Best Glamping near Hopwood, PA

Kentuck Campground within Ohiopyle State Park includes distinctive yurt accommodations that bring boutique camping experiences to the Laurel Highlands region. These circular canvas structures feature solid floors, comfortable beds with proper linens, electricity, and climate control options not found in traditional camping. Just a short drive away, Coopers Rock State Forest houses glamping options with modern amenities including hot showers, electric hookups, and proximity to stunning overlooks. The Blue Canoe RV Resort (formerly Uniontown KOA) boasts luxury canvas tents with kitchenettes and private decks. Swallow Falls State Park Campground provides glamping cabins with blackout curtains, mattress pads, and cozy sleeping arrangements. According to a camper, "The beds were very cozy. There are blackout curtains on the windows, so we slept late and it was glorious."

Hiking trails connect directly from glamping sites to natural attractions throughout the region, with the Ferncliff Trail looping around the Youghiogheny River offering easy access to swimming and waterfall viewing. Glamping guests at Ohiopyle accommodations can walk to multiple waterfalls, including Cucumber Falls and the natural water slides at Sliding Rock, both within a short distance from luxury camping options. Benner's Meadow Run RV Campground provides glamping opportunities with firewood delivery, full hookups, and a camp store stocked with essentials, eliminating the need for grocery shopping before arrival. Seasonal considerations vary by location, with many glamping sites open from April through October. One visitor noted, "We camped for 1 night. The cabin was impressively clean, and the beds were very cozy with mattress pads already on them when we arrived."

Best Glamping Sites Near Hopwood, Pennsylvania (23)

    1. Kentuck Campground — Ohiopyle State Park

    80 Reviews
    Ohiopyle, PA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (724) 329-8591

    $20 - $54 / night

    "We had room for ten tents, fire pit, tons of camp chairs. Right next to hiking trail. Flush toilets, running water, easy to find. Parking spot. Well maintained."

    "Nice fire pits and picnic tables."

    2. Coopers Rock State Forest

    32 Reviews
    Dellslow, WV
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 594-1561

    $25 - $35 / night

    "We went in late October and we arrived fairly late in the day and to our surprise someone was in the store when we got there."

    "While I wish the campgrounds were a little closer to the visitor center, there are trails that lead you to great overlooks, hiking, and climbing all over the place."

    3. Benner's Meadow Run RV Campground

    12 Reviews
    Farmington, PA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (724) 329-4097

    "Staff working hard getting things ready for the upcoming Memorial Day crush. Everyone was helpful, and they didn’t get mad when I accidentally set off burglar alarm in Laundry room 😂😂."

    "The staff is helpful and friendly, and so are most of the campers. 

    They even have entertainment and Saturday night was a fun DJ. The facilities are very clean."

    4. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Mill Run

    16 Reviews
    Normalville, PA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (724) 455-2929

    $115 - $750 / night

    "We ended with a very private tent site with no amenities but around the corner from a pavilion with an outside washing station and flush toilets."

    "camped here last holloween weekend, although it's raining we still enjoyed our stay.. site are gravel, enough space from neighbor.. it was fall season and the trees was all in high peak of autumn. breakfast"

    5. Yough Lake Campground at Tub Run

    12 Reviews
    Confluence, PA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (724) 329-8531

    $29 - $62 / night

    "Staff are very friendly and helpful. Bathhouses are kept clean. Ice and firewood are available on site."

    "The swimming lake was perfect and they had canoes and kayak rentlas on site. We are avid tent campers and loved that we had a very private and secluded spot."

    6. The Blue Canoe RV Resort

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

    $20 - $999 / night

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

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

    7. Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground Monongalia County Park

    4 Reviews
    Bruceton Mills, WV
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 594-1773

    $20 - $90 / night

    "Close to Cheat Lake and restaurants in Morgantown."

    "Close enough to Cheat Lake."

    8. Laurel Hill State Park Campground

    28 Reviews
    Rockwood, PA
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 445-7725

    $20 - $64 / night

    "Stayed 3 nights because I wanted to be centrally located to the he Flight 93 Memorial and Falling Water (about 30 miles to each). The non pet section is heavily wooded and very shady."

    "Bathrooms are old but cleaned daily, water was hot so no complaints. Later check out was a nice bonus

    Some of the sites are quite small and right on top of others."

