Top Horse Camping near Kittanning, PA
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Best Equestrian Sites Near Kittanning, PA (5)
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Group Camping and Cabins — Moraine State Park
Prospect, Pennsylvania9 Reviews5 Photos46 SavesFrom the website:
Primitive tenting not allowed, only group camping as described below. Backpacking site (shelter) with permit.
Update 9/14/2020: All state park day-use and overnight lodging facilities are open according to standard seasons and hours. Group cabin camps remain closed for 2020.
Modern Cabins
Eleven modern cabins are available for rent year round. These cabins sleep six people and have:
Two bedrooms Bathroom with shower Kitchen Dining/living area Electric heat Dock on Lake Arthur during the summer seasonRenters must provide:
Linens Towels Cookware TablewarePlay equipment for children is in a central area.
This activity or structure is ADA accessible.
Dogs are permitted in Cabins #7 and #11 for a fee.
Moraine State Park Cabin Map (PDF)
GPS DD: Lat. 40.96586 Long. -80.11389 No Camping
Camping is prohibited in the park. Private campgrounds nearby offer camping. Information is available at the park office. Backpacking
The Link Road Overnight Shelter on the North Country National Scenic Trail is available to backpackers by reservation only. Organized Group Tenting
There are two tent camping areas available for organized groups:
Muskrat Cove Five PointsThese rustic camps have:
Restrooms Picnic tables Cooking grills Water, but no showersAdvance reservations are required. To reserve a group tent campsite, call 888-PA-PARKS (888-727-2757), Monday to Saturday, 7:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. except on the Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day holidays.
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- Group
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Danner Primitive Campground
Kennerdell, Pennsylvania1 Review13 Photos20 SavesPrimitive Camping Area; Permit required for more than one night stay.
- Pets
- Fires
- Tents
- Equestrian
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
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Big Country Campground
Sigel, Pennsylvania1 Review3 Photos14 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$20 - $30 / night
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Two Mile Run County Park
Rouseville, Pennsylvania5 Reviews9 Photos49 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- RVs
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Starr Farm
Polk, Pennsylvania1 Review7 Photos12 Saves500 acres Heavily forested hardwood stand with lots of wildlife and activities in Northwestern Pennsylvania. Many trails for hiking, biking. Peaceful solitude.
- Pets
- Fires
- Reservable
- RVs
- Tents
- Group
$50 / night
Recent Equestrian Reviews In Kittanning
16 Reviews of 5 Kittanning Campgrounds
Two Mile Run County Park
Underated Park and Campground
We stayed in site C6 one of the reservable sites. Every site has plenty of room. Campground overall is quiet. And most if not all of the full hookups are pull throughs. But seems many of the tent sites are on grades. Couple beautiful walk in tent sites right on the water. Plenty of nice hiking trails. Great beach for kids.
Group Camping and Cabins — Moraine State Park
Limited camping
Moraine State Park doesn't allow camping within the park and there is no campground affiated with park. The one exception is along the North Country Trail, there are 2 rustic shelters that must be reserved through the park office. There are several private campgrounds in the area
Danner Primitive Campground
Nice Primitive Campground
I have not yet camped here but passed it on my hike the other day and knew I hadn’t seen it in the Dyrt yet, so I wanted to add it for others. This is a hike in or paddle in only campground. The shortest distance is about 2 miles from the trailhead at the Kennerdell bridge, but there are other trailheads throughout the tract also. 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. They are first come first serve. There are 8 sites spread out along the edge of the river, some being closer together than others. They are level and clear, each with a new picnic table and nice fire rings with adjustable grates. A few of the sites had stairs to the water for paddler access. The first 2 sites had wheelchair friendly picnic tables, so I'm not sure if you can arrange to be able to drive back for that situation or what other reason they would put them there. That's nice if the case, I'm just not sure as there is a gate locked at the trailhead that's only opened during hunting season. Plus there's no pavement or gravel down at the sites so I imagine it could be difficult to access. But something to investigate. There are vault toilets that were clean and well maintained, with hand sanitizer. There is a spring for water which says to boil before drinking. There is also a big display board with state forest info and maps. Another thing to note, while the travel in makes it feel very remote, there are cabins all along the opposite site of the river, including directly across from the campsites. This could be a positive or negative depending on your thoughts, I personally would like it because it would make me feel a little safer. All in all, it’s a nice little campground, in better shape than some of the regular bigger campgrounds I’ve seen.
Two Mile Run County Park
Great Campground
Affordable, lots of things to do like fishing, hiking trails,, canoeing kayaking, clean shower house, good signal for Verizon,
Two Mile Run County Park
Affordable and private
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.
Big Country Campground
Family Friendly Relaxation
Lots of activities, tons of nearby attractions, fishing, hunting, and hiking. Great store and owners, a nice place to visit.
Group Camping and Cabins — Moraine State Park
No Camping
"Camping is prohibited in the park." (That is directly off the DCNR website.)
I am not reviewing Moraine State Park (which is awesome). I am reviewing the CAMPING options at Moraine State Park. Which brings me back to the DNCR website. It says "No Camping" and "Camping is prohibited in the park. Private campgrounds nearby offer camping."
It DOES list cabins, group tenting, and a backpacking shelter, which is available by reservation only.
But this park is not where somebody looking for CAMPING would want to be.
Group Camping and Cabins — Moraine State Park
Great park but no rv sites
This is a great place just of interstate 79. Been going there since I was a kid. In fact my family used to own property near by. This park has an awesome trail system for walking or biking
Group Camping and Cabins — Moraine State Park
Beyond the Great Outdoors
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. I have enjoyed my time at Moraine and will enjoy it every time I visit.
