Road 1 Box 222
Hesston (near Altoona), PA
814-658-3405
Description:
Seven Points is located on the 8,300 acre Raystown Lake, in the ridge and valley providence of Pennsylvania. The lakeshore is old oak-hickory forest abutting the bases of mountain ridges, cliffs, and caves. Downstream from the lake is a gentle flowing river. Recreation season temperatures range from the 60s to lower 90s, with 3 to 4 inches of rain per month. The nights are cool and the days pleasant throughout the spring and fall. In the winter the temperature ranges from the teens to the 40s, with an average of 60-80 inches of snow. The campground offers a full service marina and is located 1 mile from groceries, bait, tackle and gas. Huntingdon, located 11 miles north, offers groceries, shopping, banking, physicians, hospital, vehicle service, restaurants and theaters. Penn State University is located 45 miles away; shopping malls are located 40 miles away in Altoona. Other attractions include the Lincoln and Indian Caverns, Altoona Railroader's Museum, Broad Top Railroad, Juanita College, and the Swigart Antique Car Museum. Summer activities include the Critter Night - First Friday night in August at the Seven Points Amphitheater, Huntingdon Springfest, Raystown Lake Cleanup Day (last Saturday in August). Some fall activities include Hartslog Day and Octoberfest (both in October). There are also trails nearby, including Lower Trail (Rails to Trails), Terrace Mountain Trail, Old Loggers Trail and Mid State Trail. Winter skiing is also available. There is lake, stream and river fishing, as well as hunting for deer, turkey, grouse and Canada geese. Local wildlife consists of white tailed deer, wild turkey, grouse, Canada geese, pheasants, bald eagles, osprey, blue heron, and the occasional black bear. Campers should be aware of evening skunk visits and the occasional copperhead snake.
Services & Amenities:
| Within Facility |
- Accessible Restroom
- Boat Launch Ramp
- Comfort Station
- Dump Station
- Flush Toilet
- Hiking Trail
- Interpretive Trails
- Marina
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- Mountain Biking
- Playground
- Potable Water
- Public Marina
- Showers
- Swimming
- Telephone
- Visitors Center
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| Within 10 Miles |
- Auto Repair
- Banking Services
- Boat Sales
- Camper Storage
- College
- Concession
- Family Campground
- Fishing Supplies
- Forest District Office
- Game Commision
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- Gas And Propane
- Grocery
- Hospital
- Library
- Lodge
- Movie Theater
- Restaurants
- Store - Convenience
- Visitor Center
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Important Info:
Alerts and Important Information
Reservations must be made at least 3 days in advance. This campground requires a 2 day minimum stay on weekends. This campground requires a 3 day minimum stay on holiday weekends. Alcohol permitted in moderation. Review campground rules when checking in. Maximum 2 units per site (2nd must be a tent). Second units must be registered at the campground when you arrive. If you arrive after the entrance station closes, you must check-in at the station no later than 8 am the next morning. If reservation system shows nothing available, please contact the campground for the availability. April/May and September/October all sites are first come, first served. No advance reservations available.
Open From:
Jun 17 2010 to Dec 14 2010
Fees:
Peak Season May 27 2010 - Sep 06 2010 |
TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC |
$21.00 |
| STANDARD ELECTRIC |
$20.00-$25.00 |
Walk In Season Sep 07 2010 - Nov 01 2010 |
TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC |
$21.00 |
| STANDARD ELECTRIC |
$20.00-$25.00 |
Walk In Season Apr 01 2011 - May 25 2011 |
TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC |
$21.00 |
| STANDARD ELECTRIC |
$20.00-$25.00 |
Peak Season May 26 2011 - Sep 06 2011 |
TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC |
$21.00 |
| STANDARD ELECTRIC |
$20.00-$25.00 |
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Contact Details:
Campground Phone: 814-658-3405
Reservation Phone: 877-444-6777
Customer Service Phone:888-445-1474
Backcountry Permits Phone: 877-550-6777
Seven Points Campground Reservations