    9. Chestnut Ridge Regional Park

    3 Reviews
    Bruceton Mills, WV
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 594-3111

    "There are many tent sites at this location, as well as RV lodging.  There is a pond you can swim and or fish at.  There are both, modern and rustic cabins to rent. "

    "Bath house was clean. The grounds were very clean and well kept. Staff was friendly. Quiet and peaceful. Pet friendly. Dump station on grounds and easy access."

    10. Swallow Falls State Park Campground

    24 Reviews
    Oakland, MD
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (301) 387-6938

    $22 - $33 / night

    "Swallow Falls has a great loop trail where you see four waterfalls. You can walk to the loop from the campground. It ma be adds a third of a mile to the hike. "

    "The basic tent sites each have a picnic table, fire pit w/ grill, and lantern post. The trails to the beautiful falls are a short walk from the campgrounds."

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Glamping Reviews near Hopwood, PA

318 Reviews of 23 Hopwood Campgrounds


  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 23, 2021

    Laurel Hill State Park Campground

    Nice state park with a lake

    Stayed 3 nights because I wanted to be centrally located to the he Flight 93 Memorial and Falling Water (about 30 miles to each). The non pet section is heavily wooded and very shady. The pet section is more of a loop set up with some trees. The no pet section had no, zero, zilch cell service so my stay was super quiet. Site 173 was easy to back into and had a large picnic area with a fire ring next to the brook. There is a lake with a small beach and a boat launch and numerous hiking trails. The park will s very nice pretty and during the week fairly empty. I would recommend

  • L
    Aug. 15, 2020

    Yough Lake Campground at Tub Run

    A little crowded, but well-maintained and very comfortable.

    Tub Run Road is a rough (but pretty) ride to the campground. Once you hit the property, everything is well-maintained. Roads are easy to navigate and equipment all works well. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Bathhouses are kept clean. Ice and firewood are available on site. Lots of seasonal campers fill their space to the brim with tent garages, so the Creekside loop, at least, feels a little like a suburban street, but still quiet. Creekside sites felt smaller and more crowded than lakeside sites, which open onto the beach and lake. Guests were very friendly and considerate of quiet hours. A number of families were joining across generations and campsites, which was nice. Easy access to local attractions.

  • Graham D.
    May. 10, 2017

    Kentuck Campground — Ohiopyle State Park

    Giant campground

    Stayed here with 10 other people. We had room for ten tents, fire pit, tons of camp chairs. Right next to hiking trail. Flush toilets, running water, easy to find. Parking spot. Well maintained.

  • T
    Jul. 13, 2016

    Kentuck Campground — Ohiopyle State Park

    The most convenient camping if you are paddling the Lower Youghigeny River

    The Kentucky campground at Ohiopyle State Park in Ohiopyle, Pennsylvania is the most convenient campground to stay at if you are a private boater who is rafting or kayaking the Lower Youghigeny River. It is located ½ way between put in and take out right on the road that goes between the two. I have camped here MANY times. I always travel with my dog, so I can only provide information about the facilities on Ginko, Cherry and Juniper Roads and the sites that fall within the 'Pet-Friendly' side of the campground - which is Ivy Road and Hickory Road.

    Most convenient, being the operative words here and the whole reason to stay here, really. That being said - it is a very nice campground - it just has some draw backs. I have broken down the 'Good' and the 'Bad' (in my opinion). For some, the things I have listed as 'bad' would be on their 'good' list - so take it for what it is worth - advice from someone who likes to paddle and relax with an adult beverage around a campfire at the end of the day. I don't want to throw a loud obnoxious camping party, I just want to be able to sit around the campfire and enjoy a few beverages with my friends and talk in a normal voice to share our stories from the day.

    The Good: Large tall shade trees throughout the entire campground. I cannot think of a single campsite that is actually in full sun. Nice fire pits and picnic tables. Clean bathrooms and showers - and lot's of them (although that being said, they could use another shower facility down at the end of Hickory Road - if you are in Hickory sites 160 - 175 it's a far walk to a shower). Hot water for showers seems pretty plentiful - it's been few and far between that it has run out or not been available when I needed it. There are large sinks outside all bathrooms for washing dishes. There are additional potable water taps throughout the campground as well. There is an RV dump station. There are dumpsters for trash and recycling. Dogs ARE now allowed at this campground (in designated areas - and there are a lot of them) - in years gone by dogs were not allowed. There are a lot of flat/level campsites.

    The Mediocre: There are also quite a few campsites that are not so flat or level. You cannot tell very well when making your reservations which are flat/level and which are not.