Group Camping and Cabins — Moraine State Park
No campground, though shelter sites accessible for backpacking
Moraine is a really large state park with a huge lake, nice beaches, and tons of trails. The north country trail runs for over a dozen miles from end to end. This review is of the shelter sites, of which there is one, for backpacking along the trail. There are three shelters which are all very mouse infested. I believe this is because the site does not have a bear pole or bear box, so I think most people probably don't hang their food like they should and thus the mice move in to forage. Of the 3, the Hilltop shelter 2, which we stayed in is the nicest and private. There is a rustic vault toilet but no water at the site. I asked the lady at the park office if there was water nearby and she said yes, just hike down to the access road and over to the group tenting site to fillup. I'll tell you, this is not close - easily a 2-3 mile round trip.
Group Camping and Cabins — Moraine State Park
Beautiful Scenery, Great Camping Areas, Alot of Fun
- Group Tenting
- Cabins
- Kayaking/Canoeing
- Motor boating 15hp or less
- Sailboats
- Bike Trail
- Great Fishing Spots
- Swimming Area
- Snowmobile Trail
Group Camping and Cabins — Moraine State Park
Awesome!
Moraine State Park is beautiful. It offers many camping styles including Group Tenting, Adirondack shelters for backpacking, and Cabins.
Two Mile Run County Park
Great place for family reunion
The lake is nice for canoeing
Group Camping and Cabins — Moraine State Park
Beautiful place to experience a peaceful nature getaway!
I loved this place! We stayed at a group tent camping site. It was very quiet and secluded feeling, yet not far from the restrooms, bike trail, water/fishing area. Looking forward to going back and getting to explore more!
Group Camping and Cabins — Moraine State Park
Only Two Ways to Tent Camp at Moraine...
Moraine is a great park, but camping here is limited. As I understand it, this park was created so that Pittsburghers would have a place to go sailing--so camping has never been its primary draw. But it's a scenic park that has a beautiful, meandering lake with lots of coves and estuaries. There are bike trails and hiking trails all throughout, plus a bike rental shop, and two swimming beaches. The North Country National Scenic Trail (NCT) has an Adirondack shelter and small tenting area within the park that's reserved for backpackers. But what's to say you're not just a one-day backpacker, doing a small portion of the trail, who needs a place to spend the night? You could hike into the backpacking campground known as the Link Road Overnight Shelter and set up your tent. It would have to be primitive camping; there are no facilities of any kind. The only other way to camp at Moraine is to reserve one of the two rustic group tenting areas--which are actually very pleasant despite the absence of showers. In order to see if your group qualifies to use the group tenting area, go to this website.
Two Mile Run County Park
Private wooded sites
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. Very nice if you are looking for a no frills, quiet place to stay. We came here for a mountain bike race and enjoyed riding the trails!
Guide to Kittanning
Camping near Kittanning, Pennsylvania, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a quiet retreat or a family-friendly adventure, there are plenty of campgrounds to explore.
What to do:
- Hiking and Biking: Many campgrounds, like Moraine State Park, have great trails. One visitor mentioned, "This park has an awesome trail system for walking or biking."
- Water Activities: At Keystone State Park Campground, you can hike, swim, walk, bike, and kayak. A reviewer noted, "Very nice park to hike, swim, walk, bike, and kayak."
- Fishing and Relaxing: Campers at Bear Run Campground enjoy the pond and pool. One guest said, "Bear run has a pond and pool and an amazing camping store to grab a coffee."
What campers like:
- Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness at places like Breakneck Campground. A reviewer stated, "Very clean, easy access to the camp site."
- Friendly Staff: Many visitors mention the helpful staff. At Rustic Acres RV Resort & Campground, one camper said, "Nice and helpful staff. Relaxing atmosphere."
- Family-Friendly Activities: Campgrounds like Jellystone Park at Kozy Rest offer plenty for kids. A parent shared, "This park is packed with activities for the kids."
What you should know:
- Tight Campsites: Some campgrounds, like Bear Run Campground, have sites that can feel cramped. A visitor noted, "Sites are a little tight if you have a larger camper."
- Limited Amenities: At Kalyumet Campground, some facilities are in disrepair. One camper mentioned, "The entire place is in disrepair."
- No Alcohol Allowed: If you're planning to enjoy a drink, be aware that some campgrounds, like Moraine State Park, do not allow alcohol.
Tips for camping with families:
- Plan for Activities: Choose campgrounds with plenty of activities. At Rose Point Park Cabins & Camping, one family enjoyed the "pool, arcade, fishing, and playground."
- Check for Kid-Friendly Amenities: Look for campgrounds that offer things like a dog park or playground. A visitor at Bear Run Campground said, "There was plenty for the kids to do."
- Bring Snacks: Campgrounds like Keystone State Park Campground have little stores for snacks, which can be a lifesaver for hungry kids.
Tips from RVers:
- Check Site Sizes: Make sure to check the size of the sites before booking. A camper at Breakneck Campground mentioned, "Sites are a little tight if you have a larger camper."
- Be Prepared for Coin-Operated Showers: Some campgrounds, like Mountain Top Campground, have coin-operated showers. One visitor noted, "You not only needed cash on hand but then had to turn those into special coins for the shower."
- Look for Full Hookups: If you need full hookups, check campgrounds like Rustic Acres RV Resort & Campground that offer them. A reviewer said, "Quiet tonight with only 4 or 5 empty spots."
Camping near Kittanning, Pennsylvania, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Just remember to check the specific amenities and features of each campground to find the perfect spot for your getaway!
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Kittanning, PA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Kittanning, PA is Group Camping and Cabins — Moraine State Park with a 4.2-star rating from 9 reviews.
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