Best Camping near Irwin, PA

Irwin, PA is a great camping destination for adventurers of all types. Irwin is an adventure-filled destination for those who love the outdoorsy camper lifestyle. But it's also great for those who prefer to spend time near the city, exploring and sightseeing. Find the best campgrounds near Irwin, PA. Read helpful reviews and tips to find the perfect camping option for you and your crew.

Best Camping Sites Near Irwin, PA (96)

    Camper-submitted photo from Kentuck Campground — Ohiopyle State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Kentuck Campground — Ohiopyle State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Kentuck Campground — Ohiopyle State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Kentuck Campground — Ohiopyle State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Kentuck Campground — Ohiopyle State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Kentuck Campground — Ohiopyle State Park

    1. Kentuck Campground — Ohiopyle State Park

    79 Reviews
    256 Photos
    529 Saves
    Ohiopyle, Pennsylvania

    Known as the “Gateway to the Laurel Highlands,” Pennsylvania’s Ohiopyle State Park consists of approximately 20,500 acres of the state’s finest and most rugged natural beauty. A quick drive from Pittsburgh and Morgantown, WV, this park can get you back to nature conveniently. The million annual visitors the park gets act as proof of just how convenient this state park is. Camping at Ohiopyle State Park offers campers 200 campsites at the Kentuck campground, with flush toilets, warm showers, picnic tables, fire rings, and some electric hook-ups. Yurts and cottages are available as well for those looking for a more comfortable stay in the great Allegheny passage. When visiting this state park, campers and adventurers will both notice the mighty Youghiogheny [yawki-gay-nee] River flowing through the center of the park. Capitalizing on this, the park offers whitewater boating opportunities for all experience levels. For those looking to stay on dry land, however, hiking, biking, horseback riding, hunting and rock climbing are all available in the summer months. In the colder months, cross-country skiing and snowmobile riding are available across the park.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Keystone State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Keystone State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Keystone State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Keystone State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Keystone State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Keystone State Park Campground

    2. Keystone State Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    55 Photos
    91 Saves
    Latrobe, Pennsylvania

    The 1,200-acre Keystone State Park is great for day-trips and family vacations year round. Camping, modern cabins, many trails, and a lake are all within walking distance, providing an ideal setting for wildlife watching or outdoor adventures.

    The park is within easy driving distance from the Pittsburgh metropolitan area, the Laurel Highlands, and their many attractions.

    About 100 tent and trailer sites are available from the first Friday in April to the third Sunday of October.

    Lakeside Campground is adjacent to the lake. Hillside Campground is in a more remote area of the park and accommodates those camping with pets.

    Both campgrounds have a modern bathhouse. A sanitary dump station is available. Shower facilities may not be available after October 1.

    The 11 modern cabins are available year round. They are located near the breast of the dam between the two campgrounds.

    Three cottages, located in Lakeside Campground, sleep five people in bunk beds.

    Two yurts are located in Lakeside Campground.

    These round, canvas, and wood-walled tents have a wooden deck and sleep five people in bunk beds.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $15 - $166 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Raccoon Creek State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Raccoon Creek State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Raccoon Creek State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Raccoon Creek State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Raccoon Creek State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Raccoon Creek State Park Campground

    3. Raccoon Creek State Park Campground

    48 Reviews
    126 Photos
    249 Saves
    Clinton, Pennsylvania

    Raccoon Creek State Park is one of Pennsylvania’s largest and most visited state parks. It began as a Recreational Demonstration Area operated by the National Park Service in the 1930s during the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) era.

    The park encompasses 7,572 acres and features the beautiful 101-acre Raccoon Lake. Facilities are a mix of modern and rustic with group camps from the CCC era.

    The 172 modern tent and trailer campsites have access to flush facilities, warm showers, and the option of electricity. Each site also has a picnic table and fire ring. Pets are permitted in C and F campsite loops.

