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State parks and recreation areas surrounding Roxbury, Pennsylvania provide diverse camping experiences within the Laurel Highlands region. Shawnee State Park Campground, located in Schellsburg, offers year-round camping with over 300 sites including tent areas, RV hookups, yurts, and cabins. Approximately 30 miles southwest, Laurel Hill State Park features four camping loops with options ranging from tent-only sites to 50-amp electric hookups and camper cabins. The area's campgrounds typically include lake access, with many facilities situated near water bodies that support fishing, boating, and swimming activities. Most established campgrounds provide modern amenities including showers, dump stations, and picnic areas, while maintaining a wooded, natural setting.
Reservations are essential during peak season from Memorial Day through Labor Day, with many waterfront sites booking months in advance. As one camper noted about nearby Seven Points campground, "We wanted a waterfront site but even trying to reserve the first day we could for this weekend, they were all taken." Pennsylvania state parks enforce quiet hours from 9pm-8am and many prohibit alcohol consumption. Weather conditions vary significantly by season, with temperatures in forested areas often 5-15 degrees cooler than surrounding towns. Cell service ranges from good to nonexistent depending on the specific campground and location within it. Most campgrounds sell firewood on-site, with outside firewood often prohibited to prevent pest introduction.
Lakeside camping receives consistently positive reviews, with visitors highlighting water recreation opportunities. "The lake is a great place to kayak, paddleboard, or just relax and enjoy the view," reported one camper at Raystown Lake. Site privacy varies considerably, with some campgrounds offering spacious, well-separated sites while others place campers in closer proximity. Highway noise affects some campgrounds despite their natural settings, with several reviewers mentioning traffic sounds from nearby interstates. Bathhouse quality and cleanliness are frequently mentioned in reviews, with most state park facilities receiving positive feedback. Family-friendly amenities like playgrounds, organized activities, and beach areas make many campgrounds particularly suitable for those with children. Winter camping options are limited, with most facilities operating from mid-April through mid-October.
"Easy walk to beach area and boat launch. Very clean."
"The location on the water adds for a great view. Electric only."
from $20 - $50 / night
Check Availability"Was pleased by the quiet despite size of campground and proximity to highway. Sites not overly large or private. Has wood vending machine at entrance for firewood."
"The morning drive started early, had several stops and starts, and I was once again glad that my big dog was along for the ride."
from $20 - $110 / night
Check Availability"It has a huge back yard and easy access to the creek. Close by is Ligonier, Idlewild, and St. Vincent (where the Pittsburgh Steelers training camp takes place.)"
"Not only were the staff super friendly and helpful, but we were lucky enough to get a full-hookup site right on the lake. Quiet, peaceful, everything you want on a spring trip."
"it’s small, with shaded sites around the perimeter and two walk in sites just left of the entrance."
"The hiking here is really spectacular with lots of scenery, overlooks, and side trails that extend many miles out into state forest lands which are adjacent to the park."
from $20 - $108 / night
Check Availability"The lake is separate from the campground, but it is less than a mile away and a reasonable distance walk."
"The site numbering is a bit wonky on the door loop so make sure you look at your map before you start driving the loops."
from $20 - $64 / night
Check Availability"Camped in the Lakeside Loop. This State Park is so Clean! The campground gives you easy access to anything you want to do. Fish, swim, hike, bike, kayak. It can all be done."
"This is our second time staying here - once in Electric site on Lakeside and this time non electric site on Hillside. Love this side of Hillside - quiet and shaded."
from $18 - $70 / night
Check Availability"5 firewood bundles at the entrance. -Cleanest bathrooms/showers -Crystal clear stream with beautiful trail to the lake. Both stocked with fish. -Lots of picnic tables at the lake."
"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."
from $22 - $70 / night
Check Availability"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."
"Very close to two Frank Lloyd Wright properties– Kentuck Knob and the more widely known Falling Waters."
from $20 - $54 / night
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ScoutWow, the weekends were fun. They were quite a bit of people there and my kids had a good time. The weekdays were different story we were told we had to be quiet. We had a lot of craziness go on
TravelerWe LOVED our visit to Kentuck campground and Ohiopyle. We went mid-week in early June and had very few neighbors Tuesday and Wednesday, with more rolling in toward the end of the week.
