Best RV Parks & Resorts near Ford Cliff, PA

Mountain Top Campground near Tarentum provides year-round RV parking with full hookup options. Sites feature level gravel lots with wood borders and grass areas, offering 30 and 50 amp electric service, water connections, and accommodations for big rigs. Bear Run Campground in Portersville contains 300 sites open from April to October with electric, water, and sewer hookups suitable for large motorhomes and travel trailers. Sites throughout the region typically include fire rings and picnic tables, with varying degrees of shade and separation between neighboring RVs. Most campgrounds maintain paved parking areas for tow vehicles. "This campground is deceptively big! The nightly RV sites are close to the park entrance and are relatively flat," noted one camper about Bear Run.

Seasonal availability varies significantly among RV parks in western Pennsylvania. Several campgrounds within 40 miles of Ford Cliff operate from spring through fall, while others like Mountain Top and Pine Cove Beach Club remain open throughout winter. Navigation to some parks requires careful route planning. A review mentioned: "The road my GPS brought me in was a little tight, but manageable. There was a better route but it did have a very short bridge with a 10 ton weight limit, so be sure to really check your route." Most RV parks in the region offer dump stations, though some sites provide sewer hookups or honey wagon service for extended stays. Cell service fluctuates, with Verizon reception typically better at ridge-top locations. Pets are generally permitted at private campgrounds, with dedicated pet-friendly sections at some state parks.

Best RV Sites Near Ford Cliff, Pennsylvania (69)

    1. Rustic Acres

    8 Reviews
    Shippenville, PA
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 226-9850

    $39 - $69 / night

    "This campground is easy access to I80, Less than 10 minutes. It is very clean, amazingly helpful staff, mix of seasonal, weekly, and overnight. Nice playground for the kids."

    "Apparently lots of other folks agree, many seasonal campers here. Quiet tonight with only 4 or 5 empty spots. We arrived after closing but host drove me hind us."

    2. The Blue Canoe RV Resort

    6 Reviews
    Vanderbilt, PA
    50 miles
    Website
    +1 (724) 628-4880

    $20 - $999 / night

    "The GAP trail rolls right through the middle of this traditional KOA campground."

    "Located on the Youghiogheny River. Many full hookups, great play ground for the kids. New pool, but not open when we stayed."

    3. Bear Ridge Campground & RV Resort

    1 Review
    Kittanning, PA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (724) 822-6521

    4. Pine Cove Beach Club RV Resort

    2 Reviews
    Bentleyville, PA
    49 miles
    Website
    +1 (724) 239-2900

    "Great: 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."

    "Wonderful hosts, well maintained, large sites, close to the highway but no road noise. Giant pool opened in the summer. Highly recommended."

    5. Love's RV Hookup-Brookville PA 829

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    Brookville, PA
    38 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 646-6014

    $32 / night

    6. Mountain View Camps

    1 Review
    Kittanning, PA
    12 miles
    +1 (814) 952-1488

    $20 - $70 / night

    "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."

    7. Mirror Lake RV Camping & Fishing

    4 Reviews
    New Florence, PA
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (724) 235-2115

    "We were there for one of the first weekends of the season, and we enjoyed every bit of our trip."

    "The campgrounds are very nice they have a pool as well as a community building and camp store."

    8. Kalyumet Campground

    14 Reviews
    Lucinda, PA
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 744-9622

    "We've stayed at Kalyumet on our travel trailer at least a dozen times over the last several years. We love it because it's not huge but has all the amenities that we like."

    "We enjoyed the pool the walking/hiking trails, a trip into Cooks Forest, and even spent some time at the arcade (costs money)."

    9. Mountain Top Campground

    7 Reviews
    Russellton, PA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (724) 224-1511

    $48 / night

    "nice 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"

    "Was a little concerned as I was driving off the highway to get there. However once there, it’s a very nice place."

    10. Bear Run Campground

    15 Reviews
    Portersville, PA
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (724) 368-3564

    $30 - $300 / night

    "The nightly RV sites are close to the park entrance and are relatively flat. The campground hosts themed events, game nights and arts& crafts."

