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Campgrounds near Normalville, Pennsylvania provide diverse accommodations from basic tent sites to full-service RV hookups and cabin rentals. The area features several developed campgrounds including Kentuck Campground at Ohiopyle State Park, Laurel Hill State Park Campground, and Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Mill Run. Most facilities offer a mix of tent camping, RV sites with electric and water hookups, and cabin options. The region's campgrounds typically maintain picnic tables, fire rings, and access to drinking water, with many also providing shower facilities and sanitary dump stations for RVs.
Many campgrounds in the Laurel Highlands area observe seasonal operations, with several facilities closing between mid-October and mid-April. The mountainous terrain experiences cold winters with occasional heavy snowfall, making spring through fall the primary camping season. Reservations are strongly recommended during summer weekends and holiday periods when facilities frequently reach capacity. Electricity and water hookups are widely available at established campgrounds, though specific amenities vary by location. As one camper noted, "The campground is decent, but not sure it really qualifies as a 'resort'. It is an older park that could use some updates, namely electric service, fresh gravel for the sites, and sewer, but overall the park was clean and reasonably well kept."
Campers consistently mention the natural beauty of the Laurel Highlands region as a highlight of their stays. The area provides easy access to outdoor recreation at Ohiopyle State Park, including whitewater rafting, hiking, and mountain biking. Family-oriented campgrounds like Jellystone Park offer extensive amenities including swimming pools, water slides, and organized activities. More rustic experiences can be found at state park campgrounds, which provide a quieter, nature-focused setting. A visitor to Laurel Ridge State Park wrote, "This is a beautiful wooded park offering lots of trees for privacy. I wish I had more time to explore the park before moving on." Mixed reviews for some private campgrounds indicate varying quality of facilities and management, with several visitors noting concerns about site spacing and noise levels at more developed properties.
"Ohiopyle is located in a beautiful area of Pennsylvania we've camped there a couple of times and have been able to get last minute tent sites. Lots of outdoor activities nearby."
"Very close to two Frank Lloyd Wright properties– Kentuck Knob and the more widely known Falling Waters."
from $20 - $54 / night
Check Availability"The lake is separate from the campground, but it is less than a mile away and a reasonable distance walk."
"The site numbering is a bit wonky on the door loop so make sure you look at your map before you start driving the loops."
from $20 - $64 / night
Check Availability"We ended with a very private tent site with no amenities but around the corner from a pavilion with an outside washing station and flush toilets."
"ask for with 2 swimming pools. 4 water slides ,tractor rides ,fire truck rides and a train ride alongside the free activities for the kids there is allways something fun to do and only a few minute drive"
from $115 - $750 / night
Check Availability"We were very close to the state park and all activities there."
"There is one spot with a flushable toilet and it’s a bit of a walk. The pit toilets are actually pretty ok. The showers could use some TLC as well."
"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 - $79 / night
Check Availability"I was traveling alone and was looking for something about an hour away when I used my Dyrt app to locate a recommended campground. Benner’s popped up near Ohiopyle State Park."
"The campground was really nice, although PA Winters are drab, so we kind of had to use our imagination for how beautiful the campground might be when there's vibrant greenery all around."
"It was an easy short walk to the parking lot. The campground has easy access to the bike trail. You can see bikers camping in a certain spot for the special rate of $14.00 per biker. "
"Great access to the Allegheny bike trail and all the small towns near. No shade over campsites."
from $155 / night
Check Availability"The only thing I can say about this campground that made me not give it 5 stars is, the highway noise."
"Peaceful despite being by the highway. The owners were very friendly and helpful. Will definitely be back. Dogs loved it as well"
"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"Located on the Youghiogheny River. Many full hookups, great play ground for the kids. New pool, but not open when we stayed."
"The GAP trail rolls right through the middle of this traditional KOA campground."
from $25 - $999999 / night
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Travelercheck in was easy. there’s lots to do for families kids- there’s ponds to fish, swimming pool, mini golf. golf cart rentals. playground. they also have events like family olympics and outdoor movies. site was also very nice and spacious
GuideCoopers Rock State Park is an absolute gem and easily deserves 5 stars. The RV lots are large and easy to navigate, making setup stress-free and comfortable. The staff was very friendly and helpful, which made the whole stay even better. The new washrooms were clean, modern, and well maintained, and the scenery is breathtaking everywhere you look. It’s the perfect place to relax, enjoy nature, and take in the beautiful views.
