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beautiful site and campground ground. peaceful. quite. and the showers were excellent!
Glamping near Branchton, PA
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Jellystone Park at Kozy Rest houses luxury glamping accommodations with safari tents and yurts that feature comfortable beds with linens, electricity, and private outdoor spaces. The park maintains exceptionally clean facilities with modern amenities throughout its 312-site property open from April through October. "We've stayed in cabins, yurts, tents, and our camper. Always up kept and very clean," noted one visitor. Rose Point Park Cabins & Camping also offers premium glamping options with climate control and en-suite bathrooms, while Mercer-Grove City KOA provides deluxe glamping tents with kitchenettes and furnished patios. These glamping resorts maintain heated pools, well-stocked camp stores, and dedicated staff committed to creating comfortable outdoor experiences without sacrificing modern conveniences.
Family-focused activities distinguish these glamping destinations from standard campgrounds, with Jellystone offering themed weekends, laser tag courses, and organized crafts for children. According to a camper, "Plenty of activities for the kids, awesome lasertag course. Best shower house I've seen." Proximity to McConnells Mill and Moraine State Park provides opportunities for hiking, fishing, and water recreation beyond the resorts. At Rose Point, a dog park accommodates pet owners while seasonal Halloween weekends feature pumpkin carving contests, themed apparel, and dance parties. Most properties maintain arcade rooms and swimming pools, with on-site dining options and nearby ice cream shops enhancing the upscale outdoor experience. Reservations are recommended for these popular glamping sites, particularly during peak season from May through September.
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Branchton (21)
1. Jellystone Park Harrisville
"We had a wonderful experience, the ground is setup nicely. The staff is so warm and welcoming. Really enjoyed all the activities."
"What a great experience, from the moment we arrived until the minute we checked out. Everyone was nice and friendly. And not just the workers. The Seasonals we very friendly and helpful as well."
2. Breakneck Campground
"We wanted a secluded site and close to Pittsburgh. We arrived around 7pm and there was no check in, we drove around for a while trying to find a spot with a fire ring per some helpful campers."
"I chose the deck and it was beautiful. You can use the deck as a gathering place or put a smaller tent on. I was solo this trip but fell safe and no present danger."
Check Availabilityfrom $10 - $20 / night
3. Mercer-Grove City KOA
"It’s close to the outlets and Keystone Safari. They have a fishing pond but I haven’t walked over and seen it. It’s across the street of the KOA so you could miss it if you don’t ask about it."
"It is a little noisy from the roadway noises. The hosts have been extremely nice. We have met a lot of wonderful people."
4. Rose Point Park Cabins & Camping
"Welcoming Staff! Halloween weekends are a great time to visit!"
"Good location for outdoor and city experiences, along with a relaxing getaway. Workers and permanent campers are very friendly with all the amenities necessary on site, including nice dog park."
Check Availabilityfrom $32 - $60 / night
5. Harts Content Campground
"Randy quickly responded to our phone calls and was very accommodating upon arrival."
"Pad was level and utilities were well located. Check-in & check-out were seamless.
The site amenities are dated, but it is a pretty cool campground!
We would definitely return for longer!"
6. Adventure Bound Shenango Valley
"Plenty of shaded, private lots, and great lots by playground to let kids roam and still watch from a distance. All sites full hookup."
"We stayed here as it was close to my work. We love being weekend warriors and this place is great for us. The season tenants were incredibly kind and you can tell they take care of this campground."
Check Availabilityfrom $57 - $67 / night
7. Two Mile Run County Park
"Located deep in a county park in the forested rolling hills of PA. Every site is huge and mostly private. Combination of paved main roads and gravel dirt camp loops."
"Couple beautiful walk in tent sites right on the water. Plenty of nice hiking trails. Great beach for kids."
8. Mosquito Lake State Park Campground
"Electric sites near the lake. We stayed at site #96. New Bathrooms are under construction. Campground is flat and great for bike riding. Nice playground for kids. Dog park nearby."
"We just got back from our first trip to Mosquito Lake State Park Campground. All in all, it was a great experience. We stayed in site 67, which is a waterfront site, with electric."
55 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $23 - $80 / night
9. Jamestown Campground — Pymatuning State Park
"Only issue we ran into was that the fire pit was not cleaned out after the last folks. It wasn’t a huge deal but there we had quite a bit of debris and wet ash to deal with."
"We really enjoyed camping at Lake Pymatuning. We had site J522, which is tucked back in a quiet loop. We camped for the first time in our (new to us) pop-up camper."
10 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $20 - $92 / night
10. Kalyumet Campground
"Clean campground, water, electric. Saw a turkey upon arrival and a deer and multiple black squirrels when departing."
"The pool is nice and big with a mushroom fountain and built in seating in the shallow end. A short path through the woods leads you to their mini-golf/pizza/ice cream shop."
