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Benner's Meadow Run RV Campground provides pet-friendly accommodations for campers traveling with dogs near Hopwood, Pennsylvania. Located in Farmington, this campground welcomes pets with specific designated areas for dog walking and exercise. The campground features 120 sites with options including tent camping, RV sites with full hookups, and cabin rentals that accommodate pets. Many visitors note the campground maintains a family-friendly atmosphere while being welcoming to four-legged family members. The spacious sites offer enough room for pets to rest comfortably at camp, though dogs must remain leashed throughout the property for safety reasons.
Several hiking trails near Ohiopyle State Park provide excellent opportunities for dog walking excursions within a short drive. Coopers Rock State Forest, approximately 30 minutes from Hopwood, also permits leashed dogs on most trails and camping areas. Tall Oaks Campground offers another pet-friendly option with more rustic accommodations and wooded sites providing privacy for campers with pets who may be reactive to other animals or people. Temperature considerations are important when camping with pets in this region, as summer months can reach high temperatures requiring adequate shade and water access. Most campgrounds in the area require proof of current rabies vaccination for pets, and campers should always carry waste bags to maintain clean campsites and trails.
"This camp was laid out very well and had plenty of maps and trails, as well as daily activities. They have a small amphitheater with easy access, a dump and recycling area."
"Aside from the rock water slide, which is burned into the kid's memories, there's great, easy hiking trails and a pet-friendly campsite."
from $20 - $54 / night
Check Availability"Pets are allowed but must be kept on a leash. There are gravel pull-ins for the sites, there are a couple of pull through sites for RVs."
"Many hiking trails of all sizes and kept clear. My dog is mostly weenie dog, and his little legs made it everywhere. Also had 12yr old son with me and he had a great time."
from $25 - $48 / night
Check Availability"This was our first big trip with two large dogs and it did not disappoint. It was relaxing and quiet with large spots to space out in. Wifi was good enough to work and stream Netflix."
"I was traveling alone and was looking for something about an hour away when I used my Dyrt app to locate a recommended campground. Benner’s popped up near Ohiopyle State Park."
"Very large tent site and surrounded by woods. Not close to your neighbor like most campgrounds. Peaceful! Van Life sites are tucked away in the woods for privacy. Open fields for large groups."
"The campground is dog friendl, which is always a plus. They just added a disc golf course to the campground as well. We are already planning another trip back!"
from $16 - $45 / night
Check Availability"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."
"ask for with 2 swimming pools. 4 water slides ,tractor rides ,fire truck rides and a train ride alongside the free activities for the kids there is allways something fun to do and only a few minute drive"
from $115 - $750 / night
Check Availability"We were very close to the state park and all activities there."
"There is one spot with a flushable toilet and it’s a bit of a walk. The pit toilets are actually pretty ok. The showers could use some TLC as well."
"It was an easy short walk to the parking lot. The campground has easy access to the bike trail. You can see bikers camping in a certain spot for the special rate of $14.00 per biker. "
"Great access to the Allegheny bike trail and all the small towns near. No shade over campsites."
from $155 / night
Check Availability"Incredibly clean & close To everything. Located right beside Ohiopyle and Yough Lake dam. There is a beach in campground but found the drive to Yough lake perfect."
"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."
from $29 - $62 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $45 - $999999 / night
Check Availability"The outside roads of the park if you walk them all is roughly one mile and it feels like you’re hiking on a gravel path through the woods- well because you are."
"Nice campground next to Chestnut Ridge Park (great pond swimming & newt catch/release as well as summer folk music concerts on Sat when not COVID)."
from $46 - $55 / night
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GuideThis campground checks all our boxes. Beautiful scenery, quiet location, spacious campsites, full RV hookups, well-placed fire rings, dog park, nice large bathhouses, polite staff, and Wi-Fi that works.
This is located about an hour away from my home, so we plan on making this our go-to for quick camping getaways throughout the year.
Highly recommended. Definitely worth checking out.
GuidePreface: if your main objective is activities for children, you have come to the right place. This place is loud and full of kids.
