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Raccoon Creek State Park Campground includes pet-friendly sites across dedicated camping loops where leashed dogs are welcome. The park's pet policy allows dogs at tent sites, RV spots with electric hookups, and in select cabins. Both the D and F loops specifically accommodate campers with pets, offering wooded sites with convenient access to water spigots and clean restrooms. Sites in the pet-friendly F loop provide private, shaded spots well-suited for summer camping. The F loop has some sunny areas, so site selection matters for shade coverage. Restroom facilities throughout the campground include showers and are well-maintained, although some visitors note the bathhouses are older but functional. Raccoon Creek's hiking trails connect directly to some camping loops, providing excellent options for walking dogs.
Hiking trails throughout Raccoon Creek State Park offer excellent opportunities for exercising pets on leash, with the Wetlands trail particularly notable for wildlife viewing including beaver sightings. The park features a 60-acre lake with swimming areas and kayak rentals, though pets are restricted from the beach area. Washington-Pittsburgh SW KOA and Whispering Pines Family Campground offer additional pet-friendly alternatives near Oakdale, both with cabin options and full hookups for RVs. The area experiences seasonal wildlife activity, and campers frequently encounter raccoons, deer, and turkeys throughout the grounds. Park rangers regularly patrol the campgrounds, enforcing quiet hours and pet policies. Campers traveling with pets should note that some nearby attractions like the wildflower reserve may have restrictions, and weather conditions vary significantly with Pittsburgh's seasonal climate.
"While most of the campgrounds in the park are no pets- there are 2 loops that allow your furry companions! Loop F includes electric spots!"
"There's a trail right to the beach near the D loop, so it's a great place for families to go with pets. The sites are big, wooded, and all close to the bathroom."
from $18 - $128 / night
Check Availability"Very conveniently located off the interstate. Follow the signs to the campground NOT the GPS in order to avoid some narrow and sharp turn roads. Staff were super friendly!"
"Easy highway access great for overnight travel"
"Pets are welcome. Facilities are older but well kept. Bathhouse is heated with showers that have a fiberglass tub surround, not concrete. Nice hiking trails that connect through the campground. "
"There are trails and fishing so plenty to do. Fairly sparse in April but a lot of people still driving and walking by. Alcohol prohibited"
from $28 - $40 / night
Check Availability"Access from the Allegheny Gap trail. There were a few shelters, nice campsite. It’s close to an old cemetery which is useful in telling ghosts stories around the campfire"
"This campsite is a nice reward for west-bound riders on the GAP trail (it's the last one before Pittsburgh!)"
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- 6 electric sites
- 44 non-electric sites
- Dump station
- No showers; no flush toilets
- Pets"
"Site was fairly clean, but be sure to move the pine tree duff away from the fire pits to be safe. "
from $23 - $50 / night
Check Availability"gravel lots with wood boarders lots of grass on each site as well
full verizon coverage lte
30 + 50amp services
grey water dump on most sites
water
open year round
cons
no kids park
no dog"
"We recently stayed at this campsite with our 3 very young kids and dog. What amazing views from this location!"
from $48 / night
Check Availability"Wonderful hosts, well maintained, large sites, close to the highway but no road noise. Giant pool opened in the summer. Highly recommended."
"Very well kept, completely free 1st come campground just outside the very small town of Bloomingdale, OH. Pit toilets and no source of safe, clean water anymore."
"The campground is situated near shooting ranges so the gunfire lasts late into the evening and begins early in the morning disrupting the serenity a bit. The best part - it's free!"
"Adjacent to the lake. Multiple amenities close by. Plenty of activities for the family. Great family owned campground."
"Kart friendly and great spots all along the main strip, lake side and creek side."
from $70 - $250 / night
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TravelerOverLl great campground. The sites are a little close together but we still enjoyed our time there. Staff is super friendly and there was plenty for the kids to do, pool, arcade, fishing, and playground. Decent size dog park to let your dogs run and decent trails nearby.
GuideSites are super big and is a great family owned campground! Super close to a local ice cream shop and has a great dog park and is fully paved. Large fishing area and Camp store! I love that you can use Campers App at this campground and I love getting the Notifications when I camping there!
