This private campground accommodates RVs up to 50 feet with full hookups and operates year-round, making it accessible for both seasonal and winter camping. Located between two mountains with a creek running alongside, the property offers drive-in access plus boat-in options for water-based arrivals.
The facility maintains consistently clean restrooms and showers, with multiple campers highlighting the cleanliness standards. Sites accommodate both short-term visitors and seasonal campers, some with permanent structures attached to their setups. A playground serves families with children, while the mountain setting provides opportunities to spot local wildlife. Tiffany K. found the location "while going to Elk State Forest for the elk bugling" and appreciated the clean facilities and creek-side setting.
The campground serves as a base for exploring the Elk State Forest region, with Ridge Road North Campsite — Elk State Forest located nearby for additional forest access. Pets are welcome throughout the property. While most sites work well for standard camping setups, the terrain limits options for hammock camping to just a few sites with suitable tree spacing.
Reservations are available for planning visits, and the owners handle day-to-day operations on-site.
Description
Austin Campground is the ideal location for your next adventure in Potter County, Pennsylvania. We offer modern, very clean, and well kept campground and facilities, everything for your comfort and convenience.Potter County is full of natural excitement, and at Austin Campground, you and your family can see it all. From the areas magnificent Benezette ELK herds, to visiting the beautiful Pennsylvania Grand Canyon, there is something for everyone in every season. Austin Campground accommodates all camping preferences, including full-service modern rental cabins, sites for large motor homes or RVs and, of course, classic sites for tents of all sizes.
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Location
Private CampgroundAustin Campground is located in Pennsylvania
Directions
From the South East From I-80 Lock Haven Exit 178 to Highway 220 to Lock Haven. Take Rt.120 West until Sinnemahoning. Turn right onto Rt. 872 go 21 miles. Turn right onto Nelson Run Road go one mile to the entrance of the park.From the North FromRt. 6 take Rt. 872 South go 19.8 miles. Turn left onto Nelson Run Road go one mile to park entrance.From the South West From Dubois go North to Sinnemahoning. Make left onto Rt. 872 go 21 miles. Turn right onto Nelson Run Road go one mile to the entrance of the park.Please be advised that using your GPS for directions may place you on mountainous roads. We suggest you keep on paved penn dot roads. With the exception of our road Nelson Run Road.
Address
364 Nelson Run Road
Austin, PA 16720
Coordinates
41.56855221 N
78.09155136 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 1 hr 50 min from State College, PA
- 2 hrs 3 min from Williamsport, PA
- 2 hrs 6 min from Altoona, PA
- 2 hrs 7 min from Elmira, NY
