Best Tent Camping near Ohiopyle, PA
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Best Tent Sites Near Ohiopyle, Pennsylvania (19)
2. Big Run State Park Campground
6 Reviews•9 Photos•85 SavesBloomington, Maryland- Pets
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$10 - $55 / night
3. Indian Creek Camplands Inc
1 Review•2 Photos•20 SavesNormalville, Pennsylvania- Pets
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4. Round Bottom Camping Area at Slush Run
1 Review•11 Photos•40 SavesPerryopolis, Pennsylvania- Fires
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5. Rhododendron Camping Area
2 Reviews•4 Photos•30 SavesDellslow, West VirginiaNamed after the state’s official flower, Rhododendron Campground offers 25 primitive campsites that each have a picnic table and fire pit. There is a central bathroom with flushing toilets and running water available for campground guests. The campground is open to only tent/hammock camping. Pets are permitted, so long as your furry friends are kept on a leash. The campgrounds are spring through fall, weather permitting. Campsites may be reserved anytime online, by phone, or at the campground office. Reservations may be made for no less than two consecutive nights on weekends (Friday and Saturday) or one-night Sunday through Thursday. There is a 14-night maximum stay.
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$25 - $35 / night
6. Roundbottom Hiker-Biker Campground (GAP Trail)
1 Review•6 Photos•33 SavesPerryopolis, PennsylvaniaThis quiet hiker-biker campground is nestled along a bend in the Youghiogheny River and has room for over 100 tents. It features three Adirondack-type shelters (two for parties of six people, and one solo unit), two fire rings (with free firewood available), a pair of grills, and two picnic tables. There is a composting toilet on site and a well with non-potable water. River access offers secluded spots for fishing and birdwatching. Lovely Slush Run tumbles off the hillside and winds through the campground.
Visitor Information Overnighting at Roundbottom Hiker-Biker Campground is free and first-come, first-served; no reservations are required or accepted.
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7. Maple Festival Park (near GAP Trail)
2 Reviews•7 Photos•4 SavesMeyersdale, PennsylvaniaOvernight Tent Camping (tent & hammock camping only - no campers or RVs) Camping is one of the best ways to experience the great outdoors. Whether you’re by yourself, with friends or family, the basic sites at Maple Festival Park offer a convenient place to pitch a tent. A Tent Camping Site is $20 per site and offers space for one tent (up to four people) or hammock, restrooms with showers, WiFi, fire pits and firewood.*
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$20 / night
8. Laurel Highlands Hemp Cannabis Farm
1 Review•6 Photos•28 SavesBelle Vernon, PennsylvaniaYou will be camping on top of our hill that overlooks the town, river, mountains and cannabis field. There is a tent that can be used, fire pit and wood.
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$100 - $150 / night
9. Possum Tail Farm Camp
1 Review•5 Photos•10 SavesTerra Alta, West VirginiaThis a traditional site in the heart of the farm next to a small pond with picnic table and fire pit. It is a sloping wooded space, with flat spots to comfortably accommodate 2-3 tents. There are multiple trees perfect for hanging your hammock in the shade. The compost toilet, about 50ft away, is shared with another campsite. Parking is on a gravel lane adjacent to the site. Potable water(from a frost-free hydrant) is available about 80ft from the site. The pond is only for viewing, no swimming or fishing, please. We have nesting birds occasionally and we expect their habitat to be respected. We are 3 miles from Terra Alta, a rural town with a locally owned restaurant and a local craft beer brewery featuring an exciting rotating cast of food trucks. We are 20 minutes from Swallow Falls State Park(MD), featuring Muddy Creek Falls, awesome river swimming and gorgeous hiking in an old growth Hemlock forest. We are also 20 minutes from Herrington Manor State Park(MD) were there is a lake for swimming, fishing, and canoeing. Cathedral State Park(WV) a virgin Hemlock forest with 400 year old trees about 45 minutes away. Deep Creek Lake(MD) is 40 minutes away and offers motor boat rentals, Golf, Skiing and swimming. There is skiing, hiking, biking, tubing, rafting, kayaking and much more to explore withing 40 minutes of our farm. The best white water rafting on the east coast is 20-40 minutes away. We welcome campers of all kinds! We began operating our 150 acre farm in 2011 and became the first Certified Naturally Grown Livestock farm in West Virginia in 2013. We raise 100% grass-fed beef, Western and Chinese medicinal herbs. Our family garden supplies more than half of our vegetables and our favorite berries, and our flock of chickens supply eggs and an early morning wake-up call for our campers! There are no GMO's, pesticides, herbicides or fungicides used on our farm. Farm products are available for purchase on-site. Campers can choose to to have a farm to table meal cooked for them as an extra at checkout. We prepare most of our food from scratch using local produce, meat and bulk organic dry goods. We occasionally make yogurts, noodles, simple cheeses, and fermented foods.