Drive Time
- 49 min from Youngstown, OH
- 51 min from Pittsburgh, PA
- 1 hr 16 min from Weirton, WV
- 1 hr 22 min from Erie, PA
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Glamping Reviews near Branchton, PA
228 Reviews of 21 Branchton Campgrounds
Stu T.
TravelerOil Creek Family Campground
Relaxing and Enjoyable
Stayed here right after Labor Day - very few other campers. Campsites were large and gave privacy - easy to park. Plenty of activities - hiking, frisbee golf, swimming, horseshoes, basketball, maze and a playground. Clean sites - they do a great job of keeping up on the property. AT&T cell phone service was weak - one bar most of the time. Close to bike trails along Oil Creek. A lot of great history to explore in both Titusville and Oil City. Shopping for food just 10 minutes down the road. Great customer service on arrival - gave us options for sites and let us explore before choosing even after we arrived about 15 minutes until the office was supposed to close.
- KKalee K.
GuideMosquito Lake State Park Campground
Relaxing and peaceful
Mosquito Lake gets a bad rap because of its name. We had such a great time launching our kayak from our campsite! I’ve attached a highlighted map marked with the sights on or very close to the water to launch a kayak. Additional kayak launch sites available around the park if you can’t get one of these. It’s great campground if you have kids or a dog. Plenty of great playgrounds and a dog park/dog beach. The camp host was very nice and welcoming. The wash house has laundry and showers. Everything was clean.
Julie P.TravelerMercer-Grove City KOA
Nice campground
Nice campground! They hold lots of random activities for kids like tie dying, tractor ride, etc. We stayed in spot 24, which is very spacious, but I did not like the fact that it’s right next to the road where cars are speeding by. I do not think this spot in particular would be good if you have small children
Susan A.GuideMosquito Lake State Park Campground
Discriminate against car camping
I've heard there are campgrounds that discriminate against car camping, first time experiencing it. There are many sites where people have a LARGE camper, a car, and multiple tents spread out over a large area. We have 2 SUV's with tents that attach to the backs. We followed all the rules and are taking up about HALF of our site. We were told that is not allowed. When asked for reasoning and comparing to what we've seen around the park, we get no clear answer that makes sense. We are here with a group that rented about 20 sites. After spending 4 hours setting everything up, she says one may have to leave; she's waiting to hear from her boss. I will definitely never return here!
Bryan S.GuideHarts Content Campground
The showers were… functional.
Stayed one night while visiting friends. The campground was nice but could use some updating. It was definitely geared more towards families with small children. The showers were interesting. In the men’s they had a pull cord and a button in the women’s. Hot water was more of a mild suggestion rather than an actual thing you got. Luke warm was a generous way of describing it. Not a bad campground if you have a reason to be in the area for a night, but I would recommend it for long stayed unless your camper is very self contained.
- DDustin P.Scout
Kalyumet Campground
Excellent place to stay!
Clean campground, water, electric. Saw a turkey upon arrival and a deer and multiple black squirrels when departing. Nice little store with arcade, snacks and pizza they will deliver to your site on Fridays! Heated pool and pretty nice bathrooms
BevScoutMosquito Lake State Park Campground
Beautiful campground, choose your site wisely
When we arrived, we checked in at the camp office. The ladies there were very kind. The roads through the campground are wide enough for two-way traffic and nicely paved.
This is a beautiful, heavily treed campground. Even on Memorial Day weekend with lots of people, the park was very peaceful. The sounds of birds permeate the air round the clock. Chipmunks run amok. They’re just so cute.
We booked site 56 for our 39’ fifth wheel. As soon as we pulled up, we knew there was no way we’d fit even though the reservation site said it would accommodate a 40’ rig. The camp hosts happened to be passing by as we were surveying the site. They were very helpful redirecting us to a nearby site that would be more suitable. FYI, sites 55 and 56 have deep culverts on either side. One wrong turn and you’re going to have a problem. The majority of sites along our road were just wide enough to keep the tires out of the dirt, but not wide enough for the stairs to land on asphalt. If you have a motorhome or other wide-bodied rig, like an Alliance Paradigm, I would recommend choosing one of the sites on the loop around the playground. Those are better suited for newer big rigs.
TIP…the line at the dump station is long on the holiday weekends. Plan accordingly.
Charles S.GuideTwo Mile Run County Park
Beautiful Forrested Camping
What a hidden gem this place is! Located deep in a county park in the forested rolling hills of PA. Every site is huge and mostly private. Combination of paved main roads and gravel dirt camp loops. Most of the sites look relatively flat. The whole park is spotless clean, no trash anywhere! Bathrooms and showers are clean and maintained regularly. There is no camp store! Stock up before arrival. Firewood and ice. Can be outside the park at a bait shop and local farm about 2 miles away. Or just stop in Oil City first. You can grab a site online .....site unseen and be happy on arrival. Definitely on my must return list. Happy camping!
