Weiser State Forest
Open for reservations through December 31, 2026 and beyond. Maximum 7-night continuous stay with a mandatory 48-hour break between bookings. Campfires are prohibited March 1 through May 25 without authorization from the district office. Winter roads are unmaintained and unplowed.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 1 at 10:44AM EDT until July 3 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS State College PA
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 110 expected. For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 104 expected. * WHERE...A portion of central Pennsylvania. * WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM EDT Friday. For the Heat Advisory, from 8 PM Friday to 8 PM EDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High temperatures will exceed 100 degrees in many places today, Thursday and Friday with even higher heat index values expected. Temperatures will be a few degrees lower on Saturday, but heat risks will continue.
Heat Advisory issued July 1 at 10:44AM EDT until July 4 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS State College PA
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 110 expected. For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 104 expected. * WHERE...A portion of central Pennsylvania. * WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM EDT Friday. For the Heat Advisory, from 8 PM Friday to 8 PM EDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High temperatures will exceed 100 degrees in many places today, Thursday and Friday with even higher heat index values expected. Temperatures will be a few degrees lower on Saturday, but heat risks will continue.
About
Weiser State Forest, named after frontier diplomat Conrad Weiser, spans nearly 30,000 acres across 16 tracts in central Pennsylvania. The Roaring Creek Tract hosts most of the designated camping, offering a mix of roadside, hike-in, and equestrian sites perfect for those seeking a primitive camping experience in the Pennsylvania woods. The campground features 18 reservable sites: 6 roadside sites, 8 roadside hike-in sites, and 4 equestrian sites at the Mud Run Equine Camping Area. Each site includes a parking pad, picnic table, and fire ring. Equestrian sites also have high lines for horses. The area offers extensive single-track trails ideal for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. This is true primitive camping with no developed facilities, hookups, or modern conveniences. Campers must pack out all trash. Restrooms are available at nearby picnic areas including Minnich Hit. The Roaring Creek Tract has special deed restrictions, so review posted rules at entrances.
Directions
The Weiser State Forest Resource Management Center is located on PA-42 between Aristes and Numidia in the Roaring Creek Tract. The office address is 16 Aristes Lane, Aristes, PA 17920.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| 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 | 60ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 60ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| fd18@pa.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (570) 875-6450 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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