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Best Tent Camping near Kane, PA

455 Reviews

The Allegheny National Forest region surrounding Kane, Pennsylvania offers several primitive tent camping options ranging from established sites to dispersed forest locations. Forestry Road Dispersed Campsite and Loleta Road Dispersed Campsite provide tent campers with rustic, natural settings within the national forest boundaries. Patterson State Park Campground, located near Cherry Springs State Park, serves as an alternative tent camping destination with basic amenities.

Tent sites in this region are typically situated on natural forest terrain with minimal site preparation. Most dispersed camping areas lack potable water, requiring campers to pack in their own supplies. At Patterson State Park, campers have access to pump water and rustic toilets, while dispersed sites in the national forest have no facilities. As one camper noted regarding Forestry Road, "The spot I stayed is right on the marker. There are multiple spots along the main forest road. Some you can drive your car in and tuck it back. Other spots you can't take your car at all." Fire rings are present at most locations, though campers should verify current fire restrictions before their visit.

The tent camping experience in the Kane area offers significant privacy and natural immersion. Sites farther into the Allegheny National Forest provide deeper seclusion, particularly the walk-in tent locations. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, many tent campers appreciate the tranquility: "Decent spot. A few dispersed spots on this road, a bit overgrown but fine for setting up a tent." During spring and fall, overnight temperatures can drop significantly, so proper insulation is essential for tent campers. Wildlife sightings are common, with reviewers mentioning black bears in the area, particularly at Forestry Road sites. Most primitive tent areas connect to hiking trails, allowing for day adventures from a basecamp setup. The surrounding forest terrain offers varied hiking difficulties, making these tent sites suitable for both casual campers and experienced backpackers.

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Best Tent Sites Near Kane, Pennsylvania (19)

    1. Forestry Road Dispersed Campsite

    11 Reviews
    Ludlow, PA
    9 miles

    "Some you can drive your car in and tuck it back. Other spots you cant take your car at all.   There are tons of logging roads that split off the main forest road."

    "Big open spots with established fire rings. Quiet except for the distant rumble of a train passing the town down in the valley."

    2. Loleta Road Dispersed Campsite

    9 Reviews
    Marienville, PA
    23 miles

    "This one was close enough to the road to feel safe but far enough away to have privacy."

    "Great little roadside campsite to get away. We spent the night during a tropical storm and got the pleasure of hearing the rain on the tent out in this peaceful spot!"

    3. Allegheny Wild and Scenic River

    1 Review
    Irvine, PA
    26 miles

    "Large sites well shaded"

    4. Bova Cottages — Allegany State Park

    4 Reviews
    Salamanca, NY
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 354-9121

    $229 / night

    "Allegany State Park is nearby for hiking, snowshoeing, XC skiing, leaf peeping,etc."

    "After the last bad winter storm we had (2/2018) trees fell all over the park, including on my favorite hiking trails."

    5. Private Island w/ Paddle Moor Co.

    1 Review
    Tidioute, PA
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (724) 406-9765

    $55 - $400 / night

    "The island has cleared trails to get to the campsite which seem to be maintained very well and on a regular basis. 

    I stayed near the cabin and had the opportunity to have a tour."

    6. Hidden Valley Camping Area

    1 Review
    Frewsburg, NY
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 569-5433

    7. Clarion Wild and Scenic River

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    Clarington, PA
    24 miles

    8. Firefly Acres

    1 Review
    Portville, NY
    38 miles
    +1 (347) 824-9867

    $35 - $89 / night

    "Firefly Acres is a great spot to setup camp with tons of activities nearby including trails for hiking & mountain biking.  Check them out and share some pics of your stay!"

    9. Patterson State Park Campground

    4 Reviews
    Jamison, PA
    47 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 435-5010

    "Not much privacy from site to site but that’s fine. You can still observe the stars, but difficult for telescopes since trees cover Polaris in most of the sites."