ScoutGood location for outdoor and city experiences, along with a relaxing getaway. Workers and permanent campers are very friendly with all the amenities necessary on site, including nice dog park. A small campground that didn’t have many kids for ours to play with during our visit. In addition, hill keeps permanent campers separate from temporary campers.
TravelerWhile most of the campgrounds in the park are no pets- there are 2 loops that allow your furry companions! Loop F includes electric spots! Loved seeing the 'neighbors' dogs get excited and curious when I walked my 4-legged best friend around the site. Clean area , close to a modern bathroom (a few stalls & even 2 showers!) Looking forward to going back at the end of the month.
ScoutVery conveniently located off the interstate. Follow the signs to the campground NOT the GPS in order to avoid some narrow and sharp turn roads. Staff were super friendly! Front desk staff were knowledgeable and and helpful. We had some issues with our power, and Larry was at our site within minutes to fix it. Big open dog park! There are only a few shaded spots. Spot width was a little narrow where we stayed (on the hill), but perfect for a quick overnight stay. Bathrooms were fairly clean, laundry was nice. The pool looked very well maintained.
Scoutnice campsite the closest to Pittsburg that i found. 35 mins
pros
amazing views at this mountain top campsite
45 per night for me ymmv
clean campgrounds
level gravel lots with wood boarders
lots of grass on each site as well
full verizon coverage lte
30 + 50amp services
grey water dump on most sites
water
open year round
cons
no kids park
no dog park
no cable hookups
moderate wi-fi (to be expected)
no black sewer hookup (does have dump station and honey wagon)
TravelerIn the past 5 years, I've made 13 trips to Raccoon Creek State Park and spent 16 nights in a tent there. It is my local state park and I can tell you lots about it.
The D loop is really great tent camping at Raccoon Creek State Park. It's tents only, no RVs. So it gets a really fun, party vibe on Saturday nights during the summer. There's a trail right to the beach near the D loop, so it's a great place for families to go with pets. The sites are big, wooded, and all close to the bathroom.
The C loop, however, doesn't take pets (which stinks). When we have our dogs with us, we gravitate towards the C loop. It's fine, but it's not as fun as the D loop.
When we don't make a reservation and we have our dog, we end up in the F loop. It's not our preference (but--let's be clear--even the worst site in the F loop is better than NO trip!).
TravelerI started camping at Raccoon back in the 60's as a little person with my family. Hadn't been for several decades, but finally got back with my husband and cats the past couple of years. Great park ony a 1/2 hour outside of Pittsburgh. The campground has something for everyone - RV sites with electric (although I wouldn't recommend bringing your 40' rig...sites can be a tad on the smaller side) or secluded sites just for tenting. Restrooms are clean and well maintained. Two loops allow pets F and B, but only some sites in F have electric, so be sure to check if that is what you need. There are many hiking trails that are not too strenuous or you can take a 10 mile trip around the lake. Lots of birds for viewing, particularly near the beach. You can put in your kayak or fish on the shore at the fairly large lake. Boats do require a launch pass which you can obtain from the park office. And don't miss the Wildflower Preserve if you are there in May or late summer! Great place to take the family and relax in nature!
RangerLong holiday weekend trip. Love this park. Designated pet areas, flush toilets and shower house available. Plenty of trails.
Campsites around Oakdale sit along the undulating hills west of Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania's Allegheny Plateau. The region transitions between deciduous forests and river valleys, creating distinct camping microclimates throughout the year. Winter temperatures often drop below freezing, while summer camping brings humidity alongside temperatures ranging from 70-85°F, with frequent evening thunderstorms from June through August.
Trail hiking beyond the main loops: At Tomlinson Run State Park Campground, trails offer more than standard exercise paths. "Beautiful campground, quiet, not to crowded... Hiking trails are very well kept," notes Darrel and Mary W., while Jay R. describes specific seasonal experiences: "Got out for a couple hours hiking in the snow. It was great. Just what we needed to stretch the legs and enjoy some family time. We did the Palomino Loop."
Fishing in secluded spots: Rich E. recommends Beaver Creek State Park Campground for "near good fishing lake and hiking trail," while Aaron B. shares specific fishing locations: "Had some luck fishing at the Canoe/Kayak area in the South East area of the park close to the Group Camp Sites."
