Best Camping near Clymer, PA

Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, Clymer, PA is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. Clymer is a great camping destination for everyone. There are tons of nearby hikes, adventurous activities, and sights to see. Find the best campgrounds near Clymer, PA. Read helpful reviews and tips to find the perfect camping option for you and your crew.

Best Camping Sites Near Clymer, PA (90)

    Camper-submitted photo from Crooked Run Campground — Prince Gallitzin State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Crooked Run Campground — Prince Gallitzin State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Crooked Run Campground — Prince Gallitzin State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Crooked Run Campground — Prince Gallitzin State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Crooked Run Campground — Prince Gallitzin State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Crooked Run Campground — Prince Gallitzin State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Keystone State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Keystone State Park Campground
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    Camper-submitted photo from Keystone State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Keystone State Park Campground

    2. Keystone State Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    55 Photos
    91 Saves
    Latrobe, Pennsylvania

    The 1,200-acre Keystone State Park is great for day-trips and family vacations year round. Camping, modern cabins, many trails, and a lake are all within walking distance, providing an ideal setting for wildlife watching or outdoor adventures.

    The park is within easy driving distance from the Pittsburgh metropolitan area, the Laurel Highlands, and their many attractions.

    About 100 tent and trailer sites are available from the first Friday in April to the third Sunday of October.

    Lakeside Campground is adjacent to the lake. Hillside Campground is in a more remote area of the park and accommodates those camping with pets.

    Both campgrounds have a modern bathhouse. A sanitary dump station is available. Shower facilities may not be available after October 1.

    The 11 modern cabins are available year round. They are located near the breast of the dam between the two campgrounds.

    Three cottages, located in Lakeside Campground, sleep five people in bunk beds.

    Two yurts are located in Lakeside Campground.

    These round, canvas, and wood-walled tents have a wooden deck and sleep five people in bunk beds.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $15 - $166 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Yellow Creek Campground — Yellow Creek State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Yellow Creek Campground — Yellow Creek State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Yellow Creek Campground — Yellow Creek State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Yellow Creek Campground — Yellow Creek State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Yellow Creek Campground — Yellow Creek State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Yellow Creek Campground — Yellow Creek State Park
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    4. Silver Canoe Campground

    4 Reviews
    14 Photos
    40 Saves
    Indiana, Pennsylvania

    COME FOR THE FUN OF IT!

    Silver Canoe Campground is a fun place to play for young and old alike. We are located on 40 acres on State Route 210 on the upper end of the very picturesque Keystone Lake in a serene wooded valley in western Pennsylvania.

    ​Wildlife abounds all around you, from the deer frolicking along the waters edge to the bear wondering in the woods, to the lonely fox walking across the meadows. Take the time to enjoy the sites and sounds of the Dayton/ Smicksburg area and see what all we have to offer. From the quaint shops to the tantalizing aromas coming from the restaurants, to the clippety-clop of the Amish horse and buggies. ​

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $8 - $51 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Cook Forest State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Cook Forest State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Cook Forest State Park Campground
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    Camper-submitted photo from Cook Forest State Park Campground

    5. Cook Forest State Park Campground

    41 Reviews
    101 Photos
    198 Saves
    Cooksburg, Pennsylvania
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $26 - $35 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Laurel Hill State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Laurel Hill State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Laurel Hill State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Laurel Hill State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Laurel Hill State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Laurel Hill State Park Campground

    6. Laurel Hill State Park Campground

    26 Reviews
    51 Photos
    166 Saves
    Rockwood, Pennsylvania

    Of the 262 campsites, 149 have electric hook-ups. Some sites have full-service hook up, which includes sewer, water, and electricity. The campground has:

    Flush toilets Warm showers Sanitary dumping stations Drinking water Pets are permitted in designated sites. Please follow all pet camping rules.

    The campground is open from mid-April and closes the third Sunday in October.

    Site occupancy is limited to one family unit (persons living under one household) or one non-family unit limited to five persons, including one responsible individual 18 years of age or older.

