The best camping in Shikellamy State Park, PA

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The best camping in Shikellamy State Park, PA

Spyglass Ridge Winery

1. Spyglass Ridge Winery

98%
(183)
6.2km from Shikellamy State Park · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
The property is on 50 acres and has a winery and restaurant available. We have events all year long and host concerts that bring in over 5,000 people per event. Catch and release fishing in the pond and plenty of open space to stroll around. Winery and Restaurant is open Thursday through Sunday and are on site. Close to Knoebel's Amusement Park and Anthracite Outdoor Adventure Area. Pet friendly and relaxing property
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
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$40
 / night
Little Mahanoy Creek Campground

2. Little Mahanoy Creek Campground

100%
(25)
16km from Shikellamy State Park · 5 sites · Tents, Lodging
There are 3 campsites located in the gap of the little Mahanoy Mountain and line Mountain range along the little Mahanoy creek. All four campsites have creek access and come with picnic table garbage can and fire ring and Firewood is usually available. There are two Porta potty‘s one located at each end of the sites. There are trails for hiking which extends along an abandoned railroad bed and also up into State game lands and into the deep woods. The hiking in the woods is on an incline. But the hiking on the railroad bed is pretty unintense. There is parking at each site. The sites are spread out along the creek bed ranging from more of a rustic primitive tent camping on site 4 to an open site on site 1.
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$46
 / night
Mulberry Acres

3. Mulberry Acres

98%
(20)
17km from Shikellamy State Park · 3 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.
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$17
 / night
Greene Kitchen Farm

4. Greene Kitchen Farm

98%
(304)
26km from Shikellamy State Park · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Greene Kitchen Farm has been farmed by the Greene family since 2013.  If you step back in time a few owners, the Kitchen family with 8 boys and a girl farmed the land that surrounds the little tributary to Montour Run.  The Greenes have been pasturing the majority of the land in nature's image with an eye toward biomimicry and an agro-forestal, savannah landscape.  The herbivores pulse through the landscape with flocks of birds following them.   Since the livestock have been fenced out of the creek, a little jewel of a wildlife refuge traverses the farm from northwest to southeast.  This riparian zones shades the creek, protects the water quality, and provides great habitat for coyotes, minks, eagles, white-tailed deer, groundhogs, hawks, squirrels, woodcock, and a variety of songbirds.  Greene Kitchen Farm camp sites are situated on this varied section of brook.      Learn more about this land:Bring your tent or park your pop-up along the spring at Greene Kitchen Farm. Livestock will be fenced in just in view, and the birds will serve as your alarm clock. Your site will be the last stop on a mowed path through the hollow nestled between the spring and the woods.  
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$34
 / night
Misty Hollow

5. Misty Hollow

100%
(15)
32km from Shikellamy State Park · 2 sites · Tents
Enjoy this totally secluded nature paradise. Enjoy fishing, boating, and camping. Relax as you listen to the trickling creek and many night sounds. Firewood is provided for the fire ring. Conveniently located 15 minutes from Knoebels Amusement Park. This is a primitive site with no facilities.
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Picnic table
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$48
 / night
Blue Hill Acres

6. Blue Hill Acres

100%
(28)
39km from Shikellamy State Park · 4 sites · Tents
Our property, known as Blue Hill Acres, is located near Tower City, PA. It consists of 25 acres - a mix of forest, pastures, and wetlands, nestled in the ridge and valley mountains of central PA. We raise Meishan pigs, British White cattle, and have an assortment of other animals, such as horses, sheep, goats, chickens etc. The Wiconisco creek flows through our land, flanked by forest as well as grassy wetlands. This area is frequented by deer, geese, turkey, and other wildlife
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$20
 / night
The Green Tree Grove

7. The Green Tree Grove

96%
(42)
39km from Shikellamy State Park · 5 sites · Lodging
Nestled in the picturesque hills of Juniata County, The Green Tree Grove offers a tranquil cabin retreat. This cozy studio cabin boasts a full-sized bed and a comfortable futon. Our kitchenette provides a water dispenser, microwave, fridge, and Keurig coffee maker. For outdoor cooking, a propane grill awaits on the covered porch connected to the cabin. - No running water (must bring your own water) - Outdoor shower (uses water jugs) - Outhouse
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$55
 / night
Gold Mine Speedway