We stayed on Hickory Loop with our dog and saw quite a few other dogs while we were there. Not all sites are equal at this campground - ours was huge and lovely with adequate flattish area and a stream running along two sides of it. Others were quite small and not very level. I think we had one of the best sites on the loop, with great trees for hammocks and big rocks nearby, as well as good privacy from other sites.
The campground is very shaded and was regularly several degrees cooler than elsewhere in the park, which was great to home 'home' to. There's a lot of poison ivy in the area, so be watchful.
Firewood is available for purchase on entrance to the campground.
The bathhouse was relatively clean, with a large kitchen sink for washing dishes, three toilet stalls, and two shower stalls. We never had to wait for any of it.
GuideThis campground's foliage is interesting, I saw fernes growing and trees that looked older than me. I also noticed the campground has some history shown by the rust of the firepits. There is Billy's Pizza and general store which sells firewood if you go a little further down the road that maps takes you and take the second left instead of taking the first left. I think the campground also sells firewood on site. You can order Billy's Pizza and I saw them deliver to the campsites, which is amazing, havent seen that before. I'm a light sleeper and could hear truck engine braking sounds echo through the forest from the nearby highway, so the proximity to the road ruins the feeling of seclusion and the quiet. There's a restroom with a large sink outside which is nice.
TravelerThis is one of six campsites that can be reserved through PA's DCNR website. The six campsites are spread throughout the Laurel Highlands. This is the only one at Mt. Davis. We camp with three dogs, so we really appreciated the privacy. There were occasionally the sounds of distant ATVs or farm equipment, but, overall, this is a peaceful site. The campsite does not connect to the trails at Mt. Davis and there is no vault toilet here, but both vault toilets and a trailhead are just a few minutes away at the Mt. Davis picnic area. There is only one obvious tent site, so, if you need more than one tent site, you will have to get creative. The site is along a gravel road that leads to a field which you can use to walk your dogs. There are no water features here which our dogs enjoy, so that is the only reason for the 4 out of 5 stars. We will be reserving this site again!
GuideI come here at least twice a year for the wonder campground. The hiking trails, water falls and white water rafting. The town is small but filled with tons of great shops and outfitters. Campground is clean, every sight is nice and spacious, not all are private. Get gas on your way here, once here their are no gas stations for 40 minutes in every direction. Ice and wood at campground suck. Go into town for ice or see Butch out rt 381 on the left just outside the park boundary. Highly recommended.
TravelerThis campground (now named "Orchard Station Campground" is under new management, and is open all year (I think). They are in the process of upgrading sites with new utility lines and level gravel pads.
Owner was very friendly & helpful.
Allowed me to charge my Rivian onsite (I paid him for the extra power).
Adjacent huge cemetery site is accessible via a goat path at the back of the campground and provided a great place to walk our dog every day.
We were attending the Alleghany Ukulele Soiree at the Altoona Grand Hotel, and this was a perfect spot (less than 5 minutes away).
Will definitely return!!
TravelerWe came up here in our Roadtrek campervan. Quiet woodsy forestland. Went for a walk in the morning, lots of birdsong. A bit of road noise from the nearby highways but didn’t hear anything at night.
TravelerNice campground, level site, very clean. (Here early in season though!) $40/night. Lost a star for the long and steep incline walk to the bathrooms. Accessibility note: Careful if you have mobility issues. Many of the sites are terraced and require using steps.
TravelerI want to preface by saying that I believe this is a fairly nice and accommodating campground, it just missed the mark on some of my personal preferences this time around.
I had a two night trip the opening weekend at the Elm Loop, site 118. I actually came to this campground amidst a wind advisory, will definitely not make that mistake again because it was a beast. The grounds were easy to navigate even during the night. Putting up the tent was a bit frustrating as the tent pad was very rocky and it was difficult to get the pegs into the ground.
One of my biggest qualms was that I arrived expecting to be able to buy firewood from the camp store, especially since the provided flyers and maps listed the store being open until 9pm. I got to the store only to find out that it had been shut down last year. A bit disappointing as we couldn’t have a fire that night, would’ve been nice to know ahead of time. Thankfully firewood was available the next day but at the registration office at the entrance of the park. Not sure if they plan on opening the store again, but just be aware if you do plan to go and are expecting it to be open.