    The maximum camping period is 14 consecutive nights.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $29 / night

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        8. L and M Campgrounds

        1 Review
        14 Saves
        Penn Run, Pennsylvania
        • Pets
        • Fires
        • Electric Hookups
        • Phone Service
        • Reservable
        • RVs

        $20 - $30 / night

        Camper-submitted photo from Crooked Creek Lake
        Camper-submitted photo from Crooked Creek Lake
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        Camper-submitted photo from Crooked Creek Lake
        Camper-submitted photo from Crooked Creek Lake

        9. Crooked Creek Lake

        6 Reviews
        28 Photos
        49 Saves
        Ford Cliff, Pennsylvania

        Overview

        Authorized by the Flood Control Acts of 1936 and 1938, Crooked Creek Lake is one of 16 flood control projects in the Pittsburgh District. An important link in a system of flood control projects, Crooked Creek provides flood protection for the lower Allegheny and Ohio rivers. The construction cost of over $4 million appears small when compared to the giant saving which have resulted. Since its completion in 1940, the project has prevented flood damages estimated to be in excess of $548 million. Crooked creek also stores water and releases it downstream during dry periods to improve water quality and quantity for domestic and industrial use, navigation, recreation, aesthetics and aquatic life.

        Recreation

        The lake and its miles of scenic shoreline provide unlimited opportunities for water-based recreation. A boat launch with ample trailer parking is available for boating and waterskiing enthusiasts. Swimmers and sunbathers will especially appreciate the lake's sandy, peninsula beach.The great variety and abundance of fish found in the lake have lured many fishermen to its waters. Crooked Creek Lake has yielded many fine catches of bass, muskie, sunfish and crappie.Picnicking is well liked at Crooked Creek. There are several picnic areas maintained by the Corps that are provided with tables and charcoal grills. There are six picnic shelters with picnic tables and grills, along with a 46 site family campground Crooked Creek Lake also offers a 9 hole disc golf course located at the Justice Pavilion.

        Natural Features

        Nestled among the rolling hills of western Pennsylvania, Crooked Creek Lake is an ideal setting for year round outdoor activities. Located only 30 miles northeast of Pittsburgh, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers invites you to discover the scenic beauty of the lake and surrounding countryside at the Crooked Creek project.

        Nearby Attractions

        The long distance hiker will enjoy the 141-mile Baker Trail which crosses Crooked Creek Lake on its course through western Pennsylvania. The Crooked Creek Outdoor Discovery Center is operated by the Armstrong Center for Community Learning. It is used by groups and agencies interested in environmental stewardship and offers a variety of educational programs. To learn more, please visit: www.armstrongcenter.org/environmental-learning-center/ . Approximately two miles away from the park, Crooked Creek Horse Park, operated by the Fort Armstrong Horsemen's Association, offers horse staging facilities, stalls, and miles of horseback riding trails.

        • Pets
        • Fires
        • Electric Hookups
        • Phone Service
        • Reservable
        • RVs

        $15 / night

        Camper-submitted photo from Shawnee State Park Campground
        Camper-submitted photo from Shawnee State Park Campground
        Camper-submitted photo from Shawnee State Park Campground
        Camper-submitted photo from Shawnee State Park Campground
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      Recent Reviews in Clymer

      398 Reviews of 90 Clymer Campgrounds


      • Nicole L.
        Camper-submitted photo from Cook Forest State Park Campground
        Nov. 1, 2024

        Cook Forest State Park Campground

        Beautiful

        Cooks forest is absolutely gorgeous. I look forward to returning as there are a lot of hiking opportunities we missed. We stayed in the pet friendly area, which was nice. There is a pet trail through the woods that was really great to take our dog rather than walking around the campground. Our site was right next to a drinking water spigot and a path to the bath house. The sites near ours were in a wooded area, which felt more private than many of the other sites we saw. There was a fore pit and a picnic table. Our fire pit was behind where the camper was parked, which also felt more private. There is no alcohol permitted in PA state parks, so alcohol is prohibited in the campground as well. It was a great spot, and we look forward to returning.

      • Wailym C.
        Camper-submitted photo from Kooser State Park Campground — Kooser State Park
        Sep. 7, 2024

        Kooser State Park Campground — Kooser State Park

        Convenient & Comfortable

        Nice little park& campground. Very Clean, cozy and quiet, except for the road noise. Right off Route 31, minutes from I-76 makes it a very convenient place to stop along your travels. Bathrooms are clean, grounds very well kept. The park area is lovely, but the lake is currently very low. Trout stocked but I wouldn’t count on fishing here right now. Short walking trail along a creek. Very lovely cabins and cabin areas and tent sites. RV sites are small but adequate and most are pull though. Honestly some of the best attention and details we’ve seen at a state park. We would stay again.  We stayed at site 12E and site 1E.  Be aware that site 1E is not very level on pull through gravel surface.