8. Gold Mine Speedway

100%
(12)
40km from Shikellamy State Park · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Awesome campsite. Enjoy rustic tent camping at the site of the former Gold Mine Speedway. This track has nearly been taken back by nature, featuring a lovely, aromatic primarily white and red pine forest, with some hardwood trees interspersed. Two mountain streams cross the land. Located on Greenland road near Tower City, it's a stone's throw from the Weiser State Forest.
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$20
 / night
River Mountain Outdoors

9. River Mountain Outdoors

99%
(274)
41km from Shikellamy State Park · 7 sites · Tents, Lodging
The history of the Pump House began in 1878, when three ambitious men hatched a plan for the world's first long-distance underground oil pipeline which would transport oil from well to refinery more quickly and efficiently than the horse-drawn wagons of the time. Pumping stations were needed every fifty miles along this long route to keep pressure on the pipeline so that the oil could reach its destination. Pump House Bed and Breakfast is one of the only properties in the country in which the both the original homes of the foremen and the large brick buildings remain. Doug, owner, has spent more than 20 years lovingly restoring these foreman houses as well as the large industrial brick buildings. The Brick Barn Hall once housed steam pumps to pressurize the pipe and keep the oil moving, and the Catawissa Cabin behind it served as the telegraph office. The Studio Hall contained boilers that produced the steam to power the pumps, while the adjoining Studio Cabin functioned as a blacksmith's workspace. Today, the buildings function as reception spaces for weddings and other special events, and house private suites as well as an art studio where Doug pursues his work and teaches drawing, ceramics, and stained glass classes. The Season House, one of the two foreman homes, features additional guest accommodations while Doug resides in the other foreman house. Visit and experience a piece of PA history! The 2004 This Old House feature on Doug's
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$68
 / night
Gorgeous Water Overlook

10. Gorgeous Water Overlook

100%
(23)
45km from Shikellamy State Park · 2 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
The White Squirrel Properties include a cabin, rental pavilion and camp site. The camp site sits at the top of a hill and provides a secluded flat site to pitch your tent or park your van/truck camper/truck top tent. You will have this space to yourself. The view is breathtaking - you have a gorgeous view of the Susquehanna River, numerous sets of mountain ranges, and you are surrounded by beautiful fields. There is a rustic picnic table and a more modern high top table set with an umbrella, for your use. We have also added 4 hammock chairs that you can relax in while enjoying a glass of wine. There is a wooden platform with a small structure on it. You can stand underneath the platform and it can provide some shelter, if needed. (The structure is being renovated for a new experience next summer.) The pavilion is a short walk and has 2 bathrooms, a shower, and a kitchen. **The kitchen is only available if the pavilion is not being rented**. There is an additional fee to rent the kitchen. If you are interested, please message me after booking. This can be added at checkout. Deer come out nightly on this peaceful property. You won’t be disappointed.
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$74
 / night
Secluded BLT Cabin

11. Secluded BLT Cabin

100%
(21)
45km from Shikellamy State Park · 1 site · Lodging
Over 25 years ago, Bud, LaRue and Tim bought a piece of property and built a cabin to share with their families. Fast forward to today.... families are grown and now we want to share this incredible spot with you! Come and explore the great outdoors! ... breathe fresh air, go for a hike, take a nap, eat s'mores, sit by the fire, catch and release fish in the pond, bird-watch, play a game together or... just plain relax! This 2-room cabin will sleep eight. BLT Cabin is a nice relaxing place to get away from it all! The generator in the out-building will run the outlets and lights, the water pump on the porch will give you water, and the outhouse is recently renewed. Waivers for you and your kids will need to be signed when you arrive and then enjoy the great outdoors!
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$80
 / night
Forks Farm Campground

