Aitch Picnic Shelter
James Creek, Pennsylvania · US Army Corps of Engineers
Photo: Recreation.gov
About
Aitch Recreation Area is located approximately near the geographic middle of Raystown Lake along the western side. The recreation area is easily accessible from US Route 26 and offers a great location for picnicking and fishing on an accessible pier.Aitch offers one group shelter with approximately 10 tables and 20-amp electrical outlets. It is fully accessible and comfortably accommodates up to 80 people with a view of the lake.Aitch is situated in a cove of Raystown Lake. Nearby access to the lake makes this shelter a great place to picnic, fish and boat.The area offers Aitch Boat Launch, James Creek Boat Launch, Tatman Run Recreation Area, Lake Raystown Resort, Seven Points Recreation Area and the Seven Points Marina.Lakeside fishing piers and excellent aquatic habitat makes Aitch a popular area for shoreline anglers. A boat ramp within the facility provides access to the 8,300-acre Raystown Lake, which is popular for boating, camping and fishing.
Directions
Aitch is located near the town of Marklesburg, PA. From Huntingdon continue 10.5 miles southbound along Rt. 26 to Marklesburg. At Markelsburg turn left onto Aitch Road (marked by sign). Aitch Road leads directly to the Shelter location (0.8 miles).
Location
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Details
- State
- Pennsylvania
- City / area
- James Creek
- Agency
- US Army Corps of Engineers
- Parent area
- Raystown Lake
- Campsites
- 1
- Reservable
- Yes
- Typical price
- $75 / day
- Rating
- 4.00 / 5 (4 reviews on Recreation.gov)
- Equipment
- See Recreation.gov
Nearby campgrounds
- NANCY'S BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) 3.9 km away
- SEVEN POINTS (PA) 7.2 km away · dump mentioned
- Tatman Run Picnic Shelter 7.3 km away
- SUSQUEHANNOCK 9.6 km away · dump mentioned
- Corbin's Island Picnic Shelter 15.7 km away
- Weaver Falls Shelter 15.9 km away