      • Owen I.
        Camper-submitted photo from Kalyumet Campground
        Sep. 7, 2024

        Kalyumet Campground

        Terrible, Run Down, Abandoned And Un Secure! GATE WAS BROKEN

        Any worker over the age of 20 was super rude and they did NOT Re-Book Our Reservation For Next Year The Website sates that it is now being managed by a company called Oasis Marianas. There Are Signs Falling Apart And They Pool Was Water Orange! The Arcade was completely broken the showers were tiny and the entire place is in disrepair. The Gate was taken off the Opener And thrown into the weeds DISAPPOINTING And This Place was NOT CHEAP And Was Super RunDown.

      • CThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from S.B. Elliott State Park Campground
        Aug. 14, 2024

        S.B. Elliott State Park Campground

        Old and worn out

        A dingy place. The ground was swampy the only dry places are the gravel pads in the sites. I wouldn't tent camp here.

        On the plus side, strong AT&T and T-Mobile cell signals. (I don't have a verizon device)

      • Owen I.
        Camper-submitted photo from Wolfs Camping Resort
        Aug. 13, 2024

        Wolfs Camping Resort

        Yet Another Perfect Trip To Wolf's!

        Wolf's Camping Resort Is The Perfect Campground For Family's To Stay At With Its large Swimming Pool And It's Large Game room It is prefect for kids young and old! It has a large store with helpful employees and it sits on a large plot of land that includes a small mini golf corse and a full sized 18 hole golf course with many activities and themed weekends that you can find on their Facebook it is the perfect place to come!

      • Kevin C.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Millstone Creek Campground
        Aug. 11, 2024

        Millstone Creek Campground

        Camping by the river

        Many disbursed spots along the river over several miles. Size od camping spots ranges from large open fields with fire pits to spots on the shoulder of the road

        We came in on a Saturday and found one of the road side sites open. Not much traffic and very friendly people in the area.

        The river was basically brown like pudding the only signs of life were insects. While a very beautiful area, the river was king of yucky looking.

      • Joan B.
        Camper-submitted photo from Keystone State Park Campground
        Jul. 23, 2024

        Keystone State Park Campground

        Clean Park and nice shaded sites

        This is our second time staying here - once in Electric site on Lakeside and this time non electric site on Hillside. Love this side of Hillside - quiet and shaded. Very clean park and shower house does not have the timed showers of Lakeside. Both times very much appreciated the presense of DCNR - on foot this time. Very nice park to hike, swim, walk, bike, and kayak. The little store has drinks and snacks. Because the beach was closed we had considered going to Deery Community Pool 7 miles away - another option in the area.

      • WThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Laurel Hill State Park Campground
        Jun. 16, 2024

        Laurel Hill State Park Campground

        Great Stay over Father’s Day weekend

        It was my first time camping at a State Park Campground and it wasn’t as bad as anticipated! Very clean shower houses they were a bit dated as expected but overall in working clean condition.They have paddle boats, kayak and canoe rentals. We rented canoes and spent few hours out on the water. Our site 135 was fairly easy to access with our 36ft fifth wheel but could be an issue with anything larger or without an experienced driver. All in all a great stay I would recommend to everyone!

      • E
        Camper-submitted photo from Laurel Hill State Park Campground
        Jun. 10, 2024

        Laurel Hill State Park Campground

        June 2024 Dog loop

        Excellent clean park and easy to get to from Pittsburgh. The campsite and bathrooms were clean when we arrived and when we left. The site numbering is a bit wonky on the door loop so make sure you look at your map before you start driving the loops.

        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.

        The park ranger drove through multiple times a day. Overall the dog loop was quite and at night we could hear the coyotes in the distance.

        The lake provides a great place to fish and the walking trail has some less used fishing spots if you are willing to walk. We enjoyed the easy walking lake trail with the kids because it was wide and flat.

        Kayak rental of $15 for an hour was the cheapest we have seen and allowed us to explore more of the lake.

      • RThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Mountain Pines Campground
        Jun. 9, 2024

        Mountain Pines Campground

        HUGE campground

        If you are looking for lots of amenities - swimming pool, organized activities, mini golf etc. and don’t mind being stacked together with other campers, this is the place for you. Camp sites have no privacy, lots of golf carts going by regularly. There is a large quantity (100s) of permanent sites. Bath houses certainly not designed for lots of people in terms of size, but the showers were free, hot, clean and had good water pressure. Here for a gathering of 50 or so campers. Nice pavilion area. Would probably only return for a similar event.

