![]() Moshannon State Forest: Many designated sites are available throughout the forest. ![]() Intrepid hikers should explore beautiful Clendenin Branch. There are many vistas, including famous Hyner View. Enjoy the Chuck Keiper and Dount Hole Trails. Sproul State Forest: The largest of the state forests, Sproul covers over 305,000 acres. There are mountain bike trails and opportunities for paddling. The Pine Creek Trail, Mid State Trail, Golden Eagle Trail, and Black Forest Trails are all close. ![]() Tiadaghton State Forest: With an extensive hiking trail system that offers some of the best scenery in the state, Tiadaghton is camping paradise. Do not miss a scenic drive on Ridge Road with its many excellent vistas. Sizerville State Park is a scenic, quaint park that is worth visiting. Wild elk herds are in the forest, and sites are close to the elk viewing areas. Do not miss exploring the beautiful Quehanna Wild Area. Call 81 for a permit.Įlk State Forest: Several sites are available in the forest, including an equestrian camping area and a primitive campground. Susquehannock State Forest: The only designated sites for motorized camping are at the 2 Mile and Dyer equestrian camping areas, which are intended for horseback riders. Tioga State Forest has two primitive campgrounds at County Bridge and Asaph, but a fee is required. There are also mountain bike trails, rock climbing, and paddling. Tioga State Forest: There are several sites available, which are close to excellent hiking along the Pine Creek Gorge and Asaph area. The Appalachian Trail is close by, as are many other hiking trails, and two state parks, Caledonia and Pine Grove Furnace. Michaux State Forest: Has many designated sites throughout the forest. The sites in the Haldeman Tract are recommended due to the existence of a hiking and mountain bike trail system, and an excellent view from the hang glider launch, which offers superb sunsets. Weiser State Forest: Has about 18 individual and group sites on its various tracts. These camping areas have several sites making them ideal for larger groups. Loyalsock is unique for having four camping areas: Sand Spring, Masten, Onion Hole, and Bridle Trail. There are 69 sites spread throughout the state forest. Beautiful Worlds End State Park is nearby. The perfect option for hikers, as sites are close to the state forest’s extensive system of trails to vistas, waterfalls, gorges, ponds, and rock formations. Sites are often in scenic areas and hemlock groves. Loyalsock State Forest: Some of the best free campsites are found in this state forest. Also, Ricketts Glen is a short drive away, making Moon Lake an ideal alternative to that state park’s busy campground. Miles of mountain bike trails surround the camping area making this superb for bike riders. This is a best kept secret with a natural lake for fishing and paddling. Moon Lake Recreation Area has 12 sites, most have a fire ring and picnic table. Sites are nestled among pine, hemlocks, and rhododendrons. Pinchot State Forest: 3 sites at the Manny Gordon Recreation Area, pit toilets are nearby. For hikers, sites are close to the Thunder Swamp Trail system. For anglers and paddlers, these sites are close to the state forests numerous lakes and ponds. Click here to access the website.ĭelaware State Forest: 29 sites with fire ring, picnic table, sign board. You can see the location of the campsites, check availability, and see how to reserve them. These sites are usually primitive, free, and most a vehicle accessible. IMPORTANT UPDATE: There is now a website that shows the state forest campsites. While free, all sites require registration and permit so be sure to call first. If you have a camper van or small trailer, contact the office to see if they are allowed or can be accommodated. These sites are usually intended for tent camping. All sites are vehicle accessible, with your vehicle being at, or very close, to the campsite. Campsites are often along gravel forest roads which are usually in good shape, but can be muddy in spring, and impassable in winter. ![]() Do not expect toilets, showers, or running water. Most do not have any amenities, while a few may have picnic tables or a fire ring. Most of these free sites are on state forest lands. Pennsylvania features hundreds of free campsites for those looking for an inexpensive, isolated getaway, or refuge from the noise, crowds, and smoke of developed campgrounds. Loyalsock Creek near the Onion Hole camping area, Loyalsock State Forest. ![]()
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