Island Grove Campground campground
Island Grove Campground
Reservations are accepted at Island Grove Campground, allowing campers to secure their preferred campsite in advance. It is advisable to make a reservation, especially during peak seasons, to guarantee availability. The best time of year to visit this campground is during the summer months when the weather is favorable for outdoor activities and the campground is bustling with fellow campers.
As with any camping area, there are a few things to be aware of while staying at Island Grove Campground. It is important to properly secure food and dispose of trash to minimize encounters with wildlife. Additionally, campers should be cautious of ticks and take necessary precautions to prevent tick bites. Overall, Island Grove Campground offers a charming and well-equipped camping area for individuals and families to enjoy the beauty of Pennsylvania's nature.
What's on-site at Island Grove Campground
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 Island Grove Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reeds Gap Tent Camping | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Bald Eagle #72 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Rothrock Campsite 6 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| 02 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| 04 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Island Grove Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Tuscarora Creek Near Port Royal | 393 cfs | → |
| Bixler Run Near Loysville | 6 cfs | → |
| Juniata River At Newport | 2,490 cfs | → |
| Juniata River At Lewistown | 1,760 cfs | → |
| Kishacoquillas Creek At Reedsville | 109 cfs | → |
| Sherman Creek At Shermans Dale | 99 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Island Grove Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlisle Water Plant | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Dauphin 2.6 Nne | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Carlisle 7.2 Ssw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| State College | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| State College 2.6 Nw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Paxtonia 1.7 E | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- State Game Lands 171
- State Game Lands 107
- Little Buffalo
- State Game Lands 088
- Reeds Gap State Park
- State Game Lands 281
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 Island Grove Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Island Grove Campground
Can I make reservations at Island Grove Campground?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
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 Island Grove Campground?
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 Island Grove Campground.