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Bush Recreation Area offers pet-friendly campsites with electric hookups and running water in Saltsburg, Pennsylvania. The campground features picnic tables, water hookups, and sites situated along Loyalhanna Creek with boat launch access. Higher-numbered sites (25 and above) provide more wooded privacy for those camping with dogs. Keystone State Park Campground and Madison-Pittsburgh S.E. KOA also welcome pets with designated pet-friendly loops. Most sites require pets to be leashed at all times with proper waste disposal. The campgrounds accommodate tents, RVs, and some offer pet-friendly cabins. Bathhouses are generally clean with hot showers, though maintenance quality varies between locations. Campers browse The Dyrt when exploring the best sites near Saltsburg, Pennsylvania.
Keystone State Park's dog-friendly Hillside Loop provides more secluded camping compared to the busier lakeside camping area. The park offers hiking trails suitable for leashed dogs, fishing opportunities, and a swimming beach, though pets are typically not allowed in designated swimming areas. Both Bush Recreation Area and Keystone provide spaces where children can play while keeping dogs within sight. During summer months, early morning or evening walks are recommended to avoid hot surfaces that can harm paws. Most campgrounds in the area strictly enforce quiet hours from 9pm to 8am, which includes barking management. The nearby playground at Bush Recreation Area allows families to keep both children and leashed pets within easy monitoring distance, making it particularly suitable for camping with both kids and dogs.
"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 $18 - $70 / 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"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 $25 / 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"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."
"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 $20 - $54 / 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"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."
"Stayed 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 loop was essentially a field with trees around it. The none pet loop was in the trees and so you sometimes had more space and sometimes were right beside you."
from $20 - $64 / night
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GuideThis campground checks all our boxes. Beautiful scenery, quiet location, spacious campsites, full RV hookups, well-placed fire rings, dog park, nice large bathhouses, polite staff, and Wi-Fi that works.
This is located about an hour away from my home, so we plan on making this our go-to for quick camping getaways throughout the year.
Highly recommended. Definitely worth checking out.
GuidePreface: if your main objective is activities for children, you have come to the right place. This place is loud and full of kids.
We booked a site but chose not to pay to select which one. All the pictures looked great! We ended up on a grassy hill in the back. The spot was so unlevel there were 19 inches between my bottom step and the ground. This site was the same price as level ones closer to activities.
Also bathrooms were outdated. They had older residential toilets that plugged constantly. The day we left 2 of the 3 in our nearest bathroom were out of order.
Aside from all the above, the Dog Park is awesome. It’s the size of a real, normal dog park. The ice cream on site is also a nice perk.
RangerThis may be the first campground I give a 10 out of 10! All the amenities your could want, it's clean, sites are leveled, it's maintained beautifully, there are cows in the distance, fully stocked store, friendly staff. Laundry, bathrooms, fairly spacious sites, a pool, dog park. Very, very nice.
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.
TravelerI was the only tenter at the time of my stay; had the whole place to myself. The sites are spread far apart and wooded. Table and fire rings are at each site. They have a brand new bath house which was spotless and a well kept dog park for the furs. If desired, there is a group campsite and the use of a pavilion too. The camp store if beautiful and has everything in it should you forget something. I’ll definitely be back.
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
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.
GuideDue to a water main break, only one bathroom and showers were available. Bathrooms were quite old and run down. There are over 100 sites. Pets are only allowed on specific loops and cannot be walked on “non pet” loops. We had an electric site which was pretty level for our van. Bike trails were more like hiking trails ( not single track Mtn biking trails). I found this park to be “just ok”.
Saltsburg sits at the confluence of the Conemauga and Kiskiminetas Rivers in western Pennsylvania's Allegheny foothills, with elevations around 900-1,200 feet. The area experiences four distinct seasons with summer camping temperatures typically ranging from 60°F nights to 85°F days. Winter camping options are limited, with many campgrounds closing between October and April.
Fishing opportunities: Crooked Creek Lake provides excellent fishing with creek access directly from the campground. "The lake is great for kayaking or small boats. We fish and kayak the creek opposite the lake," notes one visitor to Crooked Creek Lake.
White water rafting: The Youghiogheny River offers rafting experiences for different skill levels. "Great place to go white water rafting!!!" shares a camper who visited Ohiopyle State Park Campground.
Creek wading and floating: Many local campgrounds feature creek access for cooling off in summer. At Mirror Lake RV Camping & Fishing, "Site 26 is our favorite. It has a huge back yard and easy access to the creek which the kids play in and can float down."
Disc golf: Some area campgrounds offer additional recreational activities beyond hiking. Crooked Creek Lake campground provides "disc golf, corn hole at campground with kid playground" according to a recent visitor.
Budget-friendly options: Several dog friendly campgrounds near Saltsburg offer affordable rates. "The campground was grassy, quiet, and cheap," reports one camper about their stay at Laurel Hill State Park.
Campfire gatherings: Madison-Pittsburgh S.E. KOA creates community opportunities: "The campground hosted a gigantic bonfire the night we were there which was a sight!"
Mountain views: For campers seeking elevation, Mountain Top Campground delivers on its name. "You are on top of a mountain with great views. The spots are well spaced out and it is family owned," reports a camper who stayed for a month.
Easy lake access: Many pet-friendly campgrounds around Saltsburg feature water activities. "There is a small beach and picnic tables. The lake is great for kayaking or small boats," explains a Crooked Creek Lake visitor.
Limited connectivity: Cell service varies significantly between campgrounds. At Laurel Hill State Park Campground, expect "fleeting cell at best on Verizon" according to a recent visitor.
Water levels fluctuate: Water access can change seasonally. "The lake level was high because of the dam nearby so fishing was non-existent, but it was peaceful and pleasant," notes a camper at Bush Recreation Area.
Shower facilities vary: Some campgrounds have limited shower options. "Bring a quarter for a 10 minute shower! There's one 1950's bathhouse with a few stalls for hundreds of RV sites," reports a Madison-Pittsburgh S.E. KOA visitor.
Limited groceries: Stock up before arrival as campground stores have minimal supplies. "Plan your meals well, before arriving. There are a couple of restaurants in Ohiopyle, but they are not open late. There are no grocery stores real close," advises a visitor to Ohiopyle State Park.
Playground access: Some campgrounds position play areas strategically. At Bush Recreation Area, one family appreciated that "our kids were within easy eye and earshot of the playground" from their campsite.
Kayak rentals: Laurel Hill State Park Campground offers affordable water equipment: "Kayak rental of $15 for an hour was the cheapest we have seen and allowed us to explore more of the lake."
Flat walking trails: Family-friendly hiking options exist around Saltsburg. Laurel Hill "walking trail has some less used fishing spots if you are willing to walk. We enjoyed the easy walking lake trail with the kids because it was wide and flat."
Campsites near water: For families with pets and children, select sites strategically. "Most of the primitive sites were graveled at some point in the past, but they've done a good job of fixing that. There's a swimming pool, fishing pond, and boating pond," explains a Fox Den Acres visitor.
Site selection considerations: Choose RV sites based on your specific needs. At Bush Recreation Area, a camper advises: "Higher the site number (starting at about #25), the further back in the wooded area it was, where there's more privacy."
Expect uneven sites: Many campgrounds in this region have sloping terrain. At Laurel Hill State Park, "the RV sites are on a major slope, especially the pull-through sites" according to one RVer.
Power connections: Electrical hookups sometimes require planning. "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 an RVer who stayed at Laurel Hill.
Pet-friendly loop selection: For dog-friendly campgrounds near Saltsburg, investigate specific loop options. At Laurel Hill, campers note 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."
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