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Dog-friendly camping near Oakmont ranges from developed sites with water and electric hookups to free pet-friendly campgrounds along the Youghiogheny River. Mountain Top Campground provides water and electric hookups with ample space for pets to enjoy the outdoors. Sites are well-spaced with grassy areas ideal for dogs, and the campground's ridge-top location offers scenic walking opportunities. The campground accommodates tents, RVs, and cabins, with electric sites that include 30 and 50-amp service. Campers note that while there are no designated dog parks, the large central open field serves as an excellent area for pets to exercise. Full hookup sites are being developed, though currently only water and electric connections are available with grey water disposal options at most sites.
Dravo's Landing Campground offers free pet-friendly camping along the Youghiogheny River with access from the Allegheny Gap trail. The campground features lean-to shelters, fire pits, and picnic tables in a natural setting. Pets should be kept secured as local wildlife, particularly raccoons, are active in the area. Crooked Creek Lake provides another pet-friendly option with electric hookups and flush toilets, though sites are situated close together with little vegetation between them. The small beach area and lake access points give dogs opportunities to cool off during warmer months. Bush Recreation Area offers additional options with hot showers and running toilets, though the water is unfiltered and sites are typically sloped.
"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"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 $22 - $128 / night
Check Availability"The campground was family and pet friendly on the hillside section. For the whole family enjoy."
"I camped in the Hillside Loop (Dog Friendly). Not a bad walk to the lake. Site was reasonable leave and plenty of room for my 32 foot Motor home and car."
from $22 - $130 / 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!)"
"They have a pool, fishing pond and a cloud pillow with the playground next to it along with two small dog play areas.Every week they organizes different themes for bingo, and other games."
"The sites are pretty close together and we couldn’t use our fire ring because it ended up being very close to our rig."
"It’s very military positive, even includes a reserved place for the fallen soldiers. Some sites are a bit close, the pull through sites are very ample. Gravel roads and level sites."
"Tent site was nice and conveniently located next to the bathhouse"
from $50 / night
Check Availability"This camp was laid out very well and had plenty of maps and trails, as well as daily activities. They have a small amphitheater with easy access, a dump and recycling area."
"Aside from the rock water slide, which is burned into the kid's memories, there's great, easy hiking trails and a pet-friendly campsite."
from $24 - $80 / night
Check Availability"This is a small campground next to Crooked Creek Lake. The lake is manmade and maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers. There is a small beach and picnic tables."
"Nice small, quiet campground near Crooked Creek. Affordable as well. Love the lake, there is even a little beach for the family. Definitely worth a visit."
from $15 - $35 / night
Check Availability"We rented space 16 late August 2020 and our friends (and their kids) rented #17 on the inner circle, right next to us with the playground right behind us. Great spots!"
"This is a nice, quiet small campground with a small lake. Our grandchildren loved it. The boat launch is a nice size to fit 2 boats at a time. The only problem is the beach is not that great."
from $25 - $50 / night
Check Availability"They have an Olympic sized swimming pool, nature trails, playground, basketball court, recreation hall and walking distance to harmony and all the live music and nightlife that Harmony and Zelienople have"
"Reason for mark down is due to the trains that came through in the night and it must’ve been trash day in Harmony as we heard dumpster being banged around in the early hours of the morning."
from $30 - $55 / 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.
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)
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.
GuideStayed 3 nights because I wanted to be centrally located to the he Flight 93 Memorial and Falling Water (about 30 miles to each). The non pet section is heavily wooded and very shady. The pet section is more of a loop set up with some trees. The no pet section had no, zero, zilch cell service so my stay was super quiet. Site 173 was easy to back into and had a large picnic area with a fire ring next to the brook. There is a lake with a small beach and a boat launch and numerous hiking trails. The park will s very nice pretty and during the week fairly empty. I would recommend
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!).
RangerThere 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. We drove through the other one and it looks so much nicer. Campsites more spread out with trees in between and way quieter. Will definitely stay there if we return.
Campgrounds near Oakmont provide varied terrain from mountain-top views to riverside camping alongside the Youghiogheny River. Most sites open from late spring through fall, with average summer temperatures reaching 85°F and frequent afternoon thunderstorms. Winter campers should note that many water facilities close when temperatures drop below freezing, though several campgrounds remain open year-round.
