Haleeka Campground, Cogan Station, PA

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Introduction / Overview

Nestled along the scenic banks of Lycoming Creek, Haleeka Campground in Cogan Station, Pennsylvania, represents a refreshing alternative to the large-scale resort camping experience. This is a destination primarily valued by local users for its affordability, tranquility, and unique position as a community-oriented campground that caters to both long-term residents and short-stay visitors. While it may not boast a full roster of resort-style attractions, Haleeka excels at providing the essentials for a comfortable, peaceful, and extended stay in the beautiful North Central PA region.

Campers who have chosen Haleeka as their temporary or seasonal home consistently praise the quiet, peaceful atmosphere that envelops the grounds. The beautiful, natural setting along the creek is a major draw, offering a calm backdrop for a relaxing getaway or an affordable, low-stress place to live. The campground's management is noted for being exceptionally supportive and accommodating, often going out of their way to assist residents and visitors, especially during the winter months when logistics can become challenging. Haleeka offers an attractive mix of practical amenities and a serene environment, making it a compelling option for individuals and families in the Pennsylvania area looking for either a convenient summer retreat or an inexpensive year-round living situation. It’s a quiet gem where the sound of the flowing creek often replaces the noise of daily life.

Potential guests are advised that while the customer experience is overwhelmingly positive regarding the atmosphere and the owners' direct care, initial communication by phone may sometimes be a challenge. However, this minor inconvenience is often outweighed by the long-term benefits of residing or staying in such a peaceful and affordably priced location.

Location and Accessibility

Haleeka Campground is located at 6459 Lycoming Creek Rd, Cogan Station, PA 17728, USA. This address places it directly along the Lycoming Creek, providing immediate access to one of the region’s premier natural waterways. Cogan Station is located just north of Williamsport, Pennsylvania, making the campground highly accessible for residents of Lycoming County and the broader Central PA region.

The location offers the dual benefit of a rural, creek-side setting while being only a short drive away from the services, attractions, and cultural centers of Williamsport. This proximity is particularly appealing to local campers who want to feel disconnected from the hustle and bustle without losing access to necessary supplies or nearby entertainment, such as the Little League World Series complex, dining, and shopping. Located right off Lycoming Creek Road, the campground is easy to find and reach, providing a straightforward route for RVs and trailers coming in from various parts of the Commonwealth. Its setting along the creek also places it near an area known for fly fishing and other water-based activities, solidifying its appeal for Pennsylvania outdoor enthusiasts.

Services Offered

Haleeka Campground’s services focus on maximizing convenience and long-term comfort for its guests, particularly those utilizing RVs and campers for extended stays. The facilities provided are aimed at meeting practical, everyday needs in an affordable manner.

Affordable Site Rates: The rent is often described by long-term guests as "unbeatable," indicating a strong value proposition for both seasonal and year-round campers.
Electrical Hookups: Sites are available with electrical service, essential for RVs, trailers, and campers requiring power. Some reports confirm electrical spots are available, though availability should always be confirmed by direct contact.
Utility Connections: Sites are typically equipped to handle the needs of RVs, including water and potentially sewer hookups, offering full hookup convenience for long-term stays.
Complimentary Connectivity: Guests benefit from free Wi-Fi access, described as having good connectivity both outside and within the campers. Free cable television is also offered, though its hookup is optional and based on personal preference.
Guest Restroom and Shower Facility: A dedicated facility is located on the side of the main owner's house. This includes a guest bathroom with two toilets, a sink, and two brand-new shower stalls, offering modern and convenient amenities for those staying in campers or tents without their own full facilities.
Owner Support and Assistance: The owners are highly responsive to guest needs, offering proactive support on site. This has included assistance with winter parking to prevent vehicles from getting stuck in snow and offering help with utility issues like water pressure.
Vehicle Parking: Management ensures guests have designated spots for parking, including accommodating arrangements during winter months.

Features / Highlights

The greatest highlights of Haleeka Campground are its serene natural environment and the strong sense of community it offers to local campers.

Creek-Side Location: The campground sits directly along the picturesque Lycoming Creek, offering beautiful views and the soothing presence of flowing water year-round. This is the central feature of the property's appeal.
Accessible Water Recreation: Lycoming Creek is directly accessible for popular activities like fishing and swimming. The creek is well-known in the region for trout and other fishing opportunities, providing a prime recreational feature right on the doorstep of the campground.
Quiet and Peaceful Atmosphere: The campground is lauded for its quiet and peaceful nature, making it an ideal retreat for those who prioritize relaxation and low-key enjoyment of nature over structured activities.
Welcoming Community: The neighbors, who include both seasonal and year-round residents, are described as friendly. This fosters a supportive and communal environment that is highly appealing for long-term campers.
Year-Round Occupancy: The fact that some people live here year-round demonstrates its suitability and stability as an extended residential location in the region.
Practical Amenities Upgrade: The provision of brand-new shower stalls in the guest bathroom shows a commitment by the owners to maintaining and improving the core amenities for guest comfort.

Contact Information

For current availability, especially for electrical spots and seasonal rates, local users should use the following contact information. It is important to persist if the first call is not answered immediately.

Address: 6459 Lycoming Creek Rd, Cogan Station, PA 17728, USA

Phone: (570) 998-2489

Mobile Phone: +1 570-998-2489

Conclusion: Why this place is suitable for locals

Haleeka Campground holds immense value for Pennsylvania residents, particularly those in the Central and North Central regions, because it fulfills a specific, yet highly desired, niche: affordable, stable, and peaceful creek-side camping. For local RV owners, the combination of 'unbeatable' long-term rent and the availability of essential amenities like free Wi-Fi and cable makes it an ideal, cost-effective base for either seasonal living or extended recreational visits. The year-round residency option provides a viable, low-cost housing alternative for those looking to stay in the Lycoming County area.

