Best Dog-Friendly Camping near North East, PA

Looking for the ultimate pet-friendly camping experience near North East? Finding pet-friendly campgrounds in Pennsylvania is easier than ever. Whether you're looking for a quiet location in the woods or a place near local attractions, The Dyrt makes it easy to find the perfect spot for you and your pup.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near North East, PA (53)

    Camper-submitted photo from Sara's Campground
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    1. Sara's Campground

    16 Reviews
    41 Photos
    160 Saves
    Erie, Pennsylvania
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Lampe Marina Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lampe Marina Campground
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    2. Lampe Marina Campground

    11 Reviews
    25 Photos
    126 Saves
    Erie, Pennsylvania

    42 Waterfront Campsites alongside Lampe Marina All sites include water and electric (20 30 & 50 amp) Restroom Facilities and Dump Stations All sites are back-in sites 24-hour security FREE public boat launch Picnic Tables Fire rings at all sites Laundry Shower Facilities Bike path to bayfront attractions and Presque Isle State Park Nearby boat rentals, fishing charters, and FREE public boat launch ramps

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $20 - $35 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Erie State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Erie State Park Campground
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    3. Lake Erie State Park Campground

    17 Reviews
    21 Photos
    97 Saves
    Brocton, New York
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    4. Westfield-Lake Erie KOA

    10 Reviews
    8 Photos
    72 Saves
    Westfield, New York
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Chautauqua Lake KOA
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    5. Chautauqua Lake KOA

    8 Reviews
    17 Photos
    39 Saves
    Mayville, New York
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $35 - $300 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Erie KOA
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    6. Erie KOA

    9 Reviews
    8 Photos
    41 Saves
    Girard, Pennsylvania

    Come to our beautiful "kid friendly" campground offering fun for the whole family. Go fishing or paddle boating in our catch and release pond, swim in our heated pool, ride our pedal carts and banana bikes, or walk our pygmy goats. Throughout the summer we have movies and weekend ice cream socials. Jam to our DJ entertainment on holiday weekends. Enjoy our recreation room for air hockey, pool, ping-pong and arcade games. Special events, kids games and social activities abound. Check out our summer activities listed below. Enjoy our pancake breakfast on Sundays. Enjoy the improvements and additions we've put in the last couple of years, including deluxe patio sites, kottages, lodges, a new restroom in the tent area and more sewered and longer RV sites. Make your reservations early. Our campground is only 9 miles from Presque Isle. This popular destination offers sandy beaches for sun bathing and nature trails for biking and hiking. This peninsula on Lake Erie, is a safe harbor for your pleasure boating and provides wetlands for bird viewing or canoeing.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Sparrow Pond Family Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Sparrow Pond Family Campground
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    7. Sparrow Pond Family Campground

    6 Reviews
    18 Photos
    17 Saves
    Waterford, Pennsylvania
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $40 - $72 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Family Affair
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    8. Family Affair

    3 Reviews
    6 Photos
    5 Saves
    North East, Pennsylvania
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $35 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Camp Chautauqua Camping Resort
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    9. Camp Chautauqua Camping Resort

    5 Reviews
    9 Photos
    51 Saves
    Bemus Point, New York
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $30 - $65 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Big Oak Hill
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    10. Big Oak Hill

    2 Reviews
    6 Photos
    7 Saves
    Clymer, New York

    This is a newly created campsite that has picturesque view of surrounding farmland and of Peek-n-Peak. Located conveniently off of Rt426 with a slight drive along a field to reach the destination. Private and out of the way. Plenty of wildlife (family of fox and usually mamma deer and her babies, can normally be seen doing what animals do. Close to Peek-n-Peak and Findley Lake and its many amenities.

    This is a little campsite on top of a hillside besides, you guessed it, a big oak. This is on a working hay farm, so depending on when you arrive you might be able to see hay being harvested. Again, this a new campsite so improvements will be made based on demand.