We booked a site but chose not to pay to select which one. All the pictures looked great! We ended up on a grassy hill in the back. The spot was so unlevel there were 19 inches between my bottom step and the ground. This site was the same price as level ones closer to activities.
Also bathrooms were outdated. They had older residential toilets that plugged constantly. The day we left 2 of the 3 in our nearest bathroom were out of order.
Aside from all the above, the Dog Park is awesome. It’s the size of a real, normal dog park. The ice cream on site is also a nice perk.
RangerThis may be the first campground I give a 10 out of 10! All the amenities your could want, it's clean, sites are leveled, it's maintained beautifully, there are cows in the distance, fully stocked store, friendly staff. Laundry, bathrooms, fairly spacious sites, a pool, dog park. Very, very nice.
GuideNew Germany State Park is situated in Garrett County Maryland. The park has a small lake, a few trails, and two camping loops. The Hemlock loop- the only loop that allows pets, is smaller and is mostly made for tent camping, though one site has electricity, but only big enough for a teardrop camper. There is a bathroom with a hot shower. The problems with the Hemlock loop is the proximity to the other campers. Our neighbors were loud, their kids were louder and their dog was ear- splitting loud. The tent pads are varied in size with sites 52, 53 and 57 being just big enough for a large tent and not much else. Every site has a large picnic table ( that is impressively hard to move) and a fire ring. Some sites are not very level, not not as much that your rolling out of bed in your sleep. There is water, but just at the bathroom area. This makes sense since the loop itself is very small. Deer are dense in these parts, and bears frequent the area. Summer temps usually do not get as nice 85max most of the summer. There is also cross country skiing in the winter. Despite the smaller sites, the Hemlock loop is frequently full, as is the non pet loop, which can accommodate larger tents and RV’s., but no pets.
ScoutVery conveniently located off the interstate. Follow the signs to the campground NOT the GPS in order to avoid some narrow and sharp turn roads. Staff were super friendly! Front desk staff were knowledgeable and and helpful. We had some issues with our power, and Larry was at our site within minutes to fix it. Big open dog park! There are only a few shaded spots. Spot width was a little narrow where we stayed (on the hill), but perfect for a quick overnight stay. Bathrooms were fairly clean, laundry was nice. The pool looked very well maintained.
TravelerI was the only tenter at the time of my stay; had the whole place to myself. The sites are spread far apart and wooded. Table and fire rings are at each site. They have a brand new bath house which was spotless and a well kept dog park for the furs. If desired, there is a group campsite and the use of a pavilion too. The camp store if beautiful and has everything in it should you forget something. I’ll definitely be back.
GuideStayed 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
RangerThere are two main loops in this campground. One that is pet friendly and more of a pitch-your-tent-in-the-yard thing and another that is pet-free and wooded. We didn't realize and stayed in the first one. Dogs were barking at all hours and there's no privacy. We drove through the other one and it looks so much nicer. Campsites more spread out with trees in between and way quieter. Will definitely stay there if we return.
GuideThe kids had so much fun playing in the water we didn’t have time to hike and see all of it. We spent time in Swallow Falls as well as neighboring Herrington Manor state park where they have a “beach” for swimming and boat and SUP rentals. The prices for rentals were very reasonable and the concession stand was cheap!!! 2.50 for large fries, $1 snow cones, it was nice to splurge on snacks and not drop a small fortune.
We stayed at the camp ground in swallow falls in a pop up camper. The camp ground was quiet and well maintained though it is more suitable for tents and not trailers or RV’s. The bathrooms were decent for public bathhouses, they were cleaned daily but the were outdated. I would definitely come back but maybe with a tent next time and not the trailer. The camp store had the necessities at fair prices. Firewood is sold for $4 a bundle.
We did have a pet friendly site reserved but found out after we arrived that dogs are not allowed out of the campground. In order to hike with our dog we had to access the trail just outside the state park. This would have been nice information to have before arriving with our pet. Pets are allowed within the park Labor Day through Memorial Day.
Camping options near Hopwood range from rustic tent sites to full-service RV campgrounds within Pennsylvania's Laurel Highlands region. The area sits at elevations between 1,400-2,300 feet with moderate spring and fall temperatures that often dip into the 40s at night. Winter camping requires preparation for temperatures below freezing, while summer humidity can make July and August camping uncomfortable without adequate shade or electricity for fans.