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$55 / night
10. Dravo's Landing Campground
3 Reviews•15 Photos•101 SavesSutersville, PennsylvaniaOne camping area with room for 25-30 tents. Convenient camping for cycling trips along the Great Allegheny Passage!
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Recent Tent Reviews near Ohiopyle, Pennsylvania
614 Reviews of 19 Ohiopyle Campgrounds
Kevin C.
Ranger
Yough Lake Campground at Tub Run
Nice place to stay near Ohiopyle
My wife and I tent camped here for a weekend to go rafting. The whole campground sits in kind of a valley along a creek running into the reservoir. It's kind of spread out but seemed nice. Our tent sites were very nice sitting on raised mounds so you would stay fairly dry if it rained. It looks like it may have been a state park at one time, judging by the layout and bathrooms. Not a bad camp at all.
Indy A.
Traveler
Donegal Campground
Small and close to the road
Campground owners were very nice and helpful. We went there for tent camping and were directed to the very top part of the property. The tent sites are in a large open field with sites around the perimeter of the field.
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.
The campground is pet friendly, even for our bully breed, whom is a gentle giant. That was one kf the reasons that we chose this campground.
- DDenise P.Traveler
Kentuck Campground — Ohiopyle State Park
Great area
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.
not S.Ranger
Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Mill Run
Kid Heaven
We stayed in a Ranger Smith Cabin in the upper campground. I give this 3 stars because I'm a state park camper at heart: I prefer more room between sites, more relaxation and nature when camping. But your kids will love it here: two pools, splashgrounds, fire truck rides, arcades, meeting Yogi and friends, nightly movies...the list goes on. Be prepared for an endless parade of golf carts during your stay. We were underwhelmed by the expensive cabin as it had dorm room furniture and uncomfortable beds. The walk-in tent sites were in a hilly area without pavilions, but reservable tent sites in the lower campground had pavilions and more level ground. This is a great base camp for exploring area attractions in the Laurel Highlands such as Idlewild, Fort Necessity and the beautiful Ohiopyle State Park. If you go to Idlewild, then stop by Gino's pizza in Ligonier; order the sampler pizza (includes pierogi, taco, white and margherita)--you won't be disappointed.
Elena J.
Scout
Scarlett Knob Campground
beautiful but needs work
This campground is very nice for tent camping and roof top tent camping. There’s a fishing pond and a huge rec field. Some camp sites have more privacy than others. The only thing that I was unimpressed with was the bathrooms/showers. I felt dirtier after showering ..
Brandon O.Scout
Kooser State Park Campground — Kooser State Park
Tent sites are nicely secluded
I love this park, and for tent camping, I think this is one of the best. Their tent camping sites are a very good distance from other sites, so you feel much more secluded. Nothing bothers me more than when I have to set up my tent 15 feet away from someone else's that I don't even know. This park does not jam you in like others do, they give you the space you need to enjoy it the best way possible. Love this place!
Mark S.Traveler
Tygart Lake State Park Campground
Tent Camping
Tent camping is congested on hilly sites. FACILITIES ARE GREAT! Clean.
- Timothy M.Traveler
Quemahoning Family Recreation Area
Swimming, fishing, biking, hiking
On the lake. Good private tent sites in the woods.Rv sites too.
- Joanne H.
Guide
Fox Den Acres Campground
Awesome
Awesome owners,quiet place to relax. Tent site was nice and conveniently located next to the bathhouse
- AAbra L.Traveler
Big Bear Lake Camplands
Great place for quiet and fun. Place you can find community and solitude.
Privately owned. Golf carts for rent. Fabulous mtb trail network - worth paying for a pass to ride. Beautiful tent camping...mossy but not too buggy. Bring your own toilet paper.
Bradley B.GuideScarlett Knob Campground
You get what you pay for
We spent a couple nights here tent camping.
Pros: It’s very cheap and rustic. The sites are pretty spread out and full of trees. So for tent camping it is fantastic. Each site feels very private and the atmosphere is great. The store is quirky and cool and the staff were very pleasant.
Cons:
Facilities are not kept up so they are dirty and need some love. 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. Also there is no hand soap in any bathroom (so b.y.o.s)
Overall it’s great if you know you are roughing it with some luxuries. We really enjoyed are stay.
