1 campground with availability this weekend
Beaver Creek State Park Campground offers specialized equestrian camping facilities located about an hour from Pittsburgh. The park maintains a dedicated equestrian campground on Sprucevale Road with 59 primitive sites that accommodate horses and riders. These non-electric sites include tie-ups for horses and vault latrines for campers. While 12 of these sites can be reserved in advance, the remaining sites operate on a first-come, first-served basis. The family campground area features 50 campsites with 6 electric sites and 44 non-electric options, plus a dump station and vault toilets. Many riders appreciate the park's clean facilities despite the primitive nature of the camping options.
The North Country National Scenic Trail runs through the park, providing excellent horseback riding opportunities directly from the campground. Riders can access multiple trail networks throughout the 2,722-acre park, with paths that follow alongside the beautiful Beaver Creek. The park's trail system offers varying terrain suitable for different riding skill levels. Horse owners should note that the park operates on limited well water, so bringing additional water for horses is recommended. The equestrian campground's location on Sprucevale Road keeps horse activities separate from the main family camping area on Leslie Road, allowing for a more focused equestrian experience. The park's rustic setting and minimal facilities create a peaceful environment for riders seeking to connect with their horses in nature.
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- 6 electric sites
- 44 non-electric sites
- Dump station
- No showers; no flush toilets
- Pets are permitted on all sites
Equestrian"
"We chose this park because it was the closest one we could find that was still open with electric this time of year to downtown Pittsburgh."
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Get a text when availablefrom $19 - $50 / night
"As I understand it, this park was created so that Pittsburghers would have a place to go sailing--so camping has never been its primary draw."
"It is right next to the bike trail and has access to the lake. I have enjoyed my time at Moraine and will enjoy it every time I visit."
"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!"
"This smaller campground has a mix of equestrian sites and tent/RV sites. There are no showers, but the vault toilets were cleaned thoroughly ever morning."
"Tucked away in southeastern Ohio is a gem of a park for camping, hiking and horse camping. Clean water, restrooms, playground, sand volleyball and basketball court."
Available this weekend
from $19 - $29 / night
ScoutThere’s no electricity and no where in walking distance and the internet isn’t great, and at night u hear raccoons in the trash cans. If you come here bring a portable phone charger. There’s really nothing here, and the bathrooms are disgusting
ScoutSimple site, gravel park pad, fire pit with swinging arm grill. Plenty of free firewood. Great place would stay again
GuideWhen you pull into Beaver Creek Family Campground you pretty much have two choices: either you go left into multiple Pine tree sites or right into two cabins and more RV friendly open sites. A few of the RV sites have electric, but no water for their tanks. I suggest the pine sites for any tent or hammock campers. I stayed in one of the first set of 3 pine sites numbered 43, 44, and 45. There is some brush and cover between these sites, but each has a pull in parking pad. If 45 was occupied with a RV, 44 would not be as nice as it was. Backing into 44 and 45 would be tricky as well. To be fair any larger RV that came in better know how to get through tight quarters.
The back area of each of those 3 sites looked best to get even ground for a tent. My buddy hung his hammock between the tree to the left of the picnic bench and to a tree back and left in the picture of site 44. Site was fairly clean, but be sure to move the pine tree duff away from the fire pits to be safe.
Probably the nicest pit toilets I have experienced and while we didn't use, it the sun shower building would give anyone privacy if they had packed a portable shower. Lots of trails to choose from and the pioneer village in the state park gives you many options to spend the day. Had some luck fishing at the Canoe/Kayak area in the South East area of the park close to the Group Camp Sites.
RangerPaved, free, self register, FF, pit toilet, cell service 3 bars. Only negative to some maybe gunfire at nearby range during day. Fernwood state forest.
ScoutPerfect for our little Scamp trailer. Only 5 big electric sites, no showers or potable water. As a result it was so peaceful! We loved our rainy stay. There are some lovely hiking trails around the lake and spillway. But lately there has been no swimming because of blue green algae.
