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Keystone State Park Campground allows pets in its camping area where visitors can select from tent sites, RV spots, cabins, yurts, and glamping accommodations. Located near Derry, Pennsylvania, the park maintains pet-friendly sites with both walk-in and drive-in access options. Fox Den Acres Campground also welcomes pets with spacious, well-shaded sites and full hookups for RVs. Each camping spot comes equipped with a fire ring and picnic table, with primitive tent sites conveniently located near bathroom facilities. Madison-Pittsburgh S.E. KOA provides year-round pet-friendly camping with two small designated dog play areas where pets can exercise off-leash. The campground maintains clean bathhouses and provides ample space for pets at most sites.
Camping with dogs at Bush Recreation Area offers lakeside access where pets can enjoy shoreline exploration alongside their owners. The area features running toilets and hot showers, though guests note these facilities could use better maintenance. Dravo's Landing provides free pet-friendly camping access along the Youghiogheny River with several shelters and picnic tables available for overnight stays. Pets must be secured overnight as raccoons actively search for food after dark. Laurel Hill State Park Campground maintains pet-friendly tent, RV and cabin options with electric hookups and showers for comfortable stays with animals. The Mountain Top Campground in Tarentum offers drive-in access specifically designed for campers with pets, featuring tent sites, RV spots with full hookups, and cabins that accommodate dogs.
"The campground was family and pet friendly on the hillside section. For the whole family enjoy."
"I camped in the Hillside Loop (Dog Friendly). Not a bad walk to the lake. Site was reasonable leave and plenty of room for my 32 foot Motor home and car."
from $18 - $70 / night
Check Availability"It’s very military positive, even includes a reserved place for the fallen soldiers. Some sites are a bit close, the pull through sites are very ample. Gravel roads and level sites."
"Tent site was nice and conveniently located next to the bathhouse"
from $50 / night
Check Availability"They have a pool, fishing pond and a cloud pillow with the playground next to it along with two small dog play areas.Every week they organizes different themes for bingo, and other games."
"The sites are pretty close together and we couldn’t use our fire ring because it ended up being very close to our rig."
"This camp was laid out very well and had plenty of maps and trails, as well as daily activities. They have a small amphitheater with easy access, a dump and recycling area."
"Aside from the rock water slide, which is burned into the kid's memories, there's great, easy hiking trails and a pet-friendly campsite."
from $20 - $54 / night
Check Availability"We rented space 16 late August 2020 and our friends (and their kids) rented #17 on the inner circle, right next to us with the playground right behind us. Great spots!"
"This is a nice, quiet small campground with a small lake. Our grandchildren loved it. The boat launch is a nice size to fit 2 boats at a time. The only problem is the beach is not that great."
from $25 - $50 / night
Check Availability"Access from the Allegheny Gap trail. There were a few shelters, nice campsite. It’s close to an old cemetery which is useful in telling ghosts stories around the campfire"
"This campsite is a nice reward for west-bound riders on the GAP trail (it's the last one before Pittsburgh!)"
"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"
"We recently stayed at this campsite with our 3 very young kids and dog. What amazing views from this location!"
from $48 / night
Check Availability"Stayed 3 nights because I wanted to be centrally located to the he Flight 93 Memorial and Falling Water (about 30 miles to each). The non pet section is heavily wooded and very shady."
"The pet loop was essentially a field with trees around it. The none pet loop was in the trees and so you sometimes had more space and sometimes were right beside you."
from $20 - $64 / night
Check Availability"Peaceful despite being by the highway. The owners were very friendly and helpful. Will definitely be back. Dogs loved it as well"
"The only thing I can say about this campground that made me not give it 5 stars is, the highway noise."
"Nearby all the local attractions that laurel highlands has to offer....Youghiogheny River, Frank Loyd Wright house, Living Treasures Animal Park, Seven Springs, Hidden Valley, etc.."
"Laurel Highlands campland is in a terrific location for all the local attractions."
from $45 / night
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GuideThis campground checks all our boxes. Beautiful scenery, quiet location, spacious campsites, full RV hookups, well-placed fire rings, dog park, nice large bathhouses, polite staff, and Wi-Fi that works.
This is located about an hour away from my home, so we plan on making this our go-to for quick camping getaways throughout the year.
Highly recommended. Definitely worth checking out.
GuidePreface: if your main objective is activities for children, you have come to the right place. This place is loud and full of kids.
We booked a site but chose not to pay to select which one. All the pictures looked great! We ended up on a grassy hill in the back. 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.
Also bathrooms were outdated. They had older residential toilets that plugged constantly. The day we left 2 of the 3 in our nearest bathroom were out of order.
Aside from all the above, the Dog Park is awesome. It’s the size of a real, normal dog park. The ice cream on site is also a nice perk.
RangerThis may be the first campground I give a 10 out of 10! All the amenities your could want, it's clean, sites are leveled, it's maintained beautifully, there are cows in the distance, fully stocked store, friendly staff. Laundry, bathrooms, fairly spacious sites, a pool, dog park. Very, very nice.
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.
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)
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.
TravelerI was the only tenter at the time of my stay; had the whole place to myself. The sites are spread far apart and wooded. Table and fire rings are at each site. They have a brand new bath house which was spotless and a well kept dog park for the furs. If desired, there is a group campsite and the use of a pavilion too. The camp store if beautiful and has everything in it should you forget something. I’ll definitely be back.