- Indy A.Traveler
Tall Oaks Campground
Private mini getaway
There are a LOT of sites to choose from. They offer tent sites, van life/electric sites, RV sites, pavilions and even field sites for huge groups (75 people). The stargazing opportunities are amazing here. We stayed in a tent site and they accommodate up to 10 people, so they are very large. Our site was secluded enough to have privacy, which is what our goal was.
The owners are very friendly and personable. The campground is dog friendl, which is always a plus. They just added a disc golf course to the campground as well.
We are already planning another trip back!
Erin W.Ranger
Rocky Gap State Park Campground
Nice getaway location
Semi private & large tent sites. Medium size beach and dock to launch kayaks at. Fish weren’t biting for us this weekend!
- LLauraTraveler
Laurel Hill State Park Campground
Forested State Park in the Laurel Highlands
August 2020 Stay
We camped for 1 night. We chose site 102 because it looked decent in the picture and seemed a little apart and more private than other areas. Unfortunately, it was not great for tent camping as there wasn't really a spot to set up our 4-person tent. We squeezed it in by the fire pit, but if we had wanted to use the fire pit it would have been a fire hazard. Elsewhere in the site it was rocky or uneven ground.
Looking around the rest of the campground, the loop up near the cabins was a typical RV area with sites lined up with little privacy in between. I would look at the other loops for our next tent-camping visit.
We were hoping to do some hiking in the morning but got rained out. However the trails looked nice and we hope to be back soon.
John C.ScoutYough Lake Campground at Tub Run
Primarily RV camping
Caters mostly to RVs & people with boats. The walk-to tent sites are mostly in an open grass field with some trees for shade but clear visibility to adjacent sites. Site 9A is a pleasant tent site with a bit more privacy & located along the creek. It is connected to 10A by a short little path & separated from 8A by a small grassy area. Thick vegetation around 9A & 10A with dense poison ivy encroaching on both camp sites. Seemed to be a periodic sewer gas smell, maybe from septic outfall or the RV dump station a little ways off. Camp store & staff were nice. Bathrooms were fine. Easy access to the lake & nearby marina.
- Dale O.Traveler
Kentuck Campground — Ohiopyle State Park
Very nice campground
I stayed in a tent site, but had friends that brought their 5th wheel camper. I had my son and nephew with and we all had a great time at both sites. I will definitely be back.
- Dena L.Scout
Fox Den Acres Campground
Review for tent campers
Mostly an RV campground, but several tent sites. Each site was very spacious and well shaded. Fire ring and table at each sight. Restroom were a short walk away. Firewood available for purchase. I would stay again.
- KKathryn G.Scout
Swallow Falls State Park Campground
Great camping near falls
Clean, beautiful and quiet (occasional barking dog or children playing loudly). The basic tent sites each have a picnic table, fire pit w/ grill, and lantern post. The trails to the beautiful falls are a short walk from the campgrounds.
- MMatthew D.Traveler
Laurel Hill State Park Campground
A Pretty Typical Pennsylvania State Park Campground
The pet loop mixes tent camping with RVs, which isn't our preference. The sites are arranged around a big field, which means many of them have no trees or shade. If you planned to hang a hammock at some of these sites, you would be in trouble.
But it's a good park. They've got firewood at the contact station.
- MMatt R.Traveler
Kooser State Park Campground — Kooser State Park
Park super small, some great sites hidden among some junk
My son and I tent camped here in July to escape the head down in Pittsburgh. Sits up high in the mountains close to 3000ft elevation. Park and campground are very small and almost desolate during the week. There is a main road nearby and you hear industrial trucks rolling by constantly. There are some great private tent only wooded sites that sit above the main park of the campground so you really feel secluded.
- Dusty R.Traveler
Tygart Lake State Park Campground
Nice Campground with Lake Access
My girlfriend and I stayed at tent site 21 July 26th and 27th and was a good experience overall. We both agreed that we will only camp there if this particular site is open though. It is the tent site with the most privacy and it is the only one on that side of the road which made it nice. Along with the privacy it is also was right beside a trail that went directly to the lake but it is about 200 yards downhill. We took our kayaks along but opted to drive to the boat launch instead of carrying our kayaks down the trail. It is an option though. The park staff was very friendly and the bath house was pretty clean. Our only complaint is that some of the other campers where throwing food in the woods which attracted raccoons but that isn't the campgrounds fault.
Jonathan B.TravelerKooser State Park Campground — Kooser State Park
Small but fun
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. There is a central bathroom with showers, flush toilets and a sink to wash your dishes.
