Top Tent Camping near Mercer, PA
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Best Tent Sites Near Mercer, PA (14)
1. Quiet and Secluded
2 Reviews•11 Photos•4 SavesIt's pretty dark here. There are no large cities anywhere around here.
My family moved here in 1957 and I purchased it from my father in 1975.
My wife is responsible for much of the landscaping and home improvements that have been done since 1990.
We are retired self-employed.
Perfect for families and friends who want to have a private, spacious camping area.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
$22 - $75 / night
2. Pioneer Trails Tree Farm
2 Reviews•25 Photos•29 SavesPioneer Trails Tree Farm has 35 acres of beautiful fir, spruce, and pine trees to explore. Pioneer Trails Tree Farm has been serving Ohio and Western Pennsylvania for over 30 years, the Perdulla family welcomes your family this camping season!
Reserve Your Space – Camping Season Opens May 1st. Primitive camping sites are available May 1st - October 31st for those wanting to escape the daily grind to get a bit of country peace and quiet.
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
- Trash
$35 / night
3. Danner Primitive Campground
1 Review•13 Photos•20 SavesPrimitive Camping Area; Permit required for more than one night stay.
- Pets
- Fires
- Tents
- Equestrian
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
4. Clark Rec Area Day Use
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5. Mahaney Rec Area Day Use
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6. Wolfkiel Run Shelters
2 Reviews•29 Photos•31 Saves- Fires
- Reservable
- Tents
- Dispersed
- Trash
- Picnic Table
$8 / night
7. Headwaters Park
2 Reviews•2 Photos•21 SavesHeadwaters Park is a 926-acre reservation located in Claridon and Huntsburg townships. The property is leased by Geauga Park District from the City of Akron in a partnership that allows for conservation of natural areas, enjoyment by park visitors, and outdoor education and passive recreation. It is Geauga Park District's intent to mange this natural area and to protect the water quality for aquatic life and downstream neighbors. Prior to 1932, the east branch of the Cuyahoga River meandered through a lush ravine as it made its way through Claridon and Huntsburg townships. Picnickers enjoyed many summer afternoons along it's banks; vacationers escaped to cottages nestled around adjacent Crystal Lake and along the river's edge. When the City of Akron began purchasing land in Geauga County in 1932, the cottages and neighboring farmhouses were moved and a dam was built to impound the waters in East Branch Reservoir. Having secured a stable water supply for the businesses and homes in their community, City of Akron officials opened the reservoir and surrounding land to local residents in 1959. In 1996, Geauga Park District's Board of Park Commissioners signed an agreement to lease the land and reservoir, and renamed the area Headwaters Park because of its location at the upper reaches of the Cuyahoga River. Visitor activities are regulated by Geauga Park District in accordance with the City of Akron in order to achieve mutual stewardship goals of protecting natural resources and water quality. Camping is available by permit in the designated tent pad or lean-to sites. Reservations for all facilities can be made online or by calling the Park District office.
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Recent Tent Reviews In Mercer
433 Reviews of 14 Mercer Campgrounds
Tom J.
Scout
Quiet and Secluded
It was a wonderful experience
Beautiful place. Host was very accommodating. Great time.
Clinton C.Scout
Buttercup Woodlands Campground
Caveat Emptor
I came up for an event at the farm show grounds(yes the event you’re thinking of). I made a reservation and paid in full the day after it was announced 6 days beforehand. I got a call the day before Friday stating that I wasn’t able to check in until 1PM and the latest was 8PM. I asked if I could park there before the event and deal with it later. The owner reluctantly agreed, however said that my vehicle would be towed if I came after 8. He also stated that I couldn’t check in early or wait a little. Gates closed at 1; and was over at 8 and couldn’t leave the parking lot until 10. Needless to say I just drove home 3 hours instead. Mind you the“campground” is a quarter mile from the farm show grounds. I honestly just wanted somewhere to rest my eyes for a couple of hours in my car before I left early on the morning. I understand that places like this have policies, however this was probably the largest congregation of people Butler and the Farm Show has ever hosted. There was 10s of thousands of people in town and as a bonus the rounds were closed to due construction. If you lean even a little right, caveat emptor. The guy knew exactly what was doing. This will be the most expensive$35 this guy ever stole.
Aaron B.
