Bald Eagle State Forest
Open — Open year-round for reservations. State forest roads do not receive winter maintenance and motorized camping access is not guaranteed during winter months. Campfires prohibited March 1 through May 25 unless authorized, and when fire danger is high.
Winter Storm Watch issued January 23 at 2:48AM EST until January 26 at 1:00PM EST by NWS State College PA
* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 10 inches or more possible. * WHERE...All of Central Pennsylvania * WHEN...From Saturday evening through Monday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute.
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 23 at 2:39AM EST until January 24 at 10:00AM EST by NWS State College PA
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 18 below expected. * WHERE...Juniata River Valley and Middle Susquehanna River Valley * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills approaching 20 below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken.
About
Bald Eagle State Forest encompasses 194,602 acres in Snyder, Union, Centre, Mifflin, and Clinton Counties, providing solitude and dark night skies across high, sharp ridges and pristine mountain streams. The forest offers 45 designated roadside campsites for motorized camping, including both pull-off sites and hike-in tent sites accessed via short trails. These are singular, remote sites located along dirt and gravel roads with no developed facilities, hookups, or amenities. Primitive backpack camping is permitted in most areas without a permit for single-night stays, with the Mid State Trail offering excellent backpacking opportunities. All motorized camping requires advance reservations through the Pennsylvania State Parks and Forests system, with stays limited to seven consecutive nights.
Directions
From US-15, take PA-45 W in Lewisburg and continue 17.6 miles to the office on the left. From US-322, take PA-45 E for 39 miles to the office on the right. GPS coordinates: 40°54'26.4" N, 77°12'41.7" W.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 70ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (570) 922-3344 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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