Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Grove City, PA

Jellystone Park at Kozy Rest maintains pet-friendly accommodations across its 312 sites, offering camping options in tents, RVs, cabins, yurts, and glamping units. The campground features modern pet amenities including designated pet waste stations and walking areas where leashed pets can exercise. Mercer-Grove City KOA similarly welcomes pets with generous-sized sites set among tall trees and wooded areas, providing shaded areas for dogs during summer camping trips. Both campgrounds enforce standard leash policies and request that campers clean up after their pets. Bear Run Campground and Rose Point Park Cabins & Camping extend their pet-friendly policies to cabin accommodations, allowing families to bring their dogs when staying in more permanent structures. The bathrooms at Kozy Rest are exceptionally clean, making it convenient for campers traveling with pets.

Multiple hiking trails accessible from pet-friendly campgrounds provide exercise opportunities for dogs. Mercer-Grove City KOA offers a hiking trail directly accessible from the campsite where leashed dogs are welcome, while Breakneck Campground's walk-in sites appeal to hikers with dogs. Most campgrounds in the region enforce quiet hours that help manage barking and disturbances to other campers. Seasonal considerations affect pet comfort, with summer temperatures requiring extra water and shade for dogs. Campgrounds generally restrict pets from indoor common areas such as recreation halls, camp stores, and pool areas. The spacious, wooded sites at several Grove City area campgrounds provide natural shade and privacy for pet owners managing active dogs, with the tall trees and ample space between campsites making the experience comfortable for both pets and their owners.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Grove City, Pennsylvania (93)

    1. Jellystone Park at Kozy Rest

    13 Reviews
    Boyers, PA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (724) 735-2417

    2. Mercer-Grove City KOA

    9 Reviews
    Mercer, PA
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (724) 748-3160

    "It’s close to the outlets and Keystone Safari. They have a fishing pond but I haven’t walked over and seen it. It’s across the street of the KOA so you could miss it if you don’t ask about it."

    "Close to where we live so it's an easy drive and a great start to the season to shake out anything that may not be working since bringing de-winterizing our camper."

    3. Breakneck Campground

    16 Reviews
    Portersville, PA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (724) 368-3233

    $10 - $20 / 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."

    4. Bear Run Campground

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

    $30 - $300 / 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."

    5. Rose Point Park Cabins & Camping

    9 Reviews
    Portersville, PA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (724) 924-2415

    $32 - $60 / night

    "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!"

    6. Group Camping and Cabins — Moraine State Park

    9 Reviews
    Prospect, PA
    14 miles
    Website

    "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"

    7. Rocky Springs Campground

    4 Reviews
    Mercer, PA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (724) 662-1568

    "This beautifully tree-filled campground is a bit off the beaten path, but definitely quiet, warm, and friendly."

    "Gated entrance for security; very safe area in the middle of Amish country:closest businesses are an Amish-run nursery and a fruit/vegetable stand."

    8. Shenango Campground

    15 Reviews
    Transfer, PA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (724) 646-1124

    $18 - $34 / night

    "The Shenango Recreation Area is a large campground with some 300 plus sites located on a lake in western Pennsylvania. Access to the campground is fairly easy and about 12 miles north of I-80."

    "Most spaces are shaded and if not on the water, close to the water. We took kayaks - endless places to put into the water including from many sites. Easy 1.5 hour drive from Pittsburgh."

    9. Quiet and Secluded

    3 Reviews
    Mercer, PA
    12 miles
    +1 (724) 301-6949

    $22 - $75 / night

    10. Slippery Rock Campground

    2 Reviews
    Slippery Rock, PA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (724) 738-0402

    "Tucked away off the highway with a winding creek and many playgrounds on site. There is also a swimming pool, general store, tennis courts, and many horseshoe pits."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Grove City, PA

522 Reviews of 93 Grove City Campgrounds


  • Kevin D.
    Sep. 12, 2021

    Rose Point Park Cabins & Camping

    Family and pet friendly

    OverLl great campground. The sites are a little close together but we still enjoyed our time there. Staff is super friendly and there was plenty for the kids to do, pool, arcade, fishing, and playground. Decent size dog park to let your dogs run and decent trails nearby.

  • 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.

  • Heidi B.
    Aug. 19, 2018

    Goddard Park Vacationland Campground

    Near Beautiful Lake Wilhelm

    Nice park with very friendly staff. My only complaint is the sites are way too crowded. Also a little uneven. I love that this park is close to Lake Wilhelm & Goddard State Park for fishing and bike riding. 2 pools and a dog park.

  • Heidi B.
    Aug. 19, 2018

    Mosquito Lake State Park Campground

    Big, beautiful lake!

    Great park! Sites are spacious and level. Very clean park. There are several full hook-up sites. Electric sites near the lake. We stayed at site #96. New Bathrooms are under construction. Campground is flat and great for bike riding. Nice playground for kids. Dog park nearby. Camp is near beach & marina. Also many shops and restaurants within a 10 minute drive. We will definitely be coming back to Mosquito Lake!

  • Owen I.
    Apr. 16, 2023

    Rose Point Park Cabins & Camping

    Always a good place for a weekend getaway!

    Sites are super big and is a great family owned campground! Super close to a local ice cream shop and has a great dog park and is fully paved. Large fishing area and Camp store! I love that you can use Campers App at this campground and I love getting the Notifications when I camping there!

  • J
    Mar. 20, 2018

    Jamestown Campground — Pymatuning State Park

    Great state park

    Nice shower and bathrooms for a state park.

