Best Campgrounds near Buffalo Mills, PA

Join the fun near Buffalo Mills. With tons of outdoor activities and scenic camping, this is an excellent vacation spot for all kinds of travelers. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in. Experience some of the most stunning views that Pennsylvania camping has to offer. Ready to plan your adventure? Check out our campgrounds near Buffalo Mills and user-submitted reviews.

Best Camping Sites Near Buffalo Mills, Pennsylvania (145)

    1. Rocky Gap State Park Campground

    52 Reviews
    Flintstone, MD
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 722-1480

    $23 - $29 / night

    "We stayed in cabin 170 in Fir loop and the site was incredibly spacious, heavily shaded, close to the bath house, path to the beach, and well distanced from other sites."

    "Our friends were in the site next to us (17) which was also nice and there was a wide walking path between them. Family also stayed in one of the rental cabins (21)."

    2. Shawnee State Park Campground

    27 Reviews
    Schellsburg, PA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 733-4218

    $20 - $110 / night

    "Was pleased by the quiet despite size of campground and proximity to highway. Sites not overly large or private. Has wood vending machine at entrance for firewood."

    "The morning drive started early, had several stops and starts, and I was once again glad that my big dog was along for the ride."

    3. Friendship Village Campground & RV Park

    13 Reviews
    Bedford, PA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 623-1677

    "The campground is nestled on the outskirts of Bedford Pennsylvania and is a very easy location to travel to regardless of your rig size."

    "One of the best campgrounds I have stayed at so far the pond is nice and has a 1/2 mile walking path around it with trees and beaches to stop and sit dog park is big and has a place for small or large"

    4. Green Ridge State Forest

    29 Reviews
    Little Orleans, MD
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 478-3124

    $10 / night

    "All are roadside, but plenty are tucked away so you feel alone in the woods. You can occupy a site as long as you register at the parks main office. $10/night."

    "Very few sites are within walking distance of each other. The exception is a group of sites near the Potomac Riverand the C&O Canal."

    5. Choice Camping Court

    4 Reviews
    Schellsburg, PA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 623-5586

    $25 - $50 / night

    "The trucks passing by on the highway can be loud at night so keep that in mind when choosing a spot if it would bother you. After a little while it was just background noise to us."

    6. Hidden Springs Campground

    7 Reviews
    Flintstone, PA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 767-9676

    $58 - $70 / night

    "We had a very positive experience at Hidden Springs. We stayed 4 nights, the first two were very quiet at the campground."

    7. CUMBERLAND MD. CAMPGROUNDS. 1 & 2

    19 Reviews
    Cumberland, MD
    21 miles
    +1 (301) 777-3472

    $35 / night

    "Me and a small group of friends stayed here for a weekend and we had a blast it was so peaceful we where right next to the river and had some great trails too hike on."

    "Great stay at a well located spot. Beautiful and quiet. Don was very helpful with any request that we had. Would return again. Thanks Don."

    8. Pioneer Lakes RV Park

    6 Reviews
    Somerset, PA
    15 miles
    Website

    "Extremely family friendly, lots to do for kiddos on weekend, stocked ponds, bathhouses very close to all sites. Laurel hill cricks/lake are 2 miles up the mountain!"

    "The roads around the camp ground could use some maintenance, especially on the hill side by the pool! All in all, a wonderful place to take your family camping!"

    9. Nature's Getaway RV Park

    1 Review
    Schellsburg, PA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 733-4380

    10. Mountain Ridge

    1 Review
    Stoystown, PA
    12 miles
    Website

    "Nestled between wind turbines on a mountain ridge within sight of the nearby Flight 93 memorial, this is 2500+ acres of atv, utv, and dirt bike riding trails with camping."

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Recent Reviews near Buffalo Mills, PA

813 Reviews of 145 Buffalo Mills Campgrounds


  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 14, 2025

    Middle Ridge Campground

    Large wooded sites

    The owners are so friendly and personable. The sites are actually in a wooded area not just a big field. Each site has full hookups. We will definitely return.