      • D
        Camper-submitted photo from Clear Creek State Park Campground
        Jun. 2, 2024

        Clear Creek State Park Campground

        Camping right on the River with nice trails.

        First time staying at Clear Creek State Park and had a spot just below where the Creek empties into the River.  We were able to turn the RV so the door/awning faced the River.  We saw a two different Merganser mamas with young, a green heron fishing, and a bald eagle go up the River.  We were right across from the showerhouse but noise was minimal.  Our dog had the riverbank to explore on her camp leash of course.  Hiking above the campground was very nice and we did an easy loop of almost 6 miles.  Mountain Laurels were in bloom.  Very clean park.  Showerhouse was well-kept.  Bringing the kayaks next time.

      • Jeff H.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Parker Dam State Park Campground
        May. 19, 2024

        Parker Dam State Park Campground

        Love the area...campground was ok

        Our first time in the Moshannan National Forrest area.  Simply stunning.  Beautiful area.

        The campground was adequate.  Bath houses were relatively clean.

        My biggest criticism is how close the sites are to each other.  This may only be true of the full hookup sites.  Felt like we were camping with our neighbors.

      • D
        Camper-submitted photo from Smith Grove
        May. 4, 2024

        Smith Grove

        Quit oark

        We love staying here when we visit family in Butler it’s a quiet family run park . It is very affordable and bathrooms are clean

      • Tara R.
        Camper-submitted photo from Mirror Lake RV Camping & Fishing
        Apr. 22, 2024

        Mirror Lake RV Camping & Fishing

        You've got to go to this place!

        This place was awesome! 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. Quiet, peaceful, everything you want on a spring trip. We really got to witness the owners' kindness when we left for a hiking trip and a sudden windstorm caught our awning and broke one side of it, sending most of the awning itself up on the roof. The owner and his son got right to work fixing it: One got up on the roof and the other worked from the bottom to set it right and wire the broken arm to the side of the trailer so we could drive home. They also folded up our chairs and put everything we had outside in a neat little pile. I've been camping for nearly 40 years and have never witnessed that kind of pro-activeness. It's exactly what you SHOULD(but don't often) get. We will absolutely be back.

      • Jennifer N.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Mountain Top Campground
        Apr. 15, 2024

        Mountain Top Campground

        Incredible views

        Mountain Top was off the beaten path and very quiet. The check in process was easy and our site was flat. We had the most amazing views from our site. Water and electricity were easy to access and hook up. Bathhouse was clean. Only disappointment was that the showers were coin operated, so you not only needed cash on hand but then had to turn those into special coins for the shower. They had both ice and firewood available that was self service.

      • J
        Camper-submitted photo from Shawnee State Park Campground
        Apr. 15, 2024

        Shawnee State Park Campground

        Loved the park but not the site

        We loved the swimming and fishing in this park. Awesome Sandy swim beach and roped off area in the water made it great for keeping an eye on the kids while they swam. We had site 59 and are tent campers. This site was on an incline so the cots we brought were pretty miserable to sleep on. This spot was in its own little wooded cubby hole so it gave us a little more privacy but we thought that a lot of these sites were much too close together. We plan to scope out other sites to find a more level and more private option. Overall we really loved the park itself and will be back!

      • Zack B.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Moshannon State Forest
        Apr. 11, 2024

        Moshannon State Forest

        Generic positive title

        Great tent site with lots of room. Have your own little driveway to park your car right next to the site. Comes with a picnic table and fire pit. Need lots of rope for setting up tarps as trees are far apart. Cute little stream in the back with a log crossing. No cell service, near town with free wifi. No toilets or garbage. Good amount of traffic coming down the road but isn't an issue at night time.

      • richard C.
        Camper-submitted photo from Mountain View Camps
        Apr. 10, 2024

        Mountain View Camps

        Good times had by all

        Great place to stay close to hiking trails and fishing spots. Hit the mountain bike track, explore the ruins on the game lands, and might even see an albino fawn.

      • Kevin C.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Cook Forest State Park Campground
        Feb. 25, 2024

        Cook Forest State Park Campground

        State park camping for all

        This is truly one of my favorite state parks to camp at. The whole campground is mostly wooded with hardly a bad site. They have primitive, electric only and full hookups available. This is definitely a family friendly campground. If you're into hiking there's lots to see here. There's no camp store in the campground, who is something they could improve upon, but you can get supplies nearby.

