2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Mountain Top Campground accommodates tent, RV, and cabin campers with pets across its spacious, level gravel sites situated on a hilltop overlooking valleys of dense trees. Each pet-friendly site includes a fire pit, picnic table, water and electric hookups, with grey water disposal available directly at most campsites. The campground maintains clean facilities including bathhouses with pay showers and a self-service station for ice and firewood purchases. While lacking designated dog amenities like a pet park or play area, the property features a large open field in the center perfect for exercising dogs on leash. The family owners provide attentive service, helping with site selection and setup, particularly valuable for first-time RVers traveling with pets. Campers reference The Dyrt for top tips on camping near Gibsonia, Pennsylvania.
Indian Brave Campground offers another pet-friendly option with 185 sites available from April through mid-October. The Olympic-sized swimming pool attracts families with dogs seeking summer recreation, while nature trails provide walking opportunities for pets needing exercise. Located within walking distance of Harmony and Zelienople, this gated campground combines wooded seclusion with nearby access to town amenities and services. Bear Run Campground, approximately 30 minutes from Gibsonia, provides more privacy for pet owners in its primitive camping areas and sites near the horse area, away from the more densely packed front section. Seasonal pet-friendly activities include Sunday horse rides that children particularly enjoy, while the proximity to Moraine State Park offers additional opportunities for dog walking, fishing and canoeing with pets in tow.
"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"
"We recently stayed at this campsite with our 3 very young kids and dog. What amazing views from this location!"
from $48 / night
"They have an Olympic sized swimming pool, nature trails, playground, basketball court, recreation hall and walking distance to harmony and all the live music and nightlife that Harmony and Zelienople have"
"Reason for mark down is due to the trains that came through in the night and it must’ve been trash day in Harmony as we heard dumpster being banged around in the early hours of the morning."
Campground full this weekend
from $30 - $55 / night
"Very family friendly place and pets are welcome too! My son loves the horse rides on Sundays"
"The nightly RV sites are close to the park entrance and are relatively flat. The campground hosts themed events, game nights and arts& crafts."
from $30 - $300 / night
"Just pull in and grab some firewood 7.00 a 5gal bucket full and pick your site. there are 10 walk-in sites with 2 beauties down by the creek, 7 or so observation platforms you can camp on and to many to"
"We wanted a secluded site and close to Pittsburgh. We arrived around 7pm and there was no check in, we drove around for a while trying to find a spot with a fire ring per some helpful campers."
from $10 - $20 / night
"Pad was level and utilities were well located. Check-in & check-out were seamless.
The site amenities are dated, but it is a pretty cool campground!
We would definitely return for longer!"
from $30 - $95 / night
"It is right next to the bike trail and has access to the lake. I have enjoyed my time at Moraine and will enjoy it every time I visit."
"In fact my family used to own property near by. This park has an awesome trail system for walking or biking"
"Decent size dog park to let your dogs run and decent trails nearby."
"Super close to a local ice cream shop and has a great dog park and is fully paved. Large fishing area and Camp store!"
from $32 - $60 / night
"Pets are welcome. Facilities are older but well kept. Bathhouse is heated with showers that have a fiberglass tub surround, not concrete. Nice hiking trails that connect through the campground. "
"There are trails and fishing so plenty to do. Fairly sparse in April but a lot of people still driving and walking by. Alcohol prohibited"
from $28 - $40 / night
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..
ScoutThere’s no electricity and no where in walking distance and the internet isn’t great, and at night u hear raccoons in the trash cans. If you come here bring a portable phone charger. There’s really nothing here, and the bathrooms are disgusting
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.
ScoutSpent three nights there in August Mid-week. Was pretty quiet but was clean and nicely taken care of. No mosquitos or bugs at night. Nice walking paths. Pool, hot tub, outdoor showers all very nice.
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 !!!
ScoutCant have no fun or drink.kids get yelled at all the time..owner sneaks around looking in campers at night..they watch every thing you do. Then they throw you out because your having to much fun. Or your up after 10pm..what a joke....please dont do nothing wrong.because.youll be on the shitlist...they are very very racist ,dont ever take a black child or try to get a place to stay or even put a tent up ,cause if your Black ,they tell you their is no room for u or a tent..STAY AWAY FROM THIS PLACE,ITS A BUNCH OF HYPOCRITES AND THEY DONT WANT NO BLACS IN THEIR CAMP GROOUND AT ALL..GO UP THE ROAD..THEY ARE NICER THERE...