    To enter the property, you will use a field entrance right off Harrington Hill Road (coming from the west it will be on your left-hand side). We have the way marked for you with posts/markers so hopefully it will take you right there. Please be aware this is located on top of a hill (with a big oak, hence its name :)) and you will be going through an active hay field to reach it.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Trash
    • Firewood Available

    $20 / night

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Recent Dog-Friendly Reviews in North East

216 Reviews of 53 North East Campgrounds


  • HThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Erie State Park Campground
    Oct. 7, 2024

    Lake Erie State Park Campground

    Nice stop on way to Niagara Falls

    Beautiful State Park with friendly staff and campers. Windy, clean bathrooms w showers, flat sites. Sites on lake are not open - but sites across have good views as well. Lots more than just the campground

  • jThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lampe Marina Campground
    Sep. 11, 2024

    Lampe Marina Campground

    Sunsets and Sunrises

    We came for a quick visit and enjoyed a beautiful sunset and sunrise. Large spaces and easy access to the pier (ramps available for all to enjoy ) We would love to return and enjoy a much longer stay. FYI -several dump stations so no waiting!

  • afshar Y.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Erie KOA
    Sep. 3, 2024

    Erie KOA

    Fun time for a family

    Fun little campground with friendly staff and wide open spaces. Clean bathrooms, great pool, fun little game room. The playground got 2 thumbs up from a 4 and 6 year old. There was a movie night every night. Close to stores (15 mins). The KOA is close to Presque isle and the amusement park, which is a fantastic place for kids. Sites were a good size and comfortable to be around.

  • Cynthia K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Chautauqua Lake KOA
    Aug. 28, 2024

    Chautauqua Lake KOA

    One Nighter

       Although this is a KOA Holiday, we used it as a KOA Journey on our way to the Catskills. Not too far from the Interstate & there was no highway noise at the campground. 

      We arrived right at 5pm, which is when they close up, but Victoria went above & beyond & took us right to our site. Good thing, since we were at the back of a confusing layout.

     There are sites in this section that have a partial view of the lake, but they looked like seasonal sites. All the sites looked well cared for. We had a pull through on Chestnut Drive.  Y1

    If you have kids, most of the activities they would be interested in are at the front entrance. If you don't have a golf cart, you may have to drive to the front for the pool, mini golf, basketball court & jumping pillow. 

    It doesn't look like they have many cabins. 

     There's another playground in the back that was getting used. There was supposed to be a splash pad, but I didn't see an evidence of that. 

    The bathroom/shower house are duel toilet/showers. Not my favorite, but we didn't have any trouble getting in. 

    We used the back exit on our way out, which was convenient. At least we didn't have to go back to the front entrance!

     BTW, Victoria is a treasure! She's friendly & goes above& beyond for customer service. We really appreciated the time she took with us.

  • Ed F.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lampe Marina Campground
    Aug. 9, 2024

    Lampe Marina Campground

    I AM EXCITED

    GOING LAST WEEK OF SEPTEMBER LOOKING TO GET SOME FISH FROM SHORE. HOPING FOR THE BEST! 5 STARS ON LOOKS ALONE.

  • Rose S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Warner Road Dispersed Camping in North Harmony State Forest
    Jul. 7, 2024

    Warner Road Dispersed Camping in North Harmony State Forest

    fine site, messy

    The site was fine, fire pit, primitive spot so no services. We arrived late at night so couldn’t see so well but stopped in a clearing on the road toward the coordinates.

    Kind of a gross site, the previous people who stayed at our site were messy and left litter, but it served its purpose as a free place to sleep along a longer trip.

  • Sue H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Evangola State Park Campground
    Jun. 24, 2024

    Evangola State Park Campground

    Need to learn to clean bathrooms

    Love the campgrounds and beach. However, this year the restrooms were disgusting!!!. We were here for 3 nights and the same washcloths were on the floor all weekend. Sinks and counter never cleaned, mouse feces were everywhere. Even after going in right after the 2 young girls were done "cleaning", it looked like it was never touched except toilet seats were up and trash empty. Was really disappointed. We were in the last loop.

  • Mateo G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Red Oak Campground
    Jun. 16, 2024

    Red Oak Campground

    Super friendly and communal campground

    It was fairly full when I went, the staff was very friendly and helpful. There was a band playing in the middle of the campground at dusk which made for a great experience. Great campground overall!

  • C F.
    Camper-submitted photo from Chapman State Park Campground
    May. 28, 2024

    Chapman State Park Campground

    LOVE THIS PLACE!

    Hidden gem!  Love the seclusion of this campground.  Very clean restrooms.  Fantastic lake for kayaking, fishing, swimming, etc.  Currently, our favorite local escape destination!