    "Bear Run offers pull through sites for larger RV's. The pool is smaller but still enjoyable.  Tons of activities always planned on the weekend.  Family Friendly Friendly!"

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RV Park Reviews near Ford Cliff, PA

363 Reviews of 69 Ford Cliff Campgrounds


  • Britt B.
    Oct. 27, 2020

    Bear Run Campground

    Loads to do...!

    This campground is deceptively big! The nightly RV sites are close to the park entrance and are relatively flat. The campground hosts themed events, game nights and arts& crafts. There is a swimming pool and playground for the kids. It also has a small café that sells baked goods and coffee. On Saturdays they sell amazing Armish Donuts! 

    Further into the campground the sites turn to more permanent sites. Further up the hill are more cottages and camping. This campground is steep in parts and too large to walk efficiently. There is a fenced dog run area and a beautiful lake. All sites have fire rings. There is an onsite laundry, WIFI, onsite dump station and propane refill station. 

    You can also buy ice and firewood. The campground is gated. Lots to do at the campground and lots to do in the surrounding area. They welcome all furry friends!

  • Britt B.
    Jul. 28, 2021

    Raccoon Creek State Park Campground

    Raccoon Creek Camping

    This is a large state park offering electric only sites

    The sites are set amounts the forest and there are several loops to choose from. Loop F is pet friendly. All sites are within walking distance to amenities 

    Amenities are quite run down but functional 

    Wildlife is beautiful and its a short ~10min drive to the beach area of Raccoon Creek lake. 

    Two (2) dump station spots and fresh water taps location throughout the park 

    NOTE: Many sites are not level, you will require blocks/timber to level out campers. Tent campers should choose their site using the photos on the state park site. 

    All sites have a paved car space.

  • James B.
    Oct. 7, 2021

    Mountain Top Campground

    very nice for me but ymmv

    nice 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)

  • Gypsy G.
    Jun. 22, 2021

    Mercer-Grove City KOA

    Really nice!

    Very well maintained campground with lots of amenities, esp for kids (pool, playground). Generous sized sites, not too close together. Looks like quite a few long-term RVers here. Cute chickens wandering around. Hiking trail accessible from the campsite. Heavily wooded and quiet, but not too far off interstate.

  • Gregory L.
    Jun. 19, 2022

    Roaring Run Resort

    Decent Campground, no 50 amp service

    This campground is a nice, quiet campground about 30 minutes from Pittsburgh. It is a membership-based campground, we stayed there using coast to coast. The campground is decent, but not sure it really qualifies as a “resort”. It is an older park that could use some updates, namely electric service, fresh gravel for the sites, and sewer, but overall the park was clean and reasonably well kept.

    The park is gated, you have to stop at the security booth to check in, enter, or leave the park, so you might have to wait a few minutes, but that is a nice level of added security. It is pretty easy to navigate the park even with a larger rig, and there is an nice sized overflow parking area to unhook your toad when you first get there. I would recommend getting there before dark. They did have signs directing you to the different site number groups which was helpful.

    The road my GPS brought me in was a little tight, but manageable. There was a better route but it did have a very short bridge with a 10 ton weight limit, so be sure to really check your route. Another bonus is that it is only a few minutes from the PA turnpike.

    The sites are average, but there are no sewer hookups and no 50 amp service, the whole park is 30 amp. The sites are reasonable level, but the one we had was a little tricky to get into because of it being on a hill, but it was manageable. The picnic table benches were completely rotted out.

    There are two dump stations, one located on the way out, and the other located in one of the upper loops.

    The campground did have nice amenities, the pool was large and clean, it had a nice playground, a camp store, sports courts, horseshoes, volleyball, and a mini golf course. The staff were all very nice, and they patrolled the park throughout the day and night for security, which is always nice.

    The closest town is about 20 minutes away, and there are a bunch of restaurants, a Lowes, and auto parts stores should you need supplies or make a repair.

