Nancy's Boat to Shore Campground (PA)

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A photo of facility NANCY'S BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA)
Nancy's Camp Boat to Shore
A photo of facility NANCY'S BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA)

Available sites

50 total sites

About Nancy's Boat to Shore Campground (PA)

The Nancy's Boat to Shore Campground, in the central region of Raystown Lake, is the perfect secluded getaway camping spot accessible only by boat. Located near both James Creek and Aitch Boat Launch areas, the campground is situated on the shoreline of Raystown Lake away from public roadways. Nancy's camp map 

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Apr 1 to Oct 31

Campground Amenities

Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
  • Boat Ramp / Launch
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

50 Sites Available

Site
Price
⛺ 01, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
⛺ 02, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
⛺ 03, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
⛺ 04, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
⛺ 05, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
⛺ 06, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
⛺ 07, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
⛺ 08, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
⛺ 09, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
⛺ 10, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
⛺ 11, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
⛺ 12, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
⛺ 13, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
⛺ 14, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
⛺ 15, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
⛺ 16, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
⛺ 17, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
⛺ 18, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
⛺ 19, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
⛺ 20, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
⛺ 21, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
⛺ 22, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
⛺ 23, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
⛺ 24, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 25, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 26, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 27, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 28, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 29, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 30, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 31, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 32, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 33, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 34, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 35, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 36, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 37, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 38, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 39, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 40, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 41, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 42, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 43, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 44, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 45, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 46, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 47, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 48, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 49, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 50, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade

Reviews (108)

What Guests Are Saying

Nancy's Boat to Shore Campground offers a wonderful camping experience, with clean campsites and bathhouses, and excellent fishing opportunities. Many guests appreciate the rustic atmosphere and the quiet, well-maintained environment, with a family-friendly vibe. However, some visitors have noted issues with boat wakes and maintenance, such as tall grass and lack of bathroom supplies, indicating areas for improvement.

Review Summary

3.9
108 reviews
5
45.4%
49
4
21.3%
23
3
20.4%
22
2
3.7%
4
1
9.3%
10

William S

Verified

July 14, 2020 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA)

3

Stayed at Nancy's for a week over the 4th of July holiday. The new bathrooms are very nice. On a busy weekend like the 4th requires more than 3 rolls in each bathroom. The old bathrooms had 6 rolls per bathroom. Also the bathrooms should be unisex so that one doesn't remain empty when it is needed. I would of rated higher but there was a group of men setting off fireworks for 2 nights. Even when the rangers were there. This transpired for 3 nights with no fines or expulsion from the campsite.

William S

Verified

July 14, 2020 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA)

3

Stayed at Nancy's for a week over the 4th of July holiday. The new bathrooms are very nice. On a busy weekend like the 4th requires more than 3 rolls in each bathroom. The old bathrooms had 6 rolls per bathroom. Also the bathrooms should be unisex so that one doesn't remain empty when it is needed. I would of rated higher but there was a group of men setting off fireworks for 2 nights. Even when the rangers were there. This transpired for 3 nights with no fines or expulsion from the campsite.

Sally S

Verified

July 18, 2020 • Stayed at: 24, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA)

1

It is a beautiful location. However, one group decided to have a drinking party. They were asked to settle down around 11. We could still hear them but it was alright. Then at about midnight, someone decided to leave the party with their girl? And one of his buddies couldn't handle that. He started yelling Jacob! It get alot worse as they yelled back and forth about their prowness with girls and having sex in the boat instead of the woods. But here's why it gets a 1 star. The next day, I called the ranger station to discuss the situation. They didn't ask me any questions, they simply said, "We know Nancy's has become quite the party spot. The second shift rangers are already checking it as late as they can." So just a heads up, if I had children I would not book this campground.

Sally S

Verified

July 18, 2020 • Stayed at: 24, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA)

1

It is a beautiful location. However, one group decided to have a drinking party. They were asked to settle down around 11. We could still hear them but it was alright. Then at about midnight, someone decided to leave the party with their girl? And one of his buddies couldn't handle that. He started yelling Jacob! It get alot worse as they yelled back and forth about their prowness with girls and having sex in the boat instead of the woods. But here's why it gets a 1 star. The next day, I called the ranger station to discuss the situation. They didn't ask me any questions, they simply said, "We know Nancy's has become quite the party spot. The second shift rangers are already checking it as late as they can." So just a heads up, if I had children I would not book this campground.

Michael D

Verified

August 2, 2020 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA)

3

We love camping at Nancy's. The only thing that needs attention is toilet paper needs filled twice a day in peak season

Michael D

Verified

August 2, 2020 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA)

3

We love camping at Nancy's. The only thing that needs attention is toilet paper needs filled twice a day in peak season

Valerie F

Verified

August 22, 2020 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA)

5

Ranger Emily was awesome! We love camping at Nancy’s!

Valerie F

Verified

August 22, 2020 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA)

5

Ranger Emily was awesome! We love camping at Nancy’s!

Jackie O

Verified

September 21, 2020 • Stayed at: 43, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA)

3

The only complaint I have is there was a medical emergency with a husky being bit by a copperhead and the people couldn’t get ahold of anyone to unlock the gate so they could get the dog to the hospital. I posted on Raystown Shenanigans that there was a boat needed ASAP to get the dog help and I believe that’s how the people got the dog out of there. Made me wonder what would’ve happened if I or my camping friend had a heart attack while there (two 50+ year old women) that were kayak camping.

Jackie O

Verified

September 21, 2020 • Stayed at: 43, Loop: NANCYS BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA)

3

The only complaint I have is there was a medical emergency with a husky being bit by a copperhead and the people couldn’t get ahold of anyone to unlock the gate so they could get the dog to the hospital. I posted on Raystown Shenanigans that there was a boat needed ASAP to get the dog help and I believe that’s how the people got the dog out of there. Made me wonder what would’ve happened if I or my camping friend had a heart attack while there (two 50+ year old women) that were kayak camping.

Location & Directions for Nancy's Boat to Shore Campground (PA)

6145 Seven Points Road, Hesston, PA 16647 United States

Elevation: 240 ft

Getting There

<p>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 PA99...

Nearest town

Hesston, PA - 9 mi

About 14 min to downtown

Highway access

The nearest major roads are PA26 in Marklesburg and PA994 near Entriken, which provide access to the nearest boat ramps at Aitch and James Creek respectively. These roads are the primary routes for reaching the campground via boat.

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Last updated: October 21, 2026

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