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Crooked Creek Lake in western Pennsylvania features a mix of small campgrounds with options ranging from tent sites to cabins. The Army Corps of Engineers maintains the primary Crooked Creek Lake Campground offering electric hookups, drinking water, and boat access with approximately 30 sites spaced relatively close together. Within a 30-mile radius, several additional campgrounds provide alternatives, including Mountain Top Campground in Tarentum with stunning valley views and Silver Canoe Campground in Rural Valley with cabins and glamping accommodations. Most camping areas in this region operate seasonally from April through October.
Camping season typically begins around Memorial Day and extends through Labor Day at Crooked Creek Lake, while nearby campgrounds like Mountain Top and Silver Canoe operate year-round. Many campgrounds require advance reservations, particularly on summer weekends when lake access is most desired. The campgrounds vary significantly in size and amenities, with some offering full hookups while others provide more primitive experiences. Visitors should prepare for occasional seasonal closures due to maintenance or weather events. According to one camper, "The sites are pretty small and completely out in the open but it was grassy, quiet, and cheap."
Waterfront access represents a major draw for campers in the Crooked Creek Lake region. The lake itself offers opportunities for kayaking, fishing, and swimming, with a small beach area available to campers. Several visitors noted the peaceful setting despite the relatively close proximity of campsites. A reviewer mentioned, "Nice small, quiet campground near Crooked Creek. Affordable as well. Love the lake, there is even a little beach for the family." The camping experience at Crooked Creek Lake is best suited for tent campers and smaller RVs, as multiple reviews indicate challenges with larger rigs. Nearby campgrounds like Silver Canoe receive consistently high ratings for cleanliness, friendly staff, and well-maintained facilities, providing alternatives for those seeking more spacious accommodations.
"This is a small campground next to Crooked Creek Lake. The lake is manmade and maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers. There is a small beach and picnic tables."
"Nice small, quiet campground near Crooked Creek. Affordable as well. Love the lake, there is even a little beach for the family. Definitely worth a visit."
from $15 - $35 / night
Check Availability"What amazing views from this location! It actually does really sit at the mountain top and gives you pretty good views of the valleys and surrounding areas from any of the rim campsites."
"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. Basic amenities."
from $48 / night
Check Availability"Camped in the Lakeside Loop. This State Park is so Clean! The campground gives you easy access to anything you want to do. Fish, swim, hike, bike, kayak. It can all be done."
"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."
from $18 - $90 / night
Check Availability"Large sites, nice restrooms, big hall, pool, lake to canoe, boat & fish. They have a small cafe for breakfast and lunch. You can rent the hall for parties and weddings."
"The camp store was a great asset for small items left behind, plus prices were great for ice and firewood. We will be back!"
from $8 - $51 / night
Check Availabilityfrom $30 - $95 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $20 - $70 / 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"Look at the campground map before you book your site if being close to a bathroom is important; ours was across the campsite behind us but we had to step in a rock set in the stream to get to it without"
"There is a pet trail through the woods that was really great to take our dog rather than walking around the campground."
from $20 - $67 / night
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ScoutThis is our second time staying here. Each time in October. We love it. Unlike most RV resorts this place is small and wooded. Has free Wi-Fi, clean bathrooms and an awesome community hub room for work from home or playing games. The weekends are busy but during the week it’s so quiet and peaceful. Close to so many attractions and parks that are part of the PA Wilds. Would definitely recommend.
