Campground Overview
About Blue Knob State Park
Isolated atop Pennsylvania’s second-highest peak, Blue Knob State Park Campground in Imler offers a serene camping experience where pristine trails meet breathtaking vistas, and natural beauty shines with every season. This compact campground perfectly balances seclusion with accessibility, boasting wooded and open field campsites, some with electric hookups, alongside walk-in and pet-friendly options.
With 50 campsites, this campground provides modern amenities such as warm showers, ADA-accessible restrooms, a sanitary dump station, and a playground, ensuring comfort amid its rugged charm. Adventurers can access hiking trails like the Lost Turkey Trail or Chappells Field Trail directly from the site, while winter transforms the park into a haven for skiing and snowmobiling. Within a short drive, visitors can explore Altoona, Bedford, or the nearby Blue Knob All Seasons Resort for skiing and golf.
Located just west of I-99, Blue Knob State Park combines a tranquil mountain setting with convenient proximity to local attractions, making it an ideal destination for weekend escapes, nature enthusiasts, and seasonal adventurers alike.
Vitals
Number of Sites
50
Elevation
1543feet 470meters
Pad Type
Unknown
Max Length
65feet
Details
Hookups
Partial Hookups
Hookup Details
Power Available
Pull-thru Sites
Unknown
Restrictions
None
Amenities
Pets
Dog Friendly
Kids
Yes, with playground
Bathhouse
Restrooms & Showers
Extras
Trash Collection, Water Available, Dump Station
Booking Information
Reservations
Takes Reservations
Season
Second Friday in April to mid-October
Booking Window
11 months
Where to Book
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