    I didn't like that pets are not allowed in the non-pet area as that was where the playground and swimming beach was. Made it difficult to swim and play as a family since you can't leave dogs alone at the campsite. I wouldn't bring my dog next time to this campground. There are other more dog friendly places.

    Very nice areas for walking, kayaking, swimming, and playground.

  • J
    Apr. 28, 2021

    Rose Point Park Cabins & Camping

    Amenity and Pet Friendly, but Where are the Kids?

    Good location for outdoor and city experiences, along with a relaxing getaway. Workers and permanent campers are very friendly with all the amenities necessary on site, including nice dog park. A small campground that didn’t have many kids for ours to play with during our visit. In addition, hill keeps permanent campers separate from temporary campers.

  • Courtney C.
    Jul. 31, 2018

    Mosquito Lake State Park Campground

    Great place!

    The sites are huge. The dog park is amazing. Theres so much to do here. Swimming, boating, fishing. We love it. Only bad are no real bathrooms except at the front of the park. No place to wash dishes. Rough if you're tent camping. But we love the sites so much that we keep coming back.

  • G
    Jul. 21, 2023

    Mosquito Lake State Park Campground

    Great State Park Campground

    We just got back from our first trip to Mosquito Lake State Park Campground. All in all, it was a great experience. 

    We stayed in site 67, which is a waterfront site, with electric. The water is about 25 yards from the pad, but is visible from the entire site. The site was spacious, but not as private as some of the others. There is some woods between this site and the sites on either side, but other sites are visible. The fire pits and picnic tables were staggered, so it created some distance to make it feel more private. 

    The campground as a whole, was very quiet. We stayed from Wednesday to Friday. The group next to us seemed a little rowdy when we first pulled in, but by 10:00 there was no noise anywhere near us. 

    Most sites seemed pretty level from side to side, but where we were, several had a slope from front to back. Away from the waterfront, most sites looked pretty level. The amount of space between sites varied from site to site. Some sites had woods on both sides, while others were pretty open. Some had nice large grassy areas, others were much smaller. Sites from 214-224 are in a cul de sac and are water front, but they were pretty close together with very little privacy between sites, if any. They are very close to the water though. 

    There are bathrooms and water scatter about, but from what I saw there was only 1 shower house. 

    Wal-mart and other shopping and restaurants were about 3 miles away. Park was easy to get to, only one turn for us off the highway. Lake was great for kayaking and paddleboarding. Very nice dog park in a different part of the park. There is a boat launch accessible from inside the campground. 

    Dump station has 2 lanes which was nice when checking out. Fresh water fill up was also located near the dump station.


Guide to Grove City

Camping areas around Grove City, Pennsylvania sit within the Allegheny Plateau region, characterized by rolling hills, mixed hardwood forests, and elevations averaging 1,100-1,400 feet. Winter temperatures regularly drop below freezing from November through March, while summer nights remain cool even when daytime temperatures reach into the 80s. Most campgrounds in the area operate seasonally from April through October due to harsh winter conditions.

What to do

Hiking trails access: The Mercer-Grove City KOA offers a hiking trail directly accessible from the campsite. "Hiking trail accessible from the campsite. Heavily wooded and quiet, but not too far off interstate," notes camper Gypsy G., highlighting the balance between seclusion and convenience.

Fishing opportunities: Shenango Campground provides access to Shenango River Lake with numerous waterfront sites. "A large number of them are on the lake providing a nice area to beach your boat or kayaks. The lake is not horsepower limited either," explains Doug A., making it ideal for anglers seeking both shore and boat fishing options.

Local attractions: The area surrounding Bear Run Campground offers proximity to Lake Arthur. "Very close to Lake Arthur for fishing and kayaking," notes Pam O., referencing the nearby recreational water body at Moraine State Park, approximately 15 minutes from the campground.

What campers like

Clean facilities: Jellystone Park at Kozy Rest receives consistent praise for maintenance standards. "Great campground and very clean. Probably the cleanest shower house I have ever seen at a campground," states John M., underscoring the importance of well-maintained bathroom facilities during outdoor stays.

Family activities: Organized events enhance the camping experience at many locations. "Plenty of activities for the kids, awesome lasertag course," Fred R. mentions about Jellystone Park, while Terra B. observes that Bear Run Campground has "lots of activities always planned on the weekend."

Spacious sites: Mercer-Grove City KOA provides ample room between campsites. "Level, wooded sites and clean bathrooms. Lots of space for each sites and trees for shade," Kelly F. reports, highlighting the privacy and comfort that adequate site spacing offers.

What you should know

Site selection considerations: Campgrounds often feature different terrain and site configurations. "Sites are super big and is a great family owned campground! Super close to a local ice cream shop and has a great dog park and is fully paved," notes Owen I. about Rose Point Park Cabins & Camping.

Seasonal operations: Most campgrounds in the area operate within specific timeframes. Bear Run Campground runs from "Apr 15 to Oct 30," while Jellystone Park at Kozy Rest operates from "Apr 15 to Oct 31," closing during the winter months when freezing temperatures make camping impractical.

Varying noise levels: Noise experiences differ considerably between locations and times. "Quiet and friendly place!" reports Sandra F. about Bear Run Campground, while Breakneck Campground has mixed reports with Ben noting "Apart from the campers above us on top of the hill, we were a few hundred feet from the other primitive sites. Despite being just a minutes walk from our truck, we felt incredibly secluded."

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Grove City, PA is Jellystone Park at Kozy Rest with a 4.9-star rating from 13 reviews.

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