Susquehannock

Overview

Susquehannock Campground offers a peaceful, primitive camping experience along the shores of Raystown Lake, nestled among the forested ridges of central Pennsylvania . The campground features more than 60 recently renovated, non-electric campsites, including over 20 tent-only sites. Many sites offer waterfront views, while others are nestled among the campground’s wooded, hilly terrain, providing a more secluded camping experience.

Each campsite includes a level camping and parking pad, picnic table, fire ring with grill, and lantern pole. As a primitive campground, Susquehannock does not offer electric, water, or sewer hookups. Vault toilets are available throughout the campground, and campers can access potable water near the campground entrance. Hot showers and flush restrooms are available at Seven Points Beach, approximately a 15-minute drive away.

Susquehannock is especially popular with mountain bikers because of its convenient access to the internationally acclaimed 36-mile Allegrippis Trail System. Campers can also enjoy easy access to Raystown Lake for boating, fishing, swimming, paddling, and other water-based recreation from the Susquehannock shoreline, as well as nearby hiking trails and other outdoor activities.

With its scenic waterfront setting and secluded atmosphere, Susquehannock is an ideal choice for campers seeking a quieter, more natural camping experience while still being within a short drive of the beaches, marina, restaurants, shopping, and other amenities of the Seven Points area.

Have questions? Give us a call at the Raystown Lake Ranger Office- (814) 658-3405.

Recreation

Outdoor recreation opportunities abound at Raystown- enjoy camping, boating, mountain biking, hiking, hunting, fishing, swimming, disc golf, birdwatching, seasonal outdoor performances and educational programs, and more!

Susquehannock is the preferred campground of many visiting mountain bikers due to it's proximity and easy access to the internationally-acclaimed, 36-mile Allegrippis Trail System . Those looking to build their skills can visit the mountain bike skills park near the Visitors Center in nearby Seven Points. For a more relaxed ride, check out the nearby Lower Trail —a scenic rail-trail that's a short 20 minute drive from Seven Points.

Boating is a favorite activity at Raystown Lake, and with no boat horsepower limit, the water-based fun is nearly endless. Enjoy high-speed tubing, water skiing, and wakeboarding—or opt for more relaxed options like pontoon cruising, kayaking, canoeing, and paddleboarding. The expansive 28-mile lake offers space for both adventure and peaceful coves perfect for swimming or lounging. Snag a waterfront campsite to enjoy easy access to the shoreline (although the waterfront is shared by all campers, so feel free to use it even if you don't have a site near the water)!

On land, the Greenside Pathway —a recycled rubber-tire trail—links campgrounds to all Seven Points facilities and offers campers a much safer path than the road to get around the park. Hikers can also explore the 25-mile Terrace Mountain Trail , 3.5-mile Old Loggers Trail , or the 1-mile Hillside Nature Trail . Nearby Trough Creek State Park features scenic trails with natural landmarks like Balanced Rock, Rainbow Falls, and the Ice Mine.

Camping is one of the best ways to enjoy Raystown. The USACE-operated Seven Points Campground offers over 260 sites with convenient access to lake activities and trails. For a more primitive experience, try Susquehannock Campground and Nancy’s Boat-to-Shore Campground ( only accessible by boat ), which both feature well-maintained, waterfront campsites in addition to more secluded, shaded sites. Lake Raystown Resort is a full-service, privately-operated resort complex featuring campsites, cabins, yurts, a lodge and conference center, marina, waterpark, and restaurant .

Each summer weekend, park rangers and environmental education interns host free educational and entertainment programs for all ages at the Seven Points amphitheater, public swim beaches, and campgrounds.

New! Seven Points now features two highly-rated disc golf courses : the beginner-friendly Pine 9 and the more advanced Ravine 18 , offering scenic and fun play for all skill levels.

Raystown is also a prime destination for hunting and fishing . Anglers can reel in striped bass, trout, walleye, crappie, and more from shore, boat, or below the dam. Public lands around the lake are open for seasonal hunting of deer, turkey, and small game, in line with PA Game Commission regulations.

Facilities

Susquehannock is a primitive campground that offers more than 60 newly-renovated campsites, including over 20 tent-only sites. Campers who stayed in Susquehannock before our major renovation project (occurring 2017-2021) will appreciate that each site now features level camping and parking pads, a fire ring with a grill, picnic…

Managed by a US federal agency. Data source: ridb.recreation.gov.