ScoutPLEASE DONT GO HERE ESPECIALLY IF YOU HAVE KIDS AND IF YOUR NOT WHITE..THE OWNER IS A RACIST HYPOCRITE AND SO ARE ALL OF HER CREW AT THIS LOWLIFE CAMPGROUND. JUST BECAUSE SHE DONT DRINK AND LIKE TO HAVE FUN, SHE RUINS IT FOR ALL THE OTHER CAMPERS..YOU HAVE TO BE IN BED AT 10PM..WHAT A FRIGGING JOKE..SHE SNEAKES AROUND IN HER GOLF CART AT NIGHT AND CREEPS IN YOUR WINDOWS TO SEE WHAT YOUR DOING. THATS WHY YOUR NOT ALLOWED TO HAVE CURTAINS CLOSED .SO HER AND HER SO CALLED HYPOCRITE FRIENDS CAN SEE WHAT YOUR DOING..WE USED TO BE UP THERE UNTIL WE SAW HOW SHE TREATED AND TALKED ABOUT THE POOR LITTLE BLACK KIDS..ESPECIALLY ON CHRISTMAS IN JULY, SHE BOUGHT TOYS FOR EVERY WHITE KID UP THERE WHILE SHE WATCHED THE LITTLE BLACK KIDS CRY THEIR EYES OUT BECAUSE THEY WERE 10 MINUTES LATE TO GET THEIR GIFTS..SHE IS A WHICH IN DISQUISE..EVERY KID GOT TO RIDE THE WAGON WITH SANTA AND WHEN SHE SAW YHE BLACK KIDS ,THEY JUST PASSED THEM UP LIKE THEY DIDNT EVEN SEE THEM...HOW CRUEL CAN SOMEONE BE🤬🤬BUT THEN AGAIN, ITS HER ,SHE HATES PEOPLE HAVING FUN UP THERE.DONT DRINK AFTER HER HRS .DONT PLAY MUSIC AFTER HER HRS..DONT DO SHIT UP THERE UNLESS YOU WANT KICKED OUT THE NEXT DAY...I NEVER SEEN ANYONE SO CRUEL AND HEARTLESS
....THERES A FEW OTHER CAMPGROUNDS AROUND THE BEND .PLEASE GO THERE IF YOU DONT WANT TO CAMP IN A PRISON CAMPGROUND....SHE'LL NEVER CHANGE..MAYBE UF YOYR WHITE, SHELL BE NICE 🤣🤣🤣AND YOU WOLNT GET KICKED OUT..
Scoutbeautiful site and campground ground. peaceful. quite. and the showers were excellent!
GuideVery large CG. I car camped at site 066 (with electric) in mid-October and CG was 3/4 empty. Nice location on Glendale Lake with a beach and boat activities (for warmer months). Showers had no hot water but facilities were nice. Very little separation between sites. Nearby hunters discharging guns into evening hours.
TravelerStayed the weekend for the first time and it wasn’t bad! There were kids playing at sites nearby but that was all the noise, highway noise at all! I like how they have a spot for your tent with a picnic table and fire ring. I was in my rooftop tent on my truck so I wish the parking spot went back a little deeper for a little more privacy. But it was nice that there was bathrooms and showers within a 1 minute walk from the site! Also it says on here there is no AT&T signal, that’s not true…it’s not great but there is a bar or 2 at times!
ScoutThe park is beautiful, unlevel shade sites; is challenging to get the trailer level. unfortunately, the bathhouses are neglected, dark and full of mildew inside the showers. The park really needs to upgrade the bathhouses. The park itself is very nice and offers a lot of opportunities for outdoor exploration and hiking.
GuideThis is more a campground for RVs then tents or even roof top tents. Place is clean and the sites 90% of them are in the open. Very little shade. Travis runs the place and very nice and accommodating. Fire wood is 20 dollars for a massive amount.
ScoutAdvertised as a family camp but very far from it. I’ve watched this camp progressively get worse as the years go on, over priced camp with zero efforts to make anything worthwhile, run down play grounds, broken toilet paper roll holders in the bathrooms of the shower house, roads that make you feel like your off road. Owner plans “events” and then wants campers to pay for overpriced food. The owner complains nobody comes to events anymore but barely comes to them herself. The owner is VERY money hungry! And most importantly it’s home to a sex offender who the owner cherishes dearly.
It’s a shame to see how many people realized how terrible this camp was and are selling their camps because of it. The owner should open her eyes and realize she’s the reason people don’t want to be there anymore !!!
ScoutWe are here for a month and it feels like we have the place to ourselves!
