The best camping near Poe Valley State Park

Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Poe Valley State Park adventure.

100% (1 reviews)

Discover the natural splendor of Poe Valley State Park.

Popular ways to camp

Community favorites near Poe Valley State Park

Book externally

Public campgrounds in the park
Book externally

Stay at a public campground in Poe Valley State Park

Top-rated campgrounds near Poe Valley State Park

97%

(133)

Farm on the Creek

7 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.

99%

(91)

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, or Teddy Roosevelt. 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. Twenty minutes south is Big Spring State Park which has an abandoned RR tunnel form the late 1800s. Forty-five minutes away is the 1,000 steps near Mt. Union which is part of the Standing Stone Trail that runs from Cowan’s Gap State Park to PSU. The Steps provides and amazing view of the Juniata River, and is a strenuous heart work-out. If you are interested in historic trains, East Broad Top Railroad is in Mt. Union. If members of your party would like a more pampered camping experience that includes real beds and hot showers, there is an adjoining property for rent on air b and b. Google search for The Crowe's Lounge.

98%

(141)

Spyglass Ridge Winery

4 sites · RVs, Tents50 acres · Sunbury, PA

The property is on 50 acres and has a winery, brewery and restaurant available. We have events all year long and host concerts that bring over 4,000 people per event. Catch and release fishing in the pond and plenty of open space to stroll around. Learn more about this land:Brewery (open Thursday through Sunday) and Winery (open Tuesday through Sunday) on site. Close to Knoebel's Amusement Resort and Anthracite Outdoor Adventure Area. Pond for catch and release fishing. Pet friendly and relaxing property

98%

(24)

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.

100%

(21)

Free Spirit Campground

6 sites · Tents66 acres · Landisburg, PA

We're a family campground in south-central Pennsylvania, just 25 minutes from Carlisle. Our relaxed environment and varied recreation offer something for everyone, & we'd be glad to have you as our guest! We offer fun for those of all ages: * Fishing in our stocked lake * Paddle boats and kayaks * Mini golfing * Axe throwing * Live events * A playground for children * Swimming in the pool * Hiking trails * A fully stocked campground store * Weekend live entertainment * Themed weekends/activities * Concerts in the field * Crafts and fun activities * A bath-house with heated showers * Ice sales & propane exchange * Brand-new horse-shoe pits & more!

100%

(12)

Wilson’s Hollow Boondock

3 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents140 acres · Ramblewood, PA

If you're in search of a camping location that's perfect for unwinding, offering privacy and seclusion, then this is 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! We do welcome golf carts. Latest updates on weather, photos and videos can be found on our Instagram @wilsons_boondock 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)

100%

(5)

The Farm at Millwood Drive

1 site · Tent16 acres · Elizabethville, PA

Well its not much of a farm, Rather a secluded grass farm field with goldenrod at the foot of the Elizabethville mountian. It is only 1.8 miles off the Route 25 approximately 1/2 hour drive north of Harrisburg. It is down a dirt road through the woods. At the edge of the field is the woods of the mountian. It has a small stream flowing throgh the woods. Not alot of light pollution so you will be sure to enjoy the starry night sky. Close to alot of neat placed and things to do. Lake Tobias Wildlife Park 2.4 miles, Susquehanna River (Great for fishing and kayaking) 4.6 miles, Fort Halifax Park 5.8 miles, Weiser Forrest Haldeman Tract (Great trails for hiking, moutianbiking or horseback riding) 7.4miles, Ned Smith Center 6.5 miles, Henningers Covered Bridge 9.8 miles, Apalation Trail 10.6 miles, Crossroads Market and Auction (Great place for Food including Pa Dutch, Antiques,Auctions,and Flea market items) 12miles. The area has a thriving Amish community (We can help you connect to a Amish family) with alot of little roadside stands . Plenty of unique shopping experiences, Flea Flickers, Hornings Country Market, Colemans Miltary Surpluss, Hoovers Market, Shops on Main and More. Walmart and fast foods only 8 miles. There is wildlife , You may see deer wander through or grazing near by. This site is a work in progress and may have more improvements till you arrive. Come enjoy the wonders of Upper Dauphin County, We would love to host you!

98%

(27)

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 Backcountry Discovery Route (BDR). Two ponds on the property and a trout stream down the road are perfect for fishing.

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)

96%

(1445)

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.

92%

(19)

Juniata River RV/Camper Lot

1 site · RV1 acre · Granville, PA

Our camper lot sits along the Juniata River, farmland, and the Appalachian Mountains. It is a small half acre lot in the country with power, water, and septic dump. It is a flat lot with grass and a large gravel area for an RV that overlooks the river. There is firewood on site for camp fires. Burnt Timbers Winery is one mile down the road along the river. This is a beautiful place to kick back and enjoy the beautiful scenery of central PA.

96%

(14)

Camping at Cold Springs Domestead

3 sites · Lodging, Tents10 acres · Cogan Station, PA

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.

The best camping near Poe Valley State Park guide

Overview

About

Sitting on the honed knife-edge of Centre County is Poe Valley State Park. Inundated by the park’s namesake, twenty-five-acre liquid oasis, Poe Lake is rippled with water-loving activities. From the area’s sublime game fishing (including healthy, well-stocked populations of both rainbow and brown trout) to the water sporting opportunities (propelled by only electric-motors, mind you), you’ll be hard-pressed to keep your fingertips from pruning. And, once you're all dried-out, Poe Valley State Park is well-manicured by the area’s pristine, three-plus miles of hiking trails, all snaking through the seemingly endless wilderness of Bald Eagle State Forest. Pitch-up a tent at one of the park’s primitive or electrically-fed campsites, lace-up your favorite pair of hiking boots, and take a walk on the wilder side―taking all the biotic beauty Poe Valley State Park has to offer!

When to go

The ideal time to visit Poe Valley State Park is during the spring and fall when the weather is mild and the natural scenery is at its peak. Summer brings warm days perfect for water activities, while winter offers a quiet, frosty landscape for the hearty adventurer.

Know before you go

Check the weather forecast before your visit to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
Always stay on designated trails to protect the park's delicate ecosystems and your own safety.
Be aware of park hours, typically from 8:30am to 5pm, and plan your activities accordingly.
Remember to pack out all trash and leave the park as pristine as you found it.
Facilities such as restrooms and picnic areas are available, but it's wise to bring essential supplies.