Best Dispersed Camping near Corry, PA

The forested areas surrounding Corry, Pennsylvania feature numerous dispersed camping opportunities within the Allegheny National Forest and nearby state forests. Forestry Road Dispersed Campsite and Loleta Road Dispersed Campsite offer primitive camping experiences with established fire rings and pull-off sites along forest service roads. Several miles north, Warner Road Dispersed Camping in North Harmony State Forest (NY) provides additional options for tent campers seeking no-fee sites. Millstone Creek Campground and Salmon Creek Dispersed areas cater to those seeking riverside camping with varying levels of privacy. Most sites are accessible via gravel forest roads with multiple pull-offs suitable for both tent camping and smaller RVs.

Road conditions throughout the region vary seasonally, with spring often bringing muddy conditions that can limit access. As one camper noted, "We stayed here in March, so there weren't leaves back on the trees yet which meant we could see the road. It was also extremely muddy." Winter camping is possible but challenging, with another visitor reporting, "It was freezing, quite literally, with nights in the low teens. The melting and refreezing had made the roads and surrounding trails a little slippery." Most forest roads remain passable for standard vehicles during dry conditions. Cell service is spotty throughout the area, though some campers report finding service by walking to higher ground. Black bears are present in the region, requiring proper food storage.

Campers consistently mention the solitude and natural setting as highlights of the area. "Tremendous solitude," wrote one visitor to Millstone Creek, while another described Forestry Road as "a boondocker's delight! Big open spots with established fire rings." Proximity to natural features enhances the experience, with Hector Falls located near Forestry Road sites offering a 2-mile hiking opportunity. Site conditions can vary significantly, with some visitors reporting litter problems, particularly at Warner Road. Privacy levels differ by location, with roadside sites offering convenience but less seclusion. Most dispersed sites lack amenities but feature established fire rings, with campers responsible for packing out all trash and bringing their own water.

Best Dispersed Sites Near Corry, Pennsylvania (6)

    3. Forestry Road Dispersed Campsite

    11 Reviews
    Ludlow, PA
    38 miles

    "Bring tick/bug spray. Found several on my boys and me."

    "This spot is a boondocker’s delight! Big open spots with established fire rings. Quiet except for the distant rumble of a train passing the town down in the valley."

    4. Loleta Road Dispersed Campsite

    9 Reviews
    Marienville, PA
    45 miles

    "I believe there are several dispersed spots along this road. This one was close enough to the road to feel safe but far enough away to have privacy."

    "This is my first time dispersed camping and the spot is nice for a first go. Was able to drive in which I why I chose this area."

    5. Salmon Creek Dispersed

    1 Review
    Marienville, PA
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 723-5150

    "Theres a few dispersed spots back here. Its pretty nice area. The road is out tho so dont take a big rig"

    6. Millstone Creek Campground

    2 Reviews
    Clarington, PA
    49 miles

    "This was a great spot for my first dispersed camping experience. Hard, fairly flat parking surface right off of paved road. Rock fire ring. Vault toilets were open. Sites are well spaced."

    "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."

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  • Aliza  N.
    Jun. 26, 2022

    Forestry Road Dispersed Campsite

    Free dispersed camping in the Allegheny

    We camp in a lot of primitive dispersed camping, but finding a spot like this in the east is challenging! So for that…YAY, we love it. But, it’s not perfect. The road is behind the town of Ludlow (or Sheffield depending on which direction you are coming from). From Ludlow take the “Scenic Dr” and it turns into the forestry road. Lots of pull offs off this main road and you could prob find some more private ones if you explored the smaller dirt roads off the main forestry road. No services here obvi since it’s primitive camping. Road is in good condition and most any car would have no problem driving down it.

  • Ian B.
    Aug. 26, 2024

    Forestry Road Dispersed Campsite

    Nice, peaceful and free

    If you don’t mind roughing it a bit, it’s really quite nice. Sites are first come first serve and there is a bit of day traffic to get to Hector Falls. Which is a nice little 2 mile hike. Some good exploring. Bring tick/bug spray. Found several on my boys and me.

  • Ian H.
    May. 23, 2022

    Forestry Road Dispersed Campsite

    A slice of Allegheny Heaven

    This spot is a boondocker’s delight! Big open spots with established fire rings. Quiet except for the distant rumble of a train passing the town down in the valley. The road is definitely hidden behind the town of Ludlow but we were able to find it at 2am after a long drive from cape cod.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 12, 2020

    Loleta Road Dispersed Campsite

    Good spot

    I believe there are several dispersed spots along this road. This one was close enough to the road to feel safe but far enough away to have privacy.

  • Bob J.
    Sep. 1, 2021

    Forestry Road Dispersed Campsite

    Comes as advertised! Really nice spot!

    The spot I stayed is right on the marker.  There are multiple spots along the main forest road. Some you can drive your car in and tuck it back. Other spots you cant take your car at all.   There are tons of logging roads that split off the main forest road. They mostly have gates that say "Logging road, no public motor vehicles allowed" but they also say "Foot travel is welcome" I went down a few of these roads and almost always found a few spots that would be great places to set up camp if you are willing to walk a little bit from your car. There is a really cool place called Hector Falls. The trailhead is about a mile down the road from this spot. It's about 3/4 a mile hike into the woods. The falls are really cool to look at, and has some cool rock formations. Be careful the cliffs are about a 20 ft straight drop. Other than that this spot is not a bad spot at all. Fire wood can be found all around.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 3, 2025

    Millstone Creek Campground

    Tranquil

    Tremendous solitude, but it was a Thursday night in late March and very cold. This was a great spot for my first dispersed camping experience. Hard, fairly flat parking surface right off of paved road. Rock fire ring. Vault toilets were open. Sites are well spaced. Mature forest canopy. Though I would always look for widow makers above because some of the trees seem to be diseased. I saw maybe 6 other cars the 12 hours I was there. Though I’m sure it’s busier in warmer weather.

