Corbin's Island Picnic Shelter

Campground · Pennsylvania · 1 bookable site ·

Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers

Raystown Recreation Area (Recreation Area) · Open Access

1
Bookable site
up to 80
People per site
2
Accessible sites
615 ft
Elevation
Corbins Island Picnic Shelter

Overview

Corbin's Island Recreation Area is located at the northern end of Raystown Lake, just downstream from the Raystown Dam. The recreation area is easily accessible from US Route 22 and offers a great location for picnicking, fishing, and floating down the river.

Recreation

Raystown Dam, Ridenour Overlook and Hawn's Overlook are three beautiful overlook areas that are within a 10 minute drive from Corbin's Island. A boat ramp within the facility provides access for small fishing boats, kayaks, canoes and tubes.

Facilities

Corbin's Island offers one group shelter with approximately 10 tables and 20-amp electrical service. It is fully accessible and comfortably accommodates up to 80 people in a lovely river setting.

Natural Features

Corbin's Island is situated along the shady banks of the Raystown Branch of the Juniata River. Nearby access to the cool, flowing waters of the Raystown Branch makes this shelter a great place to picnic, fish and float the river all in one day.

Nearby Attractions

The area offers Snyder's Run Boat Launch, Seven Points Recreation Area, Seven Points Marina and access to downtown Huntingdon.

The facts

  • 1 bookable site
  • 2 sites in total, including non-bookable
  • 2 sites for day use only
  • 2 accessible sites
  • Up to 80 people per site
  • Loops: Corbin's Island Picnic Shelter, Corbins Island Picnic Shelter

Site types

  • 1 Group Shelter Electric
  • 1 Management

Amenities

  • Electric hookups
  • Water hookups
  • Picnic tables
  • Shade
  • Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

2 campsites at Corbin's Island Picnic Shelter

Check-in 6:00 AM · Check-out 10:00 PM

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceWaterMax rigPeople
001Corbin's Island Picnic ShelterGroup Shelter Electric——Riverfront—80♿ 🐾
001Corbins Island Picnic ShelterManagement——Riverfront—80♿ 🐾

Getting there

From Huntingdon follow Route 22 eastbound and turn right onto Point Road just past the Giant Food Store. Continue on Point Road (staying left) approximately 6.3 miles. The Corbin's Island access will be on your left.

40.42924, -77.99068 · 40°25'45.2"N 77°59'26.4"W

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Typical weather

Typically 85°F in Jul, down to 37°F in Jan.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F374049627280858476645242
Low °F212229405058636255443427
Precip in2.82.33.13.74.43.83.83.53.93.42.93.1

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 5.5 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Corbins Island Picnic Shelter

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Common questions about Corbin's Island Picnic Shelter

Can you reserve a site at Corbin's Island Picnic Shelter?
Yes, Corbin's Island Picnic Shelter is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Corbin's Island Picnic Shelter have?
2 sites in total, of which 1 can be booked.
Are pets allowed at Corbin's Island Picnic Shelter?
Yes, pets are allowed at Corbin's Island Picnic Shelter.
Does Corbin's Island Picnic Shelter have hookups?
Electric, Water.

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.