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Raccoon Creek State Park Campground features a designated pet-friendly camping loop where campers and their dogs stay in well-maintained sites. This popular camping destination near Avella offers both tent and RV sites with pets allowed, with electric hookups available in some areas of the F loop. The facilities are clean with good showers but somewhat dated. Dogs must remain on leashes no longer than 6 feet at all times within campground boundaries. The park provides spacious sites for pet owners, with reviewers noting Loop F is consistently sunny with properly spaced campsites. Pets are welcome throughout hiking trails and outdoor areas but are not permitted on the swimming beach or in certain buildings.
Tomlinson Run State Park Campground accepts pets at select sites with proper documentation of vaccinations. Trails surrounding the campground are ideal for dog walking with moderate elevation changes and varied terrain for exercise. Multiple water features provide dogs opportunities to cool off during warmer months, though swimming regulations may apply seasonally. Wildlife encounters are common, so maintaining control of pets is essential for safety. The campground's waste disposal facilities accommodate pet owners with designated receptacles throughout the grounds. Whispering Pines Family Campground offers additional pet-friendly options with sites positioned along a bubbling brook that provides natural white noise to help keep pets calm during overnight stays. The park's hiking system includes over 40 miles of trails with various lengths suitable for different energy levels and abilities of pets.
"While most of the campgrounds in the park are no pets- there are 2 loops that allow your furry companions! Loop F includes electric spots!"
"There's a trail right to the beach near the D loop, so it's a great place for families to go with pets. The sites are big, wooded, and all close to the bathroom."
from $18 - $128 / night
Check Availability"Pets are welcome. Facilities are older but well kept. Bathhouse is heated with showers that have a fiberglass tub surround, not concrete. Nice hiking trails that connect through the campground. "
"There are trails and fishing so plenty to do. Fairly sparse in April but a lot of people still driving and walking by. Alcohol prohibited"
from $28 - $40 / night
Check Availability"Very well kept, completely free 1st come campground just outside the very small town of Bloomingdale, OH. Pit toilets and no source of safe, clean water anymore."
"The campground is situated near shooting ranges so the gunfire lasts late into the evening and begins early in the morning disrupting the serenity a bit. The best part - it's free!"
"Very conveniently located off the interstate. Follow the signs to the campground NOT the GPS in order to avoid some narrow and sharp turn roads. Staff were super friendly!"
"Easy highway access great for overnight travel"
"Adjacent to the lake. Multiple amenities close by. Plenty of activities for the family. Great family owned campground."
"Kart friendly and great spots all along the main strip, lake side and creek side."
from $70 - $250 / night
Check Availability"Tucked away in southeastern Ohio is a gem of a park for camping, hiking and horse camping. Clean water, restrooms, playground, sand volleyball and basketball court."
"Enjoyed fairly level pads, very clean vault toilets, beautiful grounds and walking trails."
from $23 - $33 / night
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- 6 electric sites
- 44 non-electric sites
- Dump station
- No showers; no flush toilets
- Pets"
"Site was fairly clean, but be sure to move the pine tree duff away from the fire pits to be safe. "
from $23 - $50 / night
Check Availability"There are 3 trails you can take right within the campground. The downside is no cell service for Verizon."
"Small camp loop is great for little kids to bike around. There is no playground at the campground which would have been nice. There is NO Verizon service at the campground. "
from $20 - $82 / night
Check Availability"Vault type toilets, the pad was narrow so you had to pay attention when exiting the camper, most of the site are on a hill...there are a handful flatter spaces. "
"No issues with the staff or other campers, the park seems nice but the lake is underwhelming. Liked being far away from the main road and it was nice and quiet."
from $35 - $150 / night
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TravelerWhile most of the campgrounds in the park are no pets- there are 2 loops that allow your furry companions! Loop F includes electric spots! Loved seeing the 'neighbors' dogs get excited and curious when I walked my 4-legged best friend around the site. Clean area , close to a modern bathroom (a few stalls & even 2 showers!) Looking forward to going back at the end of the month.