    "Many consider Patterson State Park an over flow Park for when the famous “Dark Skies” Cherry Springs State Park or the large Lyman Run State Park with its lake for swimming, boating and fishing gets full"

    10. Wolfkiel Run Shelters — Oil Creek State Park

    2 Reviews
    Titusville, PA
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 727-2757

    $8 / night

    "Wolfkiel is one of two hike-in areas along the Gerard Hiking Trail, in the Oil Creek State Park. Wolfkiel is made up of six(6) Ariondack Shelters and a tent camping area."

    "Wolfkiel is one of two hike-in camping areas which consists of six(6) Ariondack Shelters and a tent camping area. The road in was snow covered but easily navigated."

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  • Britt B.
    Oct. 27, 2020

    Wolfkiel Run Shelters — Oil Creek State Park

    Best Hike-In Camp in PA

    Wolfkiel is one of two hike-in areas along the Gerard Hiking Trail, in the Oil Creek State Park. Wolfkiel is made up of six(6) Ariondack Shelters and a tent camping area. The Adirondack shelters are perfectly positioned to be private from one another, each looks out over the forest. They are a raised timber platform with a slanted roof and stone chimney with fireplace. There are two shelves and several hooks on the wall. Each shelter has a picnic table. The platform is large enough to sleep 4 people in sleeping bags or set up a two person tent. 

    The tent section is cleared and grassy with communal firepit and picnic table. Lots of trees to enable hammock set up. There is a supply of firewood in a covered shed for a small donation and two(2) drop toilets. Water is available in the summer months. The shelters are approx. 15min walk to the creek& Miller Farm Bridge, which joins the Oil Creek State Park trail. It’s a stunning walk with lots of small swimming spots along the way. 

    The shelters are approx. 10min drive from Titusville, PA. The walk-in from the carpark is approx. 15min– slight downhill on the way in.

  • Britt B.
    Mar. 1, 2021

    Wolfkiel Run Shelters — Oil Creek State Park

    Winter Camping at Wolfkiel Shelters

    This was our second time to the Wolfkiel Shelters in Oil Creek State Park. Wolfkiel is one of two hike-in camping areas which consists of six(6) Ariondack Shelters and a tent camping area. The road in was snow covered but easily navigated. The Shelter carpark is small and was almost full the day we arrived. The track from the carpark to the campground is beautifully graded making it easy to pull a sled in with extra supplies. The walk in is less than a mile(~15min). The drop toilets were open, but probably wise to BYO toilet tissue. The shelters have hooks that allow you to hang a tarpaulin to help keep the heat in your shelter, although not necessary, especially if the nights are still. Snow did blow into our Shelter in the morning but was minimal. There is a self-serve timber stack which was fully stocked. A donation is requested. It’s wise to bring your own kindling, or an axe to cut some from the larger pieces. The shelter fireplaces have hooks for hanging pots and pans over the flames. Even in Winter, the shelters positioned so you do not look at other shelters. They are a raised timber platform with a slanted roof and stone chimney with fireplace. There are two shelves and several hooks on the wall. Each shelter has a picnic table. The platform is large enough to sleep 4 people in sleeping bags or set up a two person tent. These shelters are very peaceful in the winter and would highly recommend them if you are keen for some“winter camping” but not keen to sleep in a tent or be completely exposed. The shelters are approx.15min walk to the creek& Miller Farm Bridge, which joins the Oil Creek State Park trail. The shelters are approx. 10min drive from Titusville, PA

  • Jennifer K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 14, 2022

    Hearts Content Recreation Area

    Great quiet little campground

    Very nice quiet small wooded campground. No hookups, about 3-4 fresh water spigots, 1 dump station and dumpster. Water pressure was very low and took a while to fill tank. 26 various sized sites, some large with plenty of space for our 22 foot tow behind and truck + some for extra vehicles. Other smaller sites for tents or vans. Self serve ice $2 wood $10. Vault toilets. Fire rings and picnic table at each site. AT&T spotty 0-1 bars. Host camper. Quiet time 10pm-6am. 1 Xlarge site for groups.

