Camping options near Fisher, Pennsylvania include several established campgrounds in the region's rolling hills and forested areas. Most campsites sit at elevations between 1,200-1,800 feet, which creates cooler evening temperatures even during summer months. The region experiences significant seasonal variation with campgrounds typically operating from April through October, though some remain open year-round.
What to do
Water activities on the Youghiogheny River: The Uniontown KOA (now Blue Canoe RV Resort) provides direct river access for kayaking. "Located on the Youghiogheny River. Many full hookups, great play ground for the kids... The ramp for entering/exiting with your kayak stopped before river getting to the river's edge. It was very muddy after the ramp."
Biking on the GAP Trail: Trail access runs directly through several campgrounds. "The GAP trail rolls right through the middle of this traditional KOA campground. The seasonal RVers and weekend warriors have long claimed their sites, but for through riders on the trail there is a special place to camp, close to the west-bound entrance."
Visit historic sites: Benner's Meadow Run RV Campground serves as a convenient base for exploring area attractions. "We stayed for 2 nights while we visited Fallingwater and the Flight 93 Memorial. We should have stayed another night so we could visit Fort Necessity NP just down the road but ran out of time."
What campers like
Family-friendly activities: Austin Lake RV Park & Cabins offers numerous recreational options. "Tons of stuff to do here. Very big campground, all kinds of sites. Inflatable slides and such in the lake, hiking trials, playgrounds, all sorts of stuff."
Clean facilities: Campgrounds in the region maintain modern bathhouses. "They have a new bath house which is personal bathroom style and very nice." Many parks include updated shower facilities, though some like the Washington-Pittsburgh SW KOA have issues: "The bathroom had some newer looking siding & some flowers, but the floor in the women's bathroom had holes in it."
Swimming pools: Several campgrounds maintain swimming facilities. At Pine Cove Beach Club RV Resort, campers appreciate "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."
What you should know
Cell service variability: Coverage depends on campground location and carrier. At Washington-Pittsburgh SW KOA, "Verizon service is great. Wifi in extended parking doesn't work well."
Hilly terrain challenges: Many campgrounds require careful navigation. "Very steep narrow roads to access campground and sites..sites not level and noisy, next to highway." Another camper noted: "The hills were terrible getting there, then another hill to get to the KOA. Then ANOTHER hill to get to our site."
Site leveling requirements: Bring leveling blocks as many sites have slopes. "A dozen or so of the sites are not level, not only that but they are narrow and where you sit is a slope making it very uncomfortable."
Tips for camping with families
Look for dedicated kid areas: Benner's Meadow Run RV Campground receives high marks from families. "So much to do for the kids. Clean and well kept." Another camper noted: "Got a nice secluded spot to camp in the wooded area that had amazing mountain views and the star gazing platform. Kids had a great time and lots of activities for them to do!"
Check for playground distribution: Some campgrounds have multiple play areas. "Has a playground in every section, well equipped cabins, a swimming area with inflatables, kayak, pontoon, and paddle boarding rentals."
Consider noise levels: Highway proximity affects some sites. "It can be a bit noisy though as it is right next to the highway." At Austin Lake, campers note: "Super loud PA system throughout the whole park that wakes you up at 8am every morning like you are in prison!"
Tips from RVers
Follow signage not GPS: For RV camping near Fisher, Pennsylvania, navigation is critical. "Follow the signs to the campground NOT the GPS in order to avoid some narrow and sharp turn roads."
Check site dimensions: Site width varies significantly between campgrounds. "The sites are very close to each other." At Blue Canoe RV Resort, "the fire rings are all in sight of each other. Like a row parallel to the sites all the way down the line; not much privacy while cooking or enjoying your fire."
Plan for water limitations: Not all sites have full hookups. Benner's Meadow Run offers sites with "water and electric" while others may have more limited access requiring planning ahead for water conservation.