12. Forks Farm Campground

100%
(91)
46km from Shikellamy State Park · 1 site · Tent
Welcome to Forks Farm Campground! Forks Farm is an 86 acre farm located in Fishing Creek, Columbia County, Pennsylvania. The grass and timber farm is nestled along Huntington Creek at the base of a south-facing slope with beautiful views of Knob Mountain and Huntington Mountains to the south. There is a fire pit, picnic tables, a swimming hole, wooded campsites, fishing, Josiah Hess Covered Bridge, an outhouse, and an open area for recreational use. Please remember we are a working farm. All fences are electric. Please DO NOT TOUCH or go inside a fenced area without a farmer accompanying you. Pack it in, pack it out. You are responsible for removing your own trash and recyclables. The farm store is open 24/7 for self-service. Please record your purchases in the notebook on the counter and leave payment (cash or check is preferred, but you can use Venmo) in the money box on the counter. If you need assistance with a purchase (Forks Farm grass-fed meats for the grill), let us know. Forks Farm Market has been providing the community with locally produced foods every 2nd and 4th Saturday, May - December, for thirty years and has established itself as the area's first and only on-farm, producer-only farm market offering the local community chemical-free, pasture-raised meats, dairy, and farmstead cheese in addition to a wide variety of locally produced foods, fiber, and crafts from over twenty vendors. The campground is easily accessed from the Bloomsburg exit of Interstate 80, ten miles north on SR 487, and 1.5 miles east of Forks on Winding Road. The nearest major town is Bloomsburg, 10 miles to the south, and both Philadelphia and New York City are within a 3-hour drive.
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$40
 / night
Fairview Farms Airfield

13. Fairview Farms Airfield

98%
(826)
47km from Shikellamy State Park · 16 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
The 66-acre property has been licensed as an airport (PS20) since the 1980s. It is currently an active, private airport. We don't sell fuel or offer services beyond camping so we primarily have only air traffic with few to no landings each year. In other words, it is very quiet here except during the occasional low pass. We are very eager for pilots to fly in and camp out! The beautiful sunsets and stargazing night skies are a real treat for anyone that comes to visit. Lots of deer, birds, and other wildlife can be seen out and about. Bring your telescope and binoculars to view all the property has to offer! Note that we are always working to improve our slice of heaven, thus we do have tools, vehicles, and equipment stored around the farm that if not used now will be one day. We appreciate your understanding that some areas are used for our personal / farm storage. If you're not into looking at our farmware, there are a few nearby campgrounds. The hot tub is located next to the owner's home. Guests are welcome to use this at any time but must reserve and pay for a time slot. * Book this through the Extras * We are within walking distance of Swatara State Park and close to the Appalachian Trail. Short drive to the local winery, bowling alley, pub/diner, and movie theater. Grocery stores and gas are also nearby. Miles of hiking, rail trail, single-track mountain biking, and kayaking are all right here! See our kayak and bike rentals under extras! Hershey Park is approximately a 30-minute drive from our location. Rausch Creek, Anthracite, and Reading off-road areas are also nearby. Note: Monthly rental discounts are available. Work-stay exchange programs are available. We are always looking for good reliable part-time help on the farm! Please ask! Fall leaves colors are looking awesome! Come enjoy the leaves by day and stars by night beside your campfire! Follow us on Instagram: @fairview_farms_airfield
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$50
 / night
RV Hook Up at The Barn

14. RV Hook Up at The Barn

100%
(12)
48km from Shikellamy State Park · 1 site · Tent, RV
You won’t forget the peaceful surroundings of this rustic destination. This ad is for an RV hook-up only, located behind a beautiful rustic barn and silo. Perfect for a restful night's sleep in your RV with all the hookups. Power, (30 amp 120). water and septic. This location is 45 minutes from the Penn State football stadium. 20 minutes from Pine Creek Rail Trail. And only 5 minutes off of Interstate 80. NOTE: RV NOT INCLUDED. The space This RV hook-up is a perfect quiet place to park your RV for the night or however long you want to stay. Parked behind a beautiful rustic Barn you’ll have the whole place to yourself. Guest access The area around the RV Hook up. Other things to note Local attractions: Penn State Beaver Stadium. 45 minutes Pine Creek Rail Trail. 20 minutes Ravensburg State Park. 8 minutes Local Amish farm country. Hardwear stores and markets. Penns Cave: 30. Minutes
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$62
 / night
Woodward Camping w Dennis Alan

15. Woodward Camping w Dennis Alan

98%
(162)
51km from Shikellamy State Park · 12 sites · Tents, RVs
About 30 acres of breathtaking beauty in the heart of Central Pennsylvania surrounded by Amish farms and food stands! Located 10 minutes from... Woodward Sports Camp Woodward Cave Two State Parks Ingleby and Coburn, some of the best fly fishing in the country. Crick tubing Elk Creek Brewery Pisano Winery IngleBean Coffee Shop & Cafe Yes all just 10 minutes away! This is the land I am using to build my off grid, self sustaining homestead on. We are surrounded by Amish farms so we specialize in quiet :) Two creeks run through the land with fun fishing for the everyone
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$30
 / night
West Creek Campground

