Stephen R.
Guide
GuidePrimitive Camping Area — Bald Eagle State Park
Nice place to camp very quiet of the beaten trail.
Dog-Friendly Camping near Lemont, PA
7 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Search destinations
Add dates
Black Moshannon State Park Campground welcomes pets in designated camping areas that include tent sites, RV spots, cabins, and glamping accommodations. The pet-friendly sites feature fire rings, picnic tables, and access to hiking trails where dogs can explore on leash. Bellefonte-State College KOA offers a spacious off-leash dog park where pets can run freely after traveling. Dogs must remain leashed throughout the rest of this campground, which provides full hookup sites, cabins, and tent camping options. The park's private bathroom and shower facilities remain consistently clean for campers with pets. Several campgrounds in the region maintain pet-friendly policies year-round, including Penn Roosevelt State Park, which offers secluded tent camping in a natural setting with sites spaced far enough apart to minimize disturbances from neighboring dogs.
Rothrock State Forest trails near the pet-friendly campgrounds provide extensive hiking opportunities where leashed dogs can accompany their owners through mountain terrain. Greenwood Furnace State Park features dog-friendly campsites with nearby access to water where pets can cool off during summer months. Campers should note that pets must be attended at all times and properly secured at campsites. Water pressure varies significantly between campgrounds, with some KOA sites reporting minimal flow that could make bathing dogs challenging. Most campgrounds enforce quiet hours that help prevent excessive barking disturbances. When temperatures rise, shaded sites at Seven Mountains Campground offer comfortable conditions for pets, with sites tucked into wooded areas providing natural cooling. The Bellefonte Campground recently added pet amenities under new ownership who maintain a friendly, welcoming approach to campers with dogs.
Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Lemont (80)
1. Bellefonte-State College KOA
"Very peaceful and quite, but close to State College (a must since we were in town for a Penn State game). I also loved historic Bellefonte (I highly recommend eating at the Governors Pub)."
"The section in the front of the park is open with spotty trees; whereas, sites in the back of the park are tucked in the woods and are a lot more private."
2. Penn Roosevelt State Park Campground
"Get a site on the outside towards the water. They are spaced out and peaceful. Has restrooms (no shower), picnic table, and fire pit at each site. Short walk to creek and beautiful pond."
"went there for a picnic with the young ones and it was quite a fun evening. there were not many people around so the kids could frolic and be slightly loud without bothering any other people."
Check Availabilityfrom $25 / night
3. Seven Mountains Campground
9 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
4. Wilson Boondock Hollow
Check Availabilityfrom $40 - $50 / night
5. Hartman Center Campground
"Also no real “dog run”. All in all if your a couple wanting to go relax its great, but if you have pets and or younger kids there isn’t much on the grounds."
Check Availabilityfrom $100 - $400 / night
6. Hemlock Acres Camp Ground
"This past week we took the time to mix some business with pleasure and ended up at Hemlock Acres Campground located just a short distance from State College of Pa."
Check Availabilityfrom $30 - $135 / night
7. Centre County Snow Shoe City Park
8. Bald Eagle State Forest
"Our first experience was spectacular- we had a site set back from the road surrounded by mountain laurel and ferns. The second site we tried was a tad too close to the road, hence the 4-stars."
"Nice little spot with no one around. Maybe 2-3 cars passed on the SF road each day. Primitive camping with picnic table and fire ring - that’s it. Have to carry your gear from your car a little ways."
9. Seven Points (PA)
"Ridge camp is the furthest away from the marina and the public swimming area. However it's the closest to the Allegrippis Trail system and from the entrance of the camp loop there is a trail head!"
"It’s close to bathhouse and playground if you want those. There is parking at every bath house. There is trash receptacles at the entrance to the loop as well as firewood or sale."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $28 - $200 / night
10. Waterside Campground and RV Park
"Great setup location. Easy in and out, full utilities. Separate tenting area near bathrooms Water is easy access, pool is heated."
Drive Time
- from State College, PA
- 34 min from Altoona, PA
- 56 min from Williamsport, PA
- 1 hr 15 min from Harrisburg, PA
Recent Dog-Friendly Camping Photos near Lemont, PA
18 Photos of 80 Lemont Campgrounds • uploaded by The Dyrt campers
Penn Roosevelt State Park Campground
Bellefonte-State College KOA
Hartman Center Campground
Bald Eagle State Forest
Seven Points (PA)S
Paradise Stream Family Campground
Free Spirit CampgroundD
Free Spirit CampgroundD
Raystown Lake / Saxton KOA at Four Seasons
Happy Acres ResortC
Williamsport South-Nittany Mountain KOA
Ridge Top Retreat
Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Lemont, PA
476 Reviews of 80 Lemont Campgrounds
Kevin M.
TravelerDogwood Acres Campground
Well run
The staff here are amazing. Quiet time is respected, clean campground. Will come again.
Matt S.
LegendLake Raystown Resort and Lodge
Enormous property, but...
We spent a long weekend for walks in the woods, seeing the fall colors, and all around a huge lake.
What We Liked:
- Even though the sites are sloped, they’re huge. I like that a lot.
- This property is enormous. They have a marina on the lake, a wedding facility, conference center, lots of cabins which look pretty good, and tent sites in addition to the RV sites. Go say hi to the goats behind the store. The property is amazing!
- If you’re interested, it’s a 90-minute drive to the Flight 93 Memorial— well worth the trip!
Things to Keep in Mind:
- The roads getting there are like a roller coaster. This isn’t the resort’s fault, but something you need to know if you’re going there.
- The sites are sloped. Took several blocks to get even close to level. I may be spoiled, but I really appreciate a level site.
- No sewer connection. There’s a dump station available, but just know the sites are water and electric only.
