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Keystone State Park Campground's designated pet-friendly loop on the Hillside section provides separated camping areas for visitors with dogs. Sites in this loop offer electric hookups, water access, and shaded areas with some sites featuring more privacy than others. Pets must be kept on leashes no longer than 6 feet at all times while in the park. The campground accommodates tents, RVs, and offers pet-friendly cabins and yurts, though specific pet cleaning fees may apply for indoor accommodations. Bush Recreation Area and Laurel Hill State Park Campground also welcome pets with similar leash requirements. Bathroom facilities throughout these campgrounds are regularly maintained with Keystone's facilities noted for cleanliness. Hillside Loop doesn't get the crowds of the lakeside section and is set in woods with some very secluded sites. Camping photos and user guides for Loyalhanna, Pennsylvania are available on The Dyrt.
Hiking trails throughout these pet-friendly parks provide excellent exercise opportunities for dogs, with Keystone offering multiple trail systems through different types of environments. The lake at Keystone provides water activities, though pets must remain outside designated swimming areas. Sites at Bush Recreation Area numbered 25 and higher offer more wooded privacy for campers with pets, while sites 16-18 position families near the playground with pets still in view. The campground host at Bush Recreation Area maintains a friendly presence and can assist with pet-related questions. Summer heat considerations should be factored when camping with pets, as some sites offer limited shade coverage. Fishing opportunities abound at both Keystone and Bush Recreation Area's lake, providing entertainment while pets rest at campsites. The beach and playground at Keystone require a substantial walk from the pet-friendly camping areas, so bringing bikes might be beneficial.
"The campground was family and pet friendly on the hillside section. For the whole family enjoy."
"I camped in the Hillside Loop (Dog Friendly). Not a bad walk to the lake. Site was reasonable leave and plenty of room for my 32 foot Motor home and car."
from $18 - $70 / night
Check Availability"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"Stayed 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 loop was essentially a field with trees around it. The none pet loop was in the trees and so you sometimes had more space and sometimes were right beside you."
from $20 - $64 / night
Check Availability"It’s very military positive, even includes a reserved place for the fallen soldiers. Some sites are a bit close, the pull through sites are very ample. Gravel roads and level sites."
"Tent site was nice and conveniently located next to the bathhouse"
from $50 / night
Check Availability"Dog friendly. -$5 firewood bundles at the entrance. -Cleanest bathrooms/showers -Crystal clear stream with beautiful trail to the lake. Both stocked with fish. -Lots of picnic tables at the lake."
"Kooser State Park sits on the border of Forbes State Forest in the Laurel Highlands. It has a mix of camper & tent sites around a central clearing, and offers a few cabins."
from $22 - $70 / night
Check Availability"We rented space 16 late August 2020 and our friends (and their kids) rented #17 on the inner circle, right next to us with the playground right behind us. Great spots!"
"This is a nice, quiet small campground with a small lake. Our grandchildren loved it. The boat launch is a nice size to fit 2 boats at a time. The only problem is the beach is not that great."
from $25 - $50 / night
Check Availability"Peaceful despite being by the highway. The owners were very friendly and helpful. Will definitely be back. Dogs loved it as well"
"The only thing I can say about this campground that made me not give it 5 stars is, the highway noise."
"Nearby all the local attractions that laurel highlands has to offer....Youghiogheny River, Frank Loyd Wright house, Living Treasures Animal Park, Seven Springs, Hidden Valley, etc.."
"Laurel Highlands campland is in a terrific location for all the local attractions."
from $45 / night
Check Availability"They have a pool, fishing pond and a cloud pillow with the playground next to it along with two small dog play areas.Every week they organizes different themes for bingo, and other games."
"The sites are pretty close together and we couldn’t use our fire ring because it ended up being very close to our rig."
"It has a huge back yard and easy access to the creek. Close by is Ligonier, Idlewild, and St. Vincent (where the Pittsburgh Steelers training camp takes place.)"
"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."
GuideOne of the best campgrounds I have stayed at so far the pond is nice and has a 1/2 mile walking path around it with trees and beaches to stop and sit dog park is big and has a place for small or large dogs there is 3 play grounds all different and all well kept
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.
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
Scoutnice campsite the closest to Pittsburg that i found. 35 mins
pros
amazing views at this mountain top campsite
45 per night for me ymmv
clean campgrounds
level gravel lots with wood boarders
lots of grass on each site as well
full verizon coverage lte
30 + 50amp services
grey water dump on most sites
water
open year round
cons
no kids park
no dog park
no cable hookups
moderate wi-fi (to be expected)
no black sewer hookup (does have dump station and honey wagon)
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.
