Patton, Pennsylvania, draws RV campers to its doorstep at Prince Gallitzin State Park, home to Glendale Lake's clear waters and endless trails. Six parks in our directory offer spots from $35 nightly. Camp here to fish at dawn, hike forested ridges by noon, and unwind under starry Allegheny skies.
Patton nestles in Cambria County's Appalachian foothills along Route 36, a former coal mining hub where old tipples still stand near the borough's core. Prince Gallitzin State Park dominates with its 6,249 acres, including 1,635-acre Glendale Lake for boating and swimming. Local spots like the Patton Community Center host summer festivals, while the nearby Gallitzin Tunnels draw rail fans to Horseshoe Curve.
Prince Gallitzin State Park suits families with WiFi, showers, 50-amp hookups, and a playground at $35 to $49 per night. Modern Cabins there provide upscale stays with 30- and 50-amp service for $70 to $92. Group Tent Camping Area fits crews at a flat $43 nightly, also with showers and full hookups. Ridge Top Retreat welcomes pets with showers and drinking water for $99.
Patton stands out for its coal mining history and access to Prince Gallitzin State Park. Cambria County's rolling hills surround the borough, where old mine remnants line Route 36. The park's Glendale Lake draws boaters and anglers, blending industrial past with outdoor pursuits in a tight-knit community of 1,750 residents.
Prince Gallitzin State Park and Ridge Top Retreat top the list of six directory parks near Patton. Prince Gallitzin features multiple sites with showers, WiFi, and 50-amp hookups along Glendale Lake, five miles northeast. Ridge Top Retreat offers pet-friendly spots with drinking water, ten minutes from town.
Ridge Top Retreat welcomes pets with showers and drinking water at $99 per night. This retreat sits close to Patton, ideal for travelers with dogs exploring Prince Gallitzin State Park trails. Other parks focus on families or groups but lack explicit pet policies.
