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Campgrounds near Scottdale, Pennsylvania include several established facilities catering to diverse camping preferences. The region encompasses both public and private options including Ohiopyle State Park with its Kentuck Campground, multiple KOA locations, and Fox Den Acres Campground. Most sites accommodate a mix of tent camping, RV hookups, and cabin rentals, with some locations offering glamping options and yurts. Located in Pennsylvania's Laurel Highlands, these campgrounds provide access to recreational opportunities along the Youghiogheny River and the Great Allegheny Passage (GAP) trail.
Camping availability in the Scottdale area typically runs from spring through fall, with many campgrounds operating from April through October. Several larger facilities like Madison-Pittsburgh S.E. KOA remain open year-round. A visitor commented, "We're staying in the winter for a few nights to visit friends who live outside Pittsburgh. Friendly and cozy spot. They've done a great job in the winter despite the frigid weather by using heat tape on the spigots." Site amenities vary considerably, from primitive tent sites to full-service RV hookups with electric, water, and sewer. Travelers should verify seasonal operational dates, as winter camping options become more limited. Most campgrounds require reservations, particularly during summer weekends and holidays.
Campers report high satisfaction with waterfront sites, particularly those along the Youghiogheny River. The Blue Canoe RV Resort (formerly Uniontown KOA) receives positive reviews for its river access and trail connectivity. According to one review, "The GAP trail rolls right through the middle of this traditional KOA campground... For through riders on the trail there is a special place to camp, close to the west-bound entrance." Free primitive camping is available at locations like Round Bottom Camping Area at Slush Run for hikers and cyclists using the GAP Trail. These sites feature basic amenities including tent pads, pit toilets, and fire rings. Campers seeking more developed facilities can find swimming pools, playgrounds, and camp stores at larger private campgrounds like Fox Den Acres, which offers spacious sites with full hookups and family-friendly amenities.
"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
Check Availability"We ended with a very private tent site with no amenities but around the corner from a pavilion with an outside washing station and flush toilets."
"ask for with 2 swimming pools. 4 water slides ,tractor rides ,fire truck rides and a train ride alongside the free activities for the kids there is allways something fun to do and only a few minute drive"
from $115 - $750 / 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 $50 / 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."
"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"Located on the Youghiogheny River. Many full hookups, great play ground for the kids. New pool, but not open when we stayed."
"The GAP trail rolls right through the middle of this traditional KOA campground."
from $25 - $999999 / night
Check Availability"The only thing I can say about this campground that made me not give it 5 stars is, the highway noise."
"Peaceful despite being by the highway. The owners were very friendly and helpful. Will definitely be back. Dogs loved it as well"
"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"Nearby all the local attractions that laurel highlands has to offer....Youghiogheny River, Frank Loyd Wright house, Living Treasures Animal Park, Seven Springs, Hidden Valley, etc.."
"Laurel Highlands campland is in a terrific location for all the local attractions."
from $45 / night
Check Availability"I was traveling alone and was looking for something about an hour away when I used my Dyrt app to locate a recommended campground. Benner’s popped up near Ohiopyle State Park."
"The campground was really nice, although PA Winters are drab, so we kind of had to use our imagination for how beautiful the campground might be when there's vibrant greenery all around."
GuideThe spots are spread out and the trees are beautiful. The people are so nice. The drive in is tight narrow lanes. We stayed one night at #49, pull through with water and electric, no sewer. We booked #43 but Becky moved us to 49 cuz it’s more level.
ScoutWe stayed 2 nights. People are very nice. Bathrooms and Laundry are clean.
Spaced spots surrounded by the forrest. Some trails directly from the camp.
TravelerStayed one night. Close to Fallingwater and Fort Necessity. The campsite was terrible; close to water and buggy, steep grade required lots of blocking to level the camper and challenging to hook up to the vehicle. Thick canopy kept Starlink from working. The worst part was the bathrooms. The one closest to our spot had no hot water. So we had to walk about a half a mile to two other restrooms and showers within 100 yards of each other. Makes no sense. Anyway, both bathrooms were filthy, had paint peeling everywhere, lots of black mold growing on the ceilings, growing everywhere. No place to hang clothes while taking a shower. One of the two toilets in each of the men’s room was probably 3 feet off the ground. Made for giants I guess! And good luck finding the visitor center. It’s hidden from view and parking is terrible. You’ll have to walk 150 yards from the nearest point of the parking lot to find it. To walk there from the bus and RV parking, add an additional 1/4 mile each way. Be aware that the visitor center store does not accept credit cards. Cash or check only. Who does that? It’s 2026 Pennsylvania!
ScoutAdvertised as a family camp but very far from it. I’ve watched this camp progressively get worse as the years go on, over priced camp with zero efforts to make anything worthwhile, run down play grounds, broken toilet paper roll holders in the bathrooms of the shower house, roads that make you feel like your off road. Owner plans “events” and then wants campers to pay for overpriced food. The owner complains nobody comes to events anymore but barely comes to them herself. The owner is VERY money hungry! And most importantly it’s home to a sex offender who the owner cherishes dearly.
It’s a shame to see how many people realized how terrible this camp was and are selling their camps because of it. The owner should open her eyes and realize she’s the reason people don’t want to be there anymore !!!
ScoutWe are here for a month and it feels like we have the place to ourselves!