    The wooded campground offers:

    Selection of secluded or adjoining sites Playground Five central washhouses Sanitary dump station Camping seasons:

    E and F loops open early April and close in mid-October. A, B, C, and D loops open late May and close mid-September

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $25 - $40 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Madison-Pittsburgh S.E. KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Madison-Pittsburgh S.E. KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Madison-Pittsburgh S.E. KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Madison-Pittsburgh S.E. KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Madison-Pittsburgh S.E. KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Madison-Pittsburgh S.E. KOA

    4. Madison-Pittsburgh S.E. KOA

    10 Reviews
    15 Photos
    29 Saves
    Youngwood, Pennsylvania
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Fox Den Acres Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Fox Den Acres Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Fox Den Acres Campground

    5. Fox Den Acres Campground

    8 Reviews
    3 Photos
    77 Saves
    Youngwood, Pennsylvania
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $25 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Laurel Hill State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Laurel Hill State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Laurel Hill State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Laurel Hill State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Laurel Hill State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Laurel Hill State Park Campground

    6. Laurel Hill State Park Campground

    26 Reviews
    51 Photos
    166 Saves
    Rockwood, Pennsylvania

    Of the 262 campsites, 149 have electric hook-ups. Some sites have full-service hook up, which includes sewer, water, and electricity. The campground has:

    Flush toilets Warm showers Sanitary dumping stations Drinking water Pets are permitted in designated sites. Please follow all pet camping rules.

    The campground is open from mid-April and closes the third Sunday in October.

    Site occupancy is limited to one family unit (persons living under one household) or one non-family unit limited to five persons, including one responsible individual 18 years of age or older.

    The maximum camping period is 14 consecutive nights.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $29 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Mill Run
    Camper-submitted photo from Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Mill Run
    Camper-submitted photo from Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Mill Run
    Camper-submitted photo from Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Mill Run
    Camper-submitted photo from Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Mill Run
    Camper-submitted photo from Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Mill Run

    7. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Mill Run

    16 Reviews
    90 Photos
    59 Saves
    Normalville, Pennsylvania

    Yogi Bear Campground PA is a large family campground near Pittsburgh. The resort has many amenities and facilities. Facilities: -full hookups -restrooms -showers -laundry -camp store -cable tv -wireless internet -dog park -restaurant -pools -waterslides -minigold

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Kooser State Park Campground — Kooser State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Kooser State Park Campground — Kooser State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Kooser State Park Campground — Kooser State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Kooser State Park Campground — Kooser State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Kooser State Park Campground — Kooser State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Kooser State Park Campground — Kooser State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Dravo's Landing Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Dravo's Landing Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Dravo's Landing Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Dravo's Landing Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Dravo's Landing Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Dravo's Landing Campground

    9. Dravo's Landing Campground

    3 Reviews
    15 Photos
    97 Saves
    Sutersville, Pennsylvania

    One camping area with room for 25-30 tents. Convenient camping for cycling trips along the Great Allegheny Passage!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Group
    Camper-submitted photo from The Blue Canoe RV Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from The Blue Canoe RV Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from The Blue Canoe RV Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from The Blue Canoe RV Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from The Blue Canoe RV Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from The Blue Canoe RV Resort

    10. The Blue Canoe RV Resort

    6 Reviews
    45 Photos
    33 Saves
    Vanderbilt, Pennsylvania

    Welcome to The Blue Canoe RV Resort! The same campground you know and love but with a new name. We sit right between the Youghiogheny River and the Great Allegheny Passage bike trail. So every campsite comes with a view of the trail or river. Cast for trout or launch a kayak (rentals available) into the Youghiogheny. Or set off on a bike ride of any length along the 150-mile GAP trail. Enjoy themed weekends with crafts, bingo, DJs and live bands, bonfires and music by the pool. Plan a day trip to Laurel Caverns, Kennywood or Idlewild amusement parks, Fort Necessity, and more.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $20 - $147 / night

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Pet-friendly camping near Irwin

Recent Reviews in Irwin

530 Reviews of 96 Irwin Campgrounds


  • Clinton C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Buttercup Woodlands Campground
    Oct. 7, 2024