    The Bad: 'Quiet hours' start at 9pm. The Rangers are ridiculously vigilant about 'Quiet'. You literally need to almost whisper around the campfire in order to not arouse the interest of the Rangers which frequently patrol the campground on both foot and by vehicle. As soon as you arouse their suspicion by 'talking too loud', they make it perfectly clear that they can exercise their right to search your campsite and destroy/remove anything that is not allowed and/or kick you out.

    This campground is in a PA state park. Alcohol is not allowed in any PA State Parks. Certainly there are ways around that - using cups and mugs, etc. - but you have to know before you go to do that. It is obvious by the content of the trash in the dumpsters and recycling bins that NO ONE follows this rule. So what you then need to know is that the Rangers are vigilant about patrolling the campground for people violating the alcohol rule. (refer to the info about Quiet hours above.)

    Bottom line is: If you are traveling alone or in a very small group/just your family and are looking for somewhere clean, quiet and convenient to camp near the Lower Youghigeny River - this is a great place for you.

    If you've got a decent sized group, that will need multiple campsites and you want to be able to hang out, talk, drink without worrying about hiding it from the Rangers and enjoy yourselves later than 9pm, you might want to look for somewhere else to stay.

    If you've got a large and potentially loud group of people who want to party - don't even consider staying here. (My suggestions for that would be Tall Oaks in nearby Farmington or Scarlett Knob on the other side of Ohiopyle.)

  • Alisa C.
    Jul. 1, 2022

    Laurel Hill State Park Campground

    Quiet and peaceful

    A solid place to camp. Nice temperatures for June. A nice little beach for the kids to swim at. Self service ice and wood. Bring exact cash as the the contact station is only open Thursday, Friday, Saturday. Bathrooms are old but cleaned daily, water was hot so no complaints. Later check out was a nice bonus

    Some of the sites are quite small and right on top of others. Some like ours were significantly larger. The pet loop was essentially a field with trees around it. The none pet loop was in the trees and so you sometimes had more space and sometimes were right beside you.

    The no pet loop essentially cleared out after the weekend and we had tons of space to run around.

    I wish more hikes started from the campground. But there was a gravel trail that connected to most of them.

  • R
    Jun. 25, 2021

    Swallow Falls State Park Campground

    Cabin 58

    Swallow Falls has a great loop trail where you see four waterfalls. You can walk to the loop from the campground. It ma be adds a third of a mile to the hike. 

    We stayed in cabin 58, which has a short, easy path to the bathhouse and even shorter to the mud sink. This was very handy when traveling with two young kids. Prior to going, I wished I could have seen the inside of the cabins, particularly to know how big the mini fridge was. I couldn't find any pictures, so here they are.

    It is a one-room cabin, was impressively clean, and the beds were very cozy. There are blackout curtains on the windows, so we slept late and it was glorious. There is one small window in the door that does not have a curtain. I taped aluminum foil up over it.

    Each bed had a mattress pad on it when we arrived, as pictured. One minor note is that the bunk bed mattresses seem to be a bit too big for the bunk beds. This caused them to not lay perfectly flat and also made me feel uncomfortable having my roly-poly kids sleep on the top bunk, where there were only a couple inches between the mattress and the top of the railing.

    I have Verizon and could make calls, but could not reliably send or receive text messages and there was no data access.

    Great park. Great cabin. Great stay.

  • M
    Oct. 12, 2018

    Kentuck Campground — Ohiopyle State Park

    Sardines camping

    If you like camping right next to another group and being packed in like sardines, this is the place for you! You'll be about 15 feet away from the group next to you. They do have quiet hours though, so if you want super quiet camping...you'll like it here. Because it is also a PA state park....you can't legally drink alcohol here. But if you put it in a different container and don't make a lot of noise....nobody seems to bother you. The bathrooms are clean, but you have to drive to them if you want to use the bathrooms before it starts running down your leg....the walk is far.

