Owl campground
Owl
Reservations are accepted at Owl camping area, allowing visitors to secure their preferred campsite in advance. It is advisable to make reservations, especially during peak seasons, to ensure availability.
The best time to visit Owl camping area is during the spring and fall months when the weather is mild and the foliage offers beautiful scenery. However, it is important to note that the campground is open year-round, with limited amenities available during the winter season.
While staying at Owl camping area, campers can explore the nearby hiking trails and enjoy wildlife viewing opportunities. It is essential to be cautious of the local wildlife, including bears and snakes, and take proper precautions to ensure a safe camping experience. Overall, Owl camping area offers a tranquil and well-equipped camping experience for those looking to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of Pennsylvania.
What's on-site at Owl
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 Owl, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baden Powell | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| James West | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| White Buffalo | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Staff Site | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Bob White | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Owl -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Penns Creek At Penns Creek | 298 cfs | → |
| West Branch Susquehanna River At Lewisburg | 11,700 cfs | → |
| Wb Susquehanna River At Lock Haven | 6,220 cfs | → |
| Kishacoquillas Creek At Reedsville | 139 cfs | → |
| Bald Eagle Creek Near Beech Creek Station | 517 cfs | → |
| Susquehanna River At Sunbury | 33,500 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Owl -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Williamsport Rgnl | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| State College | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Mahantango Ck | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| State College 2.6 Nw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Dauphin 2.6 Nne | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Valley View 0.5 W | 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.
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 Owl as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Owl
Can I make reservations at Owl?
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 Owl?
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 Owl.