    Buttercup Woodlands Campground

    Caveat Emptor

    I came up for an event at the farm show grounds(yes the event you’re thinking of). I made a reservation and paid in full the day after it was announced 6 days beforehand. I got a call the day before Friday stating that I wasn’t able to check in until 1PM and the latest was 8PM. I asked if I could park there before the event and deal with it later. The owner reluctantly agreed, however said that my vehicle would be towed if I came after 8. He also stated that I couldn’t check in early or wait a little. Gates closed at 1; and was over at 8 and couldn’t leave the parking lot until 10. Needless to say I just drove home 3 hours instead. Mind you the“campground” is a quarter mile from the farm show grounds. I honestly just wanted somewhere to rest my eyes for a couple of hours in my car before I left early on the morning. I understand that places like this have policies, however this was probably the largest congregation of people Butler and the Farm Show has ever hosted. There was 10s of thousands of people in town and as a bonus the rounds were closed to due construction. If you lean even a little right, caveat emptor. The guy knew exactly what was doing. This will be the most expensive$35 this guy ever stole.

  • Joshua B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Kentuck Campground — Ohiopyle State Park
    Oct. 5, 2024

    Kentuck Campground — Ohiopyle State Park

    I fell in love with this place.

    This park has many trails but mostly there more rapids to enjoy. The trails however are of a higher class of terrain though they aren’t necessarily difficult. There is much to see. The most unique part about this place is the small town in the middle of it. The shops are all mom and pop made from scratch food and hand made jewelry and clothing. There is a small pub right up the street and the entire town has an amazing view of the river just across the parking lot, which you can swim in up to a point. Ohiopyle is an amazing place, I have visited it many times and I plan to visit many times in the future.

  • Jeff H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Coopers Rock State Forest
    Sep. 30, 2024

    Coopers Rock State Forest

    McCollum Campground

    A nice campground in a beautiful area.  Currently, McCollum has 25 campsites, but a new section is under construction.  The sites are relatively level for such a hilly area, but we did need to do a little extra positioning of our camper.  Site 22 is a pull through site and feels extra large compared to others.  No water at this site but is does have 30 and 15 amp service.

    There is a small camp store with the basics and a larger outpost just down the road where many of the trail heads are located.  There is a bit of a Wi-Fi signal but is only accessible when you're at the camp store.

    Fantastic hiking in the area!  Lots of interesting scenery and rock formations to explore.

    Bath house was clean and the water was hot.

    Definitely recommend staying here.

  • Wailym C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Kooser State Park Campground — Kooser State Park
    Sep. 7, 2024

    Kooser State Park Campground — Kooser State Park

    Convenient & Comfortable

    Nice little park& campground. Very Clean, cozy and quiet, except for the road noise. Right off Route 31, minutes from I-76 makes it a very convenient place to stop along your travels. Bathrooms are clean, grounds very well kept. The park area is lovely, but the lake is currently very low. Trout stocked but I wouldn’t count on fishing here right now. Short walking trail along a creek. Very lovely cabins and cabin areas and tent sites. RV sites are small but adequate and most are pull though. Honestly some of the best attention and details we’ve seen at a state park. We would stay again.  We stayed at site 12E and site 1E.  Be aware that site 1E is not very level on pull through gravel surface.

  • corda B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Chestnut Ridge Regional Park
    Sep. 7, 2024

    Chestnut Ridge Regional Park

    Perfect

    Sites are very large. Water pressure was good. 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.

  • Cynthia K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Washington-Pittsburgh SW KOA
    Sep. 3, 2024

    Washington-Pittsburgh SW KOA

    Nope!

    Tried this KOA on the spur of the moment. We won't be back.

     It's easy on/easy off from the interstate. The hills were terrible getting there, then another hill to get to the KOA. The ANOTHER hill to get to our site. 

      Asked for a site by the bathroom. It was closer than all the other sites on the hill. Yes, all the sites are cut into the hill. There's stairs to get down to the bathroom/shower(!?!?). Some people living in a trailer by the stairs have a big dog that will lunge & bark. 