GuideThis place is gorgeous and very quiet. The shower house and bathrooms were well maintained, and even had a laundry room and large sink around the back for dishes. Laundry costs $2 in quarters per load, 4 quarters for the washer and 4 quarters for the dryer. They are quick as well, took maybe an hour and 15 minutes all together. Campsites are spaced apart so you're not directly on top of eachother, but you can still see most of the other campers. Lots of trails in the area. We had electrical hook up and a lantern pole, and the is a dump and water station on the way in/out. Highly recommend this site.
GuideWe've stayed here annually for 7 years. Getting into the RV sites is a steep climb, then you head down from the top of the hill to the RV sites.
The older portion has back in and pull through sites. They are medium to small in size, and due to their height and proximity to Interstates you hear trucks engine breaking. The newer section is lower (and quieter) and the sites are larger, but the gravel is not compacted so it sinks in when you drive, park or try to level your RV on it.
There were dog walking trails in the woods but they are so overgrown you need a machete to use them. The pool is nice and is clean. The camp store is not small but carries a very limited amount of supplies.
The staff are friendly. We've had RV issues and birds nesting under our slide room covers that they have helped us deal with.
TravelerWe are here a couple days . Staff and facilities are great. Lots of hiking trails of various types and lengths. June 9 and only 2 other RVs on our loop. The “new” loop has great single occupancy bath facilities.
TravelerWe LOVED our visit to Kentuck campground and Ohiopyle. We went mid-week in early June and had very few neighbors Tuesday and Wednesday, with more rolling in toward the end of the week.
We stayed on Hickory Loop with our dog and saw quite a few other dogs while we were there. Not all sites are equal at this campground - ours was huge and lovely with adequate flattish area and a stream running along two sides of it. Others were quite small and not very level. I think we had one of the best sites on the loop, with great trees for hammocks and big rocks nearby, as well as good privacy from other sites.
The campground is very shaded and was regularly several degrees cooler than elsewhere in the park, which was great to home 'home' to. There's a lot of poison ivy in the area, so be watchful.
Firewood is available for purchase on entrance to the campground.
The bathhouse was relatively clean, with a large kitchen sink for washing dishes, three toilet stalls, and two shower stalls. We never had to wait for any of it.
GuideThis campground's foliage is interesting, I saw fernes growing and trees that looked older than me. I also noticed the campground has some history shown by the rust of the firepits. There is Billy's Pizza and general store which sells firewood if you go a little further down the road that maps takes you and take the second left instead of taking the first left. I think the campground also sells firewood on site. You can order Billy's Pizza and I saw them deliver to the campsites, which is amazing, havent seen that before. I'm a light sleeper and could hear truck engine braking sounds echo through the forest from the nearby highway, so the proximity to the road ruins the feeling of seclusion and the quiet. There's a restroom with a large sink outside which is nice.
TravelerThis is one of six campsites that can be reserved through PA's DCNR website. The six campsites are spread throughout the Laurel Highlands. This is the only one at Mt. Davis. We camp with three dogs, so we really appreciated the privacy. There were occasionally the sounds of distant ATVs or farm equipment, but, overall, this is a peaceful site. The campsite does not connect to the trails at Mt. Davis and there is no vault toilet here, but both vault toilets and a trailhead are just a few minutes away at the Mt. Davis picnic area. There is only one obvious tent site, so, if you need more than one tent site, you will have to get creative. The site is along a gravel road that leads to a field which you can use to walk your dogs. There are no water features here which our dogs enjoy, so that is the only reason for the 4 out of 5 stars. We will be reserving this site again!
GuideI come here at least twice a year for the wonder campground. The hiking trails, water falls and white water rafting. The town is small but filled with tons of great shops and outfitters. Campground is clean, every sight is nice and spacious, not all are private. Get gas on your way here, once here their are no gas stations for 40 minutes in every direction. Ice and wood at campground suck. Go into town for ice or see Butch out rt 381 on the left just outside the park boundary. Highly recommended.
Campsites near Normalville, Pennsylvania feature varied terrain across elevations from 1,200 to 3,000 feet in the Laurel Highlands region. Summer temperatures average 75-85°F with overnight lows in the 50s. Many campgrounds in this area experience crowded conditions during October leaf-peeping season, with sites booking up to six months in advance for peak fall weekends.