Would We Return?
- Probably not. It’s not fun driving in that area and there’s nothing much to do in the area.
- WWill W.Guide
Crooked Run Campground — Prince Gallitzin State Park
Very large CG. I car camped at site 066 (with electric) in mid-October and CG was 3/4 empty. Nice location on Glendale Lake with a beach and boat activities (for warmer months). Showers had no hot water but facilities were nice. Very little separation between sites. Nearby hunters discharging guns into evening hours.
- Jake F.
ScoutSunsational Family Campground
I would not recommend to anyone
This campground is nothing as stated in the reviews. And now I know why. The one review on here besides mine is from the owner. The bathrooms are not clean. I was told for Labor Day weekend I could stay for two nights had reserved and all. They then abruptly cancelled my reservation and took three days to respond and say I could have a different cabin and tent sight but would need to stay three nights because of the holiday. They also charged a cleaning for a service pet which is not legal. We then showed up and were the only people staying that weren’t seasonal site people and very not welcomed. The first comment made was here come the weekend warriors. We look at the cabin which was ironically filthy and covered in mouse poop yet we got charged a cleaning fee. The grass was not mowed the porter potty’s so gross bugs are crawling in the bottom. The camp store was closed during the car show they had and when we asked when it will be open they stated it will not. It was 1 pm on a Saturday. The reservation process was unorganized. The playground was not mowed or weed whacked and a slide is ratchet strapped together. I would not recommend this place to anyone.
Jay T.TravelerRiverview Campsites, Benezette PA
Very nice and quiet. Shower and rest rooms were exemplary, clean and spacious
Great central location for exploring the area. Includes some of the darkest skies around for stargazing which was a plus for me. Staff and owners were very great! Highly recommend for a short or a long stay.
Corey T.TravelerSlate Run Trestle Sites — Tiadaghton State Forest
Awesome camp location
Great campsite nestled right against Slate run. Plenty of trout right next to camp that I could catch. No cell service which was also a plus.
Joanna H.Scoutmoshannon Forest
Great quiet spot
Only one pull in spot but we made do and it was lovely. Perfect for a place to rest when passing through.
- christian G.Guide
Russell P Letterman Campground — Bald Eagle State Park
Loved it
Its was great, we stayed in new area, sites had ample room, not many trees at our spot so summer there wouldnt be much shade but we were next to a retention pond/drainage. We brought our dig whole loved running through there.
Not much to say besides it was clean, not crowded (in November) and decent spacing between sites
Guide to Lemont
Black Moshannon State Park Campground offers primitive camping surrounded by a 250-acre lake at 1,900 feet elevation in the Allegheny Mountains. The higher elevation creates cooler temperatures year-round, with summer highs rarely exceeding 85°F. Water in the lake appears distinctly dark due to plant tannins from the surrounding bog, creating a unique ecosystem for wildlife viewing and photography opportunities.
What to do
Lake activities at dawn: Kayaking on Black Moshannon Lake provides excellent bird watching opportunities and peaceful water conditions. "Nice campground with quiet 250 acre lake for kayaking. Good birding," notes Matthew U. about Black Moshannon State Park Campground.
Hiking with trail variety: Explore the Mid-State Trail from Poe Valley State Park with routes ranging from easy lakeside paths to challenging mountain ascents. "We did take the hunter's path, off the beach parking lot, to the mid state trail but it was straight up the mountain and quite difficult," reports Taylor V. about their experience at Poe Valley State Park Campground.
Historical exploration: Visit the blacksmith shop at Greenwood Furnace State Park for educational demonstrations about Pennsylvania's iron-making history. "The blacksmith shop was very educational! Great trails to hike! You can pick up a compass at the ranger station and complete a compass course," shares Amanda H.
What campers like
Secluded tent sites: Penn Roosevelt State Park offers tent-only camping with private sites set back from other campers. "Get a site on the outside towards the water. They are spaced out and peaceful. Has restrooms (no shower), picnic table, and fire pit at each site. Short walk to creek and beautiful pond," writes Joann & Wells the Pup I. about Penn Roosevelt State Park Campground.
Digital detox atmosphere: Several campgrounds in the region have limited or no cell service, creating a true escape. "Don't bring your electronics you won't need them here! No cell phone reception unless you drive a few miles down the road to a cute little store called Couch's," explains Amanda H. about Greenwood Furnace State Park Campground.
Pristine bathroom facilities: Reeds Gap State Park receives consistent praise for their eco-friendly shower facilities. "For me, the pearl is a super clean, eco-shower. Timed water, lights (solar?) etc. are spot on for me," reports Paula L., highlighting facilities designed for conservation.
What you should know
Water challenges: Some campgrounds have limited water hookups or pressure issues. "Electric hookup but no sewer or water hookups. The bath house is extremely clean and they have warm showers which was nice," notes Taylor V. about Poe Valley.
Reservation timing: Popular camping areas fill quickly during peak seasons. "Make a reservation way ahead of your date as this campground is very popular and sites book early," advises Denise D. about Black Moshannon.
Weather variability: Mountain elevation creates unpredictable conditions. "It was quite chilly at night and warm during the day - bring layers + raincoats as the PA mountain weather can be iffy!" warns Diane T. at Reeds Gap State Park Campground.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular dog-friendly
campsite near Lemont, PA?
Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Lemont, PA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Lemont, PA is Bellefonte-State College KOA with a 3.9-star rating from 12 reviews.
What is the best site to find
dog-friendly camping near
Lemont, PA?
What is the best site to find dog-friendly camping near Lemont, PA?
TheDyrt.com has all 80 dog-friendly camping locations near Lemont, PA, with real photos and reviews from campers.
Keep Exploring