Beyond the practical features, the true appeal for locals is the setting. The ability to step out of your camper and fish or swim in the beautiful Lycoming Creek, or simply relax in a profoundly quiet environment, offers a significant quality-of-life upgrade. Its location near Williamsport ensures all necessary services are nearby, eliminating the extreme isolation found in more remote campgrounds. In essence, Haleeka Campground is not just a weekend getaway spot; it is a friendly, supportive community with fantastic natural resources and excellent value, perfectly suited for Pennsylvanians seeking a durable, low-stress connection to the outdoors close to home.

Reviews

They don't answer their phone and when they do they give misinformation. We drove out there to see it and noticed at least 3 open spots. Then a day later they finally answered the phone and when I asked if they had open electrical spots they said no and basically hung up. No other info was offered. I was looking and still am looking for a spot I can afford with electricity. I did not see any anemities, but it was a drive around is all. I could be mistaken.

Sep 18, 2025 · J Nyreen

I have lived here for a year now (with someone else and now in my own camper). The rent is unbeatable. I love how quiet and peaceful it is. The campground sits along Lycoming Creek which is beautiful all year long (even in the winter). It is perfect for fishing and swimming. There is free wifi and cable if you need it. I have no issues with the wifi connection outide or in my camper. I don't have the cable hooked to my tv but that is just my personal preference. The owners have been fantastic to me. They made sure I had a spot to park my vehicle in the winter that didnt require me driving through several feet of snow and possibly getting stuck. And they even offered to help with a water pressure issue. Some people live here year round. Others are just here for a week. It's a great place to live or visit regardless. The neighbors are all friendly. The main house where the owners live also has a guest bathroom on the side of house with two toilets, a sink, and two brand new showers stalls. Its a short walk from all the sites if you need it (I use it for showering).

May 06, 2019 · Rebecca Orr

I’ve spent many years at this campsite. Very honest friendly people. Their rates are very affordable. Great trout fishing and swimming hole On property. Excellent dining close by. I travel a lot with my 40’ 50 amp fifth wheel . The access and hookups are very diverse and dependable and easy in and easy out with my large unit is always a plus. I highly recommend this no frills site. Thanks again to the Walbridge’s.

Apr 15, 2018 · Matt Meyer

If you are looking for a quiet place to camp....this is the spot! Very nice campground & close to town! The campground has a creek behind it that my kids spent every day during the summer months swimming and and exploring! The owners were so kind and very honest! Can’t beat the rent!!!! Enjoyed our stay!☺️

Jul 20, 2019 · Kayla Castilaw

We stayed here to attend the Little League World Series in late August 2019. Most of the other places were full by the time we decided to go, so we ended up here by process of elimination. Rob is the son of the elderly owners and we were able to contact him by phone and made a reservation a couple of days in advance. Rob works outside the campground during the day, so there is no on-site management on the premises during the day. He asked us to follow up with him the day we were going to arrive and then again when we were one hour out, so he could arrange for someone to meet us and show us to our site. We did that and were met by Rob’s brother who was visiting, but not actively involved in the campground management. He showed us to our site and we had some concerns about driving through the large puddle of water at the entrance to our site. He explained that they had recently had some rain, but the ground under the puddle was solid compacted gravel. He was right and we drove right into what he called a pull through site. You may be able to pull through, but then you would be in a mowed grass field on your way out and as wet as things have been, we were afraid we would get stuck. We backed out. I found the 50 amp and water and connected without a problem, but I did not see a sewer connection. Our waste tanks were empty, so I didn’t worry about that for the moment. Rob came by a while later and collected the rent. He takes only cash or checks, no cards. He explained that he operated a “honey wagon” for sewage a couple of days a week and we probably wouldn’t even notice when he was there, but our black tank would be emptied. I’ve never had our rig serviced by a "honey wagon" before, but figured it would be OK. We decided to stay a couple more days and we called Rob about that he said that would be fine, just drop the check in the mailslot at the house. I told him our gray tank was nearly full and he said to just flow gray water on the ground using our sewer hoses to get it away from the RV. I knew that was common in boon docking, but had never done that before in a campground before. It worked OK because the sites are a bit bigger than most and there is a large mowed grass area at the back of our site. I needed to receive some packages from Amazon and, because we were going to be out at the LLWS baseball games or running errands most of the day, I wasn’t comfortable having them stack-up on the house’s front porch with no one home. I arranged for the local UPS Store to receive my packages for me for a $5 fee, even though Amazon shipped my order in several packages. That got weird when Amazon shipped USPS for final delivery. USPS attempted delivery of some of the packages on Sunday, but the UPS Store was closed on Sunday. They successfully redelivered Monday morning. This is an older campground with mostly long stay residents, many of whom have accumulated some stuff around their sites. There are a few much older trailers and other RVs which are in really bad shape and do not appear to be regularly occupied. The interior roads are well-packed gravel, but they need some work and have some large pot holes. We had no problems with any of the other residents. Haleeka Campground is what it is. In its present condition it is a 2 star property that I upgraded to 3 stars because of the $30.00 per night cheap rent, which can be further reduced for multiple night stays. That’s less than 50% of what the KOA would have charged and they had no spaces available during the LLWS. We had no problems there and will likely stay there again. On our long RV runs we need some cheap nights to go with the extensive RV resorts to keep the monthly total reasonable.

Aug 29, 2019 · Stephen Miller

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