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Red Oak Campground
    May. 16, 2024

    Red Oak Campground

    Mostly Seasonal Sites

    Park is mostly for seasonal camping with family oriented activities. Pads are gravel and grass. Campground needs general upkeep. Bathhouse needs repair or replacement. Staff is friendly and accommodating.

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Hearts Content Recreation Area
    May. 12, 2024

    Hearts Content Recreation Area

    Peace and quiet

    Just stayed the weekend very big and private sites. Very few people so easy to show up and pick a site. Bathrooms were kept very clean for pit toilet. Water spigot throughout camp no elec

  • Bryan S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Follys End Campground
    Apr. 10, 2024

    Follys End Campground

    Nice spot

    Sites aren't on top of each other. Best sites are along the river and store has lots of fishing supplies. Wifi was too weak at my tent site and Verizon service was mostly unavailable. The site has a tire rim fire pit and picnic table with electric and water. Gravel pad where I parked was nearly level. Bathroom was cleaned the day I used shower and hot water was good. Prices for the site was $31/night and this was early season. I'm in a pickup with rooftop tent.

  • Matt S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Sparrow Pond Family Campground
    Apr. 10, 2024

    Sparrow Pond Family Campground

    Great campground near Lake Erie

    We stayed at Sparrow Pond Family Campground for a special long-weekend to view the Total Solar Eclipse. Their normal season doesn’t open until later in April, but they opened for 5-days for people like us who wanted a good spot for the eclipse. Since the normal season hadn’t yet opened, not all amenities/facilities were open but they put on a lot of activities to make the stay fun. 

    THINGS I LIKED: 

    • Easy access to Lake Erie and Presque Isle State Park 

    • Clean and well-maintained property with lots of activities 

    • All of the RVs appeared well-maintained without trashy-looking seasonal sites 

    • Nice campground with friendly camping neighbors 

    • Friendly and responsive staff interactions 

    THINGS I DIDN’T LIKE SO MUCH: 

    • The site was nice and in a great location with a view of the pond, but wasn’t level 

    WOULD WE COME BACK? 

    Absolutely, this is a nice place with plenty of things to see and do in the area 

    HOW I CAME UP WITH MY STAR RATING:

    ★★★★★ everything was perfect with no room for improvement

    ★★★★ this is a great place with one or more minor flaws

    ★★★ average in all ways— not great, not horrible

    ★★ major issues or poorly maintained, we wouldn’t likely come back

    ★ a terrible place in my opinion and I’d never return

  • t
    Camper-submitted photo from Big Oak Hill
    Jan. 25, 2024

    Big Oak Hill

    Wonderful hill

    It is a newly created campsite that is located on top of a hill with a big oak tree. The campsite is accessible by drive-in, but you may need a 4-wheel drive vehicle if there has been rain. I really like geometry dash scratch because it's interesting. The host is super-responsive and helpful. I really like this hill. The landscapes are wonderful. Hope that I will have a chance to return to it in the future.

  • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Evangola State Park Campground
    Dec. 28, 2023

    Evangola State Park Campground

    Great campground

     We stayed here three nights to ride out a heat wave and really liked it. Sites are electric only, with a dump station available at the entrance and one in the campground loop. There are potable water spigots throughout the campground, where you awkwardly pull over to the side of the road and fill your tank. 

    Sites are pretty much wide open, with zero separation between you and your neighbor. Most are out in direct sun but the ones along the edge have some tree cover and shade. 

    There are yurts here as well, and a playground, and a huge disc golf course. You can walk to the beach from the campground (dogs aren’t allowed on the beach). The nature center is right in the campground, by the basketball and tennis courts. Showers were dirty and buggy, but they’re free and you can actually choose your own water temperature. 

    NY State campgrounds require proof of rabies vaccinations for your dogs. Good cell reception for Verizon, ATT wasn’t great but the cell booster helped. Trash bins, but no recycling. Beautiful sunset on the lake.

  • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Evangola State Park Campground
    Dec. 28, 2023

    Evangola State Park Campground

    Great campground

    We stayed here three nights to ride out a heat wave and really liked it. Sites are electric only, with a dump station available at the entrance and one in the campground loop. There are potable water spigots throughout the campground, where you awkwardly pull over to the side of the road and fill your tank. Sites are pretty much wide open, with zero separation between you and your neighbor. Most are out in direct sun but the ones along the edge have some tree cover and shade. 