Loyalhanna camping sites sit at elevations between 1,000-1,300 feet in Pennsylvania's Westmoreland County. The region features mixed hardwood forests with occasional rock outcroppings and multiple water sources including Loyalhanna Creek. Winter temperatures can drop below 20°F while summer camping typically ranges from 75-85°F during daytime hours.
Fishing opportunities: At Laurel Hill State Park Campground, you can access multiple fishing spots along the lake trail. "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," notes Erik E.
Hiking trails: Some of the smaller parks offer quieter trail experiences than the more crowded destinations. "There is a main road nearby and you hear industrial trucks rolling by constantly. There are some great private tent only wooded sites that sit above the main park of the campground so you really feel secluded," reports Matt R. about Kooser State Park Campground.
Swimming and boating: Several campgrounds offer water recreation beyond the beach areas. "We went canoeing on the lake. And had fun just hiking around a bit. No luck fishing, but there was one fella who found a good spot," shares Kate D. about Laurel Hill State Park. For families, kayak rentals are affordable at many parks: "Kayak rental of $15 for an hour was the cheapest we have seen and allowed us to explore more of the lake."
Quieter camping loops: At Keystone State Park Campground, more secluded sites are available in specific areas. "We stayed at site 43 in the Hillside Loop because we brought our 2 large dogs. Site was very private and relatively flat," explains Kevin E. This contrasts with the busier lakeside section that tends to be more crowded.
Waterfront campsites: Mirror Lake RV Camping & Fishing offers premium waterfront spots. One camper notes, "We were lucky enough to get a full-hookup site right on the lake. Quiet, peaceful, everything you want on a spring trip." Sites along creeks are also popular, with Mathew H. recommending "Site 26 is our favorite. It has a huge back yard and easy access to the creek."
Affordable local attractions: The region offers activities beyond the campgrounds themselves. "Ohiopyle is a trendy, hip little town...Running smack dab through the center of town is the Youghiogheny River...A picturesque waterfall, numerous outdoor retailers, bicycle & raft rentals, peaceful trails and a sweet, cutting edge visitor/nature center," writes Dave V. about visiting Kentuck Campground.
Campsite selection matters: When making reservations at Laurel Hill State Park, consider which loop best fits your needs. "There 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," cautions Casey L.
Shower facilities vary: Bathroom quality differs significantly between campgrounds. At Bush Recreation Area, "The host was right across from us and very friendly. The campground also had a nice shower just a few spots from us and my wife said it was clean with large stalls," reports Tim J. However, other campgrounds have more basic facilities.
Site leveling challenges: Many campgrounds in the area have uneven terrain. "Many of the sites are not level at all and take some serious work to get your rig level," notes Kevin E. about Kooser State Park. Similarly, at Fox Den Acres Campground, "The site numbering is a bit wonky on the dog loop so make sure you look at your map before you start driving the loops."
Playground access: When camping with small children, site selection can make a big difference. "We rented space 16 late August 2020 and our friends (and their kids) rented #17 on the inner circle, right next to us with the playground right behind us. Great spots! Our kids were within easy eye and earshot of the playground," shares Tim J. about Bush Recreation Area.
Creek play areas: Some campgrounds offer natural water play spots perfect for children. "The campgrounds are very nice they have a pool as well as a community building and camp store. We had 8 kids and 8 adults who all had a blast playing on the playground, floating down the creek, swimming in the pool, riding bicycles etc.," describes Austin B. at Mirror Lake RV Camping & Fishing.
Family-friendly hiking: Fox Den Acres Campground provides an accessible outdoor experience even for urban families. "Although the campground is close to several large cities, it is very relaxed, wooded, and quiet. We weren't to sure what to expect as we usually camp in much more remote areas, but we enjoyed the park very much," notes a camper named Harley.
Electrical hookup accessibility: Keystone State Park has some limitations with hookup placement. "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," advises Erik E.
Pull-through site options: For easier RV parking, Fox Den Acres offers convenient sites. "Mostly an RV campground, but several tent sites. Each site was very spacious and well shaded. Fire ring and table at each sight. Restroom were a short walk away," reports Dena L. The campground features both seasonal and weekend camping options.
Winter camping considerations: For cold weather camping, some campgrounds remain open year-round with precautions. "We're staying in the winter for a few nights to visit friends who live outside Pittsburgh. Friendly and cozy spot. They've done a great job in the winter despite the frigid weather by using heat tape on the spigots and leaving lots of information at the office," explains Zachary H. about the Madison-Pittsburgh S.E. KOA.
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