Water activities beyond swimming beaches: Austin Lake RV Park offers diverse water recreation options. "Lake and scenery was beautiful! Very clean and friendly help! Very kid oriented!" writes Shawn L. Tom S. elaborates: "Tons of stuff to do with the kids. They loved the lake and everything there was to do on it. Kayaks, paddle boards, jumps, slides."
Private, wooded tent sites: Alice M. from Raccoon Creek State Park Campground emphasizes: "I enjoyed my stay at this park. We had a tent site for the weekend. It was a beautiful area and I really enjoyed exploring." Mariana N. shares a specific first-time experience: "I had the most wonderful time on my first tent camping at Racoon Creek. We made a fire, hiked by the moonlight and swam at the warm lake at night."
Stunning elevated views: Mountain Top Campground lives up to its name with exceptional vistas. Jennifer H. describes: "You come up a winding road and emerge atop the mountain. It's cute. Wide open grass land with sites around the perimeter. Half a dozen of them (premium) are at the edge and have a nice view to the hills beyond." Corey L. adds: "You are on top of a mountain with great views. The spots are well spaced out and it is family owned."
Free camping options: For budget-conscious campers seeking dog friendly campgrounds near Oakdale, Hidden Hollow Campground provides no-cost sites. Justin T. explains: "It is a very well maintenance campsite most have fire pits a lot of level ground for tent camping pull in parking spots for RVs and campers a bathroom on site and two different trails to hike fishing minutes away... can't beat it for FREE."
Seasonal weather impacts: At Raccoon Creek State Park Campground, seasonal considerations affect camping experiences. Sienna L. notes: "This campground is great for a little getaway. Most sites are spacious! Only downside is you can hear the airport. Not a huge deal though!"
Limited cell service: Many campgrounds near Oakdale have minimal connectivity. At Austin Lake RV Park & Cabins, Mathew H. warns: "No phone service at all, no matter the carrier. Be advised it will seem a little sketchy getting in. The road dead-ends into the campground and it is all downhill getting there."
Additional activity costs: Terra B. cautions about Austin Lake: "Austin lake offers plenty of fun with the lake. Kayaking, inflatables, beach, but almost anything you want to do will cost you an additional charge. Need to use the bathhouse? Better take quarters....bc the showers are coin opperated."
Noise considerations: Various campgrounds have different sound factors. Owen I. mentions: "Super loud PA system throughout the whole park that wakes you up at 8am every morning like you are in prison!" At Fernwood State Forest, one camper notes: "Gun range 5 mins away or so... you can hear gunshots all day until 11pm."
Playground access and location: At Beaver Creek State Park Campground, Matt H. shares: "We got a site near the playground, which my 3 year old enjoyed. The campground wasn't busy and we had a lot of privacy." Consider site selection based on proximity to facilities your children will use.
Water activities for different ages: Austin Lake caters specifically to families with varied water features. Tom S. describes: "Tons of stuff to do with the kids. They loved the lake and everything there was to do on it. Kayaks, paddle boards, jumps, slides."
Pet-friendly loops for family dogs: When camping with pets near Oakdale, Jim L. from Raccoon Creek recommends: "This is my go to spot for camping when I have to just get away from it all. It's close to home plus it is a great place to take the dog out to swim and chase geese and ducks."
Night sounds and wildlife viewing: Matt H. from Beaver Creek State Park shares this special family experience: "The sky was dark enough to see far more stars than you'd see near any larger towns or cities. To cap it off, we laid in our tent dozing off to the sounds of owls and coyotes!"
Site leveling challenges: At Washington-Pittsburgh SW KOA, Kevin D. advises: "A dozen or so of the sites are not level, not only that but they are narrow and where you sit is a slope making it very uncomfortable. This is overpriced for that simple issue, I guess ok for an overnight stay."
Terrain and road access: The terrain around Oakdale creates challenging access for larger rigs. Mathew H. shares specific details: "Be advised it will seem a little sketchy getting in. The road dead-ends into the campground and it is all downhill getting there. Our rig is 39' & 16K. 4wd low helps, not cause you need 4wd just for the lower gears."
RV site privacy: At Mountain Top Campground, Dave appreciates: "The sites are pretty spread out and spacious, so you have pretty decent privacy (if you keep your shades down!)." James B. details the amenities: "Level gravel lots with wood boarders, lots of grass on each site as well, 30 + 50amp services, grey water dump on most sites."
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