Crooked Creek Lake campsites in western Pennsylvania offer camping options at 780 feet elevation within the Allegheny Plateau region. The campground sits within a mixed hardwood forest that provides partial shade during summer months when temperatures typically range from 70-85°F. The Army Corps of Engineers maintains the primary camping area which features electric sites with gravel pads that can accommodate units up to 35 feet in length.
Fishing opportunities: Crooked Creek Lake features good fishing conditions for various species including bass, muskie, and panfish. At Silver Canoe Campground, campers can enjoy their own fishing lake. "There's a little fishing lake. You can rent paddle boats or canoes to paddle around the lake," notes one reviewer.
Playground access: Several camping areas near Crooked Creek Lake include playgrounds for children. Bush Recreation Area provides "a nice playground and green space. It's definitely a great choice for families, especially those w/young children," according to a visitor.
Hiking trails: The region offers various hiking paths of different difficulty levels. At Cook Forest State Park Campground, visitors find "nice trails and friendly campground hosts." Another camper mentions the area is "hugged by tall evergreens and level ground" with "a couple trail heads (not heavily trafficked)" accessible from some campsites.
Quiet atmosphere: Many campers appreciate the peaceful environment at Crooked Creek area campgrounds. One Mountain Top Campground visitor described it as "solitude peace and quiet. You come up a winding road and emerge atop the mountain. Place is full-ish but is super quiet. If you're looking for a place to hang a hammock and read a book. This is it."
Water recreation: Lakes and streams provide swimming, boating, and fishing opportunities. A Bush Recreation Area camper noted, "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."
Clean facilities: Well-maintained restrooms and shower facilities matter to campers. A reviewer at Smith Grove reported, "Campground is very nice. A lot of sites with plenty of room at each site. Bathrooms were very clean as well."
Site spacing considerations: Campsite proximity varies significantly between campgrounds in the area. One visitor noted about Mountain Top, "Spacing between spots was not cramped at all," while another mentioned some campgrounds have sites "spaced relatively close together."
Terrain challenges: Some campgrounds feature sloped sites that can be difficult for larger RVs. A Bush Recreation Area camper warned, "Most of the sites are sloped and the water is not filtered."
Seasonal water issues: During busy periods, especially holidays, water pressure can be problematic at certain campgrounds. "Every holiday by Saturday afternoon you have no water and electricity always goes out," reported one camper at a nearby facility.
Beach access: For swimming with children, look for campgrounds with designated beach areas. At Keystone State Park Campground, "Park itself is gorgeous with a large lake and designated swimming area. Place attracts a lot of people in the summer as its basically in the Pittsburgh suburbs along a major road artery."
Pet policies: If traveling with pets, check campground pet policies. Silver Canoe Campground is especially welcoming, as one camper noted: "The main reason we started going there is because they are dog friendly and they don't hold breed restrictions against bully breeds."
Site selection: For families wanting more privacy, consider specific campground sections. At Keystone State Park, a visitor recommended: "There are 2 campgrounds in the park, the hillside one and the one on the lake. The lakeside one is a glorified trailer park and is packed during the summer with no privacy. The hillside one doesn't get near the crowds and it set in the woods."
Access routes: Large RVs should verify access roads before arrival. A Mountain Top camper advised, "The roads get narrow so if in an RV call them for the easiest way in."
Dump station availability: Not all Crooked Creek Lake camping areas have on-site dump stations. At Mountain Top Campground, they offer alternatives: "For the black you can dump here or have someone pump out on Wednesday morning (no charge)."
Hookup limitations: Verify what hookups are available at your specific campsite. A Keystone State Park visitor shared, "We stayed at site 43 in the Hillside Loop because we brought our 2 large dogs. Site was very private and relatively flat."
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Crooked Creek Lake?
According to TheDyrt.com, Crooked Creek Lake offers a wide range of camping options, with 92 campgrounds and RV parks near Crooked Creek Lake and 1 free dispersed camping spot.
Which is the most popular campground near Crooked Creek Lake?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Crooked Creek Lake is Crooked Creek Lake with a 3.7-star rating from 6 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Crooked Creek Lake?
According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Crooked Creek Lake.
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