ScoutVery conveniently located off the interstate. Follow the signs to the campground NOT the GPS in order to avoid some narrow and sharp turn roads. Staff were super friendly! Front desk staff were knowledgeable and and helpful. We had some issues with our power, and Larry was at our site within minutes to fix it. Big open dog park! There are only a few shaded spots. Spot width was a little narrow where we stayed (on the hill), but perfect for a quick overnight stay. Bathrooms were fairly clean, laundry was nice. The pool looked very well maintained.
TravelerIn the past 5 years, I've made 13 trips to Raccoon Creek State Park and spent 16 nights in a tent there. It is my local state park and I can tell you lots about it.
The D loop is really great tent camping at Raccoon Creek State Park. It's tents only, no RVs. So it gets a really fun, party vibe on Saturday nights during the summer. There's a trail right to the beach near the D loop, so it's a great place for families to go with pets. The sites are big, wooded, and all close to the bathroom.
The C loop, however, doesn't take pets (which stinks). When we have our dogs with us, we gravitate towards the C loop. It's fine, but it's not as fun as the D loop.
When we don't make a reservation and we have our dog, we end up in the F loop. It's not our preference (but--let's be clear--even the worst site in the F loop is better than NO trip!).
Scoutnice campsite the closest to Pittsburg that i found. 35 mins
pros
amazing views at this mountain top campsite
45 per night for me ymmv
clean campgrounds
level gravel lots with wood boarders
lots of grass on each site as well
full verizon coverage lte
30 + 50amp services
grey water dump on most sites
water
open year round
cons
no kids park
no dog park
no cable hookups
moderate wi-fi (to be expected)
no black sewer hookup (does have dump station and honey wagon)
TravelerI started camping at Raccoon back in the 60's as a little person with my family. Hadn't been for several decades, but finally got back with my husband and cats the past couple of years. Great park ony a 1/2 hour outside of Pittsburgh. The campground has something for everyone - RV sites with electric (although I wouldn't recommend bringing your 40' rig...sites can be a tad on the smaller side) or secluded sites just for tenting. Restrooms are clean and well maintained. Two loops allow pets F and B, but only some sites in F have electric, so be sure to check if that is what you need. There are many hiking trails that are not too strenuous or you can take a 10 mile trip around the lake. Lots of birds for viewing, particularly near the beach. You can put in your kayak or fish on the shore at the fairly large lake. Boats do require a launch pass which you can obtain from the park office. And don't miss the Wildflower Preserve if you are there in May or late summer! Great place to take the family and relax in nature!
RangerLong holiday weekend trip. Love this park. Designated pet areas, flush toilets and shower house available. Plenty of trails.
RangerThis is a large state park offering electric only sites
The sites are set amounts the forest and there are several loops to choose from. Loop F is pet friendly. All sites are within walking distance to amenities
Amenities are quite run down but functional
Wildlife is beautiful and its a short ~10min drive to the beach area of Raccoon Creek lake.
Two (2) dump station spots and fresh water taps location throughout the park
NOTE: Many sites are not level, you will require blocks/timber to level out campers. Tent campers should choose their site using the photos on the state park site.
All sites have a paved car space.
TravelerStayed here the first weekend of October. Nice spots and many have good spacing from your neighbors. Pets are welcome. Facilities are older but well kept. Bathhouse is heated with showers that have a fiberglass tub surround, not concrete. Nice hiking trails that connect through the campground. Hiking trail maps are not great but the trails are marked well. The Lake is a good walk and looks good for kayaking and fishing. Brought our kayaks but it was a bit too cold. Big wide spots are 11 and 16. Nice hammock hangers on the non-electric spots.
TravelerLove this campground and lake! The campground is clean and well maintained! Pets allowed witch is a must for us! And I love that you can go across the lake and rent a pontoon boat for the day!
Camping near Avella sits at the western edge of Pennsylvania where wooded hills roll across the landscape, typically ranging from 900-1,300 feet in elevation. The region experiences mild summers with average temperatures in the 80s and colder winters with temperatures frequently below freezing. Most campgrounds in this area feature a mix of wooded and open sites with moderate to steep terrain surrounding camping areas.
