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Madison-Pittsburgh S.E. KOA's pet-friendly campsites accommodate tent campers, RV travelers, and cabin guests seeking outdoor getaways with their dogs. Fox Den Acres Campground also welcomes pets with spacious campsites and well-maintained grounds. Most campgrounds in the area enforce standard leash requirements and provide designated pet waste disposal stations. The Blue Canoe RV Resort (formerly Uniontown KOA) offers pet-friendly cabins and RV sites with full hookups, allowing campers to bring their dogs while enjoying amenities like fire rings and picnic tables. Laurel Highlands Hemp Cannabis Farm permits pets at their tent sites and glamping options, though alcohol is prohibited. Campers report clean facilities at Madison KOA with ample room for dogs to stretch their legs during morning and evening walks.
Dravo's Landing Campground provides free pet-friendly tent camping along the Youghiogheny River, accessible from the Allegheny Gap trail. The riverside location offers swimming opportunities for dogs during hot summer months, with multiple lean-tos and tent sites available for hikers and bikers. Pine Cove Beach Club RV Resort maintains well-kept grounds with pet exercise areas and trash pickup service. When planning a pet camping trip near Donora, campers should note that trains passing nearby some campgrounds may require earplugs for both humans and noise-sensitive dogs. Roundbottom Hiker-Biker Campground also allows pets along the GAP Trail, with easy river access and multiple tent sites, though drinking water access may be limited so campers should bring supplies from nearby towns.
"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"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."
"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 $25 / 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!)"
"Wonderful hosts, well maintained, large sites, close to the highway but no road noise. Giant pool opened in the summer. Highly recommended."
"This is a cannabis friendly campground that overlooks the Laurel Highlands Hemp field, and surrounding mountains. One yurt with a bed is offered. Please no alcohol."
from $100 - $150 / night
Check Availability"Very 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!"
"Easy highway access great for overnight travel"
"Located on the Youghiogheny River. Many full hookups, great play ground for the kids. New pool, but not open when we stayed."
"The GAP trail rolls right through the middle of this traditional KOA campground."
from $25 - $999999 / night
Check Availability"This is one of the only free hiker-biker campgrounds along the GAP trail (mile 99.6), and it is laid out similarly to the Dravo Campground, with lean-tos, picnic tables, firepits and lots of spaces for"
"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
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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.
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.
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.
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)
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
TravelerIn the past 5 years, I've made 13 trips to Raccoon Creek State Park and spent 16 nights in a tent there. It is my local state park and I can tell you lots about it.
The D loop is really great tent camping at Raccoon Creek State Park. It's tents only, no RVs. So it gets a really fun, party vibe on Saturday nights during the summer. There's a trail right to the beach near the D loop, so it's a great place for families to go with pets. The sites are big, wooded, and all close to the bathroom.
The C loop, however, doesn't take pets (which stinks). When we have our dogs with us, we gravitate towards the C loop. It's fine, but it's not as fun as the D loop.
When we don't make a reservation and we have our dog, we end up in the F loop. It's not our preference (but--let's be clear--even the worst site in the F loop is better than NO trip!).
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.
Campers seeking pet-friendly accommodations near Donora, Pennsylvania can access sites scattered across the Laurel Highlands region. Located at the confluence of the Monongahela and Youghiogheny rivers, the area features varied terrain at elevations between 800-1,200 feet with distinctly seasonal camping conditions. Winter temperatures regularly drop below freezing while summer months bring occasional heavy rainfall that affects riverside camping areas.
River swimming opportunities: At Dravo's Landing Campground, campers can cool off during hot summer days. "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. It's close to an old cemetery which is useful in telling ghosts stories around the campfire," notes Lauren C.
Fishing with children: The accessible shorelines make for productive family fishing outings. "Everybody is very friendly and great place to fish with young children," writes Tom C. about Keystone State Park Campground, which maintains a stocked lake suitable for beginners.
White water adventures: Active visitors can explore the rapids on guided excursions. "Great place to go white water rafting!!!" comments Keshini C. about Ohiopyle State Park's popular waterway activities, with options ranging from beginner-friendly floats to more challenging sections.
Privacy between sites: Ohiopyle State Park offers secluded camping spots. "Kentuck Campground is a very nice campground, the sites are plentiful, and though there are many…there is enough foliage that separate campsites that it feels somewhat private," explains Dave V., though he notes occasional noise issues from fellow campers.
Seasonal activities: Fox Den Acres Campground organizes regular events for visitors. "They provide activities almost every evening, making sure everything age range is catered to throughout the week," says Heather H., adding, "There's a predictably overpriced store where you can buy since essentials, and a few luxuries."
Well-maintained pools: During warmer months, several campgrounds offer swimming facilities. "The pool & concession stand, beautifully maintained lawns and gravel campsites, modern hookups, good shower/laundry facilities, nice fire rings with built in grills, trash pickup service," are highlights at Pine Cove Beach Club RV Resort according to Heath T.
Train noise disruption: Several riverside campgrounds experience regular train traffic. "One thing to consider with these campgrounds next to the trail is the number of trains that pass by in the night. It's not the train horn but the number of turns in the track and the squealing breaks that keep you up – so bring good earplugs!" advises Shari G. about Roundbottom Hiker-Biker Campground.
Bathroom facility limitations: Restroom quality varies significantly between locations. "The restroom and all the bathhouses badly need updating. The paint is peeling, they smell like mildew and the siding is rotting on them. They are clean but the creepy and gross factor are too much," reports Nora M. about her stay at Ohiopyle State Park.
Water access conditions: Plan ahead for water availability at primitive sites. "The well for the campground stated that it was no longer potable. My guess is that this is simply because the volunteer organization which maintains this campground lacks the funds for testing. We grabbed water at the last town before the campground," explains a visitor to Roundbottom Campground.
Cloud pillow attractions: Madison-Pittsburgh S.E. KOA offers unique play features for children. "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. They also have Sunday pancake days," reports Evelyn T.
Accessible trails: Find gentle paths suitable for young hikers. "We loved being able to access the GAP trail right from the campground," shares a visitor at Uniontown KOA (now Blue Canoe RV Resort), mentioning the trail's accessibility from campground sites.
Limited grocery options: Stock up before arrival as nearby stores are sparse. "Plan your meals well, before arriving. There are a couple of restaurants in Ohiopyle, but they are not open late. There are no grocery stores real close," advises Robert C., highlighting the importance of meal planning for family camping trips.
Site leveling challenges: Several campgrounds require extra equipment for comfortable parking. "I couldn't get it level with my Anderson levelers it was pretty slopped. On my way out I heard they were having someone come in to level the sites so I imagine it was just the time of year we visited," shares Patience W. about her stay at Madison-Pittsburgh S.E. KOA.
Access road cautions: Navigation to some campgrounds requires careful planning. "Follow the signs to the campground NOT the GPS in order to avoid some narrow and sharp turn roads," recommends Brandy S., noting that Washington-Pittsburgh SW KOA has particularly challenging approach routes.
Off-season considerations: Winter camping options exist but require preparation. "We're staying in the winter for a few nights to visit friends who live outside Pittsburgh. Friendly and cozy spot. 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," explains Zachary H., detailing the wintertime accommodations at Madison-Pittsburgh S.E. KOA.
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