Appalachian National Scenic Trail - Camping

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Susquehannock Campground

Mileage:51 mi

Description: Susquehannock is located on the 8,300 acre Raystown Lake, in the ridge and valley province of Pennsylvania. The lakeshore is old oak-hickory forest abutting the bases of mountain ridges, cliffs, and caves. Downstream from the lake is a gentle flowing river. Recreation season temperatures range from the 60's to lower 90's, with 3 to 4 inches of rain per month. The nights are cool and the days pleasant throughout the spring and fall. In the winter the temperature ranges from the teens to the 40's, with an average of 60 - 80 inches of snow. The campground is only 3 miles from groceries, bait, tackle, gas and a full service marina. Huntingdon, located 14 miles north, offers groceries, shopping, banking, physicians, hospital, vehicle service, restaurants and theaters. Penn State University is located 50 miles away; shopping malls are located 45 miles away in Altoona. Other attractions include the Lincoln and Indian Caverns, Altoona Railroader's Museum, Broad Top Railroad, Juanita College, and the Swigart Antique Car Museum. Summer activities include: Huntingdon Springfest, Raystown Lake Cleanup Day (last Saturday in August). Some fall activities include Hartslog Day and Octoberfest (both in October). There are also trails nearby, including Lower Trail (Rails to Trails), Terrace Mountain Trail, Old Loggers Trail and Mid State Trail. Winter skiing is also available. There is lake, stream and river fishing, as well as hunting for deer, turkey, grouse and Canadian geese. Local wildlife consists of white tailed deer, wild turkey, grouse, Canadian geese, pheasants, bald eagles, osprey, blue heron, and the occasional black bear. Campers should beware of evening skunk visits and the occasional copperhead snake.
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Seven Points Campground

Mileage:53 mi

Description: Seven Points is located on the 8,300 acre Raystown Lake, in the ridge and valley providence of Pennsylvania. The lakeshore is old oak-hickory forest abutting the bases of mountain ridges, cliffs, and caves. Downstream from the lake is a gentle flowing river. Recreation season temperatures range from the 60s to lower 90s, with 3 to 4 inches of rain per month. The nights are cool and the days pleasant throughout the spring and fall. In the winter the temperature ranges from the teens to the 40s, with an average of 60-80 inches of snow. The campground offers a full service marina and is located 1 mile from groceries, bait, tackle and gas. Huntingdon, located 11 miles north, offers groceries, shopping, banking, physicians, hospital, vehicle service, restaurants and theaters. Penn State University is located 45 miles away; shopping malls are located 40 miles away in Altoona. Other attractions include the Lincoln and Indian Caverns, Altoona Railroader's Museum, Broad Top Railroad, Juanita College, and the Swigart Antique Car Museum. Summer activities include the Critter Night - First Friday night in August at the Seven Points Amphitheater, Huntingdon Springfest, Raystown Lake Cleanup Day (last Saturday in August). Some fall activities include Hartslog Day and Octoberfest (both in October). There are also trails nearby, including Lower Trail (Rails to Trails), Terrace Mountain Trail, Old Loggers Trail and Mid State Trail. Winter skiing is also available. There is lake, stream and river fishing, as well as hunting for deer, turkey, grouse and Canada geese. Local wildlife consists of white tailed deer, wild turkey, grouse, Canada geese, pheasants, bald eagles, osprey, blue heron, and the occasional black bear. Campers should be aware of evening skunk visits and the occasional copperhead snake.
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Sky Meadows State Park Campground

Mileage:103 mi

Description: The land for this park was donated in 1975 by Paul Mellon of Upperville to the Commonwealth of Virginia. It consisted of 1,132 acres. The name Sky Meadows came from former owner Sir Robert Hadow, who named the property "Skye Farm" after an island in Scotland. A 248-acre corridor between the park and U.S. Rt. 50 containing 3 miles of the Appalachian Trail was added in 1987. In 1988 Mellon donated another 462 acres. This area has been developed into an equestrian staging and bridle trail area. Just an hour's drive from Washington, D.C., Sky Meadows State Park in Clarke and Fauquier counties, offers a peaceful getaway on the eastern side of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Rich in history, the park has rolling pastures and woodlands, scenic vistas and provides a look into a bygone era. The park also has access to the Appalachian Trail and a primitive hike-in campground, as well as picnicking, hiking and riding trails, interpretive programs and a visitor center/gift shop. Size: 1,862 acres.
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Twin Lakes Campground

Mileage:125 mi

Description: Located north of Wilcox, PA and south of Kane, PA via State Route 321 and Forest Road 191, the campground is situated near a small man-made, spring-fed, trout-stocked lake. Vegetation is forested hills. Campground is open from mid April to mid December. Reservations are accepted Memorial Day through Labor Day. First come, first serve sites are available. Group sites include the use of pavilion and are available for both Day Use gatherings and overnight camping. www.alleghenysite.com
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Trout Pond Campground

Mileage:129 mi

Description: Trout Pond, named for the only natural lake in West Virginia, is a unique area of lakes and streams, and mountains and sinkholes, all surrounded by the beautiful hills of West Virginia. The recreation area offers camping, picnicking, swimming, boating, hiking, fishing and more. Trout Pond has 50 campsites each complete with a fire ring and picnic table. Hot-water showers and restrooms are an easy walk from each site. Fourteen sites have electrical hook-ups, and a dump station is in the area. The day-use area includes a white-sand swim beach, boat launch, bathhouse, playground, and 30 picnic sites. All visitors 6 years old and older pay a day-use fee. All campers parking in Day Use Area must pay Day Use Parking fees. There are 2 group picnic areas available. Each accommodates as many as 100 people. Site A has a shelter, Site B is uncovered. Group picnic area reservations must be made in advance through the reservation system.
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Note: All mileage numbers are "as the crow flies"