Openings · last 7 days
2
Booking reality
Campsite Sniper detected 2 site openings here in the last 7 days
01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-251963
When Nancy's Boat to Shore Campground (PA) reopens
Nancy's Boat to Shore Campground (PA)'s openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
3
Openings · last 90 days
3
Only 3 openings in the last 90 days: not enough recent activity for a reliable pattern. A free Campsite Sniper alert watches around the clock instead, and pings you the moment one opens.
02 · Availability Outlook · Sep 18 – Oct 31, 2026 · of 50 monitored sites
Of the 2,200 tracked site-nights (Sep 18 – Oct 31, 2026): 2,164 open for online reservation · 36 reserved.
Where the open windows are
1.6% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation. 2,164 of 2,200 remain open; here is where they are.
Load status
Sep 18 – Oct 31, 2026Not open online1.6%
Open site-nights2,164 / 2,200
Reserved (of online inventory)36 / 2,200
Weekday openings1,192
Weekend openings972
Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 1,192 fall on weekdays and 972 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Sep 2026 – Oct 2026October holds the most room. 1,546 of 1,550 site-nights are still open there.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 50 sites| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labor Day | SAT Sep 5 | 0 | None open |
| SUN Sep 6 | 0 | None open | |
| MON Sep 7 | 0 | None open |
Labor Day: no online availability on any tracked night.
Best-availability sites
Most open site-nights · tracked window| Site | Open site-nights |
|---|---|
| 03 | 44 |
| 07 | 44 |
| 08 | 44 |
| 10 | 44 |
| 11 | 44 |
The 5 sites with the most open site-nights in the current snapshot. Pair a bookable date with a free alert to cover everything else.
Next windows
As of Sep 18, 2026 snapshotNext open dateFri · Sep 18
Next open weekendFri · Sep 18
The next bookable night is Sep 18; the first open weekend starts Sep 18. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.
Stays and site detail
2,164 open site-nights across 50 sites at Nancy's Boat to Shore Campground (PA), from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.
Multi-night stays. 58 2-night, 57 3-night, 53 7-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest Sep 18 at site 03.
All 50 sites with current availability
| Site | Max RV | Hookups | Open site-nights | Longest run | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 07 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 08 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 10 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 11 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 12 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 13 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 14 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 15 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 17 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 18 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 19 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 20 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 21 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 22 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 23 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 24 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 25 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 26 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 28 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 29 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 30 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 32 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 33 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 34 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 35 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 36 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 37 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 38 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 39 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 40 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 41 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 42 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 43 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 44 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 45 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 46 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 47 | Not recorded | None | 44 | 44 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29 +32 more |
| 48 | Not recorded | None | 43 | 43 nights | Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30 +31 more |
| 49 | Not recorded | None | 43 | 42 nights | Sep 18, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30 +31 more |
| 02 | Not recorded | None | 42 | 35 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1 +30 more |
| 05 | Not recorded | None | 42 | 42 nights | Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1 +30 more |
| 06 | Not recorded | None | 42 | 42 nights | Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1 +30 more |
| 01 | Not recorded | None | 41 | 32 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2 +29 more |
| 27 | Not recorded | None | 41 | 35 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2 +29 more |
| 31 | Not recorded | None | 41 | 35 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2 +29 more |
| 09 | Not recorded | None | 40 | 35 nights | Sep 18, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2, Oct 3 +28 more |
| 50 | Not recorded | None | 40 | 35 nights | Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2, Oct 3 +28 more |
| 04 | Not recorded | None | 39 | 24 nights | Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30 +27 more |
| 16 | Not recorded | None | 38 | 38 nights | Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2, Oct 3, Oct 4, Oct 5 +26 more |
About Nancy's Boat to Shore Campground (PA)
Overview
Nancy’s Boat-to-Shore Campground offers a secluded, primitive camping experience at Raystown Lake, accessible ONLY by boat (absolutely NO motor vehicle access). Located on Raystown’s western shoreline in the main channel between mile markers 15 and 16, Nancy’s provides a peaceful getaway from the busier developed areas of the lake. The campground is approximately a 20-minute motorboat ride or a 1.5- to 2.5-hour paddle from the James Creek and Aitch Boat Launch areas.
With 50 designated tent-only campsites , Nancy’s offers a mix of open, grassy sites to shaded, wooded sites, all within easy access to the waterfront. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with a grill. Excellent fishing, abundant wildlife, and direct access to the lake by boat make Nancy’s an ideal destination for campers looking to disconnect, explore, and enjoy a more remote Raystown Lake experience.
Recreation
Nancy’s Boat-to-Shore Campground is an excellent destination for campers who want to spend their stay near the water and away from the crowds. Bring your boat, kayak, canoe, or paddleboard and explore the coves and miles of undeveloped shoreline surrounding the campground.
