Best Campgrounds near Lucinda, PA

Lucinda, Pennsylvania and the surrounding area provide a range of camping environments from established campgrounds to dispersed sites. Several developed campgrounds operate in this region of western Pennsylvania, including Kalyumet Campground in Lucinda and Cook Forest State Park Campground & Cabins approximately 10 miles northwest. Many of these locations support multiple accommodation types, with most offering tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin rentals. Cook Forest features old-growth pine forests while nearby Clear Creek State Park Campground offers water-based recreation opportunities along the Clarion River.

Camping seasons in this region typically run from April through October, with most facilities closing for winter. Many campgrounds require advance reservations, particularly for electric sites and cabins during summer weekends and holidays. The terrain varies from relatively flat developed campgrounds to more rugged forest settings. Cell service can be inconsistent throughout the area, especially in valleys and remote locations. Water and electric hookups at some campgrounds may require extended hoses or cables due to site layouts. As one camper noted about Kalyumet Campground, "Some sites require over 50' of hose and multiple power cords to reach power box due to the great amount of trees providing good shade throughout campground."

Mixed-use campgrounds dominate the Lucinda area, with most facilities catering to various camping styles. Campers frequently mention the natural beauty of the surrounding forest landscape, particularly the mature pine stands in Cook Forest State Park. Facilities range from fully developed campgrounds with amenities like pools, playgrounds and mini-golf to more basic forest service campgrounds. Several visitor reviews highlight the family-friendly atmosphere at many campgrounds, with scheduled activities for children during peak season. According to one visitor at Rustic Acres, "We absolutely love it here! Family camping definitely at its best. We were thrilled to find they had a children's program on Saturday mornings." Seasonal campers occupy many sites at certain campgrounds, creating established communities. For those seeking more solitude, Loleta Road offers dispersed tent camping with minimal amenities but greater privacy.

Best Camping Sites Near Lucinda, Pennsylvania (116)

    1. Cook Forest State Park Campground & Cabins

    51 Reviews
    Cooksburg, PA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 744-8407

    $20 - $67 / night

    "Look at the campground map before you book your site if being close to a bathroom is important; ours was across the campsite behind us but we had to step in a rock set in the stream to get to it without"

    "There is a pet trail through the woods that was really great to take our dog rather than walking around the campground."

    2. Kalyumet Campground

    14 Reviews
    Lucinda, PA
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 744-9622

    "We enjoyed the pool the walking/hiking trails, a trip into Cooks Forest, and even spent some time at the arcade (costs money)."

    "A short path through the woods leads you to their mini-golf/pizza/ice cream shop."

    3. Clear Creek State Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    Clarington, PA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 752-2368

    $22 - $57 / night

    "A must do when camping in Pennsylvania. The Clarian river is great for kayaking . Multiple trails off of park."

    "There are kayak rentals nearby also. The Clarion River is full of wildlife including bald eagles hunting the river and an occasional black bear nearby."

    4. Rustic Acres

    8 Reviews
    Shippenville, PA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 226-9850

    $39 - $69 / night

    "This campground is easy access to I80, Less than 10 minutes. It is very clean, amazingly helpful staff, mix of seasonal, weekly, and overnight. Nice playground for the kids."

    "Close to I80."

    5. Tionesta Rec. Area Campground

    11 Reviews
    Tionesta, PA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 755-3512

    $30 - $46 / night

    "So I’ll be honest: Sometimes I camp just so I can get close to flyfishing. This particular review has less to do with the specifics of the site (although this campground is great!)"

    "From I-80, take the exit for PA-36 then follow the signs to Tionesta and once you get near you'll see the Tionesta Recreation Area Signs."

    6. Rvino - Campers Paradise

    9 Reviews
    Clarington, PA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 752-2393

    $40 - $245 / night

    "This campground is just far enough away from home that it feels worlds away while still being convenient for forgotten items."

    "The store front has anything you can think of, and the playground is conveniently located. The swimming pool is always cold but feels great on a nice hot day"

    7. Wolfs Camping Resort

    5 Reviews
    Shippenville, PA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 797-1103

    $55 - $250 / night

    "Super friendly staff, great location. stocked lake with catch and release fishing. Loved it. Stayed in May 2017"

    8. Loleta Road Dispersed Campsite

    9 Reviews
    Marienville, PA
    16 miles

    "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!"

    "Was able to drive in which I why I chose this area. Currently finish up the night and once the fire dies down I’ll head to bed."

    9. White's Haven Campground and Cabins

    2 Reviews
    Cooksburg, PA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 752-2205

    10. Loleta Recreation

    6 Reviews
    Marienville, PA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 927-6628

    $16 - $80 / night

    "The site we picked was off the beaten path so we had nice privacy. The site was large with plenty of space for 6 people and 4 tents. The views were gorgeous. The bathroom was clean."