    It seems like cosmetic things have been done. Planters spaced on posts leading up to the KOA main building. The bathroom had some newer looking siding & some flowers, but the floor in the women's bathroom had holes in it. It smelled funny in there too. This place needs a major remodel! 

     There were cigarette butts EVERYWHERE!

     We were thinking about using the pool, but decided against it. Sites were full sun. 

    Can't believe this is a KOA...

  • Fred R.
    Camper-submitted photo from The Blue Canoe RV Resort
    Sep. 2, 2024

    The Blue Canoe RV Resort

    Summer 2024

    Very nice campground with multiple pools,playsets,cabins and river sites. So quiet cept for the occasional train pass by across the river. Food ice cream and biking access and sites.

  • Owen I.
    Camper-submitted photo from Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Mill Run
    Aug. 13, 2024

    Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Mill Run

    STAY AWAY! - Super Rude Staff And Packed Campground

    I have stayed at this campground MANY times and it has been TERRIBLE every time with kids screaming and music blasting at 1 in the morning the staff don't care they just care about the bottom line by selling 13 dollar milkshakes and serving you 20 dollar salads! This Campground Is Poorly Maintained And It is evident that they just want to take your money this campground is frequently at capacity and is oversold frequently! The Pools Are Dirty And Were Closed On 2 Of The 3 Days staff would not tell us what happened and would not give us our money back. While you were swimming you were touching hair every other time you moved and their were many leaves in the pools that staff did not care and were super rude

  • Joan B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Keystone State Park Campground
    Jul. 23, 2024

    Keystone State Park Campground

    Clean Park and nice shaded sites

    This is our second time staying here - once in Electric site on Lakeside and this time non electric site on Hillside. Love this side of Hillside - quiet and shaded. Very clean park and shower house does not have the timed showers of Lakeside. Both times very much appreciated the presense of DCNR - on foot this time. Very nice park to hike, swim, walk, bike, and kayak. The little store has drinks and snacks. Because the beach was closed we had considered going to Deery Community Pool 7 miles away - another option in the area.

  • Kevin D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Washington-Pittsburgh SW KOA
    Jul. 21, 2024

    Washington-Pittsburgh SW KOA

    Campsites are not level

    A dozen or so of the sites are not level, not only that but they are narrow and where you sit is a slope making it very uncomfortable. This is overpriced for that simple issue, I guess ok for an overnight stay but I wouldn’t plan a long stay

  • Michele S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Bear Run Campground
    Jul. 5, 2024

    Bear Run Campground

    Can’t wait to go back

    I took my 7yo son last year for his first time camping. He absolutely loved it!!! Everyone was very nice & the heated pool & campstore are great. He especially enjoyed the “rock mining”. He keeps wanting to go back to get the motherload bag to mine!

  • Heather M.
    Camper-submitted photo from The Blue Canoe RV Resort
    Jun. 20, 2024

    The Blue Canoe RV Resort

    Good and bad

    This is a former KOA campground, but still has the same management. The good: pretty campground, clean and nice amenities. Bad: the management is rude and unfriendly. Also, the seasonal campers are also salty. We were driving a golf cart, going less than the speed limit and the seasonal guests shook their fingers at us to slow down… Unfortunately we won’t come back bc of the people. The site itself is great.

  • WThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Laurel Hill State Park Campground
    Jun. 16, 2024

    Laurel Hill State Park Campground

    Great Stay over Father’s Day weekend

    It was my first time camping at a State Park Campground and it wasn’t as bad as anticipated! Very clean shower houses they were a bit dated as expected but overall in working clean condition.They have paddle boats, kayak and canoe rentals. We rented canoes and spent few hours out on the water. Our site 135 was fairly easy to access with our 36ft fifth wheel but could be an issue with anything larger or without an experienced driver. All in all a great stay I would recommend to everyone!