ScoutThunderstorm had filled all hotels so I looked fora free campground. Set up my site and stayed in my wagon due to storms. It was very peaceful.
TravelerSmall quiet state park. Nice trails and very big sites on the one side.
GuideMoraine State Park doesn't allow camping within the park and there is no campground affiated with park. The one exception is along the North Country Trail, there are 2 rustic shelters that must be reserved through the park office. There are several private campgrounds in the area
ScoutVery 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. Very quiet everytime I've camped there, many times btw. Great, quiet, close to nature experience.
Beaver Creek State Park Campground sits about 40 miles west of Pittsburgh, near East Liverpool, Ohio. The 2,722-acre park features primitive camping options with both family and equestrian sites available throughout the year. Winter temperatures can drop below freezing, while summer days typically reach 80-85°F with moderate humidity.
Fishing opportunities: Catch bass in Beaver Creek's waterways within the park. "Bass fishing is really fun because we caught a few nice ones!!" shares Mike T. about his experience at Beaver Creek State Park Campground.
Historical exploration: Visit the pioneer village near the park office to experience the area's history. "The best part about the area was the history that surrounds it. There is a pioneer village near the park office that offers some picnicking areas around it. It also has original buildings from the pioneer days (church, school, etc)," notes Shay D.
Hiking access: Connect directly to the North Country National Scenic Trail from the campground for extensive hiking. "Direct access to the North Country National Scenic Trail and trails through main park," reports Tracy H. Hikers at Moraine State Park can access the trail's Adirondack shelter for backpacking overnight stays.
Spacious campsites: The campground offers large sites with good separation in certain areas. "We camped this past weekend in site 50. It is an unbelievably spacious site under towering pine trees. The site sits back off the road and really makes you feel like you have the place to yourself," describes Matt H.
Dark night skies: Campers can observe stars without city light pollution at Jefferson Lake State Park Campground. "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!" explains Matt H.
Free camping options: For budget-conscious travelers, some nearby forests offer no-cost camping. "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. Very quiet everytime I've camped there," reports Joe W. about Hidden Hollow Campground.
Limited water access: Several campgrounds in the region have restricted water supply. "They are on a well so there is limited water and they don't allow you to fill up your on board tank. Make sure you fill up before you go!" warns Bounding Around about Beaver Creek.
Primitive facilities: Most equestrian camping sites near Pittsburgh feature basic amenities. "Only 5 electric sites. Very clean pit toilets. Well maintained campground. A few equine sites. Only 2 electric eq sites," notes Eddie at Jefferson Lake State Park Campground.
Trail conditions: Some hiking paths require maintenance in certain seasons. "Very over grown and difficult to follow the trails, but overall we were able to hike for about 3 hours without running into anyone else," shares Shay D.
Playground access: Choose sites near play areas for easier child entertainment. "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," recommends Matt H.
Site selection for tents: Many campgrounds have uneven terrain that affects comfort. "The majority of the campsites are also so hilly that you can't put a tent up on a flat spot. We ended up sliding downhill all night because the space we rented was on a hill," cautions Alex S. from Jefferson Lake.
Nearby fishing spots: Look for campgrounds with easy fishing access for kids. "The creek that runs through the area is beautiful and there were many people fishing along the way," mentions Shay D. about Beaver Creek State Park.
Tight turns: Be prepared for navigation challenges in some parks. "Any larger RV that came in better know how to get through tight quarters," warns Aaron B. about Beaver Creek's pine tree sites.
Road restrictions: Watch for vehicle limitations on certain park roads. "There is a road in the park (Echo Dell Road) that RV's/Trailers can't go on so make sure you approach this campground from Leslie Road!" advises Bounding Around.
Electrical hookup placement: Check the distance between the pad and electrical outlets. "Electric is a little far behind pad. We almost needed extension cord," notes Eddie about Jefferson Lake State Park.
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