Within about a half hour of Huntingdon, Pennsylvania, you’ll find half a dozen or so campgrounds, and most of them cluster around Raystown Lake to the south. The campgrounds right on the water are run by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, a few private parks sit a short drive off the lake, and James Creek RV Resort is the county’s full-service RV option, with 207 back-in sites, 5 furnished cabins, and hookups minutes west of the water.
Huntingdon borough is the seat of Huntingdon County, tucked into Pennsylvania’s south-central ridge-and-valley country where the Juniata River meets the Raystown Lake region. Nearly all of the county’s camping sits south of town, strung along the lake and the small communities of Entriken, Saxton, and James Creek. This guide maps those campgrounds by location and hookups so you can see where each one fits.
Camping Around Huntingdon County
Raystown Lake and the South-County Cluster
Almost everything worth knowing about camping near Huntingdon comes down to Raystown Lake. At 8,300 acres, it’s the largest lake entirely inside Pennsylvania, and it sits just south of Huntingdon borough. Seven Points is the central hub of the lake, about 11 miles south of Huntingdon, with the busiest marina, the swim beach, and the largest Corps campground. Entriken is a small community on the lake’s south side, roughly 16 miles south of town, near Lake Raystown Resort and the turn for Trough Creek.
James Creek, Tatman Run, Trough Creek, and Saxton
James Creek is the small community on the lake’s west side, home to James Creek RV Resort and a short drive from the James Creek boat launch. Tatman Run is a Corps day-use beach and boat launch on the west side, also a short drive away. Trough Creek State Park sits near James Creek and is reached from Huntingdon by driving about 16 miles south on PA 26, then a few miles east on PA 994; it’s the hiking anchor, with Balanced Rock and Rainbow Falls. Saxton anchors the south end of the region, farther from Huntingdon, and is home to Timber Run Campground. For a deeper look at camping on and around the water, see our Raystown Lake camping guide.
Campgrounds Near Huntingdon Compared
Here’s how the main campgrounds near Huntingdon line up by location and hookups, from James Creek RV Resort to the on-lake Corps sites and the nearby private parks. Availability and rates change, so confirm details with each campground before you book.
| Campground | Location from Huntingdon | Hookups | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| James Creek RV Resort | Short drive south, minutes west of the lake | 20/30/50-amp electric and water at every site, dump station on site, no sewer at the site (pump-out for long-term guests) | Full-service RV and cabin stays near the water |
| Seven Points Campground (USACE) | About 11 miles south, on the lake | Electric hookups, hot showers, dump station | Being right on the lake near the marina and trails |
| Susquehannock Campground (USACE) | About 6 miles south on PA 26, then east, on the lake | Non-electric, primitive; some waterfront sites | A quiet, rustic on-lake tent or small-rig site |
| Lake Raystown Resort | Near Entriken, on the lake’s south side | Full-hookup RV and tent sites, cabins, yurts, villas | A large waterfront resort with lodging variety |
| Trough Creek State Park | About 16 miles south via PA 26 and PA 994 | Rustic campsites, no full hookups | Hikers who want Balanced Rock and Rainbow Falls |
| Pleasant Hills Campground | Near Hesston and Seven Points Marina | Full hook-up RV and tent sites (seasonal) | Families near the marina and the Allegrippis trails |
| Timber Run Campground | Near Saxton, south end of the region | Full-hookup RV sites, cabins, and glamping | Families who want a pool and theme weekends |
Coming from Altoona or State College
Altoona is the closest city to the Raystown Lake area, sitting northwest of Huntingdon. From Altoona, the drive down to the lake runs under an hour by way of US 22 and PA 26, which makes James Creek RV Resort a practical base if you’re searching for camping near Altoona, PA but want to be on the water. State College is a similar distance to the northeast, an easy drive via US 322 and PA 26. Either way, you’re coming into Huntingdon County from the north and heading south toward the lake and the campgrounds around it.
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More James Creek and Raystown Lake guides:
- Raystown Lake Camping
- Year-Round RV Parks Near James Creek, PA
- Seasonal Camping Near James Creek, PA
Plan the rest of your visit with the Huntingdon County Visitors Bureau, and read up on Trough Creek State Park from PA DCNR.
James Creek RV Resort
James Creek RV Resort sits minutes west of Raystown Lake, off the water, in the small community of James Creek, a short drive south of Huntingdon borough. It’s Huntingdon County’s full-service RV option, built for travelers who want hookups, a heated pool, and cabins rather than a rustic on-lake site. You’re a short drive from the James Creek boat launch, Tatman Run beach, Seven Points marina, and Trough Creek State Park, so you get quick water access without giving up the amenities.
The resort has 207 back-in RV sites, plus 5 furnished cabins for guests traveling without a rig. On-site you’ll find a heated swimming pool, a playground, a camp store with a sandwich shop and ice cream, bathhouses, coin laundry, and gated entry. It’s a practical home base for a Raystown Lake trip: you camp near the water, then come back to real hookups and a hot shower at the end of the day. Check current rates and availability at James Creek RV Resort before you book, since summer weekends fill early around the lake.