- CCandyTraveler
Tall Oaks Campground
Spacious and Quiet
Very large tent site and surrounded by woods. Not close to your neighbor like most campgrounds. Peaceful! Van Life sites are tucked away in the woods for privacy. Open fields for large groups. A great place to relax and disconnect from the everyday hectic schedules, phones, computers, etc. It's close to many outdoor activities and historical places.
Simon S.Ranger
Deep Creek Lake State Park Campground
Deep Creek Lake is beautiful
Camp site(Tent camping)
Camp site was pretty small and close to each other. The forest where the camp site was situated was beautiful. We were lucky enough to witness a spectacular light show put up by thousands of fireflies at night.
It is Maryland so watch out for poison ivy when walking through bushes.
Facilities/ Amenities
Bathrooms were clean.
Surrounding area
Walking distance to the huge beach / lake. The area was overcrowded but maintained well and clean.
- Ian B.Guide
Camp Sherwin
Great for small family or camper
Plenty to do with it’s ups and downs. Has a pool but it isn’t the cleanest and with small children you have to be within arms reach of them. Fine for one not so much with two. For 37 dollars a night you have check in at 3 and have to be checked out by 12. 5 dollars per hour before or after those times. The saving grace to this place is the back primitive tent site and the private beach.
- Kevin E.Ranger
Kooser State Park Campground — Kooser State Park
Nice small campground
The campground is small but it is quiet and clean. Route 31 is nearby but it wasn’t all that noticeable. There was a nice playground area for kids and some nice overflow tent sites nearby. Several pull thru sites are available along with some nice sites near the creek. My only complaint is that many of the sites are not level at all and take some serious work to get your rig level. The campground is close to many places in the Laurel Highlands which makes it convenient. Firewood is available 24/7 for $5 a bundle.
- BBob W.Guide
Kentuck Campground — Ohiopyle State Park
Beautiful campground and plenty to do
We just recently visited this campground with our 25 foot trailer and had a wonderful time, in spite of the rain. We spent a week there in site 168, electric site with 50 Amp capable. Pretty much all sites here are in the shade. Big, tall trees. Great to keep your campsite cool, not good if you rely on solar power. The sites are large and separate, not really private but good space between. I have been in this campground in past years with a tent several times and it has been good each time. The site we were on was pretty level, as many trailer sites appear to be but some of the tent sites may be level challenged. The bathrooms and shower houses are pretty nice, clean and the hot water was free and no problem. There is no camp store but there is a firewood and ice concession at the entrance to the campground. The road in is quite hilly but manageable with a 25 foot trailer. We did see some larger rigs so with care you can navigate there.
Activities there range from plenty of hiking, whitewater, and Architecture (Falling Water, Kentuk Knob), The Flight 93 Memorial, Pittsburg. There is no close grocery store, at least none we found. The town of Ohiopyle has restaurants with good food. And there are a number of whitewater outfitters to do the rafting. I highly recommend this campground.
Guide to Ohiopyle
Tent camping near Ohiopyle, Pennsylvania, offers a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in nature while enjoying a variety of outdoor activities. With several well-reviewed campgrounds in the area, you'll find the perfect spot to pitch your tent and unwind.
Tent campers like these nearby activities
- Explore the scenic trails at Laurel Ridge State Park Campground, where you can hike along the legendary Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail and enjoy breathtaking overlooks.
- Experience the beauty of the Great Allegheny Passage by camping at Round Bottom Camping Area at Slush Run, which is perfect for those looking to hike or bike along this historic trail.
- Enjoy a unique camping experience at Possum Tail Farm Camp, located near a pond and just a short drive from Swallow Falls State Park, ideal for kayaking and fishing.
Discover these local attractions
- Visit the charming Maple Festival Park, where you can camp at Maple Festival Park (near GAP Trail) and enjoy the annual Maple Festival, celebrating the region's rich heritage.
- Take a short trip to Big Run State Park Campground, known for its peaceful primitive camping and proximity to the Savage River reservoir, perfect for canoeing and kayaking.
- Experience the vibrant atmosphere of the Laurel Highlands Hemp Cannabis Farm, where you can camp and participate in unique activities like yoga with goats while enjoying stunning mountain views.
Amenities that enhance your camping experience
- Camp at Rhododendron Camping Area, which features picnic tables, water hookups, and easy access to beautiful overlooks.
- Enjoy the rustic charm of Roundbottom Hiker-Biker Campground (GAP Trail), offering free camping with firepits and picnic tables, perfect for a cozy evening under the stars.
- Experience the unique offerings at Laurel Highlands Hemp Cannabis Farm, where you can enjoy amenities like drinking water, firewood, and a picnic area while surrounded by nature.
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