Guide
Beaver Creek State Park
Warm Days, Cool Nights--No Frills Camping
When you pull into Beaver Creek Family Campground you pretty much have two choices: either you go left into multiple Pine tree sites or right into two cabins and more RV friendly open sites. A few of the RV sites have electric, but no water for their tanks. I suggest the pine sites for any tent or hammock campers. I stayed in one of the first set of 3 pine sites numbered 43, 44, and 45. There is some brush and cover between these sites, but each has a pull in parking pad. If 45 was occupied with a RV, 44 would not be as nice as it was. Backing into 44 and 45 would be tricky as well. To be fair any larger RV that came in better know how to get through tight quarters.
The back area of each of those 3 sites looked best to get even ground for a tent. My buddy hung his hammock between the tree to the left of the picnic bench and to a tree back and left in the picture of site 44. Site was fairly clean, but be sure to move the pine tree duff away from the fire pits to be safe.
Probably the nicest pit toilets I have experienced and while we didn't use, it the sun shower building would give anyone privacy if they had packed a portable shower. Lots of trails to choose from and the pioneer village in the state park gives you many options to spend the day. Had some luck fishing at the Canoe/Kayak area in the South East area of the park close to the Group Camp Sites.
Wandering Woofs _.Scout
Mill Creek Camping — Berlin Lake Wildlife Area
Convenient and very family friendly
Very nice campground, convenient and clean. A lot of lake front camp sites
- FFrederick B.
Traveler
Pioneer Trails Tree Farm
Perfect setting at the tree farm. 9/7/24
I'm bicycle touring across the United States. First time user of dyrt. My first camping location and review. Camping in a tree farm has been cool!
I called the number listed and left a message. See the friendly manager walking the farm. He says they no longer offer the camping service due to low guest attendence. Since I've got no place else to camp, I offer to pay for the spot. Weather was a factor. So he let me stay.
Clean bathroom. Office to charge electronics and a campsite with firepit was great. Nice and quiet here also.
I do hope more people find a use for this location. The camping service needs to return. 🚲
If not, come here during the holiday season and purchase a tree! 🌲
Thank you!
Owen I.Guide
Kalyumet Campground
Terrible, Run Down, Abandoned And Un Secure! GATE WAS BROKEN
Any worker over the age of 20 was super rude and they did NOT Re-Book Our Reservation For Next Year The Website sates that it is now being managed by a company called Oasis Marianas. There Are Signs Falling Apart And They Pool Was Water Orange! The Arcade was completely broken the showers were tiny and the entire place is in disrepair. The Gate was taken off the Opener And thrown into the weeds DISAPPOINTING And This Place was NOT CHEAP And Was Super RunDown.
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Patrick C.Scout
Breakneck Campground
Great place
Great staff great place.
SUE A.Scout
Woodcock Creek Lake Park & Campground — Woodcock Creek Lake
CAMPGROUND IS CLOSED!!!!!!!!!!!
Campground is closed. Roads are a minefield! Park by the dam is nice and so are the trails across from the dam. Trails by the campground are very nice, once you get through the mine field to them.
- Owen I.Guide
Wolfs Camping Resort
Yet Another Perfect Trip To Wolf's!
Wolf's Camping Resort Is The Perfect Campground For Family's To Stay At With Its large Swimming Pool And It's Large Game room It is prefect for kids young and old! It has a large store with helpful employees and it sits on a large plot of land that includes a small mini golf corse and a full sized 18 hole golf course with many activities and themed weekends that you can find on their Facebook it is the perfect place to come!
Alika T.GuideMill Creek Camping — Berlin Lake Wildlife Area
Nice campsites
Gets loud and crowded on the weekend as usual, the shower house is pretty nice. There are fire rings and electrics and nonelectric sites. Swimming and boating is nearby.
The water is muddy and the shoreline is sharp rocks.
Peaceful when the early morning lawn mower brigade has gotten past and the dumpster work isn't at full force near my campsite (B18) at 7:30 AM.
- Michele S.Traveler
Bear Run Campground
Can’t wait to go back
I took my 7yo son last year for his first time camping. He absolutely loved it!!! Everyone was very nice & the heated pool & campstore are great. He especially enjoyed the “rock mining”. He keeps wanting to go back to get the motherload bag to mine!
- CChristopher M.Scout
Tionesta Rec. Area Campground
Tionesta Recreation Campground
Nice campground with full hook ups. Close to a large recreational lake with hiking trails and a boat launch. Sites were fairly level no issues with power fluctuations and sewer worked great!