Whitewater adventures: Access world-class paddling directly from Kentuck Campground — Ohiopyle State Park, with multiple trip options. The Middle Yough offers a gentler experience for beginners. "The Yough for short. A picturesque waterfall, numerous outdoor retailers, bicycle & raft rentals, peaceful trails and a sweet, cutting edge visitor/nature center," notes camper Dave V. Trips typically last 3-4 hours depending on water levels.
Star gazing platform: Unique astronomical viewing area at Benner's Meadow Run RV Campground provides excellent night sky observation opportunities. Sites in the wooded areas offer additional viewing spots. One camper mentioned, "Got a nice secluded spot to camp in the wooded area that had amazing mountain views and the star gazing platform."
Trail access: Many campgrounds connect directly to the Great Allegheny Passage (GAP) trail system. "Awesome campground right on the Great Allegheny Passage trail. We loved being able to access the GAP trail right from the campground," according to a camper at Ohiopyle State Park. The trail runs 150 miles from Pittsburgh to Cumberland, Maryland, with numerous access points throughout the region.
Wooded privacy: Scarlett Knob Campground offers more secluded sites compared to other area campgrounds. "All time favorite campsite yet. Each site is far away from other sites you feel alone," reports Amanda A. Sites typically include fire rings with cooking grates and cost $25-40 per night depending on amenities.
Fishing options: Multiple water access points for anglers at various skill levels. Kooser State Park provides creek fishing while Laurel Hill offers lake fishing. "The park is close to the Laurel Hill State Park which is great for hiking and water activities," notes one camper. Most fishing spots are within 15-20 minutes of campsites.
Reasonable pricing: Outflow Camping receives consistent praise for value. "Affordable, clean, great location. Just about perfect," mentions David W. Most tent sites range from $15-25 per night, while electric sites typically run $30-40, significantly less expensive than some private campgrounds in the area.
Road closures: Seasonal construction can impact access to popular campgrounds. "No one - not either website or the woman whom I spoke to - mentioned that the main road to the campground from Ohiopyle was also closed due to a separate paving project," reports a frustrated camper at Ohiopyle State Park. Always call ahead within 48 hours of arrival to verify current road conditions.
Site leveling challenges: Several campgrounds feature sloped terrain requiring extra preparation. "The sites are REALLY not level because the RV sites are on a major slope, especially the pull-through sites," notes Kathy L. about Laurel Hill State Park Campground. Bring extra leveling blocks, particularly for larger RVs.
Highway noise: Campgrounds near major roads experience traffic sounds. "The campground is situated right off of the main road so the road noise can be an issue if it bothers you. We personally, didn't sleep well because of the road noise," mentions one camper about Donegal Campground. Request sites furthest from highways when making reservations.
Water features: Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Mill Run offers extensive water recreation beyond what's mentioned at state parks. "Mill run by far the best yogi bear/campground we have been to. Second time we have been & they have upgraded the water slides 4 huge slides plus big splash pad with little slide for smaller kids," explains Erik W. Daily water park access runs $15-25 per person depending on season.
Bathroom facilities: Quality varies significantly between campgrounds. "The bathhouses themselves were great," according to a camper at Ohiopyle, while another noted at Scarlett Knob that "The only thing that I was unimpressed with was the bathrooms/showers. I felt dirtier after showering." Bring shower shoes and extra towels as a precaution.
Loop selection: Consider carefully which camping section to reserve. "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," advises Casey L. about Laurel Hill State Park.
Extension cords: Electrical hookups at several campgrounds have unusual 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," suggests Erik E. Pack a 25-50 foot extension cord depending on your setup.
Grocery planning: Limited shopping options exist near most campgrounds. "Plan your meals well, before arriving. There are a couple of restaurants in Ohiopyle, but they are not open late. There are no grocery stores real close," advises Robert C. The nearest full supermarkets are in Somerset, approximately 20-30 minutes from most area campgrounds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near Normalville, PA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Normalville, PA is Kentuck Campground — Ohiopyle State Park with a 4.5-star rating from 84 reviews.
What parks are near Normalville, PA?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 23 parks near Normalville, PA that allow camping, notably Youghiogheny River Lake and Jennings Randolph Lake.
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