Fishing is a popular activity at Raystown Lake, with opportunities to catch smallmouth and largemouth bass, muskellunge, striped bass, brown trout, and other species. The secluded shoreline also provides excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing, photography, swimming, paddling, and relaxing by the water.
Campers can explore nearby destinations by boat, including Trough Creek State Park, Seven Points, and Lake Raystown Resort . For those looking to explore the region by land, nearby trails include the Terrace Mountain Trail, Old Loggers Trail, and Allegrippis Trail System .
Camping at Nancy’s is best suited for visitors seeking a self-sufficient, primitive experience and the freedom to explore Raystown Lake from the water.
Facilities
Nancy’s Boat-to-Shore Campground is a primitive, tent-only campground accessible only by boat . The campground has 50 designated campsites, with a maximum of two tents permitted per site. Since there is no motor vehicle, ATV, or ORV access, campers must bring all necessary supplies, including potable drinking water , as no potable water is available to refill on site.
Each campsite includes a picnic table, lantern hanger, and campfire ring with grill , and campsites can accommodate a maximum of two tents. Sites vary from open, grassy areas to more secluded, shaded sites. There are no electric, water or sewer hookups , but vault toilets and dumpsters are available for campers. Shower facilities and waterborne restrooms are seasonally available at Seven Points Beach (Memorial Day to Labor Day weekends).
Because of its remote location, campers should plan to arrive prepared with everything they will need for their stay, including drinking water, food, camping supplies, and appropriate equipment for transporting gear by boat.
Natural Features
Raystown Lake is nestled within Pennsylvania’s Ridge and Valley Province , where forested mountains, steep slopes, rocky outcrops, and deep valleys create a scenic and rugged landscape. The shoreline around Nancy’s Boat-to-Shore Campground is surrounded by mature oak-hickory forest, providing a peaceful setting and opportunities to observe a variety of wildlife.
Raystown Lake is the largest manmade lake located entirely within Pennsylvania, stretching approximately 28 miles through the surrounding mountains. The lake is fed by the Raystown Branch of the Juniata River and features 118 miles of largely undeveloped shoreline.
Nancy’s location away from public roadways provides a particularly quiet setting for experiencing the natural character of Raystown Lake. Campers may encounter white-tailed deer, wild turkey, black bears, and a variety of resident and migrating birds while exploring the shoreline and surrounding forest.
Nearby Attractions
Nancy’s Boat-to-Shore Campground provides access to several popular Raystown Lake destinations by boat. The James Creek and Aitch Boat Launch areas are located nearby and provide convenient access points for reaching the campground. Aitch Boat Launch also provides an opportunity to refill drinking water before heading to camp.
Across the lake, Trough Creek State Park offers hiking trails and scenic natural features including Balanced Rock, Rainbow Falls, and the Ice Mine. The Seven Points recreation area is also within easy boating distance and offers beaches, hiking and biking trails, the Raystown Lake Visitor Center, camping, disc golf, and other recreational opportunities. Nancy’s campers may also use the showers at Seven Points Beach.
Lake Raystown Resort is another nearby destination, offering a marina, dining, lodging, and additional recreational amenities. Because Nancy’s is intentionally removed from the road network, campers should plan ahead and remember that access to these destinations from the campground requires travel by boat.
50 monitored sitesNo hookups33 shadedWaterfrontLakefrontPets OKFire pitsMax party 10
Getting there
The campground is a boat to shore facility and therefore is not accessible by driving. Nearest ramps for launching are Aitch and James Creek at Raystown Lake. Aitch is accessible from PA26 in Marklesburg and James Creek is accessible via PA994 near Entriken.
6145 Seven Points Road, Hesston, PA 16647814-658-3405
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Nancy's Boat to Shore Campground (PA)?
Reservations for Nancy's Boat to Shore Campground (PA) are made through Recreation.gov. The current snapshot shows substantial availability: 2,164 of 2,200 tracked site-nights are open (98.4%), though availability can change. Campsite Sniper has also detected 3 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
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How often do new openings appear at Nancy's Boat to Shore Campground (PA)?
Campsite Sniper detected 2 site-date openings at Nancy's Boat to Shore Campground (PA) in the last 7 days, 3 over 30 days and 3 over the last 90.
Can I get a multi-night stay at Nancy's Boat to Shore Campground (PA)?
57 three-night openings are showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts Sep 18 at site 03. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.
Which month has the most availability at Nancy's Boat to Shore Campground (PA)?
October 2026, with 1,546 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 1,550.
When is the next open date at Nancy's Boat to Shore Campground (PA)?
As of the Sep 18, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Fri, Sep 18 and the next open weekend starts Fri, Sep 18. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.
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