- TTodd B.Scout
Gaslight Campgrounds
Clean, well-maintained, and quiet with friendly owner
We stayed here for a week in June 2024 in our 42-foot fifth wheel. Overall the campground is clean and well-maintained. The owner is friendly and helpful. Amenities include a heated, in-ground pool, a recreation center, a pavilion, and swing sets.
The current owners have had the campground since ~2014 and have made many repairs and improvements. Water, electric, and sewage lines have been replaced or upgraded in the past few years. We had stable electric and good water.
Unfortunately no WiFi is available, but there was a good AT&T cell phone signal.
- Robert L.Traveler
MillBrook Resort
Pretty nice
We stayed here with our Coast to Coast membership, so it was good for that price. The main restroom/shower house is attached to the office. There are 5 restrooms with flush toilet and hand sanitizer scattered around the park. Most all of the sites are back in. We stayed at a site that shares a pole with water and electric hookups with 3 others. The first time I connected to the internet at our site, it connected right away with good quality. For about 30 seconds. I never got internet at our site again. It is good in the game room by the office, but there isn't anywhere with air conditioning to sit. AT&T has one bar of signal. Many problems getting internet with that. We did enjoy the indoor pool. Until it became crowded with kids. So, we went to the swimming pond. It was quite nice. We took out a paddle boat. They offer paddle boats, canoes, and rowboat to use for free. The one we had wouldn't steer. We went in circles to the right in the middle of the lake for 45 minutes before we got it back to the dock. I think it needs more trees.
- DDanielScout
Starr Farm
Very relaxing place
This campsite was close to an archery tournament for me. It is a huge campsite that is remote and peaceful. I will try to get this place again next year.
- TTracy F.Scout
Linesville Campground
Clean and Spacious
The Tuttle Campground was enjoyable. It is a well maintained park with big spacious spots.
- MMichael B.Traveler
Jamestown - Pymatuning State Park
Pymatuning Jamestown
Quiet park. Some road noise from campsite J100 but US route 322 is lightly traveled. Typical tent site with fire ring and picnic table. Across street from bath house with shower and toilet which was clean.
- KKim S.Guide
Indian Brave Campgrounds
Our Happy Place
We live in Oregon and our son and family live in Zelienople. We have stayed here in 2019, 2021, 2023 and now 2024. The owners and staff are wonderful, right on top of things. We enjoy spending time with our son and his family in Zeli and Harmony as well as the other Villages around. Highly recommend IBCG to everyone (until we can't get a spot!)
- DDawn W.Traveler
Ridge Ranch Campground
Bathhouse in poor shape
It was a nice location to the turnpike but the bathrooms are so out of date. We have a small TT and use the bathhouse frequently. The stall doors hit your knees and the well water stinks…couldn’t wash my hand in the sink. Only one shower stall in the one of 2 bathroom locations. It was nice to see an area designated for dog swimming area. The office closed at 6 PM so no late arrivals. Nice pond but it was a little murky.
- LLuke K.Scout
Jamestown - Pymatuning State Park
Weekend Getaway
We will definitely be back. The sites are very level, so setup is a breeze. There's plenty of spots to go fishing and hang out by the lake, plus different things to do in the area.
- jjon H.Scout
Indian Brave Campgrounds
Perfect little campground
This campground was perfect for what we needed to accomplish! As first time travel trailer owners, they helped us accomplish our first trip away! Upon calling to book a site, we mentioned this was our first trip, they made the utmost effort to accommodate us with all of our needs. They escorted us to our campsite (which was larger than most) and made sure we had plenty of help getting backed in and set up! The front office and store was tiny but had a few essentials in case you forgot or didn’t have things. The site was quiet and even though you were close to your neighbors it didn’t feel like it to us! The atmosphere seemed friendly among the other campers and they were all willing to lend a helping hand where needed. They definitely made our first trip a huge success!
Thomas R.Scout
Valley View Campground
A winner
Was a relaxing 4 days at a tent site. Would absolutely recommend this campground!
