Hills Creek State Park campground
Hills Creek State Park
Reservations are accepted at Hills Creek State Park camping area, allowing campers to secure their desired camping dates in advance. It is recommended to make reservations, especially during peak seasons, to ensure availability. The campground is open from April to October, making it an ideal destination for spring, summer, and early fall camping.
The best time of year to visit Hills Creek State Park camping area is during the summer months when the weather is warmer and allows for outdoor activities such as swimming, fishing, and hiking. The park offers a beautiful lake where visitors can enjoy boating and fishing. However, it is important to note that the park is also a popular destination for hunting during the appropriate seasons, so campers should be cautious and aware of their surroundings during hunting season.
Overall, Hills Creek State Park camping area in Pennsylvania offers a variety of amenities, accepts reservations, and is a great place to visit during the summer months for outdoor activities.
What's on-site at Hills Creek State Park
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Hills Creek State Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ives Run | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Tompkins River | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Leonard Harrison State Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Twin Streams Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Colton Point State Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Hills Creek State Park -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Crooked Cr Bl Catlin Hollow At Middlebury Center | 42 cfs | → |
| Tioga River Near Mansfield | 153 cfs | → |
| Tioga River At Tioga | 227 cfs | → |
| Corey Creek Near Mainesburg | 7 cfs | → |
| Tioga River At Tioga Junction | 276 cfs | → |
| Straight Run | 1 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Hills Creek State Park -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Hills Creek State Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Hills Creek State Park
Can I make reservations at Hills Creek State Park?
Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Hills Creek State Park?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Hills Creek State Park.