Sites & Hookups
Every RV site at James Creek RV Resort comes with 20/30/50-amp electric and water at the site, plus a dump station on the property. There’s no sewer at the site, and pump-out service is available for long-term guests. All 207 sites are back-in, so plan your approach and bring your leveling gear.
Compared with the on-lake Corps campgrounds near Huntingdon, which run electric-only or fully primitive, this is the hookup setup most RV travelers want: power and water at every site, a dump station on the way out, and a short drive to the boat launch.
What's On-Site
James Creek RV Resort packs in the amenities that the on-lake Corps campgrounds near Huntingdon do not have. A heated swimming pool, a playground, and basketball and volleyball courts keep kids busy on downtime. A camp store with a sandwich shop and ice cream handles the small stuff, bathhouses and coin laundry cover the basics, and gated entry adds a layer of quiet. Boat and RV storage, on-site propane fill and firewood sales, and on-site fishing round it out.
What Guests Say
4.3 stars across 119 Google reviews. Guests consistently call out the clean bathhouses, the friendly staff, and how well-kept the sites are, and families mention the heated pool as a reason the kids want to come back. For a full-service campground near Huntingdon with gated entry, that steady feedback is the story: people book it as a base near the water and return for the consistency.
Other Campgrounds Near Huntingdon, PA
<p>James Creek RV Resort is Huntingdon County’s full-service RV option, but several other campgrounds serve the Huntingdon and Raystown Lake area, from on-lake Corps sites to nearby private parks. Availability and policies change, so call ahead before you plan.</p>
Seven Points Campground
The largest on-lake campground at Raystown Lake, with over 260 sites for tents, RVs, and trailers, hot showers, water hydrants, and a dump station, plus quick access to boating, swimming, and the Allegrippis trails. Sites book months ahead for summer weekends. Visit website.
Susquehannock Campground
A primitive on-lake campground with more than 60 newly renovated non-electric sites, including over 20 tent-only sites and some waterfront spots, with hot showers available nearby at Seven Points Beach. Good for campers who want to be on the water and do not need hookups. Visit website.
Lake Raystown Resort
A 400-acre on-lake resort with full-hookup RV and tent sites plus cabins, yurts, and villas, a marina, a waterpark, and a full slate of family activities and events. It is the biggest on-water resort option in the Huntingdon area and a genuine alternative if you want to stay right on the water. Visit website.
Trough Creek State Park
A 541-acre state park bordering Raystown Lake and Rothrock State Forest, with rugged hiking trails and natural landmarks like Balanced Rock and Rainbow Falls. Camping is rustic, so it suits tent campers and hikers over big rigs. Reserve through Pennsylvania State Parks. Visit website.
Pleasant Hills Campground
A family-owned campground near Raystown Lake with full hook-up sites for RVs and tenters, less than three miles from the Allegrippis biking and hiking trails and close to Seven Points Marina. It runs a seasonal calendar, so confirm open dates when you book. Visit website.
Timber Run Campground
A family-owned mountainside campground near Raystown Lake with full-hookup RV sites, deluxe cabins, and glamping options, plus a saltwater pool, a unique playground, a country store, and theme weekends through the season. Pets are welcome. Visit website.
Frequently Asked Questions
What campgrounds are near Huntingdon, PA?
Most campgrounds near Huntingdon sit south of town around Raystown Lake. They include the on-lake U.S. Army Corps of Engineers sites Seven Points and Susquehannock, the on-lake Lake Raystown Resort near Entriken, rustic camping at Trough Creek State Park, and private parks a short drive off the water such as James Creek RV Resort, Pleasant Hills Campground, and Timber Run Campground near Saxton.
Is there camping at Raystown Lake near Huntingdon?
Yes. Raystown Lake is just south of Huntingdon, and you can camp right on the water at the Corps of Engineers campgrounds like Seven Points and Susquehannock or at Lake Raystown Resort. If you want hookups, a heated pool, and cabins, James Creek RV Resort is a full-service option minutes west of the lake.
What is the closest full-hookup RV park to Huntingdon?
James Creek RV Resort is the closest full-service RV resort on the lake’s west side, a short drive south of Huntingdon. Every site has 20/30/50-amp electric and water, plus a dump station on the property. There’s no sewer at the site, and pump-out service is available for long-term guests. It’s a full-service base near the water with power and water at every site.
How far is James Creek RV Resort from Huntingdon or Altoona?
James Creek RV Resort is a short drive south of Huntingdon borough, in the community of James Creek on Raystown Lake’s west side. Altoona sits northwest and is generally under an hour away via US 22 and PA 26. For exact drive times to your site, check with the park.
Are there year-round campgrounds in Huntingdon County?
Some private parks near the lake run a seasonal calendar, while others stay open longer into the year. For an overview of which options operate year-round near the lake’s west side, see our year-round RV parks near James Creek guide, and confirm current season dates with James Creek RV Resort before you plan.
Check Availability at James Creek RV Resort
James Creek RV Resort by RJourney is Huntingdon County's full-service base for a Raystown Lake trip: 207 back-in RV sites with 20/30/50-amp electric and water, 5 furnished cabins, a heated pool, a camp store, and gated entry, all a short drive south of Huntingdon and minutes west of the lake. Check current rates and availability before summer weekends fill.
See all site types, cabins, and live availability on the James Creek RV Resort page.
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