  • Kathy L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Laurel Hill State Park Campground

    Okay campground

    Okay campground. We met nice people staying there. However, the sites are REALLY not level because the RV sites are on a major slope, especially the pull-through sites. Large open grassy area. The camp host saw me walking my pups, and as I walked toward the trash can(near the bathroom) to throw away a pooped that I had picked up, she yelled across the green area from her site“no dogs in the bathrooms!” Kinda rude, but later she was friendly. Some okay hiking trails off the campground in a meadow.

  • Ronnie B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Hidden Springs Campground

    Labor Day Weekend

    It was packed-all went smoothly. From check in, wood delivery, and parking.

  • M
    Aug. 30, 2025

    Middle Ridge Campground

    Perfect Site

    This was the perfect little site. Super friendly and accommodating, beautiful walking paths, great campsites. We really enjoyed our stay.

  • Lyle & Stephanie H.
    Aug. 24, 2025

    Middle Ridge Campground

    Private - Quiet - Great Hosts

    We really enjoyed our stay.   Quiet camping on top of a mountain.   Beautiful wooded views.  Hosts were amazing and plenty of space between campers.  All the spots are shaded.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 18, 2025

    Middle Ridge Campground

    Peaceful retreat in the woods on the mountain

    Nice full hook-up sites in spacious level sites in the woods. Great place to get away. Great value with a gracious host and hostess. Delivered wood to our site by the time I disconnected. The donkeys were fun to see. The town of Romney nearby has everything you might need. Highly recommend the small farmer markets with fresh fruit and veggies. Road to access the campground was good with some tight turns up the hill the last couple of miles. The campground itself is gravel roads that were pretty tight gettin in and out of and fairly steep with trees on all sides. Made it in and out no issue taking it slow, but not sure I would try anything longer than about 36' fifth wheel or 34' travel trailer. Water pressure was just a bit weak and used our water tank and pump during our stay. Best we could get for water pressure out of the hose was 25-20 psi. No issues with power or sewer. Pool looked nice and clean, but we did not get a chance to use it. Hike down to the ponds is pretty steep. Would go back again if in the area. Starlink was sketchy at best, Verizon had one bar and slightly usable, ATT was best with a couple of bars and ok speeds.

  • Evan C.
    Aug. 18, 2025

    Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake

    Great Tenting, Little Busy

    8/14/2025

    USACE-managed campground with hosts who are on-site all season. Nice sites (easy staking) with picnic tables and fire pits, plus a camp store for firewood and other supplies (got there too late to check it out though). A little crowded with what seemed like folks who stay there for a hefty chunk of the season, and the sites are pretty close together, but there weren't any issues with rowdy folks - it seems like the hosts keep things in order/enforce quiet hours if necessary. 

    Drinking water right next to the site (37) as well as a trail to a restroom - I think there's a shower on the other loop/section. 

    $22 for a basic (non-electric) tent site.

  • N
    Aug. 14, 2025

    Middle Ridge Campground

    Quiet, peaceful and friendly owners

    We absolutely loved this place and will definitely be back. Seeing the equine daily was a huge plus; they were super sweet and funny. The owners were so helpful and friendly.

  • Sue J.
    Aug. 5, 2025

    Rocky Gap State Park Campground

    Willing to give it another try

    I just returned from a 2-night tent camping solo trip with my dog.  This was my first time at Rocky Gap and I found some strong pros and cons.

    Pros

    Large camp sites, with decent space for tents. The descriptions on the State Park site seem very accurate. Mid week (Sunday and Monday nights) the campground was less than a third full, and the folks who were there were spread out so it felt more spacious than it was. There are some great trails for hiking, and the dog beach was perfect. You can rent kayaks, canoes, and SUPs, or bring your own for no launch fee.

    Cons

    It was very noisy at night due to traffic on I-68 and even the campground road, which despite a 15 mph posting has no speed bumps and seems to have a poplar straightaway for cars with loud mufflers who like to open it up. I don't know if the I68 traffic just sounds louder at night because everything else is quiet, or if the sound carries farther at night. But sleeping my tent, I was woken up many times by the sound of trucks down shifting and braking.