  • Bill G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 18, 2020

    Hearts Content Recreation Area

    Simple and serene

    Hearts Content is best described as a way station. The sites are nestled within a grove of immense pines. Some are large enough for large RV’s . There are no showers. Bathrooms are vault toilets. Two of the sites include Adirondack type shelters. A picnic table and fire ring are within each site. I used this site as a staging area to explore Allegheny National Forest for a week. Used a camp shower. The closest town is Warren, PA. Firewood is available at the camp host site. Across the road is an hiking area with picnic tables and the like.

  • Mary S.
    Sep. 24, 2018

    Quaker Area — Allegany State Park State Park

    This is a great vacation area.....spend a week!

    Did you know this is NY's largest state campground? We stopped here on a rainy night, but what we saw convinced me we need to return. I know this campground is a vacation destination for families in western NY.

    Cain Hollow is in the Quaker Run area which includes Quaker Lake. There is another campground in the Red House Area, and there are also lots of cabins. This is definitely a 4 seasons park - hiking, biking, swimming, fishing, snowmobiling, cross country skiing....

    I was able to take photos of a few sites the next morning. You can see that sites are private and you're definitely in the woods. There are food storage boxes at all campsites because you're in bear country.

  • Bill G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 10, 2018

    Hearts Content Recreation Area

    Minimal offering for maximum relaxing

    This campground is within Allegheny National Forest near the town of Warren and Tidouette. The sites are few but spacious. Good for car camping, though I’m sure a smaller RVcould get by. Each site has a fire ring. Two sites have Adirondack type shelters. The night sky is promising but light pollution from Warren inhibits a truly awesome night sky. There is a vault toilet. No showers. No water either. Bring what you need! The closest town is about 30 minutes away. Lots of critter life. My dogs loved it here. We spent all days exploring the nearby trails and creeks. Price was cheap. No frills but a quiet respite for sure.

  • Danielle S.
    Apr. 16, 2019

    Minister Creek Campground

    Small, rustic, gorgeous

    We stayed here July 2018 and found a quiet campsite by the creek. It had been quite rainy and some of the sites were wet and muddy, but for $12, I couldn't complain. While there is an outhouse, it is simply a couple of toilets (bring a lantern or wear a headlamp). Arrive early to get a prime spot, and take advantage of the hiking trails (a bug net for your head will help in the summer as the gnats and deer flies are distracting). Looking forward to staying again.

  • D
    Oct. 21, 2021

    Kelly Pines Campground

    Off the grid, lots to explore!

    This equestrian campground also has 2 non-equestrian sites, one which is reservable. There is no potable water but there is a river and a non-potable pump. There is a permanent toilet usually stocked with TP. Carry out all garbage. No electrical hookups.

    Traditional camp sites have space for multiple tents and 2 cars. Each has a picnic table and a fire pit with moveable cooking surface. We’ve never had an issue with bears or other wildlife where food and trash are concerned but we store in the cars at night to be safe. The area is usually damp so don’t count in being able to find much dry wood - we stop before driving in for wood.

    Trails galore! Mushrooms everywhere! Quiet and no cellular to distract.

  • Travis S.
    Jun. 30, 2020

    Dewdrop

    Spacious

    Campsite layouts are non traditional with large driveways and often times the tables and fire rings are below the driveway.  With this layout you get more privacy with very few sites having and overlapping with other sites. Pitching a tent was easy on the driveway and fairly level. Some sites had large high sided fire rings which take away from the fireside relaxation of a shorter camp chair. 

    Bathrooms and shower house was below the standards of many of PA State Parks which we regard as the benchmark for campgrounds at reasonable prices. 

    Boating and biking all accessible from the grounds. No need to drive to the trails at Jakes Rocks.

Guide to Kane

Tent camping near Kane, Pennsylvania offers a blend of serene nature and outdoor adventure, perfect for those looking to escape into the wilderness.

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  • Visit the scenic trails and breathtaking views at the Allegheny Wild and Scenic River, perfect for a day of hiking and relaxation.
  • Discover the charm of the Clarion Wild and Scenic River, where you can enjoy fishing and canoeing in a picturesque setting.
  • Experience the unique environment of the Beaver Meadows Rec Area, which is temporarily closed but known for its beautiful landscapes and recreational opportunities when open.

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