Water activities at Youghiogheny Lake: Launch kayaks at the Tub Run Recreation Area where "the boat ramp, slips and trailer storage made it an easy boating/camping vacation spot. Yough lake is small, but fun to explore. Good fishing." There's also "a beach in campground but found the drive to Yough lake perfect" for swimming options.
Mountain biking on the Great Allegheny Passage: Access the trail directly from The Blue Canoe RV Resort where "The GAP trail rolls right through the middle of this traditional KOA campground." Bike rentals available in Confluence and Ohiopyle, with "plenty of room for them to play" near campsites.
Scenic hiking trails: Explore Cooper's Rock State Forest trails near the McCollum Campground which offers "Many hiking trails of all sizes and kept clear. My dog is mostly weenie dog, and his little legs made it everywhere." Trails range from 0.5-mile accessible paths to more challenging terrain with significant elevation changes.
Spacious, private sites: Tall Oaks Campground features "Big spaces to camp, private and spacious" with "huge" tent sites that "accommodate up to 10 people." Many campers appreciate that "The spots are huge and mostly very private- I prefer back country camping and not in actual campgrounds- this place is a nice compromise."
Star viewing opportunities: Sites at Benner's Meadow Run RV Campground offer "amazing mountain views and the star gazing platform." The campground features areas specifically designed for night sky observation, though some note "The star gazing platform leaves a lot to be desired and is in need of repair."
Fishing access: Multiple campgrounds provide direct water access where "Lots of people fishing on the river—access right from the campground." Outflow Camping Area is "Right on the river and was nice and quiet" with fishing spots along the Youghiogheny River throughout the season.
Bathroom facilities vary widely: Campers report inconsistent bathroom quality across the region. At Scarlett Knob Campground, "Facilities are not kept up so they are dirty and need some love. There is one spot with a flushable toilet and it's a bit of a walk. The pit toilets are actually pretty ok."
Seasonal considerations: Water activities depend on reservoir levels. As one camper noted, "Unfortunately the lake was dried up- which the folx at the reservations site warned us about - so the campground was pretty meh without that." Call ahead to verify conditions, especially in late summer.
Distance to services: Limited grocery and supply options exist near campgrounds. "Plan your meals well, before arriving. There are a couple of restaurants in Ohiopyle, but they are not open late. There are no grocery stores real close."
Kid-friendly amenities: Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Mill Run is designed specifically for families with "2 swimming pools. 4 water slides, tractor rides, fire truck rides and a train ride alongside the free activities for the kids there is allways something fun to do." Reservations recommended 2-3 months in advance for summer weekends.
Dog friendly campgrounds near Hopwood: Many local sites welcome pets with varying restrictions. At Cooper's Rock State Forest, trails are "pet friendly! Many hiking trails of all sizes and kept clear. My dog is mostly weenie dog, and his little legs made it everywhere." Most campgrounds require dogs remain leashed at all times.
Natural play areas: Look for campgrounds with creek access where "Site #5 is where We stayed and it was perfect for the small children to play in the creek behind us there was the perfect pathway down to the creek." These natural features provide hours of entertainment without additional cost.
Site leveling challenges: Be prepared for uneven terrain at several campgrounds. At one location, "The site was sloped pretty bad side to side and there is a drop off on the one side of the fire ring so we could not sit completely around the fire." Bring extra leveling blocks as many sites require significant adjustment.
Water and electricity access: Coopers Rock State Forest offers "Electricity at sites but no water or sewer. A new section will be opening later this season that will have elec and water." Most campgrounds provide water fill stations but not full hookups at every site.
Cell service considerations: Connectivity varies by carrier and exact location. In some areas, "We did have cell service with Consumer Cellular (AT&T Towers) and were able to work while we camped." Other campgrounds report "decent AT&T and ok TMobile/US Cellular service. It was enough to stream at night and work during the day."
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Hopwood, PA is Kentuck Campground — Ohiopyle State Park with a 4.5-star rating from 84 reviews.
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