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 17, 2019

    Kentuck Campground — Ohiopyle State Park

    Nice Pennsylvania State Park

    Very large park with a variety of campsites ranging from tent, 20/30 amp, 50 amp, and yurts. Price is the same for all electric sites, regardless of amperage. There is a 40-foot maximum vehicle length allowed in the campground– not a problem for our 17-foot van but the staffer who checked us in remarked that many people come in with larger rigs trying to squeeze in and are unable to. We had no problem securing a site with no reservation on a Monday evening after Labor Day. Very close to two Frank Lloyd Wright properties– Kentuck Knob and the more widely known Falling Waters. Other things to do in or near the park include whitewater rafting, rail trail biking, hiking, zip-lining and touring Laurel Caverns. The nearby town of Ohiopyle has many outfitters and several restaurants. The sites are all located on roads leading off the main road; we stayed in a 20/30amp site on Cherry Road (Site 49). It was right next to the bathroom which was good and bad. Good for proximity but bad because we could hear the hum quite clearly. Also, the door to the women’s room would hit you in the rear quite forcefully unless you held onto it (it took me three times to remember to do this)! There was a dishwashing sink in the women’s room (and I’m assuming in the men’s room?); it was very clean, but the only downside was having to do the dishes by myself! Alcohol is prohibited. Only certain areas allow pets. Only one garbage/recycling station outside of the campground. Wood and ice are available 24/7 on the honor system– very nice not to have to wait until a host is on duty to get what you need. Quiet hours 9 pm-8 am, a bit longer than most campgrounds but except for some sites with campfires still burning with people talking, it was very quiet in this campground. Surprisingly strong cell signal for being deep in the woods.

  • D
    Sep. 10, 2016

    Kentuck Campground — Ohiopyle State Park

    Great spot for all outdoor enthousists!

    From white water kayaking and guided rafting trips, natural waterslides, to hiking and biking trails - this park has it all! This beautiful park has something to offer for everyone. The campground is nice with several camping options such as tent, camper, yurt and cabin rentals. They also have hot showers, electric options, and pet friendly areas. They have several seasonal events and festivals that are fun for the whole family. Must respect quiet hours here, rangers patrol frequently. For those who want to have a good time and be noisy and share some adult beverages Scarlett Knob campground May be a better option.


Guide to Hopwood

Glamping close to Hopwood, Pennsylvania sits within the Laurel Highlands region, where elevations range from 1,200 to over 2,800 feet. This varied topography creates multiple microclimates across camping destinations, with temperatures typically 5-10 degrees cooler than Pittsburgh. Late spring through early fall offers the most reliable weather conditions, though summer nights can still dip into the 50s even during July.

What to do

Hiking to waterfalls: From Swallow Falls State Park Campground, access trails to Maryland's highest waterfall. "The trails to the namesake falls are beautiful and very family-friendly, with lots of helpful signage. However, the parking lots and trailheads were PACKED on the weekend, so if you're a day tripper, get there early!" reports one visitor.

Star gazing platforms: Several campgrounds offer dedicated star viewing areas. At Benner's Meadow Run RV Campground, campers note the designated observation point. "Got a nice secluded spot to camp in the wooded area that had amazing mountain views and the star gazing platform," writes one reviewer.

Water activities beyond swimming: Many sites offer water recreation beyond standard swimming beaches. "The neighboring sister park, Herrington Manor, has full-service deluxe cabins and a nice swimming beach," mentions a Swallow Falls visitor, while another notes, "We went canoeing on the lake. And had fun just hiking around a bit."

Multiple trail systems: The region connects several major trail networks. "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."

What campers like

Spacious, private sites: Many campgrounds feature well-spaced sites. At Laurel Hill State Park Campground, "All sites are gravel; most appeared level, but some did not. All sites are wooded but some have more separation than others. Our site backed up to the creek but surprisingly, there was not a lot of water flowing in the spring."

Cabin options: For luxury camping near Hopwood, Pennsylvania, cabins provide comfort with wilderness proximity. "We camped for 1 night. The cabin was impressively clean, and the beds were very cozy with mattress pads already on them when we arrived," notes a camper at Laurel Hill.

Kid-friendly amenities: Families appreciate the range of child-focused facilities. "There are a multitude of fun activities to do in the area. I feel fortunate to live only about 2 hours from this beautiful place, with the Montour biking/hiking trail running right through it. There is rafting, kayaking, fishing, trails and more, all nearby."

Cell service availability: Connectivity varies significantly by location. "We did have cell service with Consumer Cellular (AT&T Towers) and were able to work while we camped," notes one visitor to Coopers Rock State Forest, while others mention "Wifi was good enough to work and stream Netflix" at different campgrounds.

What you should know

Limited hookup availability: Many campgrounds have few full-service sites. "The sites are spread out. Electricity at sites but no water or sewer. A new section will be opening later this season that will have elec and water," notes a Coopers Rock reviewer.

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