    Another noise -- during the day I heard what sounded like the world's largest circular saw, only to discover that there is a large saw mill about 2 miles north. Fortunately that noise stopped by about 6 pm.

    And finally, although there were only a few occupied sites in Dogwood loop, some were with very large groups with either no self awareness or no consideration for others. No fault of the park, and people did basically follow quiet hours, but 8:30am blasting music, and hooping and hollering into the night. Just. know that it is a popular park for large groups.

    Based on other reviews here saying that it was quiet, I'm willing to give it another try in a different loop. Or, not in a tent but in a camper van which is my other option.


Guide to Buffalo Mills

Camping near Buffalo Mills, Pennsylvania, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking and Nature Trails: Explore the scenic trails around Rocky Gap State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "We walked the trail around Lake Habib which was 5.3 miles," making it a great spot for hiking enthusiasts.
  • Fishing and Swimming: At Laurel Hill State Park Campground, you can enjoy fishing and swimming. A camper shared, "The lake provides a great place to fish and the walking trail has some less used fishing spots."
  • Playgrounds and Family Activities: Families will appreciate the amenities at Friendship Village Campground & RV Park. One review noted, "The pond is nice and has a 1/2 mile walking path around it with trees and beaches to stop and sit."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers often rave about the cleanliness of the campgrounds. A visitor at Green Ridge State Forest said, "The people are nice and friendly...plenty of beautiful scenery."
  • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites that feel private. A reviewer at Hillcrest River & Canal Tunnel River Campgrounds mentioned, "The spots were very spacious. We had such a beautiful view!"
  • Friendly Hosts: Campers appreciate the welcoming atmosphere. One guest at Camp Cacapon said, "The owners were friendly and took us on an ATV ride down the river!"

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Savage River State Forest, have fewer amenities. A camper noted, "No drinking water, no electric hookups," so be prepared for a more rustic experience.
  • Seasonal Access: Check the seasons for each campground. For example, Kooser State Park Campground is open from April 15 to October 15, so plan your trip accordingly.
  • Traffic Noise: Some campgrounds are near highways, which can be noisy. A visitor at Shawnee State Park Campground mentioned, "Traffic and highway noise can be heard from the campground."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Campgrounds with Activities: Look for places like Lake Raystown Resort, where one reviewer said, "The campground is relatively flat and on the shore of Lake Raystown," perfect for kids to play.
  • Check for Playground Facilities: Campgrounds with playgrounds can keep kids entertained. A camper at Friendship Village Campground & RV Park noted, "There are 3 playgrounds all different and all well kept."
  • Plan for Quiet Time: Make sure to schedule downtime. A visitor at Laurel Hill State Park Campground said, "Most of the sites are shaded," providing a nice spot for relaxation.

Tips from RVers:

  • Look for Big Rig Friendly Sites: Campgrounds like Hillcrest River & Canal Tunnel River Campgrounds are big rig friendly, making it easier for larger RVs to navigate.
  • Check Hookup Availability: Ensure your chosen campground has the necessary hookups. A reviewer at Shawnee State Park Campground mentioned, "The dump and water fill station easy to access on your way in or out."
  • Be Prepared for Tight Spaces: Some sites can be narrow. A camper at Rocky Gap State Park Campground noted, "Our site 27 was very tight and narrow, but pretty level."

Camping near Buffalo Mills, Pennsylvania, offers a variety of experiences, from serene nature walks to family-friendly activities. Make sure to check out the campgrounds mentioned for a memorable outdoor adventure!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Buffalo Mills, PA?

According to TheDyrt.com, Buffalo Mills, PA offers a wide range of camping options, with 145 campgrounds and RV parks near Buffalo Mills, PA and 1 free dispersed camping spot.

Which is the most popular campground near Buffalo Mills, PA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Buffalo Mills, PA is Rocky Gap State Park Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 52 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Buffalo Mills, PA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Buffalo Mills, PA.

What parks are near Buffalo Mills, PA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 23 parks near Buffalo Mills, PA that allow camping, notably Youghiogheny River Lake and Raystown Lake.