Guide to Branchton
Branchton's campgrounds sit within Pennsylvania's western hill country, with elevations ranging from 1,100 to 1,400 feet above sea level. The area experiences distinct four-season weather with summer daytime temperatures typically reaching 75-85°F and winter lows frequently below freezing. Campgrounds near Branchton operate primarily from April through October, with a few sites offering limited winter camping opportunities.
What to do
Hiking at McConnells Mill: Walk directly from Breakneck Campground to access the covered bridge trail along the creek. "From our campsite we walked along the creek into McConnells Mill State Park and joined the covered bridge trail. Approx. 30min walk along the creek down into McConnells Mill State Park," notes a visitor at Breakneck Campground.
Explore water recreation: Clear Creek State Park provides multiple river access points for fishing and paddling. "The Clarion is a crystal clear, shallow, rock bottom river perfect for a cool off, fishing or kayaking. There are two kayaking/tubing companies in Cook Forest to hire watercraft to float the river," explains a camper at Clear Creek State Park Campground.
Try disc golf: Clear Creek State Park features a disc golf course among its recreational offerings. A visitor mentions, "Clear Creek State Park is an amazing little gem right outside of Cook Forest. Most of the campsites are right on the water, beautiful bridges, a great disc golf course, and moderate-to-light hiking trails."
What campers like
Private creekside camping: Breakneck offers secluded stream sites for those seeking privacy. "We chose one of two primitive sites next to a small creek. Apart from the campers above us on top of the hill, we were a few hundred feet from the other primitive sites. Despite being just a minutes walk from our truck, we felt incredibly secluded," shares a camper at Breakneck Campground.
Year-round nature education: The area provides educational opportunities for families interested in wildlife. A visitor to Clear Creek State Park notes, "This is also a great place to go year-round for kids interested in learning about nature. There is a nature museum. Seek out Ranger Susanne—she is a really great teacher!"
Campground cleanliness: Campers consistently praise the maintenance standards at Jellystone Park at Kozy Rest. "Great campground and very clean. Probably the cleanest shower house I have ever seen at a campground," says one reviewer. Another adds, "Staff is super friendly and campground is always very clean. Tons of activities to keep the kids busy all day!!"
What you should know
Tent site terrain: Many campgrounds feature uneven ground for tent camping. At Two Mile Run County Park, a visitor notes, "But seems many of the tent sites are on grades. Couple beautiful walk in tent sites right on the water," highlighting the need to choose sites carefully for tent setup.
Cell service limitations: Most forest campsites have limited or no cellular coverage. "None of the major carriers have service here, but I needed to 'get away' for the night so it was perfect," explains a camper at Clear Creek State Park Campground.
Alternative glamping in Branchton, Pennsylvania: For those seeking upscale glamping near Branchton, Pennsylvania, Rose Point Park Cabins & Camping offers premium accommodations. "Super big and is a great family owned campground! Super close to a local ice cream shop and has a great dog park and is fully paved. Large fishing area and Camp store," comments a recent visitor.
Tips for camping with families
Plan for seasonal activities: Halloween weekends are particularly popular for glamping in the Branchton area. A visitor to Rose Point Park Cabins & Camping shares, "Halloween weekends are a great time to visit!" Another elaborates on specific events: "Pumpking Carving Contest, Voting On Pumpkins (Carved), Campstore Sales, T-Shirts And Apparel (Halloween Versions), Dance Party."
Check campground noise policies: Some campgrounds strictly enforce quiet hours while others don't. One Breakneck visitor reported, "I got about 2 hours of sleep Saturday night total, and the last time I was woken up my watch said 3:48 am. Clearly there is absolutely no enforcement of the quiet hours whatsoever."
Consider accessibility needs: Two Mile Run County Park offers diverse camping options for different mobility requirements. "We stayed in site C6 one of the reservable sites. Every site has plenty of room. Campground overall is quiet. And most if not all of the full hookups are pull throughs," notes a visitor.
Tips from RVers
Watch for utility hookup placement: At some campgrounds, connections may require extra equipment. A camper at Kalyumet Campground advises, "Our only complaint would be the site we were in (11) and others next to it were quite far from the water and cable hookups. I ended up having to run 60ft of water hose and 50ft of cable in order to get a connection."
Use campground directions, not GPS: For RV access to Mercer-Grove City KOA, follow campground-provided routes. "We use both the RV Garmin 890 & RV Trip Wizard and both had us doing some crazy side roads to get into the KOA. Be sure to use the park's directions for an easier drive in," warns a visitor with a 40' class A motorhome.
Check leveling requirements: Sites often require leveling equipment. "Its a nice place, great creek and woods. Most of the spots will require leveling blocks," notes a camper at Clear Creek State Park.
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