    "We really enjoyed walking around the recreation area constructed by CCC. Beautiful. Easy to get to."

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Recent Reviews near Lucinda, PA

481 Reviews of 116 Lucinda Campgrounds


  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 16, 2025

    Redbank Valley Municipal Park

    Mid September No one around

    We came here after finding this campsite on the dirt app. When we arrived, there was no one around. There are no rules or payment stations. There are a lot of RVs that seem to be set up in a permanent location. We camped on a field and haven’t seen anyone. There are bathrooms and showers and they are open. It looks like this is the site of the fairgrounds and maybe it is a hopping place in the summer? I will update this review if anyone comes by.

  • Daniel S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 6, 2025

    Curwensville Lake Campground

    Amazing

    Having PTSD and serious anxiety. This spot allows you to relax without to much concern,dogs welcome ,boating and swimming was awesome for around this area. Camping is great especially at night with boats on the water.

  • Bettina A.
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Bear Run Campground

    Options.

    This is an amazing campground with reasonable prices, an array of camping options to suit different camping needs as well as budget range. I am unsure if I just happen to have gotten lucky and decided to go camping during a special weekend, but it’s Labor Day weekend and I am loving that there is a calendar of events for campers to participate in if they choose to. Activities include wagon rides to the lake, talent show, karaoke…etc, as well as church! This was an unexpected gem as we are from Florida and were blessed enough to stumble upon the right person in a parking lot when my husband asked if they knew of any places that we could possibly camp at nearby and that gentleman told us about Moraine Park. Upon making our way out to here, we found Bear Run and have loved our experience so far. Love it!

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 13, 2025

    Red Bridge Recreation Area - Allegheny National Forest

    Not bad for 20 bucks

    Not bad at all for 20 bucks , spots with electricity cost more. Came on a week night without a reservation and was almost unable to get a spot , host was nice though! Quiet area

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 13, 2025

    Forestry Road Dispersed Campsite

    Don’t recommend

    Apple Maps brings you way far away, follow the pin and it will bring you. Way too grown in as of August . Didn’t end up staying here. May be a good spot in the fall once the grass dies. Secluded spot though

  • Dani T.
    Aug. 7, 2025

    Clarion River Campground

    Possibly 5 Stars IF...

    This camp area could be 5 Stars if you get lucky. We got here very late, and almost all the sites were full... the one nice one that was available had food everywhere. Don't do this! There were chicken carcasses and popcorn, eggs, and a bag of food in a fire ring. Having seen racoons & other wildlife on the road in, obviously we couldn't tent there. We car c(r)amped at another site. M7(?). There was no place for a tent & no fire ring at that spot. The river view in the morning was nice though. Had we arrived earlier or gotten lucky, this area is probably an awesome camp spot! There's an information station along River Rd with a pit toilet house. On the billboard you'll find a map of the designated camp spots along both River Rd and Millstone. Take a picture of it. There's no reception here but that's how you know it's a nice area!

  • Sienna L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 22, 2025

    Cook Forest State Park Campground & Cabins

    Great Getway

    This campground was great! Throughout the week in the summer it is pretty quiet. Very close to the fire tower and other things to see around it. The Knotty Pine bar and restaurant was right down the road and had great food and drink.

  • Erik W.
    Jul. 21, 2025

    Wolfs Camping Resort

    Absolutely beautiful

    Super friendly staff, great location. stocked lake with catch and release fishing. Loved it.

    Stayed in May 2017

  • Casey L.
    Jul. 20, 2025

    Kiasutha

    Wooded sites

    Our campsite was waterfront and beautiful, but the majority were just a wooded setting. They all seemed decently spaced apart, or at least felt that way because they had trees between. Driveways had old pavement, some were not very level but wouldn’t be a problem if you can level. Our site didn’t have a good spot for a tent but some had grassy areas. Bathrooms were outdated but mostly clean, no paper towels or hand dryers. Didn’t see any rangers or park staff drive through, quiet hours were not enforced and we had a loud neighbor. Close to some nice trails.


Guide to Lucinda

Dispersed camping options near Lucinda, Pennsylvania include sites along Loleta Road where campers can find secluded spots with vehicle access. This region sits within the Allegheny Plateau, with elevations ranging between 1,300-1,700 feet and dense mixed hardwood forests. Winter temperatures regularly drop below freezing, while summer camping season brings average highs around 80°F with moderate rainfall.

What to do

Fishing opportunities: 2-3 miles from Loleta Road Dispersed Campsite where nearby streams offer fishing access. One visitor noted, "I've been camping here for 5 years now and it's always a good time."

