Camping options near Kittanning, Pennsylvania are distributed throughout Venango County and surrounding areas, with elevations ranging from 800 to 1,400 feet. The terrain features mixed hardwood forests and waterways, with camping areas often positioned along river valleys. Summer temperatures typically range from 55-85°F, while spring and fall can bring significant temperature variations requiring adaptable gear.
What to do
Hiking trails: Two Mile Run County Park offers multiple hiking paths through wooded terrain. "Plenty of nice hiking trails. Great beach for kids," notes Joanie B., who found the park to be "underated" compared to more popular destinations.
Fishing opportunities: Both rivers and lakes provide fishing options around Kittanning. "Lots of activities, tons of nearby attractions, fishing, hunting, and hiking," mentions Michael L. about Big Country Campground, which operates from April 15 to December 15.
Paddling: The Allegheny River provides paddling routes accessible from primitive campsites. "This is a hike in or paddle in only campground. The shortest distance is about 2 miles from the trailhead at the Kennerdell bridge," explains Casey L. about Danner Primitive Campground, where paddlers will find "stairs to the water for paddler access."
What campers like
Private campsites: Sites separated by natural features provide seclusion. "Shen staying at two mile you will find the sites are separated by trees and offer you your own little private area. The prices are good and you truly are in nature," writes John S. about Two Mile Run County Park.
Lake activities: Multiple campgrounds feature lake access. "The lake is nice for canoeing," notes Kemberly S. about Two Mile Run County Park, which also maintains "a great beach for kids" according to reviewers.
Remote atmosphere: Secluded camping areas provide quiet experiences. "It is a huge campsite that is remote and peaceful," describes Daniel about Starr Farm, a tent and RV-friendly location with minimal amenities but maximum seclusion.
What you should know
Limited horse camping facilities: Horse campgrounds near Kittanning, Pennsylvania are virtually non-existent, with no dedicated equestrian camping areas in the immediate vicinity. The listed campgrounds lack horse corrals, requiring equestrians to seek alternatives outside the immediate area.
Primitive options only: Some camping areas have minimal facilities. "This is meant more to be a stop along a paddling or hiking trip than a destination camping trip - you must get a permit to stay more than one night," explains Casey L. about Danner Primitive Campground, which features "vault toilets that were clean and well maintained, with hand sanitizer."
Seasonal considerations: Availability varies by season at most locations. "Affordable, lots of things to do like fishing, hiking trails, canoeing kayaking, clean shower house, good signal for Verizon," notes Bobster L., who gave Group Camping and Cabins — Moraine State Park 4 stars.
Tips for camping with families
Group facilities: Some areas accommodate larger gatherings. "Moraine State Park is beautiful. It offers many camping styles including Group Tenting, Adirondack shelters for backpacking, and Cabins," writes Mitchel R., noting the park's versatility.
Beach access: Children particularly enjoy swimming areas. "We stayed in site C6 one of the reservable sites. Every site has plenty of room... Plenty of nice hiking trails. Great beach for kids," shares Joanie B. about Two Mile Run County Park.
Trail difficulty assessment: Evaluate trails before taking children. "I have been camping at Moraine State Park since I was 5 years old (so about 14 years). While I was in Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts we used the 5 Points Group Camping Area a lot. It is right next to the bike trail and has access to the lake," explains Mitchel R.
Tips from RVers
Site dimensions: Check site specifications before booking. "Every site has plenty of room. Campground overall is quiet. And most if not all of the full hookups are pull throughs," notes Joanie B. about Two Mile Run County Park.
Hookup availability: Full hookup options exist but are limited. "Didn't explore much of the campground here, seemed huge with lots of sites, we basically had a whole area of sites to ourselves, and it was a very wooded area. Some lots were large, some were not," shares Robyn S., who visited for a mountain bike race.
Alternative equestrian facilities: While standard horse campgrounds near Kittanning are not available, RVers with horse trailers typically stay at regular campgrounds and trailer to day-use equestrian areas. Big Country Campground accommodates larger rigs and operates seasonally from April through mid-December.
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