Top Tent Camping near Erie, PA

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Best Tent Sites Near Erie, PA (13)

    Camper-submitted photo from Big Oak Hill
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    1. Big Oak Hill

    2 Reviews
    6 Photos
    7 Saves

    This is a newly created campsite that has picturesque view of surrounding farmland and of Peek-n-Peak. Located conveniently off of Rt426 with a slight drive along a field to reach the destination. Private and out of the way. Plenty of wildlife (family of fox and usually mamma deer and her babies, can normally be seen doing what animals do. Close to Peek-n-Peak and Findley Lake and its many amenities.

    This is a little campsite on top of a hillside besides, you guessed it, a big oak. This is on a working hay farm, so depending on when you arrive you might be able to see hay being harvested. Again, this a new campsite so improvements will be made based on demand.

    To enter the property, you will use a field entrance right off Harrington Hill Road (coming from the west it will be on your left-hand side). We have the way marked for you with posts/markers so hopefully it will take you right there. Please be aware this is located on top of a hill (with a big oak, hence its name :)) and you will be going through an active hay field to reach it.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Trash
    • Firewood Available

    $20 / night

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    2. Compass campgrounds

    1 Review
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    8 Saves

    Located on 50 acres of beautiful forest with lots of trails and wildlife. Only a couple miles from the shores of Lake Erie. This is wine country with wineries to the left and to the right. Many surrounding towns that will take you back in time. Fun day trips in the area: Presque Isle, Niagara Falls, Panama Rocks, Lilydale, casinos, Chautauqua Institute, Waldameer, Lucille Ball museum. Something for everyone!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Cabins

    $25 - $60 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Warner Road Dispersed Camping in North Harmony State Forest
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    4. Shady Acres

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    TENT CAMPING ONLY

    *NO AMMENTIES*

    •Nearly 2 wooded acres, in Millvillage, PA.

    •Just minutes from Port Farms, Amish goods, and the beautiful French Creek. Quiet country setting right off the main road. Surrounded by unoccupied woods.

    •30 mins to Lake Erie.

    •20 mins to Canadotah Lake.

    •10 mins to Lake Leboeuf & French Creek river.

    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Firewood Available

    $50 - $100 / night

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    5. Wolfkiel Run Shelters

    2 Reviews
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    31 Saves
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Dispersed
    • Trash
    • Picnic Table

    $8 / night

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    6. Higby's Campgrounds

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    Tent & RV camping & cottage & cabin rentals at Canadohta Lake with Higby's - Seasonal & Transit campsites. Check us out in Crawford County, PA. Higby's Campground and Cottage Rentals at Canadohta Lake, PA provides a place to stay for your summer vacation destination! Check out our website for additional information www.canadohtalakecamping.com We have office hours and can also be reached outside hours if needed. Late check-ins aren't a problem, just let us know! See you at camp! Call or email us today!

    • Electric Hookups
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      7. Allegheny Wild and Scenic River

      1 Review
      9 Saves

      In 1992 (Public Law 102-271) added 87 miles of the Allegheny River to the National Wild & Scenic River System classified as Recreational. The goal is to protect the existing outstanding and remarkable values and preserve a free-flowing condition for present and future generations. This designation applies to the following three sections: 7 miles from below Kinzua Dam to Route 6 bridge in Warren 48 miles from Buckaloons Campground to Alcorn Island (by Oil City), and 32 miles from south of Franklin to Emlenton. The corridor boundary runs along the plateau ridge on both sides and has extensive areas of privately owned lands with many homes and seasonal recreational residences along the shoreline. Public access is good generally from both sides and few hazards make this an ideal river for novice and family canoeing. Oak forests predominate along steep side slopes and there is wooded-riverine habitat in some of the floodplains. It contains the seven Allegheny Wilderness Islands often used by boaters for dispersed camping and fishing. The Allegheny Islands Wilderness contains seven islands stretched between Buckaloons and Tionesta along the Allegheny Wild and Scenic River. The islands are popular for dispersed camping, exploration, and viewing scenery and wildlife. They are mostly vegetated with fine riverine forests of sycamore, silver maple, shagbark hickory, and green ash. Dense grasses and other thick vegetation make access limited. There are no developed trails or other facilities on the islands. The Allegheny River is one of the primary tributaries to the Ohio River. It joins with the Monongahela River to form the Ohio River at the "Point" in Pittsburgh, PA. The Allegheny starts in Pennsylvania, near Cobb Hill, meanders into New York into Cattaraugus County, near Salamanca, before heading back into Pennsylvania northeast of Warren. The course of the river forms much of the northwestern boundary of the Allegheny National Forest before reaching Franklin where the river turns southeast. Within the borders of the Allegheny National Forest the river is fed by Kinzua Creek, Conewango Creek, Brokenstraw Creek, Tionesta Creek, Oil Creek and French Creek. The Clarion River joins the Allegheny near Kittanning.