Hiking diverse terrain: Jefferson Lake State Park offers multiple trail options with varied difficulty levels. "We did the Palomino Loop. It also was quite interesting getting to the trail. Some nice snow covered back roads," notes Jay R. from Raccoon Creek State Park, which has over 40 miles of maintained trails.
Fishing opportunities: Several area lakes provide good fishing conditions with multiple species available. "Bass fishing is really fun because we caught a few nice ones!" explains Mike T. about Beaver Creek State Park Campground. The park's creek access points are typically less crowded in early mornings.
Water recreation: When temperatures rise, swimming and boating options abound. At Austin Lake RV Park & Cabins, visitors enjoy numerous water activities: "TONS of stuff to do here. Very big campground, all kinds of sites... Inflatable slides and such in the lake, hiking trials, playgrounds, all sorts of stuff," reports Mathew H.
Private tent sites: Tomlinson Run State Park offers secluded spots for tent campers. "Most of the sites were pretty private and ours was probably the most private and had a lot of space since we were on the very end of the road / cul-de-sac," shares Dusty R. about Tomlinson Run State Park Campground.
Night sky viewing: The relative distance from urban areas creates good stargazing conditions. "The sky was dark enough to see far more stars than you'd see near any larger towns or cities. To cap it off, we laid in our tent dozing off to the sounds of owls and coyotes!" says Matt H. about camping at Beaver Creek State Park.
Free camping options: Budget-conscious campers appreciate no-cost sites. "All paved sites with picnic tables. Most have fire rings. All free but you must fill out a registration card. There are pit toilets and a water pump," explains Karen W. about Hidden Hollow Campground at Fernwood State Forest.
Water availability varies: Not all campgrounds offer water hookups or potable water. "They are on a well so there is limited water and they don't allow you to fill up your on board tank. Make sure you fill up before you go!" advises Bounding Around about Beaver Creek State Park.
Cell service limitations: Many campgrounds have limited connectivity. "No phone service at all, no matter the carrier," warns Mathew H. about Austin Lake, while Nancy C. reports about Ryerson Station State Park Campground: "No cell service for Verizon. I don't take these trips to remain connected, but this spot is quite isolated."
Site leveling challenges: Uneven terrain affects site comfort. "A dozen or so of the sites are not level, not only that but they are narrow and where you sit is a slope making it very uncomfortable," notes Kevin D. about Washington-Pittsburgh SW KOA.
Look for swimming options: Water features rank high for family enjoyment. "The pool and splash area were very nice! There is a playground down near the pool area, basic but nice," shares Joni P. about Ryerson Station State Park Campground.
Campground layout matters: For kids on bikes, consider loop configurations. "Small camp loop is great for little kids to bike around," notes Joni P. about Ryerson Station, though they also mention: "There is no playground at the campground which would have been nice."
Nature exploration opportunities: Whispering Pines Family Campground offers water features kids enjoy. "This campground checks all the boxes for me. Pool, brook, trees, space, quiet! Every time we come here it gets better. Site was right on the water and listened to the bubbly brook all day," says John R.
Access road considerations: Several dog friendly campgrounds near Avella present access challenges. "Be advised it will seem a little sketchy getting in. The road dead-ends into the campground and it is all downhill getting there. Take your time and all will be just fine. Our rig is 39' & 16K. 4wd low helps, not cause you need 4wd just for the lower gears," advises Mathew H. about Austin Lake RV Park.
Hookup limitations: Many campgrounds offer electric but lack full hookups. "Only 5 electric sites. Very clean pit toilets. Well maintained campground... Electric is a little far behind pad. We almost needed extension cord," notes Eddie about Jefferson Lake State Park Campground.
Seasonal considerations: Several campgrounds have limited operating seasons. "We were in sight 32 f loop. It is sunny so pick your spots," warns Larry M. about Raccoon Creek State Park, highlighting the importance of shade selection during summer months.
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