  • E
    Camper-submitted photo from Laurel Hill State Park Campground
    Jun. 10, 2024

    Laurel Hill State Park Campground

    June 2024 Dog loop

    Excellent clean park and easy to get to from Pittsburgh. The campsite and bathrooms were clean when we arrived and when we left. The site numbering is a bit wonky on the door loop so make sure you look at your map before you start driving the loops.

    The electrical hookups are not played out well like an expensive RV park with the shared power post on the entrance side of the camper. You may want to have an extension for your power cable.

    The park ranger drove through multiple times a day. Overall the dog loop was quite and at night we could hear the coyotes in the distance.

    The lake provides a great place to fish and the walking trail has some less used fishing spots if you are willing to walk. We enjoyed the easy walking lake trail with the kids because it was wide and flat.

    Kayak rental of $15 for an hour was the cheapest we have seen and allowed us to explore more of the lake.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Mountain Pines Campground
    Jun. 9, 2024

    Mountain Pines Campground

    HUGE campground

    If you are looking for lots of amenities - swimming pool, organized activities, mini golf etc. and don’t mind being stacked together with other campers, this is the place for you. Camp sites have no privacy, lots of golf carts going by regularly. There is a large quantity (100s) of permanent sites. Bath houses certainly not designed for lots of people in terms of size, but the showers were free, hot, clean and had good water pressure. Here for a gathering of 50 or so campers. Nice pavilion area. Would probably only return for a similar event.

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo from Indian Brave Campground
    May. 29, 2024

    Indian Brave Campground

    Our Happy Place

    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. We enjoy spending time with our son and his family in Zeli and Harmony as well as the other Villages around. Highly recommend IBCG to everyone (until we can't get a spot!)

  • Joni P.
    Camper-submitted photo from Benner's Meadow Run RV Campground
    May. 28, 2024

    Benner's Meadow Run RV Campground

    Commercialized campground

    The entry is strange as we had to block the gated entrance to get to the office to check in.  Once past that,  the staff was nice and the buildings and properties are well maintained.  They have a new bath house which is personal bathroom style and very nice.  The sites are very close together with little privacy.  We stayed in site 435.  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.  We did not take part in the planned events they had set up but did use the pool which was nice.  The star gazing platform leaves a lot to be desired and is in need of repair.  Roads are all gravel so no bikes or scooters for kids.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from 15377
    May. 27, 2024

    15377

    Melvins paradise lake farm

    This place is so beautiful so peaceful the fish in the lake a huge. Small fee for fishing. It’s catch and release only. The owners of the property are very caring and helpful and friendly

  • jThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Indian Brave Campground
    May. 12, 2024

    Indian Brave Campground

    Perfect little campground

    This campground was perfect for what we needed to accomplish! As first time travel trailer owners, they helped us accomplish our first trip away! Upon calling to book a site, we mentioned this was our first trip, they made the utmost effort to accommodate us with all of our needs. 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! The front office and store was tiny but had a few essentials in case you forgot or didn’t have things. The site was quiet and even though you were close to your neighbors it didn’t feel like it to us! The atmosphere seemed friendly among the other campers and they were all willing to lend a helping hand where needed. They definitely made our first trip a huge success!

  • Tony C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Sand Springs Campground
    May. 11, 2024

    Sand Springs Campground

    Quiet, Lots of trees

    We only stayed one night, driving through. About 3 miles from the interstate, narrow roads. Big rigs probably hard to back in.

  • Owen I.
    Camper-submitted photo from Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Mill Run
    May. 8, 2024

    Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Mill Run

    They Want Your Money

    I want here for a low cost trip for me and my family. We were not gunna get a golf cart because it was $80 dollars a day ,but getting around this campground is a train-wreck without a golf cart between all of the hills and all the kids cutting you off on bikes while driving. I even had a kid flip me off after cutting me off while I was driving my Subaru and he clearly saw me but continued to go anyway!  Designed To Get You To Spend Money!