ScoutCant have no fun or drink.kids get yelled at all the time..owner sneaks around looking in campers at night..they watch every thing you do. Then they throw you out because your having to much fun. Or your up after 10pm..what a joke....please dont do nothing wrong.because.youll be on the shitlist...they are very very racist ,dont ever take a black child or try to get a place to stay or even put a tent up ,cause if your Black ,they tell you their is no room for u or a tent..STAY AWAY FROM THIS PLACE,ITS A BUNCH OF HYPOCRITES AND THEY DONT WANT NO BLACS IN THEIR CAMP GROOUND AT ALL..GO UP THE ROAD..THEY ARE NICER THERE...
ScoutPerfect little campsite with voting access fishing rod says and very clean showers
TravelerWe love it here so much we almost never leave. There is a creek, playground and games for the kids year round. The lake is great for fishing, boating, swimming and more from March-August usually but even longer this year it seems. They are INCREDIBLY strict about 5mph and I LOVE THAT! My 8 year old can run around and be a kid at camp like I was without me being panicked. They even have events once a month. They are constantly adding and upgrading around the campground. Everything from walk to primitive sites to full hook ups and dry cabins.
Highly recommend for a long or short get away.
Scout,
Campgrounds near Scottdale, Pennsylvania offer camping experiences across the Laurel Highlands, a region with elevations ranging from 1,000 to 3,000 feet. The area's moderate climate provides comfortable summer camping conditions with average temperatures between 70-85°F during peak season. Most campgrounds in this region sit on partially wooded terrain with a mix of open meadows and forested sites providing varied levels of shade and privacy.
Explore mountain biking trails: Seven Springs mountain resort is accessible from several nearby campgrounds. "Great campground with play grounds, well maintained pool and grounds, fishing, party pavilions, and store. The staff is nice and helpful. It's very military positive, even includes a reserved place for the fallen soldiers," notes a visitor to Fox Den Acres Campground.
Visit architectural landmarks: Frank Lloyd Wright's Fallingwater house is within driving distance of most campsites near Scottdale. "We stayed for 2 nights while we visited Fallingwater and the Flight 93 Memorial. We should have stayed another night so we could visit Fort Necessity NP just down the road but ran out of time," shares a camper who stayed at Benner's Meadow Run RV Campground.
Star-gazing opportunities: Many campgrounds offer open fields for night sky viewing. "We got a nice secluded spot to camp in the wooded area that had a amazing mountain views and the star gazing platform. Kids had a great time and lots of activities for them to do!" notes a visitor to Benner's Meadow Run RV Campground.
River and waterway access: Sites along the Youghiogheny River are popular among paddlers. "Located on the Youghiogheny River. Many full hookups, great play ground for the kids. New pool, but not open when we stayed. Staff make multiple rounds, picks up your trash and delivers your purchased firewood," notes a camper at The Blue Canoe RV Resort.
Swimming facilities: Multiple pools help campers cool off during summer months. "Indoor and outdoor pools are great. Bingo is taken seriously here...DO NOT talk at ALL. Lol," warns a visitor to Laurel Highlands Campland.
Wooded camping sites: Private, shaded spots are highly valued. "First stay at Benner's and had a great weekend. Great campsite, clean grounds and facilities. We will be back," reports a camper who enjoyed the more secluded options available.
Winter camping limitations: While some sites operate year-round, facilities may be restricted. "We're staying in the winter for a few nights to visit friends who live outside Pittsburgh. Friendly and cozy spot. They've done a great job in the winter despite the frigid weather by using heat tape on the spigots," notes a winter visitor to the Madison-Pittsburgh S.E. KOA.
Site levelness varies significantly: Some campsites require additional equipment. "Okay campground. We met nice people staying there. However, the sites are REALLY not level because the RV sites are on a major slope, especially the pull-through sites," advises a camper at Laurel Hill State Park Campground.
Highway noise impacts: Campsites near major roads experience traffic sounds. "Just got back from a weekend stay here and it was great. If you like camping to be quiet, peaceful and simple, then you'll love this little campground. The only thing I can say about this campground that made me not give it 5 stars is, the highway noise," notes a camper at Donegal Campground.
Water activities for kids: Multiple swimming options keep children entertained. "Very nice and newer campground. Some river sites were small and very un level but was doable," notes a camper at The Blue Canoe RV Resort, formerly Uniontown KOA.
Scheduled activities: Check campground calendars for family events. "Great place for kids! Family friendly atmosphere, cordial staff, well run campground. Lots of activities. Tree shaded sites!" shares an enthusiastic visitor to Benner's Meadow Run RV Campground.
Playground accessibility: Choose sites near play areas for convenience. "It had plenty of stuff for the kids to do but had a horrible smell. The site wasnt great either. It was a steep drop on the pull out. Twisted my stabilizer jack," warns a camper at Madison-Pittsburgh S.E. KOA.
Site selection considerations: Not all sites accommodate larger vehicles equally. "A very nice campground that I'll go back to if I'm ever in the area. I could get around with my huge fifth wheel but it was still very thickly treed the way I like them," notes an RVer who stayed at Donegal Campground.
Power hookup placement: Position matters for electrical connections. "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 a camper at Laurel Hill State Park Campground.
Seasonal RV site options: For longer stays, some campgrounds offer dedicated areas. "This is a large campground with play grounds, well maintained pool and grounds, fishing, party pavilions, and store. The staff is nice and helpful. Some sites are a bit close, the pull through sites are very ample," reports a visitor to Fox Den Acres Campground.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near Scottdale, PA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Scottdale, PA is Kentuck Campground — Ohiopyle State Park with a 4.5-star rating from 87 reviews.
What parks are near Scottdale, PA?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 18 parks near Scottdale, PA that allow camping, notably Youghiogheny River Lake and Crooked Creek Lake.
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