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Millstone Creek Campground

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Fishing, swimming, and riverside camping draw visitors to Millstone Creek Campground, a dispersed area managed by the US Forest Service within Allegheny National Forest. Sites run along the river over several miles, giving campers a range of configurations to choose from, including large open fields with fire pits and roadside pull-offs just steps from the water. Access is straightforward: the parking surface is hard and fairly flat, right off a paved road, so most vehicles can reach sites without difficulty.

Site variety here is notable. Reviewers have mapped out spots ranging from tent-only clearings to areas that can accommodate short RVs under 25 feet, though some sites involve a significant hike through the woods to reach the actual camping area. Vault toilets are available on site. The mature forest canopy provides shade, though campers should check overhead for diseased trees. Crowd levels tend to stay low on weekdays, with traffic picking up on summer weekends.

One detail worth knowing before planning a swim: Kevin C. noted the river was "basically brown like pudding," with insect activity but little else visible in the water during an August visit. Conditions may vary by season and rainfall. Nearby options worth considering include Clarion Wild and Scenic River to the east and Clear Creek State Park Campground to the southwest. Campers who appreciate low-traffic dispersed camping with direct river access will find Millstone Creek worth a look.

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Map & DirectionsMillstone Creek Campground is located in Pennsylvania near Clarington

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Dispersed Camping

Coordinates

41.35626667 N
79.07044821 W

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    Last on 9/8/26
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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Dispersed

Features

For Campers

  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

DISPERSED CAMPING

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.

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Reviewed Jul. 24, 2026

Nice spot no cell service

Stayed on a Thursday, found a spot late at night. Some spots you park and walk down to camp others you park and they have a fire ring and grass area above the river

Reviewed May. 20, 2026

For RVers

M9, short RVsM6 under 25’ or less big drop off. M8 tents only, M7 parking spot filled with gravel (for maintenance?), M6 short RVs under 22’ with tent area behind, M5 gravel again, M3 & M4 are together with one side good for RVs and a tent site that is a significant hike through the woods. M2 tents only, M1 good size for RV but it’s shaped like a T so you need to maneuver it in.

SiteM3
Month of VisitMay
Reviewed Apr. 3, 2025

Tranquil

Tremendous solitude, but it was a Thursday night in late March and very cold. This was a great spot for my first dispersed camping experience. Hard, fairly flat parking surface right off of paved road. Rock fire ring. Vault toilets were open. Sites are well spaced. Mature forest canopy. Though I would always look for widow makers above because some of the trees seem to be diseased. I saw maybe 6 other cars the 12 hours I was there. Though I’m sure it’s busier in warmer weather.

SiteDon’t remember
Month of VisitMarch
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Reviewed Aug. 11, 2024

Camping by the river

Many disbursed spots along the river over several miles. Size od camping spots ranges from large open fields with fire pits to spots on the shoulder of the road

We came in on a Saturday and found one of the road side sites open. Not much traffic and very friendly people in the area.

The river was basically brown like pudding the only signs of life were insects. While a very beautiful area, the river was king of yucky looking.

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Month of VisitAugust
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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Millstone Campground located in Pennsylvania?

Millstone Creek Campground is located in Pennsylvania along a river with dispersed camping spots spread over several miles. The campground features a mature forest canopy and is situated just off a paved road. It offers a relatively secluded camping experience in a natural forest setting with river access. The exact location coordinates aren't specified, but it provides a peaceful wilderness experience characteristic of Pennsylvania's forested regions.

How far is Millstone Campground from Cook Forest State Park?

The exact distance from Millstone Creek Campground to Cook Forest State Park isn't specifically documented. However, Millstone Campground appears to be in the general vicinity of Pennsylvania's forest regions. For precise directions and distance information, it's best to contact the campground directly or check with the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. The campground's location along a river with dispersed sites suggests it may be within a reasonable driving distance of Cook Forest State Park.

What amenities are available at Millstone Campground?

Millstone Campground offers basic amenities for a more primitive camping experience. There are vault toilets on site that remain accessible even in colder months. The campground features established fire rings at designated sites. Camping spots vary widely in size, from large open fields with fire pits to smaller roadside sites. There's hard, fairly flat parking surface available at some sites. The campground prioritizes natural surroundings over developed facilities, making it ideal for campers seeking a more authentic outdoor experience.

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