  • D
    Camper-submitted photo from Smith Grove
    May. 4, 2024

    Smith Grove

    Quit oark

    We love staying here when we visit family in Butler it’s a quiet family run park . It is very affordable and bathrooms are clean

  • Tara R.
    Camper-submitted photo from Mirror Lake RV Camping & Fishing
    Apr. 22, 2024

    Mirror Lake RV Camping & Fishing

    You've got to go to this place!

    This place was awesome! We were there for one of the first weekends of the season, and we enjoyed every bit of our trip. Not only were the staff super friendly and helpful, but we were lucky enough to get a full-hookup site right on the lake. Quiet, peaceful, everything you want on a spring trip. We really got to witness the owners' kindness when we left for a hiking trip and a sudden windstorm caught our awning and broke one side of it, sending most of the awning itself up on the roof. The owner and his son got right to work fixing it: One got up on the roof and the other worked from the bottom to set it right and wire the broken arm to the side of the trailer so we could drive home. They also folded up our chairs and put everything we had outside in a neat little pile. I've been camping for nearly 40 years and have never witnessed that kind of pro-activeness. It's exactly what you SHOULD(but don't often) get. We will absolutely be back.



Guide to Irwin

Camping near Irwin, Pennsylvania, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor enthusiasts. With beautiful parks and campgrounds, you can enjoy nature while making lasting memories with family and friends.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the trails at Ohiopyle State Park. Many campers appreciate the nearby hiking options, with one reviewer noting, "There is a lot of hiking nearby, most of which you need to drive to within the state park."
  • Rafting: If you're feeling adventurous, try rafting on the Youghiogheny River. A visitor shared, "Stayed here one weekend and rafted down the Ohiopyle river. Very convenient to the river and town."
  • Fishing: Enjoy fishing at Raccoon Creek State Park Campground. One camper mentioned, "The lake is lovely! The only downside is that the airport is pretty close so at times you can hear planes taking off."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the facilities. A review for Laurel Hill State Park Campground states, "The bathrooms are clean and it has great walking access to the beautiful beach and lake."
  • Privacy: Many sites offer a sense of seclusion. A visitor at Tomlinson Run State Park Campground noted, "Nice spots and many have good spacing from your neighbors."
  • Family-Friendly Activities: Campgrounds like Deep Creek Lake State Park Campground provide various activities. One camper said, "Very nicely maintained state campgrounds near many activities and restaurants."

What you should know:

  • Site Conditions: Some sites can be unlevel, especially at Raccoon Creek State Park Campground. A family shared, "The campground overall is very hilly and the swimming area is almost too far to walk to with young kids."
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have extensive amenities. A visitor at Savage River State Forest mentioned, "There are no showers or toilets, but the campsite was very clean and easily accessible."
  • Crowded Weekends: Expect busier weekends, especially at popular spots like Swallow Falls State Park Campground. One camper noted, "Great hikes to the falls. Went trout fishing all day. Gets crowded on the weekends."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose the Right Site: Look for sites that offer more space and privacy. A family at Shawnee State Park Campground found that "Loop D was quiet with ample space between sites that provided privacy."
  • Plan Activities: Make sure to plan family-friendly activities. One camper at Laurel Hill State Park Campground mentioned, "The amenities and activities this campground had was amazing for keeping the kids busy!"
  • Pack Essentials: Bring along essentials like snacks and games to keep everyone entertained. A visitor at Keystone State Park Campground said, "The little store has drinks and snacks."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Levels: Be cautious about site levels when booking. A reviewer at Raccoon Creek State Park Campground advised, "You have to be careful when picking a site if you have never been here."
  • Use Extensions: Some sites may require power extensions. A camper at Laurel Hill State Park Campground noted, "The electrical hookups are not laid out well like an expensive RV park."
  • Explore Nearby Attractions: Take advantage of nearby attractions. A visitor at Deep Creek Lake State Park Campground mentioned, "There are plenty of sites, and while they aren’t crammed together, they aren’t very private and it feels closer."

Camping near Irwin, Pennsylvania, has something for everyone, whether you're looking for adventure or a peaceful getaway.

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