  • Rose S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 7, 2024

    Warner Road Dispersed Camping in North Harmony State Forest

    fine site, messy

    The site was fine, fire pit, primitive spot so no services. We arrived late at night so couldn’t see so well but stopped in a clearing on the road toward the coordinates.

    Kind of a gross site, the previous people who stayed at our site were messy and left litter, but it served its purpose as a free place to sleep along a longer trip.

  • Todd H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 13, 2024

    Loleta Road Dispersed Campsite

    Dispersed with a vehicle

    This is my first time dispersed camping and the spot is nice for a first go. Was able to drive in which I why I chose this area. Currently finish up the night and once the fire dies down I’ll head to bed. As some one has mentioned the only real downside is the road near by, but the traffic is at a minimum.

  • derek O.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 12, 2023

    Loleta Road Dispersed Campsite

    Of the gridish

    Love it. I pulled off about a half mile past the noted google maps pinpoint. Great time for the dogs and I.


Guide to Corry

The forested regions surrounding Corry, Pennsylvania provide numerous no-fee camping options within the Allegheny National Forest. The area sits at elevations ranging from 1,400 to 1,800 feet, with a humid continental climate featuring cold winters and mild summers. Most dispersed sites become accessible in mid-April when forest roads dry out, though some remain passable year-round depending on weather conditions.

What to do

Hector Falls hiking: Located near Forestry Road Dispersed Campsite, this 2-mile trail offers a moderate hike to view interesting rock formations. "It's a nice little 2 mile hike. Some good exploring. Bring tick/bug spray. Found several on my boys and me," notes Ian B.

Off-road exploring: The network of forest roads provides opportunities for scouting multiple campsites. "I believe there are several dispersed spots along this road. This one was close enough to the road to feel safe but far enough away to have privacy," writes Caitlin about Loleta Road Dispersed Campsite.

Target shooting: Some areas have informal target ranges popular with locals. At FR437, one camper notes, "nice little hideaway, it is however right across from where people have made a make shift shooting rang, which I thought to be a bonus."

What campers like

Natural water features: Riverside camping is available at several locations. Kevin C. describes Millstone Creek Campground: "Many disbursed spots along the river over several miles. Size of camping spots ranges from large open fields with fire pits to spots on the shoulder of the road."

Wildlife viewing: The Allegheny Forest hosts diverse wildlife including black bears. "There's black bears that live in the several caves in the area. I was meditating in my car one evening and a bear stood up and pushed against my window," reports Mystic S.

Established fire rings: Most free camping areas feature permanent fire rings. As one camper notes about Forestry Road, "Fire wood can be found all around," making it convenient to have campfires without bringing your own wood.

What you should know

Seasonal road conditions: Spring brings challenging muddy conditions. Anne W. notes about Loleta Road: "We stayed here in March, so there weren't leaves back on the trees yet which meant we could see the road. It was also extremely muddy. Not bad on the main track in but swampy everywhere else."

Navigation challenges: Some forest roads can be confusing. One camper at Forestry Road reports: "A little hard to find, decided not to stay. On the same road as hector falls."

Variable cell service: Cell coverage is inconsistent but not impossible. Mystic S. reports: "There is spotty cell service through the forest, usually you can walk around for a couple minutes and find some. I managed to get an average of 3-4 bars of 5g every day."

Food storage precautions: Bears are active in the region. "Definitely be sure to pack up all food and trash at night. The bears are skittish, but they will find you if there's food in your camp!"

Tips for camping with families

Assess site cleanliness: Some free camping areas suffer from litter problems. At Warner Road Dispersed Camping, Rose S. found: "Kind of a gross site, the previous people who stayed at our site were messy and left litter, but it served its purpose as a free place to sleep along a longer trip."

Check regulations: Some areas may have usage restrictions. Denise D. warns: "Like the other review, this site has a lot of litter. Clearly people are camping here at times but there are posted signs that say Day Use Only."

Consider campsite proximity to roads: Some sites offer more protection from passing vehicles than others. Todd H. notes: "The only real downside is the road near by, but the traffic is at a minimum."

Pack insect protection: Ticks are common in warmer months. "Bring tick/bug spray. Found several on my boys and me," warns one family camper.

Tips from RVers

Assess road conditions: Forest service roads vary in quality and maintenance. Scott C. advises about Salmon Creek Dispersed: "Theres a few dispersed spots back here. Its pretty nice area. The road is out tho so dont take a big rig."

Know your vehicle limitations: Not all sites accommodate larger rigs. Forestry Road offers more options, with one RVer reporting: "I have a 25 foot travel trailer. I found numerous spots on SF-160."

Plan for rain: The region receives significant rainfall. One RVer suggests: "It rains a lot so keep your slip-ons near the door."

Supply access: RVers should note distances to resupply points. "Howe's ace hardware is about 10 miles away with a dollar general across the street," reports one camper, providing information on where to purchase necessities.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dispersed campground near Corry, PA is Warner Road Dispersed Camping in North Harmony State Forest with a 3-star rating from 2 reviews.

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