      • Tyler R.
        Camper-submitted photo from Smith Grove
        Dec. 27, 2023

        Smith Grove

        Clean quiet campground

        Campground is very nice. A lot of sites with plenty of room at each site. Bathrooms were very clean as well.

      • R3freshedXOX
        Camper-submitted photo from Hominy Ridge Cabins and Gift Shop
        Oct. 30, 2023

        Hominy Ridge Cabins and Gift Shop

        Horrible money hungry people

        This place will literally scam you out of every dollar they can! Don't use the hot tubs....and you'll still be charged for dirty water. Also, watch for cameras. Pretty bad that the cabin was cleaner when I left then when I showed up. Yet they charged$100 for dirty hot tub water when I made sure the filter was clean and no foam existed when I left. After stating they were getting a bad review for scamming me out of money they threatened to post some bullshit video of a dirty hot tub filter, which I find hilarious considering it could not have been the same filter since I checked it before I departed. I am not the only one complaining about this nonsense...read all reviews from all sources and take pictures to prove everything cause it seems they like to dirty shit themselves just to make a quick dollar. They will be nice to your face, then scam you out of your money, and after they charge your card they become ignorant liars.



      Guide to Clymer

      Camping near Clymer, Pennsylvania, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled weekend, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

      What to do:

      • Hiking: Explore the trails at Ohiopyle State Park. One camper mentioned, "There is a lot of hiking nearby, most of which you need to drive to within the state park."
      • Rafting: If you're up for some excitement, the nearby rivers are great for rafting. A visitor shared, "Stayed here one weekend and rafted down the Ohiopyle river. Very convenient to the river and town."
      • Fishing and Kayaking: At Clear Creek State Park Campground, you can enjoy fishing and kayaking. One reviewer noted, "We were able to turn the RV so the door/awning faced the River."

      What campers like:

      • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the bathhouses. A review for Black Moshannon State Park Campground stated, "The bathhouse was pristine, and the shower was clean with plentiful hot water."
      • Privacy: Many sites offer a good amount of space between them. A camper at Cook Forest State Park Campground mentioned, "Lots of trees between campsites to help with privacy."
      • Family-Friendly Activities: Campgrounds like Laurel Hill State Park Campground have amenities for kids. One family said, "The amenities and activities this campground had was amazing for keeping the kids busy!"

      What you should know:

      • Site Proximity: Some campgrounds have sites that are quite close together. A visitor at Parker Dam State Park Campground noted, "The individual camp sites are all right on top of each other."
      • Limited Cell Service: Many areas have poor cell reception. A camper at Black Moshannon State Park Campground mentioned, "Cell service is extremely limited to non-existent."
      • Seasonal Availability: Some campgrounds are only open during certain months. For example, Cook Forest State Park Campground is open from May 25 to October 10.

      Tips for camping with families:

      • Choose the Right Site: Look for shaded and spacious sites. A family at Shawnee State Park Campground said, "Some of the campsites are a little bit too close together with no privacy."
      • Plan Activities: Make sure to have a list of activities to keep the kids entertained. One camper at Laurel Hill State Park Campground mentioned, "The amenities and activities this campground had was amazing for keeping the kids busy!"
      • Pack Snacks: Having snacks on hand can make a big difference. A reviewer at Keystone State Park Campground appreciated the little store for drinks and snacks.

      Tips from RVers:

      • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Seven Points noted, "The sites are mostly well kept, but only electric at site."
      • Water Access: Fill up your water tank before arriving at some campgrounds. A visitor at Ohiopyle State Park advised, "Get water at the dump station on the way in!!!"
      • Be Prepared for Walks: Some campgrounds have bathhouses that are a bit of a trek. A camper at Seven Points mentioned, "Bath house is up at the top of the hill. Be prepared for that walk."

      Camping near Clymer, Pennsylvania, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

      Frequently Asked Questions

      • What camping is available near Clymer, PA?

        According to TheDyrt.com, Clymer, PA offers a wide range of camping options, with 90 campgrounds and RV parks near Clymer, PA and 2 free dispersed camping spots.

      • Which is the most popular campground near Clymer, PA?

        According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Clymer, PA is Crooked Run Campground — Prince Gallitzin State Park with a 4.3-star rating from 26 reviews.

      • Where can I find free dispersed camping near Clymer, PA?

        According to TheDyrt.com, there are 2 free dispersed camping spots near Clymer, PA.

      • What parks are near Clymer, PA?

        According to TheDyrt.com, there are 13 parks near Clymer, PA that allow camping, notably Crooked Creek Lake and Raystown Lake.