Camping near Gibsonia, Pennsylvania ranges from hilltop sites with valley views to secluded woodland retreats. The region sits approximately 1,200 feet above sea level with moderate summer temperatures averaging 70-85°F from June through August. Fall brings colorful foliage with cooler camping conditions as temperatures drop into the 40-60°F range by October.
Hiking and biking trails: Raccoon Creek State Park provides over 40 miles of trails with varying difficulty levels. "I had the most wonderful time on my first tent camping at Racoon Creek. We made a fire, hiked by the moonlight and swam at the warm lake at night," shares Mariana N. from Raccoon Creek State Park Campground.
Fishing opportunities: Lake Arthur at Moraine State Park offers year-round fishing access. "This is a great place just off interstate 79. Been going there since I was a kid. This park has an awesome trail system for walking or biking," notes Jim L. about Group Camping and Cabins — Moraine State Park.
Creek exploration: Multiple campgrounds offer water access for swimming and creek exploration. "We were in a lower loop with platforms overlooking the hill. The overall vibe was clean, safe, and beautiful. I believe the river would have only been a short walk/drive away," reports Jenae R. about her stay at Breakneck Campground.
Elevated camping views: Sites with valley vistas rank highly among campers in the Gibsonia area. "You come up a winding road and emerge atop the mountain. Half a dozen of them (premium) are at the edge and have a nice view to the hills beyond. Nice fire holes with a view," writes Jennifer H. about Mountain Top Campground.
Secluded creek-side sites: For campers seeking privacy, some campgrounds offer more isolated options. "We definitely lucked out with one of the best campsites; we were right next to the creek, it was super spacious and super private. There's rough terrain so typically these sites are walk-in," reports Taylor S. from Breakneck Campground.
Clean facilities: Campground cleanliness receives consistent praise across reviews. "Campground is very nice. A lot of sites with plenty of room at each site. Bathrooms were very clean as well," notes Tyler R. about his experience at Smith Grove.
Reservation timing: Many campgrounds fill quickly during peak season. "We recently stayed at this campsite with our 3 very young kids and dog. They called me and texted me in advance to remind me us of our reservation and also to find out if we were coming in late," explains Dave from Mountain Top Campground.
Shower access: Some campgrounds charge for shower use. "Mountain Top was off the beaten path and very quiet. Only disappointment was that the showers were coin operated, so you not only needed cash on hand but then had to turn those into special coins for the shower," Jennifer N. points out.
Seasonal operation: Most campgrounds in the area have limited seasons. "Indian Brave Campground is open Apr 15 - Oct 15 with 185 sites available," while some facilities like Rose Point Park Cabins & Camping offer extended seasons with both summer and fall events like "Pumpkin Carving Contest, Voting On Pumpkins, Dance Party," according to Owen I.
Kid-friendly activities: Some campgrounds offer organized events specifically for children. "We loved camping at Bear Run so much we bought an old trailer and we now park it there year around. Every weekend there are activities, there is a heated pool and Friday night Bingo," explains Amy S. from Bear Run Campground.
Level sites for setup: Families appreciate easy setup areas. "The sites are pretty spread out and spacious. The hardest part is finding it. The roads get narrow so if in an RV call them for the easiest way in," advises Corey L. about Mountain Top Campground.
Playground access: Not all campgrounds have dedicated play areas. "This is an amazing campground with reasonable prices, an array of camping options to suit different camping needs as well as budget range. Activities include wagon rides to the lake, talent show, karaoke…etc," shares Bettina A. about Bear Run Campground.
Road access considerations: Several campgrounds require careful navigation. "This campground was perfect for what we needed to accomplish! As first-time travel trailer owners, they helped us accomplish our first trip away! They escorted us to our campsite (which was larger than most) and made sure we had plenty of help getting backed in and set up," reports Jon H. about his experience at Indian Brave Campground.
Site amenities: Full hookup availability varies between locations. "Nice campsite, the closest to Pittsburgh that I found. Level gravel lots with wood borders. Lots of grass on each site as well. Full Verizon coverage LTE. 30 + 50amp services. Grey water dump on most sites," notes James B. about pet-friendly camping near Gibsonia at Mountain Top Campground.
Seasonal stays: Many Gibsonia-area campgrounds offer long-term options. "We live in Oregon and our son and family live in Zelienople. We have stayed here in 2019, 2021, 2023 and now 2024. The owners and staff are wonderful, right on top of things," shares Kim S. about her repeated visits to Indian Brave Campground.
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