Otter Lake Camp Resort wants you to enjoy your stay with us. Many people have questions prior to their arrival, so we have compiled this list of our most frequently asked questions, providing you with the answers that will help you to prepare for your stay. Spend a moment going through this page, and you will be far less likely to forget anything behind or to suffer a misunderstanding upon arrival. We know that, when it comes to planning the perfect vacation, nobody likes surprises.

Q: What time is check-in?
A: Check-in time is 2:00 PM. In the summer you may not check in early. In the spring and fall, you may call the morning of your arrival to ask if your site was empty the night before. If your site is vacant, then you may check-in at 12:00 Noon. A $40.00 fee will be assessed if you arrive before the posted check-in times.
Q: What time do I have to leave?
A: 12:00 PM is check-out time. In the summer there are no late checkouts. In the spring and fall you may ask at the office on the morning of your departure. If the site will be empty, you may stay until 3:00 PM.
Q: How long do I have to stay to make a reservation?
A: Memorial Day & Columbus Day Weekends: 3 nights. Any other spring or fall reservations: 2 nights. Starting on June 25th Summer reservations require a 5-night minimum stay for all non-lakefront sites. Starting June 21st all Lakefront sites and Cabins require a 7-night stay that runs from Saturday to Saturday.
Q: What if I want to come but I can’t stay for 5 nights?
A: We will accept a reservation with a Sunday to Wednesday check-in, 2 weeks prior to the time you want to camp. We will not guarantee a specific campsite.
Q: What if I want to come but I can’t stay for 5 nights?
A: We will accept a reservation with a Sunday to Wednesday check-in, 2 weeks prior to the time you want to camp. We will not guarantee a specific campsite.
Q: When can I make a summer weekend reservation?
A: We will accept a weekend reservation on the Tuesday before the weekend you want to come. We will not guarantee a specific campsite.
Q: When can I reserve for next year?
A: Beginning on NOVEMBER 3rd at 6 PM we will accept reservations online through our booking platform CampLife. Reservations by phone or mail will be taken beginning on November 13th.
Q: How many people are allowed on 1 campsite?
A: In fairness to all of our guests, there is a limit of 7 people per site and no more than 4 adults can be included in this number (for example 4 adults and 3 children). This number includes your original party and any visitors. Cabins are limited to 5 people, and no more than 4 adults.
Q: I am thinking of inviting friends. What should I tell them?
A: Please inform your guests that there is a daily visitor’s fee for both adults and children. Many visitors are not campers and do not anticipate this. This fee gives them full use of all of our facilities while they are here. Visitors are charged by the day, so overnight guests pay for 2 days. See the Rates & Reservations page for prices. Please inform your visitors that they cannot bring any pets.
Q: What is provided on a campsite?
A: Every campsite is equipped with a picnic table and fire ring. All campsites have sand and small round (pea) stone on them. Water, Electric (at a minimum 30 amp) and Cable TV hookups are also on every site. Depending on your campsite, a sewer hookup may also be included.
Q: How large is a campsite?
A: Our campground is in the woods, and nearly every campsite is wooded. Because of the trees, each site is unique and they are all different sizes. Our office staff will be able to provide information about campsite sizes when making a reservation, you can also view a 360-degree video of each site under the Site Maps & Rules tab. Keep in mind that you can see and hear your neighbors from every campsite.
Q: Do we have cabins?
A: Yes, we have four rental cabins. Two are in our T section, and two can be found on the LF sites. Please see our “Rates & Reservations” page for pricing and general information.
Q: What if I need to cancel my reservation?
A: We require 20 days’ notice prior to your arrival to refund your deposit, minus a $20 cancelation fee. If you cancel inside of the 20-day window you are subject to a forfeiture of your total deposit. The required notice is included in the confirmation. Please send cancellation emails to

Q: What if I want to change my reservation?
A: To change your dates or to shorten a reservation we need 20 days’ notice. For some longer reservations, more notice is required. That information is included in the confirmation.
Q: Can I reserve a specific campsite?
A: Yes, you can request a specific campsite, and we will do our best to accommodate your request, but we do not guarantee specific campsites.
Q: Do you allow fishing?
A: Yes, you can fish on our lake. Each year we purchase a permit for our private lake so that you do not need a fishing license to fish at Otter Lake. The lake is Catch and Release.
Q: Am I allowed to bring my own boat, or rent a boat?
A: We do not charge you to bring your own boat. Pennsylvania state law requires that there are enough lifejackets for each person in the boat, and that each boat has a noise-making device to signal that boaters are in distress. Boats with electric trolling motors must be registered in your state. We rent Row Boats and Canoes by the hour, 4 hours, 8 hours or by the week. Paddle Boats and Kayaks are rented by the hour. You are responsible for following all Pennsylvania boating rules and regulations. Failure to follow the boating rules and regulations may result in a fine from Pennsylvania’s Boat and Game Commission.