GuideStayed 3 nights because I wanted to be centrally located to the he Flight 93 Memorial and Falling Water (about 30 miles to each). The non pet section is heavily wooded and very shady. The pet section is more of a loop set up with some trees. The no pet section had no, zero, zilch cell service so my stay was super quiet. Site 173 was easy to back into and had a large picnic area with a fire ring next to the brook. There is a lake with a small beach and a boat launch and numerous hiking trails. The park will s very nice pretty and during the week fairly empty. I would recommend
RangerThere are two main loops in this campground. One that is pet friendly and more of a pitch-your-tent-in-the-yard thing and another that is pet-free and wooded. We didn't realize and stayed in the first one. Dogs were barking at all hours and there's no privacy. We drove through the other one and it looks so much nicer. Campsites more spread out with trees in between and way quieter. Will definitely stay there if we return.
Camping areas near Claridge, Pennsylvania sit within the Laurel Highlands region at elevations between 1,100-2,800 feet, creating temperature variations that often run 5-10 degrees cooler than Pittsburgh. The region experiences heavy seasonal rainfall, with summer thunderstorms common between June and August. Winter camping requires preparation for temperatures that can dip into the single digits with significant snowfall accumulation.
Fishing in stocked waters: Bush Recreation Area offers shoreline fishing access along Loyalhanna Creek with a boat dock and launch area. As one camper noted, "the lake level was high because of the dam nearby so fishing was non-existent, but it was peaceful and pleasant."
Bike the Great Allegheny Passage: Kentuck Campground at Ohiopyle State Park provides direct trail access to the GAP. "Awesome campground right on the Great Allegheny Passage trail. We loved being able to access the GAP trail right from the campground," shares one cyclist who visited.
Visit historic sites: The Madison-Pittsburgh S.E. KOA serves as a convenient base for exploring regional attractions. One camper mentioned, "It is a great launching pad if you would like to do things in the area," noting its strategic location for day trips to nearby historical sites.
Boating and paddling: Kentuck Campground visitors can enjoy water activities on the Youghiogheny River. A guest reported, "You could easily spend a week here and not exhaust all there is to see and do. The town is tiny, so you cannot miss the plethora of outfitters down every street."
Spacious tent sites: Fox Den Acres Campground offers well-planned tent camping areas. "Each site was very spacious and well shaded. Fire ring and table at each sight. Restroom were a short walk away," according to a tent camper who appreciated the layout.
Clean facilities: Bush Recreation Area maintains its amenities despite heavy use. A camper mentioned, "The host was right across from us and very friendly. The campground also had a nice shower just a few spots from us and my wife said it was clean with large stalls."
Scenic mountain views: Mountain Top Campground delivers on its name with panoramic vistas. One visitor described it: "You come up a winding road and emerge atop the mountain. It's cute. Wide open grass land with sites around the perimeter. Half a dozen of them (premium) are at the edge and have a nice view to the hills beyond."
Free camping options: Dravo's Landing provides no-cost accommodations for cyclists and hikers. "Free bike-in camp site with water access along the Youghiogheny River. Access from the Allegheny Gap trail. There were a few shelters, nice campsite," reports one satisfied guest.
Seasonal maintenance issues: Some campgrounds have infrastructure limitations during shoulder seasons. At Bush Recreation Area, "As of 5/25/19 the dump station is closed & undergoing construction," noted one RVer who visited in spring.
Highway noise proximity: Donegal Campground sits near major roads. "The campground is situated right off of the main road so the road noise can be an issue if it bothers you. We personally, didn't sleep well because of the road noise," warned one tent camper.
Wildlife awareness: Dravo's Landing requires proper food storage. "Just be sure to secure your food overnight - if you don't, the raccoons will make quick work of it!" cautioned one camper who learned this lesson firsthand.
Varying site quality: At Laurel Hill State Park Campground, "Some sites were on an incline or in the middle of a field—which is good for some. Just make sure you check the pictures so you know what you're getting!"
Playground proximity matters: At Bush Recreation Area, site selection can enhance the family experience. A family noted, "We rented space 16 late August 2020 and our friends (and their kids) rented #17 on the inner circle, right next to us with the playground right behind us. Great spots! Our kids were within easy eye and earshot of the playground."
Swimming options: Laurel Highlands Campland offers indoor and outdoor pools that families appreciate. "The outdoor pool is large and the indoor pool is great for those rainy days," shares a parent who visited with children.
Natural water play: Kentuck Campground provides access to unique water features. "Just outside town as you climb the hill, to the left is Sliding Rock. Get there early to get a parking spot…and then look forward to having some serious liquid fun. A natural water slide extends around 100 feet as it winds through the rock," advises a camper.
Dog-friendly trails: For families traveling with pets, Fox Den Acres Campground welcomes four-legged members. The campground offers "spacious, well-shaded sites" where dogs can relax while owners enjoy the family-oriented amenities.
Leveling challenges: Mountain Top Campground requires preparation for uneven terrain. One RVer advised, "The sites are pretty spread out and spacious, so you have pretty decent privacy. We will be definitely be going back any time we are looking to go to Pittsburgh area for some fun."
Hookup configurations: At Laurel Hill State Park Campground, electrical setup requires planning. "The electrical hookups are not played out well like an expensive RV park with the shared power post on the entrance side of the camper. You may want to have an extension for your power cable," noted an RVer who stayed in the dog loop.
Big rig access: Dog friendly campgrounds near Claridge sometimes have narrow access roads. Fox Den Acres Campground accommodates larger vehicles but requires caution. A visitor with a large RV recommended, "Very nice pull-thrus with full hookups for overnights," noting the campground's organization for larger rigs.
Seasonal water availability: Winter campers should plan for limited services. One winter visitor to Madison-Pittsburgh S.E. KOA reported, "They've done a great job in the winter despite the frigid weather by using heat tape on the spigots and leaving lots of information at the office."
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