- DDeborah P.Scout
Smith Grove
Quit oark
We love staying here when we visit family in Butler it’s a quiet family run park . It is very affordable and bathrooms are clean
- Owen I.Guide
Rose Point Park Cabins & Camping
Perfect Campground, Yet Again We Stayed For Their Halloween Weekend
Everything Was Perfect
The Day before they Called us to make sure that we were still coming and to confirm the reservation and offered us a FREE site upgrade! it is the little thing that count and we said yes! It was one of their deluxe patio sites ,super nice patio with concrete pad and Nice Picnic Table! Site was Super Large And Was Perfect For A larger rig! Our Rig is only about 34 feet long but still perfect.
Halloween Events
- Pumpking Carving Contest
- Voting On Pumpkins (Carved)
- Campstore Sales
- T-Shirts And Apparel (Halloween Versions)
- Dance Party
Jennifer N.Guide
Mountain Top Campground
Incredible views
Mountain Top was off the beaten path and very quiet. The check in process was easy and our site was flat. We had the most amazing views from our site. Water and electricity were easy to access and hook up. Bathhouse was clean. Only disappointment was that the showers were coin operated, so you not only needed cash on hand but then had to turn those into special coins for the shower. They had both ice and firewood available that was self service.
Anne W.Guide
Guilford Lake State Park
Not very private
The campgrounds on a skinnier part of the lake so you’re directly across from residential homes and right next to a road. The sites are very close together and there’s very few trees, so it’s not private at all. The bathrooms were extremely well maintained. The potable water was shut off while we were there.
- Owen I.Guide
Kalyumet Campground
Nice ,But Little Bit Run Down
This Campground Is Well Used But Is Still Nice
Guide to Mercer
Camping near Mercer, Pennsylvania, offers a great mix of outdoor fun and relaxation. With several campgrounds in the area, you can find the perfect spot to enjoy nature and make lasting memories.
What to do:
- Hiking: There are many trails nearby, perfect for exploring. Campers at Raccoon Creek State Park Campground mention, "There are really great hikes around the area and the lake is lovely!"
- Fishing: If you enjoy fishing, Pymatuning State Park Campground is a great choice. One visitor said, "Big campsite lots of fishing area."
- Swimming: Many campgrounds have swimming areas. At Mosquito Lake State Park Campground, a camper noted, "Large beach and plenty of activities."
What campers like:
- Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review for West Branch State Park Campground states, "The facilities were clean. The campground was quiet as much as can be expected."
- Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Many campgrounds cater to families. One happy camper at Cook Forest State Park Campground said, "This is truly one of my favorite state parks to camp at. The whole campground is mostly wooded with hardly a bad site."
- Scenic Views: Campers love the beautiful surroundings. A visitor at Geneva State Park Campground mentioned, "Our site was very nicely set back from the road about 20-30 feet and had three trees around the fire pit."
What you should know:
- Site Selection: Some sites can be close together, which may affect privacy. A camper at Silver Springs Campground noted, "While there isn't much to say about the privacy at this campground, because you are generally just staying in a field."
- Weather Considerations: Be prepared for rain. One camper at Streetsboro-Cleveland SE KOA shared, "Our tent leaked horribly bad and it was evident with the forecast we would not last another day in the tent."
- Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds may not have stores or restaurants nearby. A review for Clear Creek State Park Campground mentioned, "There’s no camp store in the campground, which is something they could improve upon."
Tips for camping with families:
- Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and swimming areas. Campers at Raccoon Creek State Park Campground enjoyed the "very nice playground."
- Plan for Meals: Bring your own food or check for nearby dining options. A family at Cook Forest State Park Campground recommended, "Be sure to eat at the Cooksburg Cafe as well there. Absolutely delicious and very reasonable in cost."
- Pack for Comfort: Bring extra blankets and pillows for a cozy stay. A camper at Punderson State Park Campground mentioned, "Our site barely had space for our large tent to fit but it all worked out."
Tips from RVers:
- Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A review for Pymatuning State Park Campground noted, "Most of the sites are large and pretty spread out."
- Electric Hookups: Look for campgrounds with electric hookups if you need them. Campers at Mosquito Lake State Park Campground appreciated the "water fill stations scattered around the campground."
- Be Prepared for Wildlife: Keep food stored properly to avoid unwanted visitors. A camper at Punderson State Park Campground warned, "Be sure to keep all food in cars or bring your bear cans."
Camping near Mercer, Pennsylvania, has something for everyone. Whether you're looking for family fun or a peaceful getaway, you'll find a spot that suits your needs.
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