    The campground is about 40 minutes from the Flight 93 National Memorial, about 20 minutes from Fallingwater, and there were a couple of wineries in the area as well.

    All in all, our visit was good. I gave three stars because of the lack of 50 amp hookups and the size and quality of the sites.

  • Tim J.
    May. 29, 2021

    Cook Forest State Park Campground & Cabins

    Open Campground

    We don’t live far from this campground, so it was a quick weekend trip in early April. Early April in western Pennsylvania means overnight temperatures in the 40’s and highs in the 50/60’s. The campground sits at the top of a ridge, with an uphill climb if coming from the south. We stayed in site #50, which was in the middle of the loop. Once there, backing in the site was easy, although the narrow road on the loop can be a little challenging, especially if you have a big rig. Once parked, leveling was easy and we were set up in no time. Our site was a little short, so the back door to our camper was near the fire ring, which resulted in smoke blowing through our camper, but nothing a can of Fabreze didn’t fix when we got home. The campground has a nice playground, volleyball court and open grass area for tossing a football or playing soccer. There are a couple of fresh water stations around the loop, so plan accordingly before arriving or be prepared to block traffic on the narrow road while you fill up with fresh water. The dump station was very open and convenient, so departure was quick. We will definitely visit this campground again, but will probably pick something with more shade, especially if visiting in the summer. We have a Winegard Air 360*, but Verizon 4G LTE was non-existent. OTA TV signal picked up a couple of TV stations.

  • G
    Aug. 18, 2020

    Cook Forest State Park Campground & Cabins

    Coor Forest State Park

    Beautiful park with huge pine trees. 235 sites, many with electric. Most seem pretty level and big rig friendly. Good ATT & Verizon cell service. Nice trails and friendly campground hosts.

  • T
    Sep. 22, 2019

    Bear Run Campground

    Cute and Clean

    Bear Run offers pull through sites for larger RV's. The pool is smaller but still enjoyable.  Tons of activities always planned on the weekend.  Family Friendly Friendly!

  • Nicole L.
    Nov. 1, 2024

    Cook Forest State Park Campground & Cabins

    Beautiful

    Cooks forest is absolutely gorgeous. I look forward to returning as there are a lot of hiking opportunities we missed. We stayed in the pet friendly area, which was nice. There is a pet trail through the woods that was really great to take our dog rather than walking around the campground. Our site was right next to a drinking water spigot and a path to the bath house. The sites near ours were in a wooded area, which felt more private than many of the other sites we saw. There was a fore pit and a picnic table. Our fire pit was behind where the camper was parked, which also felt more private. There is no alcohol permitted in PA state parks, so alcohol is prohibited in the campground as well. It was a great spot, and we look forward to returning.


Guide to Ford Cliff

Discover the charm of RV camping near Ford Cliff, Pennsylvania, where scenic views and well-equipped campgrounds await outdoor enthusiasts.

Big rigs should check out Mountain Top Campground

  • Mountain Top Campground offers spacious sites with full hookups, making it a great choice for larger RVs.
  • The campground features clean facilities, including a bathhouse and self-service firewood, ensuring a comfortable stay.
  • Guests rave about the stunning views and peaceful atmosphere, perfect for a relaxing getaway.

Enjoy family-friendly activities at Silver Canoe Campground

-Silver Canoe Campground boasts a swimming pool and a fishing lake, ideal for family fun and relaxation.

  • The well-maintained camp store provides essentials and treats, making it easy to stock up on supplies during your stay.
  • With a variety of activities available, including paddle boat rentals, this campground is perfect for creating lasting memories.

Experience the tranquility of Peaceful Valley Campground

  • Peaceful Valley Campground features a serene environment with plenty of activities for both kids and adults, including fishing and hiking.
  • The campground is known for its friendly atmosphere and well-kept facilities, making it a welcoming spot for all campers.
  • With a winery and a pond on-site, guests can enjoy unique experiences right at their doorstep.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular RV campground near Ford Cliff, PA is Rustic Acres with a 4.4-star rating from 8 reviews.

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