Dispersed Camping in Centre County, Pennsylvania
Showing 30 locations in Centre County.
Aikens Cabins at Bear Meadows
A rustic cabin and camping area nestled in the woods near the Harvest Fields Community Trails.
Bald Eagle State Park
An expansive 5,900-acre state park located in the Bald Eagle Valley. The park surrounds a large reservoir and features diverse habitats, hiking trails, multiple developed campgrounds, and boat launches.
Bald Eagle State Park Rustic Campsites
A rustic developed camping area within Bald Eagle State Park, offering level, peaceful sites in a quiet forested setting near the lake. Features potable water stations, pit toilets, a dump station, and direct access to lakeside trails.
Bear Gap Road Dispersed Camping
Dispersed roadside camping pull-off along Bear Gap Road in Rothrock State Forest, offering a quiet wooded setting close to scenic vistas.
Bellefonte KOA Campground
A well-maintained commercial campground featuring a swimming pool, children's playground, and clean amenities. Tent sites are tucked away in a more private, dedicated section.
Camp Blue Diamond
Camp Blue Diamond is a developed retreat and campground facility nestled in Diamond Valley near Stormstown, Pennsylvania.
Camp Golden Pond
A rustic camp and event venue located near Pine Grove Mills, Pennsylvania. This property is primarily utilized for group bookings, scouts, and private events.
Forest Campsite SS004
Primitive forest campsite SS004 near Milesburg, located in a quiet wooded setting.
Forest Campsite SS005
Primitive forest campsite SS005 near Milesburg, located in a quiet wooded setting.
Gram and Pap’s Fort Bellefonte RV Park
A family-owned RV park featuring spacious grassy sites, full hookups, and recreational amenities. Access roads within the park can be rough and rutted, requiring a slow approach.
Kepler Road Dispersed
Potential dispersed camping pull-off located along Kepler Road in a quiet, wooded state forest setting.
Krislund Camp and Conference Center
A private camp and conference center offering cabins, group lodging, and seasonal camp programs.
Little Flat Tower Road Dispersed Site
A dispersed roadside pull-off located along Little Flat Tower Road in Rothrock State Forest.
Little Shingletown Trail Dispersed Site
A walk-in or roadside dispersed site located near the Little Shingletown Trailhead in Rothrock State Forest.
McDonald's Adjacent Parking Lot
A basic, paved parking area situated next to a McDonald's near the Interstate 80 and Route 220 interchange. Best suited for quick, single-night stays with convenient highway and restaurant access. Ensure you coordinate with local management if planning an extended rest.
Milesburg Forest Campsites SS004 & SS005
A pair of primitive forest campsites located in a scenic wooded valley near Milesburg.
North Run Road Campsite 1
Designated campsite #1 along North Run Road, offering a quiet, wooded pull-in spot with a rustic fire ring.
North Run Road Campsite 2
Designated campsite #2 along North Run Road, featuring a single-vehicle pull-off in a quiet forest setting.
North Run Road Campsite 3
Designated campsite #3 along North Run Road, providing a peaceful, forested clearing.
North Run Road Campsite 4
Designated campsite #4 along North Run Road, offering a simple wooded clearing suitable for car camping.
North Run Road Campsites
A series of designated, numbered campsites and an equestrian camping area located along North Run Road in Moshannon State Forest. These sites offer quiet, forested settings with rustic fire rings. Camping is strictly limited to these designated sites, and a free permit from the PA DCNR is required prior to arrival.
North Run Road Equestrian Camping
A designated equestrian-friendly camping area off North Run Road in Moshannon State Forest, featuring space for horse trailers.
Planet Fitness
Planet Fitness parking lot located in State College, offering potential standard commercial overnight parking options.
Rothrock State Forest Campsite #3
A primitive, designated campsite located along Laurel Run Road in Rothrock State Forest.
Rothrock State Forest Campsite 4
A single, quiet motorized campsite located within Rothrock State Forest along Detweiler Trail. The site features a flat gravel footprint with a picnic table and a fire ring, offering a serene, forested setting.
Sproul State Forest Campsite SS002
A quiet, designated motorized campsite located along Panther Road in the state forest.
Sproul State Forest Campsite SS003
A designated primitive motorized campsite located along Kato Orviston Road within Sproul State Forest.
State Line Road Campsite SS001
Designated dispersed motorized campsite SS001 located along State Line Road.
Stormstown Area Dispersed Site
A basic, isolated dispersed site situated in the wooded terrain near Stormstown.
Thickhead Road Dispersed
Scenic dispersed sites nested along Thickhead Road in Rothrock State Forest. This quiet corridor provides peaceful wooded campsites with convenient access to local hiking trails.