    There are yurts here as well, and a playground, and a huge disc golf course. You can walk to the beach from the campground (dogs aren’t allowed on the beach). The nature center is right in the campground, by the basketball and tennis courts. 

    Showers were dirty and buggy, but they’re free and you can actually choose your own water temperature. NY State campgrounds require proof of rabies vaccinations for your dogs.

     Good cell reception for Verizon, ATT wasn’t great but the cell booster helped. Trash bins, but no recycling. Beautiful sunset on the lake.

  • Tracy S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Red Oak Campground
    Nov. 28, 2023

    Red Oak Campground

    Nice area for photography

    I went here the second week in October 2023 for a fall leaves photography trip. The campground owner is pleasant and available when needed. The place was fairly empty and I loved the quiet. Reasonable full hookup rates. The pulls ins are a bit of a draw on levelness, but none are horribly unlevel. I was in the "B1" and it's a bit larger than the others as it's on the corner. It had a nicely level spot on a gravel drive for my 21 ft travel trailer. Part of the pull in is a bit uphill, but at the top it's perfect for the smaller trailer like mine plus my Ford Explorer.  I'm a 63 yo woman and had no issues hooking up.  As I pulled out I stopped at the store to say goodbye. I realized I forgot to grab my garbage bag (left it sitting near the picnic table). She said don't worry about it I'll have the guys grab it for you. Nice woman! The entire camp is beautifully wooded and it's a remote area. Nearest town for groceries is 30 mins, but it was on my way to Allegheny State Park and Kinzua dam, so not a bad drive. Going to come back next year!

  • t
    Camper-submitted photo from Red Oak Campground
    Nov. 26, 2023

    Red Oak Campground

    Very relaxing and secluded

    I wanted to have a solo get away with the new travel trailer, and this place was exactly what I was looking for.  I booked a site during the off season, so I had the entire area to myself.  Very friendly staff.

  • Ashley F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Mitchell Lake Campgrounds
    Oct. 27, 2023

    Mitchell Lake Campgrounds

    Mitchell Lake Campgrounds

    Ashley here with The Dyrt. We're happy to have this property on our platform. Check them out and come back here to leave them some love.

  • Ashley F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Snug Harbor Retreat
    Oct. 12, 2023

    Snug Harbor Retreat

    New Listing

    Ashley here with The Dyrt - we're happy to welcome this listing to our site. Check them out and come back to leave a review.

  • Ian B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hearts Content Recreation Area
    Sep. 3, 2023

    Hearts Content Recreation Area

    Good for young kids and new campers

    Camping during Labor Day holiday weekend. Like most have said there is some connection but limited at least for Verizon. Taking my three oldest boys camping 8, 6 and 5. So far it has been enjoyable. The camp host seamed pretty nice. Not a lot of privacy was a bit of a downer but better than many I’ve stayed at.



Guide to North East

Camping with your furry friends near North East, Pennsylvania, offers a delightful experience with plenty of pet-friendly options. Here are some great campgrounds where you and your pets can enjoy the great outdoors together.

Dog owners appreciate spacious sites and amenities

  • At Sara's Campground, you'll find clean campsites equipped with picnic tables and fire rings, perfect for a cozy evening with your pet.
  • Lampe Marina Campground features large paved spots and easy access to the pier, making it a great spot for dog owners who enjoy fishing.
  • Erie KOA offers a friendly atmosphere with wide-open spaces and clean facilities, ensuring a comfortable stay for both you and your dog.

Dog-friendly activities while camping near North East

  • Enjoy a fun-filled day at Waldameer Water World, located near Sara's Campground, where kids and pets can have a blast together.
  • Take your dog for a stroll along the beautiful beaches of Lake Erie, just a short walk from Lampe Marina Campground.
  • At Sparrow Pond Family Campground, you can enjoy various activities, including fishing and hiking, all while your pet enjoys the fresh air.

Tips for camping with dogs near North East

  • Ensure your pet is comfortable by bringing their favorite bedding and toys to West Haven RV Park and Campground, which offers spacious sites and a welcoming environment.
  • Keep your dog hydrated and cool during warm days at Chautauqua Lake KOA, where you can find plenty of shaded areas.
  • Always clean up after your pet to maintain the campground's cleanliness, especially at Family Affair, which has a mix of permanent and rental sites.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near North East, PA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near North East, PA is Sara's Campground with a 4.2-star rating from 16 reviews.

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