Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Mill Run accommodates dogs and cats at tent, RV, cabin, and glamping sites. The Blue Canoe RV Resort (formerly Uniontown KOA) provides riverfront sites with full hookups where pets are welcome alongside GAP trail access for pet exercise. Fox Den Acres Campground offers spacious, well-shaded tent sites with fire rings and picnic tables for campers with dogs. Madison-Pittsburgh S.E. KOA includes two designated dog play areas next to their playground and recreation facilities. Most campgrounds require pets to be leashed outside accommodations, cleaned up after, and not left unattended. The seasonal campgrounds maintain pet-friendly policies year-round, with Keystone State Park Campground providing pet access from April through October. Staff members at several locations make multiple rounds throughout the day to assist with needs.
The Great Allegheny Passage trail provides extensive pet exercise opportunities, running directly through The Blue Canoe RV Resort where dedicated hammock areas accommodate trail riders with pets. Laurel Hill State Park Campground supplies multiple water access points for dogs needing cooling off during summer months. Campgrounds near Ohiopyle State Park connect to numerous hiking trails suitable for leashed dogs. Morning walks around Fox Den Acres reveal blackberry bushes and abundant birdwatching opportunities. Weather considerations include muddy conditions after rain that can affect river access points and trail conditions. Most sites provide fire rings and picnic tables where pets can rest alongside their owners during evening relaxation time. The bathrooms and shower facilities at pet-friendly campgrounds are generally well-maintained and modern, though availability varies by season.
$20 - $54 / night
"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."
$115 - $750 / night
"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"
$25 / night
"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"
"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."
$20 - $64 / night
"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."
$20 - $999999 / night
"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."
"Peaceful despite being by the highway. The owners were very friendly and helpful. Will definitely be back. Dogs loved it as well"
"The only thing I can say about this campground that made me not give it 5 stars is, the highway noise."
$18 - $70 / night
"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."
$45 / night
"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."
"This was our first big trip with two large dogs and it did not disappoint. It was relaxing and quiet with large spots to space out in. Wifi was good enough to work and stream Netflix."
"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."
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.
GuideNew Germany State Park is situated in Garrett County Maryland. The park has a small lake, a few trails, and two camping loops. The Hemlock loop- the only loop that allows pets, is smaller and is mostly made for tent camping, though one site has electricity, but only big enough for a teardrop camper. There is a bathroom with a hot shower. The problems with the Hemlock loop is the proximity to the other campers. Our neighbors were loud, their kids were louder and their dog was ear- splitting loud. The tent pads are varied in size with sites 52, 53 and 57 being just big enough for a large tent and not much else. Every site has a large picnic table ( that is impressively hard to move) and a fire ring. Some sites are not very level, not not as much that your rolling out of bed in your sleep. There is water, but just at the bathroom area. This makes sense since the loop itself is very small. Deer are dense in these parts, and bears frequent the area. Summer temps usually do not get as nice 85max most of the summer. There is also cross country skiing in the winter. Despite the smaller sites, the Hemlock loop is frequently full, as is the non pet loop, which can accommodate larger tents and RV’s., but no pets.
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.
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.
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
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)
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.
Scottdale, Pennsylvania sits on the western edge of the Allegheny Mountains at approximately 1,050 feet elevation. The region experiences all four seasons distinctly, with summer camping season typically running May through October with average daytime temperatures ranging from 70-85°F. The terrain around Scottdale offers a mix of riverside campsites along the Youghiogheny River and more elevated woodland settings within a 30-minute drive.
Kayaking on the Youghiogheny River: Visitors at The Blue Canoe RV Resort can easily access the river. "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. The picnic tables and fire rings are surrounded by hammock poles and there's lots of space for scattered tents," notes a camper.
Visit Fallingwater: Located about 20 minutes from Benner's Meadow Run RV Campground, Frank Lloyd Wright's architectural masterpiece makes an excellent day trip. "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."
Star gazing: Clear mountain nights offer excellent viewing opportunities. At Benner's Meadow Run, they provide "a nice secluded spot to camp in the wooded area that had amazing mountain views and the star gazing platform." The elevation and distance from urban light pollution creates ideal conditions for night sky observation.
Shower facilities: While camping near Scottdale, bathroom access varies widely. At Laurel Hill State Park Campground, campers note: "Basic and dated, but reasonably clean. Did not use the shower." However, at other campgrounds like Madison-Pittsburgh S.E. KOA, "The bathhouse and all the bathhouses badly need updating. The paint is peeling, they smell like mildew and the siding is rotting on them."
Fishing opportunities: Several campgrounds offer on-site fishing. At Fox Den Acres Campground, "We did watch kids fishing and pulling fish out as soon as they put their line in!! So much fun for them." Laurel Hill State Park also supplies "many water access points for dogs needing cooling off during summer months."
Shaded sites: The mountain terrain provides natural tree cover at many campgrounds. As one camper at Fox Den Acres notes: "Each site was very spacious and well shaded. Fire ring and table at each sight. Restroom were a short walk away." This natural shade helps keep temperatures comfortable during summer camping seasons.
Road noise: Several campgrounds near Scottdale are located close to highways. At Donegal Campground, "The only thing I can say about this campground that made me not give it 5 stars is, the highway noise. It's located right off the highway so the traffic noise is a little loud, so it takes away from the great sounds of camping."
Site conditions: Levelness can be an issue at some campgrounds. At Madison-Pittsburgh S.E. KOA, one camper noted: "I couldn't get it level with my Anderson levelers it was pretty slopped. On my way out I heard they were having someone come in to level the sites so I imagine it was just the time of year we visited."
Pet policies: For pet friendly camping near Scottdale, Pennsylvania, restrictions vary by location. At Keystone State Park Campground, one reviewer mentioned: "We stayed at site 43 in the Hillside Loop because we brought our 2 large dogs. Site was very private and relatively flat." Some campgrounds have designated pet loops with special accommodations.
Choose campgrounds with activities: Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Mill Run receives high marks for family camping. "This Yogi Bear campground offers a large waterpark area, large pool, monster truck rides and many activities. You don't have to leave to find something to do, but there are also many local attractions as well. Kids love it here."
Consider noise levels: Family camping experiences can be affected by neighboring sites. At Laurel Hill State Park, "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."
Pack groceries beforehand: Many campgrounds have limited supplies. Near Kentuck Campground at Ohiopyle State Park, a camper advises: "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."
Check site dimensions: At Benner's Meadow Run, the sites vary in size: "Our tent/RV site had water and electric. Bathrooms and showers were convenient and clean." Site selection matters for larger rigs, as noted at some campgrounds where "the sites are REALLY not level because the RV sites are on a major slope, especially the pull-through sites."
Weekend vs. weekday stays: For RVers seeking quiet camping near Scottdale, Pennsylvania, timing matters. At Keystone State Park Campground, a visitor noted: "I think the weekends would be too full for my taste but mid week was very quiet." This pattern holds true across most campgrounds in the region.
Hookup access: Accessibility of water and electric connections varies. At Fox Den Acres, "Some sites are a bit close, the pull through sites are very ample. Gravel roads and level sites." Most campgrounds offer full hookups but placement may require longer cables or hoses than standard.
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