16. West Creek Campground

98%
(40)
54km from Shikellamy State Park · 23 sites · Tents, Lodging
West Creek Campground is your premier glamping experience. With different sites to choose from and customizable levels of comfort, you are able to enjoy all that nature has to offer without compromising your needs. West Creek offers camping sites, canvas tents, Cabin and small huts! Only 8 miles from Ricketts Glen and with tons of other activities on our grounds and around us, it's the perfect nature getaway!
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$35
 / night
Camping at Cold Springs Domestead

17. Camping at Cold Springs Domestead

97%
(18)
54km from Shikellamy State Park · 3 sites · Tents, Lodging
Hello fellow campers and outdoor lovers!!! We call our 10 acre, secluded property Cold Springs. We have spent 15 years here curating lovely areas to relax, party at and invite others to call it a home away from home. The camping areas are in the back of the property and are surrounded by woods and secluded from view of the house. There are paths leading to the pond which is a great reading area and fishing spot plus a canoe and paddleboat to enjoy. Last summer (2022) we added a tipi to the camping area. We are located right outside of Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Our area is home to many amazing restaurants, several breweries and cute downtown shops.
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$45
 / night
Whitetail Summit

18. Whitetail Summit

97%
(15)
54km from Shikellamy State Park · 1 site · Tent, RV
Remote primitive camp on your very own mountain. 30 acres of woods and mountain views with nothing but a couple trails, fire ring and surrounding wildlife. 4WD vehicles recommended, tent and primitive camping only. No RV’s- You wont make it. Pack-in and pack-out. Leave no trace. Close to FRO, AOAA, Jim Thorpe, Knobels and more. Private gated access.
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$45
 / night
Meadowbrook Country Farm

19. Meadowbrook Country Farm

100%
(12)
54km from Shikellamy State Park · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Nestled in the hills of Schuykill County Pennsylvania this unique piece of land has a lot to offer! With fields and woods all around, it will give you all the feels of nature and tranquility. It’s a private piece of land that is peaceful and transparent. Relax and camp near the spring fed pond hiding in the forest, and if you are an avid fisherman be sure to bring your rod. Come and see for yourself what this property has to offer!
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$81
 / night
Circle S Farm Camping

20. Circle S Farm Camping

96%
(95)
56km from Shikellamy State Park · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
The camp sites on our farm are dry (for now) but we DO have a toilet that is cleaned regularly right by the sites. We have three leveled gravel RV/Camper spots, which are large compared to most campgrounds. The sites are pull through for most RVs and Trailers. We provide fire rings and campfire wood (assuming we have it available). Our farm is an operational farm with livestock and you will be camping right by our horse pasture. Our location is convenient. We are right off of I-81 and State route 22. Minutes from Hersheypark, Hollywood Casino and Penn National Race Course, The PA Renaissance Faire, as well as Ft. Indiantown Gap and Memorial Lake State Park. If you are a hiker, the Appalachian Trail is minutes from our farm. Our sites are easy access off the main road. We are in a friendly agricultural neighborhood with very little traffic or noise other than the light hum of I-81 in the distance. Wildlife is plentiful in our area and you can hike from our farm to Levitz Community Park (or drive if you prefer) to interact some great nature or have a picnic. Our goal is to be accommodating and provide our guests with the best experience possible while here. Got questions? We can help! Just ask!
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$40
 / night

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About

Nestled at the confluence of the Susquehanna River's branches, Shikellamy State Park is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. With its marina, boat launches, and hiking trails, the park offers a variety of activities. Visitors can enjoy picnicking, wildlife watching, and boating on Lake Augusta. The park's overlooks provide stunning views, inviting adventurers to explore the natural beauty of Pennsylvania.

When to go

The best time to visit Shikellamy State Park is during the warmer months when the park's full splendor can be appreciated from sunrise to sunset. Winter offers a stark, quiet beauty, but some facilities may be limited. Avoid peak holidays if you prefer a more tranquil experience.

Know before you go

  • Check the park's official website for any alerts or closures before your visit.
  • Remember to inspect your belongings for the spotted lanternfly to prevent its spread.
  • The park is ADA accessible, ensuring everyone can enjoy its beauty.
  • For emergencies, dial 911 and notify park staff immediately.
  • While the marina may not sometimes offer boat rentals or fuel sales, the boat ramp is open for public use.

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