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        9. Hidden Valley Camping Area

        1 Review
        3 Saves
        • Pets
        • Fires
        • Electric Hookups
        • Tents
        • Picnic Table
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        Recent Tent Reviews In Erie

        254 Reviews of 13 Erie Campgrounds


        • HThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Lake Erie State Park
          Oct. 7, 2024

          Lake Erie State Park

          Nice stop on way to Niagara Falls

          Beautiful State Park with friendly staff and campers. Windy, clean bathrooms w showers, flat sites. Sites on lake are not open - but sites across have good views as well. Lots more than just the campground

        • jThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Lampe Marina Campground
          Sep. 11, 2024

          Lampe Marina Campground

          Sunsets and Sunrises

          We came for a quick visit and enjoyed a beautiful sunset and sunrise. Large spaces and easy access to the pier (ramps available for all to enjoy ) We would love to return and enjoy a much longer stay. FYI -several dump stations so no waiting!

        • afshar Y.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Erie KOA
          Sep. 3, 2024

          Erie KOA

          Fun time for a family

          Fun little campground with friendly staff and wide open spaces. Clean bathrooms, great pool, fun little game room. The playground got 2 thumbs up from a 4 and 6 year old. There was a movie night every night. Close to stores (15 mins). The KOA is close to Presque isle and the amusement park, which is a fantastic place for kids. Sites were a good size and comfortable to be around.

        • Cynthia K.
          Camper-submitted photo from Chautauqua Lake KOA
          Aug. 28, 2024

          Chautauqua Lake KOA

          One Nighter

             Although this is a KOA Holiday, we used it as a KOA Journey on our way to the Catskills. Not too far from the Interstate & there was no highway noise at the campground. 

            We arrived right at 5pm, which is when they close up, but Victoria went above & beyond & took us right to our site. Good thing, since we were at the back of a confusing layout.

           There are sites in this section that have a partial view of the lake, but they looked like seasonal sites. All the sites looked well cared for. We had a pull through on Chestnut Drive.  Y1

          If you have kids, most of the activities they would be interested in are at the front entrance. If you don't have a golf cart, you may have to drive to the front for the pool, mini golf, basketball court & jumping pillow. 

          It doesn't look like they have many cabins. 

           There's another playground in the back that was getting used. There was supposed to be a splash pad, but I didn't see an evidence of that. 

          The bathroom/shower house are duel toilet/showers. Not my favorite, but we didn't have any trouble getting in. 

          We used the back exit on our way out, which was convenient. At least we didn't have to go back to the front entrance!

           BTW, Victoria is a treasure! She's friendly & goes above& beyond for customer service. We really appreciated the time she took with us.

        • Ed F.
          Camper-submitted photo from Lampe Marina Campground
          Aug. 9, 2024

          Lampe Marina Campground

          I AM EXCITED

          GOING LAST WEEK OF SEPTEMBER LOOKING TO GET SOME FISH FROM SHORE. HOPING FOR THE BEST! 5 STARS ON LOOKS ALONE.

        • Fred R.
          Camper-submitted photo from Indian Creek RV and Camping Resort, A Sun RV Resort
          Jul. 13, 2024

          Indian Creek RV and Camping Resort, A Sun RV Resort

          Back again 2024 July 4

          Again it is a nice large place with activities all day for all ages. Pool was great due to temps being in the 90s. Not all sites are full hookup and 50 Amp. The street lights suck as they fully illuminated our sites. Fireworks were OK.

        • Rose S.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Warner Road Dispersed Camping in North Harmony State Forest
          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.

        • Robert L.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from MillBrook Resort
          Jun. 23, 2024

          MillBrook Resort

          Pretty nice

          We stayed here with our Coast to Coast membership, so it was good for that price. The main restroom/shower house is attached to the office. There are 5 restrooms with flush toilet and hand sanitizer scattered around the park. Most all of the sites are back in. We stayed at a site that shares a pole with water and electric hookups with 3 others. The first time I connected to the internet at our site, it connected right away with good quality. For about 30 seconds. I never got internet at our site again. It is good in the game room by the office, but there isn't anywhere with air conditioning to sit. AT&T has one bar of signal. Many problems getting internet with that. We did enjoy the indoor pool. Until it became crowded with kids. So, we went to the swimming pond. It was quite nice. We took out a paddle boat. They offer paddle boats, canoes, and rowboat to use for free. The one we had wouldn't steer. We went in circles to the right in the middle of the lake for 45 minutes before we got it back to the dock. I think it needs more trees.

        • MThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Jamestown - Pymatuning State Park
          May. 31, 2024

          Jamestown - Pymatuning State Park

          Pymatuning Jamestown

          Quiet park. Some road noise from campsite J100 but US route 322 is lightly traveled. Typical tent site with fire ring and picnic table. Across street from bath house with shower and toilet which was clean.

        • LThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Jamestown - Pymatuning State Park
          May. 18, 2024

          Jamestown - Pymatuning State Park

          Weekend Getaway

          We will definitely be back. The sites are very level, so setup is a breeze. There's plenty of spots to go fishing and hang out by the lake, plus different things to do in the area.

        • Bryan S.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Follys End Campground
          Apr. 10, 2024

          Follys End Campground

          Nice spot

          Sites aren't on top of each other. Best sites are along the river and store has lots of fishing supplies. Wifi was too weak at my tent site and Verizon service was mostly unavailable. The site has a tire rim fire pit and picnic table with electric and water. Gravel pad where I parked was nearly level. Bathroom was cleaned the day I used shower and hot water was good. Prices for the site was $31/night and this was early season. I'm in a pickup with rooftop tent.

        • Matt S.
          Camper-submitted photo from Sparrow Pond Family Campground
          Apr. 10, 2024

          Sparrow Pond Family Campground

          Great campground near Lake Erie

          We stayed at Sparrow Pond Family Campground for a special long-weekend to view the Total Solar Eclipse. Their normal season doesn’t open until later in April, but they opened for 5-days for people like us who wanted a good spot for the eclipse. Since the normal season hadn’t yet opened, not all amenities/facilities were open but they put on a lot of activities to make the stay fun. 

          THINGS I LIKED: 

          • Easy access to Lake Erie and Presque Isle State Park 

          • Clean and well-maintained property with lots of activities 

          • All of the RVs appeared well-maintained without trashy-looking seasonal sites 

          • Nice campground with friendly camping neighbors 

          • Friendly and responsive staff interactions 

          THINGS I DIDN’T LIKE SO MUCH: 

          • The site was nice and in a great location with a view of the pond, but wasn’t level 

          WOULD WE COME BACK? 

          Absolutely, this is a nice place with plenty of things to see and do in the area 

          HOW I CAME UP WITH MY STAR RATING:

          ★★★★★ everything was perfect with no room for improvement

          ★★★★ this is a great place with one or more minor flaws

          ★★★ average in all ways— not great, not horrible

          ★★ major issues or poorly maintained, we wouldn’t likely come back

          ★ a terrible place in my opinion and I’d never return

        • t
          Camper-submitted photo from Big Oak Hill
          Jan. 25, 2024

          Big Oak Hill

          Wonderful hill

          It is a newly created campsite that is located on top of a hill with a big oak tree. The campsite is accessible by drive-in, but you may need a 4-wheel drive vehicle if there has been rain. I really like geometry dash scratch because it's interesting. The host is super-responsive and helpful. I really like this hill. The landscapes are wonderful. Hope that I will have a chance to return to it in the future.

        • Ashley F.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Snug Harbor Retreat
          Oct. 12, 2023

          Snug Harbor Retreat

          New Listing

          Ashley here with The Dyrt - we're happy to welcome this listing to our site. Check them out and come back to leave a review.

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          Camper-submitted photo from Jamestown - Pymatuning State Park
          Sep. 6, 2023

          Jamestown - Pymatuning State Park

          Labor Day weekend

          Campground was clean and well maintained. Only issue we ran into was that the fire pit was not cleaned out after the last folks. It wasn’t a huge deal but there we had quite a bit of debris and wet ash to deal with. The wash houses scattered throughout are new and very clean. The one across from our site had 4 private bathrooms with a toilet and shower. Very well patrolled and tons of stuff to do within biking/running/driving distance.

        • W
          Camper-submitted photo from Sara's Campground
          Aug. 30, 2023

          Sara's Campground

          Nice Campground, Friendly People

          Tried to stay beach side but it was too windy, it was a bummer but still had a good time on the other side of the road. We had excellent bike riding weather! Campsites were clean and had showers available.

        • Jake C.The Dyrt ADMIN User
          Camper-submitted photo from Big Oak Hill
          Aug. 29, 2023

          Big Oak Hill

          Hillside Camping

          Jake from the Dyrt here! Big Oak Hill is a working hay farm and provides a great backdrop for your campsite.  Check them out and share some pics of your stay!

        • Jake C.The Dyrt ADMIN User
          Camper-submitted photo from Compass campgrounds
          Aug. 28, 2023

          Compass campgrounds

          A Campground with trails and nearby conveniences

          Jake from the Dyrt here! Compass Campgrounds is more than a place to stay, they also have tons of trails so you can explore the area and search for local wildlife.  Check them out and share some pics of your stay!

        • J
          Camper-submitted photo from Two Mile Run County Park
          Aug. 13, 2023

          Two Mile Run County Park

          Underated Park and Campground

          We stayed in site C6 one of the reservable sites. Every site has plenty of room. Campground overall is quiet. And most if not all of the full hookups are pull throughs. But seems many of the tent sites are on grades. Couple beautiful walk in tent sites right on the water. Plenty of nice hiking trails. Great beach for kids.

