so happy we found Michael’s place. It was peaceful, quiet, private and relaxing. The location was perfect for us, being a short drive to State College. The port-a potty was much appreciated and being able to take a hot shower was a pleasant surprise. Michael personally met us upon arrival to help guide us where to park our truck and pull behind trailer, and to show us how things worked. The hospitality made us feel very welcome and right at home.
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Cassie
October 2025
With kids
We had an amazing time! We traveled with our two boys and enjoyed the fire and all the land, we saw so many stars at night and slept so well. The tent was adorable and so cozy with the heater. Thanks to Becky for a great couple of days!
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