Other than that, it’s a well versed site. Plenty for any group to do. I went fishing towards the dam while the other half of my group hiked the lake trail. Bathrooms were available and in usable condition. Sites are a good distance apart, the ones along the lake are pretty. Not sure if I’d return again but it was a nice to try.
Campers exploring the Roxbury, Pennsylvania area will find numerous options spread across the Allegheny Mountains and Laurel Highlands. Sites typically sit at elevations between 2,000-3,000 feet, resulting in cooler temperatures even during summer months. Campgrounds in this region offer varying levels of privacy, with tent-only sites often providing more seclusion than RV areas.
Creek exploration: 15-minute drive from Mirror Lake RV Camping & Fishing provides easy access to shallow waterways perfect for warm weather activities. "A lot of their sites are along a small creek which the kids play in and can float down," notes camper Mathew H.
Mountain biking: Trail access from multiple campgrounds connects to extensive networks. At Laurel Hill State Park Campground, "The trail around the lake was incredible for biking - highly recommend! Everything in this park and campground are extremely well marked and maintained," according to Kaley R.
Bouldering: Novice-friendly rock formations provide accessible climbing opportunities. "There was easy little rocks to boulder and climb! and even a few smaller caves to explore! It was an adventure paradise with a close location to the seven springs ski resort," reports Jill R. about Laurel Hill State Park.
Lake access: Multiple swimming areas across the region offer alternatives to crowded pools. "The lake and the trails around it are beautiful. Great swimming and kayaking/small boating. The campground was nice, quiet and clean," reports Casey S. about Shawnee State Park Campground.
Morning atmosphere: Foggy conditions create distinctive experiences in early hours. "Foggy mornings are the best in the beautiful forest near Schellsburg historical sites. Nice lake too. Easy access from the PA Turnpike," shares Melanie Z. about Shawnee State Park.
Winter accessibility: Year-round camping options available at select parks. "We stayed at Shawnee for 2 nights Memorial Day weekend just after Covid19 restrictions had been partially lifted. Site 258 on loop D is quiet, but may have been noisy if the yurt and 2 cabins had been rented out," notes Danielle S.
Site selection considerations: Terrain challenges impact many campsites throughout the region. At Blue Knob State Park Campground, "There are some great, quiet and wide sites! Bathrooms could use some updating but still very usable," reports Mark G.
Road noise: Highway proximity affects multiple campgrounds despite forest settings. At Kooser State Park, "The campground is small but it is quiet and clean. Route 31 is nearby but it wasn't all that noticeable... My only complaint is that many of the sites are not level at all and take some serious work to get your rig level," reports Kevin E.
Weather variability: Mountain elevations mean temperatures can drop significantly after sunset. "It sits up high in the mountains close to 3000ft elevation. Park and campground are very small and almost desolate during the week," explains Matt R. about Kooser State Park.
Beach facilities: Family-friendly swimming available at most lakeside parks. "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. Great place to spend the weekend," reports Luke K. about Keystone State Park Campground.
Loop selection: Pet-friendly sections often offer different experiences. "There 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," cautions Casey L. about Laurel Hill.
Historical sites: Educational opportunities within short driving distances of most campgrounds. "I spent a night here on my way to Pittsburgh one weekend, and I couldn't be more impressed. if you stay here, make sure to travel down the road to see the Flight 93 Memorial," advises Rachel L. about Shawnee State Park.
Site leveling: Gravel pads vary significantly in quality throughout region. At Quemahoning Family Recreation Area, "The owner is very friendly and helpfull. The location on the water adds for a great view. Electric only," notes Theodore C.
Campsite privacy: Tree coverage differs by park and loop. "We absolutely loved our stay at this park once we changed sites. We have a 35' TT and there was no way it was going to fit in the site we originally booked. Luckily it was opening weekend and the rangers and super accommodating!" shares Brittany V. about Shawnee State Park.
Hookup locations: Power post placement requires planning at some parks. "The electrical hookups are not played out well like an expensive RV park with the shared power post on the entrance side of the camper. You may want to have an extension for your power cable," advises Erik E. about Laurel Hill State Park.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near Roxbury, PA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Roxbury, PA is Quemahoning Family Recreation Area with a 4.7-star rating from 7 reviews.
What parks are near Roxbury, PA?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 24 parks near Roxbury, PA that allow camping, notably Youghiogheny River Lake and Crooked Creek Lake.
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