Camping near Boswell, Pennsylvania centers on the Laurel Highlands region at elevations between 1,800-2,900 feet. Weather patterns shift dramatically with seasons, featuring summer daytime temperatures averaging 75-85°F and winter lows frequently below freezing. Most local campgrounds operate from April through October with scattered sites remaining accessible year-round depending on road conditions.
What to do
Biking on the GAP Trail: Access points near Raystown Lake / Saxton KOA at Four Seasons connect riders to the Great Allegheny Passage. "The GAP trail rolls right through the middle of this traditional KOA campground. The seasonal RVers and weekend warriors have long claimed their sites, but for through riders on the trail there is a special place to camp, close to the west-bound entrance."
Fishing at multiple stocked ponds: Several campgrounds maintain fishing spots for campers. At Pioneer Lakes RV Park, "We stayed here to go to the flight 93 memorial so we didnt do much at the campground except fish cought a few nice bass." Some locations stock their ponds regularly during warmer months.
Local historical sites: Drive 20-30 minutes to reach significant landmarks. "We stayed for 2 nights while we visited Fallingwater and the Flight 93 Memorial. We should have stayed another night so we could visit Fort Necessity NP just down the road but ran out of time," reported a camper at Benner's Meadow Run RV Campground.
What campers like
Stargazing opportunities: Some campgrounds feature dedicated observation areas. "Got a nice secluded spot to camp in the wooded area that had a amazing mountain views and the star gazing platform. Kids had a great time and lots of activities for them to do!"
Creek access for cooling off: Multiple sites feature water features for summer relief. "Site 26 is our favorite. It has a huge back yard and easy access to the creek which the kids play in and can float down," noted one camper at Mirror Lake RV Camping & Fishing.
Multiple swimming options: Most rv sites near Boswell, Pennsylvania include pool facilities for guests. "Beautiful location! Excellent service, really nice owners that are very helpful and friendly. Clean and luxurious bathrooms and restrooms," wrote one visitor about Friendship Village Campground & RV Park.
What you should know
Terrain considerations: Many campgrounds feature uneven sites requiring leveling equipment. "The spot was so unlevel there were 19 inches between my bottom step and the ground. This site was the same price as level ones closer to activities," cautioned a visitor to Pioneer Lakes.
Weather variability: Mountain elevations create unpredictable conditions even in summer. "We were lucky enough to get a full-hookup site right on the lake. Quiet, peaceful, everything you want on a spring trip," noted one camper at Mirror Lake RV Camping & Fishing.
Limited cell coverage: Signal strength varies significantly throughout the region. "The staff was extremely friendly and you can tell that this is a family owned and religious-based campground. The campground is quite spread out through the property with sites ranging from primitive campsites to full hook up big rig sites."
Tips for camping with families
Jumping pillow activities: Certain campgrounds feature specialized play equipment. "Went camping here for the first time this weekend. Although it was the off season there was still tons to do. The kids played mini golf, jumped on the pillow, played on multiple playgrounds, enjoyed ice cream and went fishing."
Educational programs: Weekend activities often include structured learning experiences. "On Sunday we had pancakes and later a visit from RayCEP which is an education program that PA DNCR provides talking about various outdoorsy type things. This is primarily for kids, but we sat and listened too and our 17 year old helped out with the craft," shared a visitor to Timber Run Campground.
Dog-friendly facilities: Many campgrounds accommodate pets with dedicated areas. "The site wasn't hard to level our RV but overall the sites are hilly and in fact the whole park is on a hill. The owners and workers were friendly and great hosts! The Dog Park is awesome. It's the size of a real, normal dog park."
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategy: When booking RV sites near Boswell, Pennsylvania, research individual site dimensions. "Site 22 is a deluxe patio back in site with a patio, 4 nice Adirondack chairs, a double glider, a weber propane grill and built in fire pit AND a dog fence just for that site that was maybe 6 ft x 6ft. It was big enough for our 2 labs to fit into when we fed them."
Pool amenity considerations: Most campgrounds maintain swimming areas with varying rules. "Giant pool opened in the summer," reported visitors to Pine Cove Beach Club RV Resort, adding "Great: The pool & concession stand, beautifully maintained lawns and gravel campsites, modern hookups, good shower/laundry facilities, nice fire rings with built in grills, trash pickup service."
Access road navigation: Some locations require careful driving when towing. "We were there for one of the first weekends of the season, and we enjoyed every bit of our trip. Not only were the staff super friendly and helpful, but we were lucky enough to get a full-hookup site right on the lake."