Fishing at Bush Recreation Area: Located on Loyalhanna Creek with boat dock access for shore fishing. "There's a nice size boat launch to fit 2 boats at a time. It's a great place to fish and swim and just relax," notes AnnaMarie S.
Hiking at Raccoon Creek State Park: Features over 40 miles of trails including the Palomino Loop. "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," shares Jay R.
Biking the Allegheny Gap trail: Access directly from multiple campsites. "We loved being able to access the GAP trail right from the campground. We were there in November with plans to visit Fallingwater. This campground was the perfect location for both activities!" reports a camper at Ohiopyle.
Water activities at Keystone State Park Campground: Features a designated swimming area on the lake with boat rentals available. "The lake is great for fishing with plenty of hiking trails. There's plenty to do in surrounding areas from Ft Ligonier to the shops in the town," writes Luke K.
Natural water slides: Sliding Rock near Ohiopyle provides a unique summer activity. "Wear sturdy shorts and shirt…I'd also recommend solid footwear…it's fun but it is still rock," advises one visitor.
Mountain views at Mountain Top Campground: Situated atop a mountain with panoramic vistas. "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," describes Jennifer H.
Quiet settings at Smith Grove: Family-run park known for tranquility. "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," notes Deborah P.
Beach access at multiple locations: Several campgrounds offer swimming opportunities. "A great little beach area to lay out and enjoy the sun. The hiking trails are in excellent condition and the park keeps them clear of fallen debris," shares Jim L. about Raccoon Creek.
Road access challenges: Some campgrounds have difficult access roads. "The roads get narrow so if in an RV call them for the easiest way in. If you are Overlanding like us just follow the map," advises Corey L. at Mountain Top Campground.
Limited amenities at Dravo's Landing Campground: Basic facilities but free camping. "Free bike-in camp site with water access along the Youghiogheny River. Access from the Allegheny Gap trail. There were a few shelters, nice campsite," reports lauren C.
Seasonal considerations: Many facilities have limited operations outside summer. "We stayed early in the season so many of the amenities were not open yet. We did watch kids fishing and pulling fish out as soon as they put their line in!" notes one camper.
Wildlife awareness: Secure food properly at night. "Just be sure to secure your food overnight - if you don't, the raccoons will make quick work of it!" warns Sarah Q. about Dravo's Landing.
Playground access: Look for sites near play areas. "We rented space 16 late August 2020 and our friends (and their kids) rented #17 on the inner circle, right next to us with the playground right behind us. Great spots! Our kids were within easy eye and earshot of the playground," shares Tim J. about Bush Recreation Area.
Swimming options for children: Several dog friendly campgrounds near Oakmont offer kid-friendly water access. "We've stayed here multiple times throughout several summers. The lake is great for fishing with plenty of hiking trails," notes a visitor to Keystone State Park.
Activity planning: Fox Den Acres Campground offers organized events. "They provide activities almost every evening, making sure everything age range is catered to throughout the week. There's a predictably overpriced store where you can buy since essentials, and a few luxuries," explains Heather H.
Camping introduction spots: "This is a nice, quiet small campground with a small lake. Our grandchildren loved it," reports AnnaMarie S. about Bush Recreation Area, making it ideal for first-time young campers.
Site selection strategy: Check for level sites. "Sites 41-48 are the best view at sunset. I had a full hookup site. Spacing between spots was not cramped at all," advises john H. at Mountain Top Campground.
Space considerations: Some pet friendly campgrounds near Oakmont have tight spacing. "Close together spaces with no foliage in between. Tough to get our 36' fifth wheel in. Don't pass the drive coming in. We had to drive few miles to get looped back," cautions Keith about Crooked Creek Lake.
Hookup options: "We had 30A electric and fresh water (no sewer). Our picnic table was (nearly) brand new composite material and easy to move around," notes Tim J. about Bush Recreation Area.
Road conditions to sites: "This campground is not bad but is not great there is running toilets and hot showers but not very well maintained if you have a large trailer may run to some problems most of the sites are sloped and the water is not filtered," warns imane about Bush Recreation Area.
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