        • Joni P.
          Camper-submitted photo from Linesville Campground
          Aug. 7, 2023

          Linesville Campground

          Small and Peaceful with a beautiful view

          Nice and spacious sites.  Great launch area from the campground to set out on your kayak or paddle board.  Walkable to the marina and beach area.  Beach area was small but clean and had new sand.  The bathhouse was clean and maintained.  There was a small swing area in the campground but you kind of had to walk through some sites to get to it.  No hiking from the campground.  We did ride our bikes out of the grounds and through town a little to the Pymatuning Spillway trail.  The trail head was a bit of a challenge to find.  We entered behind the church in town.  The trail was great and we stopped at the spillway to feed the carp.  On our return we found out that the trail was finished a little further down from where we entered and we rode to the end over a bridge and back into town.   We had Verizon cell service at the campground.

        • Kevin H.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Village Green Campground
          Aug. 6, 2023

          Village Green Campground

          Friendly staff & guests mostly seasonal clientele

          Site number located on elec outlet - situated at tail end of site next to shared water outlet ( two spigots). You’d best like close neighbors, cos they’re thrown in ( for no additional charge) had 30/50 and water - no sewer. Honeywagon service twice a week - $12 per. There was a bathhouse, pretty average. Good pressure , plenty hot.

          Laundry avl In bathhouse

          Had to detach F250 as site was a tad not level. No long enough to park on site, so parked next to 5th wheel.

          Verizon and Visible were both great. Verizon was higher speeds- but that is to be expected

          Office personnel and guests all really friendly and accommodating.

          This is my first stay in a seasonal park. Stumbled into a wonderful group of seasonal campers, almost like a family. Really interesting experience

          Needed to stay longer than anticipated, and they let us stay in an open field. Will come again if in the area



        Guide to Erie

        Camping near Erie, Pennsylvania, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are plenty of options to explore.

        What to do:

        • Hiking and Nature Trails: Many campgrounds have access to scenic trails. For example, at Minister Creek Campground, one reviewer mentioned, "Easy access to hiking trails right from camp," making it a great spot for nature lovers.
        • Fishing: If you enjoy fishing, Pymatuning State Park Campground is a popular choice. A visitor noted, "Plenty of spots to go fishing and hang out by the lake."
        • Beach Access: Campgrounds like Lake Erie State Park Campground provide beach access. One camper shared, "There is a nice nature trail that you can take the dogs on and a little beach to go do some swimming."

        What campers like:

        • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review for Chapman State Park Campground highlighted, "Very clean restrooms. Fantastic lake for kayaking, fishing, swimming, etc."
        • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites. At Linesville Campground, a visitor mentioned, "The Tuttle Campground was enjoyable. It is a well-maintained park with big spacious spots."
        • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Campgrounds like Sara's Campground are known for their friendly vibe. One reviewer said, "Tried to stay beach side but it was too windy... Campsites were clean and had showers available."

        What you should know:

        • Limited Cell Service: Some campgrounds have weak cell reception. A camper at Pymatuning State Park Campground noted, "The only slight downside for us is weak T-mobile cell service."
        • Crowded on Weekends: Popular spots can get busy, especially on weekends. A visitor at Lake Erie State Park Campground shared, "The campground was very crowded the night we were there."
        • Weather Considerations: Be prepared for rain, as some sites can get muddy. One camper at Evangola State Park Campground mentioned, "The tent area is a mud pit and sites were pretty tight in that field mud pit."

        Tips for camping with families:

        • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds or nearby attractions. At Sara's Campground, a reviewer said, "Waldameer water world place is perfect for kids in the 5-12 range."
        • Plan for Meals: Some campgrounds have limited food options nearby. A camper at Pymatuning State Park Campground noted, "Not much in the way of grocery stores as the closest towns... are small."
        • Bring Outdoor Games: Keep kids entertained with outdoor games. One family at Chapman State Park Campground enjoyed the "several nice playgrounds."

        Tips from RVers:

        • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A visitor at Buckaloons mentioned, "The campsites are large and not crowded on top of each other."
        • Utilize Dump Stations: Look for campgrounds with convenient dump stations. At Linesville Campground, a camper appreciated the "RV dump station and water fill up conveniently located in the center of the grounds."
        • Plan for Power Needs: Ensure your site has electric hookups if needed. A review for Pymatuning State Park Campground noted, "Quite a few of the sites are lakefront and of those a number are full hook up."

        Camping around Erie, PA, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

        Frequently Asked Questions

        • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Erie, PA?

          According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Erie, PA is Big Oak Hill with a 5-star rating from 2 reviews.

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