Hiking on marked trails: Cook Forest State Park features numerous trails with clear navigation systems. A camper shared, "On the hike there are blazes everywhere so you don't get lost. It is near a highway so at night it can get a little noisy."

Disc golf course: Located at Clear Creek State Park Campground for those seeking recreational activities beyond hiking. A visitor commented about Clear Creek's amenities: "This campground has everything you look for in a campground, showers, firewood and ice available for purchase and fire pits located at each site."

Swimming at park beaches: Clear Creek State Park provides a designated swimming area. As one camper noted, "There's also a really nice playground and a great little beach at the entrance of the campground (water is always cold though!)."

What campers like

Seasonal activities: Rustic Acres offers structured children's programs during peak season. A visitor mentioned, "our children enjoyed the Saturday kids program, crafts, snacks and games with other children."

Private wooded sites: Tionesta Recreation Area provides spacious campsites with natural separation. One camper described their experience: "Beautiful level sites, spaced nicely apart, full hook ups, with big picnic tables and fire rings with multi-tiered grate. We had sites #46 and 48 right above the creek surrounded by tall trees."

Nature programs: Clear Creek State Park hosts educational activities year-round. A camper recommended: "This is also a great place to go year-round for kids interested in learning about nature. There is a nature museum. Seek out Ranger Susanne—she is a really great teacher!"

Dark night skies: Several sites at Tionesta Rec. Area Campground offer excellent stargazing. A visitor recalled: "We had sites #46 and 48 right above the creek surrounded by tall trees. Incredibly quiet."

What you should know

Water hookup challenges: Kalyumet Campground has unusual utility placement at some sites. One camper advised, "We plan to return but our only complaint would be the site we were in (11) and others next to it were quite far from the water and cable hookups. I ended up having to run 60ft of water hose and 50ft of cable in order to get a connection."

Cell service limitations: Loleta Recreation Area has minimal connectivity. A visitor reported: "No internet or smartphone connection at the campsites but a short drive toward town and you get it."

Uneven terrain at sites: Clear Creek State Park requires leveling equipment. One camper warned, "Its a nice place, great creek and woods. Most of the spots will require leveling blocks."

Variable campground policies: Wolf's Camping Resort has specific operating hours for amenities. A visitor noted: "We arrived at 610pm and the office closed at 6. They left a map for us but my kids were very disappointed the pool was already closed. The amenities don't appear to open until noon."

Tips for camping with families

Kid-friendly programming: Rustic Acres coordinates activities for children on weekends. A family mentioned, "We were thrilled to find they had a children's program on Saturday mornings. Our children had a ball making crafts, playing games, finding items on a scavenger hunt and of course snacks!"

Swimming options for different ages: Rvino - Campers Paradise maintains their pool area well. A visitor shared, "The swimming pool is always cold but feels great on a nice hot day."

Wildlife viewing opportunities: Cook Forest State Park offers chances to observe deer and other wildlife. One camper recounted their experience: "Went there off-season which I recommend everyone do. In the Fall. Beautiful colored folage. Woke up to find I was surrounded by a huge herd of deer. Outstanding!"

Bear awareness needed: Loleta Recreation has reported bear activity. A camper advised, "I felt like the fees were a bit high but campsites in the northeast always are. I think it was $13 a night with my Senior Pass for an electric site."

Tips from RVers

Site selection for privacy: Tionesta Recreation Area has varying levels of site separation. An RVer warned, "Reserved site 30, which was on a corner and entrance to the loop. The back of our camper was 15' from our neighbor's camper, so no real privacy."

RV length restrictions: Wolfs Camping Resort accommodates larger rigs but has some site limitations. A visitor observed, "Spots are slightly tight. A lot of full time residents living here."

Utility connection planning: Kalyumet Campground requires extra equipment for some sites. A camper advised: "Our family loved Kalyumet and there was plenty to do for everyone including some great activities for children. We plan to return but our only complaint would be the site we were in (11) and others next to it were quite far from the water and cable hookups."

Seasonal considerations: Clear Creek State Park offers year-round camping with varying conditions. A visitor noted: "I was amazed at the shear size of this campground. It is immense. Granted most of the grounds are devoted to cabins, but the tent sites are great too."

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Lucinda, PA?

According to TheDyrt.com, Lucinda, PA offers a wide range of camping options, with 116 campgrounds and RV parks near Lucinda, PA and 7 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Lucinda, PA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Lucinda, PA is Cook Forest State Park Campground & Cabins with a 4.5-star rating from 51 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Lucinda, PA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 7 free dispersed camping spots near Lucinda, PA.

What parks are near Lucinda, PA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 12 parks near Lucinda, PA that allow camping, notably Tionesta Lake and Allegheny National Forest.