Top Tent Camping near Union City, PA

Looking for an adventure where you can explore Union City and then fall asleep in your tent? The Dyrt helps you find campsites near Union City with tent camping. Each tent site offers quick access to one or more of Union City, Pennsylvania's most popular destinations.

Best Tent Sites Near Union City, PA (19)

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    1. Big Oak Hill

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    7 Saves

    This is a newly created campsite that has picturesque view of surrounding farmland and of Peek-n-Peak. Located conveniently off of Rt426 with a slight drive along a field to reach the destination. Private and out of the way. Plenty of wildlife (family of fox and usually mamma deer and her babies, can normally be seen doing what animals do. Close to Peek-n-Peak and Findley Lake and its many amenities.

    This is a little campsite on top of a hillside besides, you guessed it, a big oak. This is on a working hay farm, so depending on when you arrive you might be able to see hay being harvested. Again, this a new campsite so improvements will be made based on demand.

    To enter the property, you will use a field entrance right off Harrington Hill Road (coming from the west it will be on your left-hand side). We have the way marked for you with posts/markers so hopefully it will take you right there. Please be aware this is located on top of a hill (with a big oak, hence its name :)) and you will be going through an active hay field to reach it.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Trash
    • Firewood Available

    $20 / night

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    2. Wolfkiel Run Shelters

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    31 Saves
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Dispersed
    • Trash
    • Picnic Table

    $8 / night

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    4. Compass campgrounds

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    8 Saves

    Located on 50 acres of beautiful forest with lots of trails and wildlife. Only a couple miles from the shores of Lake Erie. This is wine country with wineries to the left and to the right. Many surrounding towns that will take you back in time. Fun day trips in the area: Presque Isle, Niagara Falls, Panama Rocks, Lilydale, casinos, Chautauqua Institute, Waldameer, Lucille Ball museum. Something for everyone!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Cabins

    $25 - $60 / night

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      6. Allegheny Wild and Scenic River

      1 Review
      9 Saves

      In 1992 (Public Law 102-271) added 87 miles of the Allegheny River to the National Wild & Scenic River System classified as Recreational. The goal is to protect the existing outstanding and remarkable values and preserve a free-flowing condition for present and future generations. This designation applies to the following three sections: 7 miles from below Kinzua Dam to Route 6 bridge in Warren 48 miles from Buckaloons Campground to Alcorn Island (by Oil City), and 32 miles from south of Franklin to Emlenton. The corridor boundary runs along the plateau ridge on both sides and has extensive areas of privately owned lands with many homes and seasonal recreational residences along the shoreline. Public access is good generally from both sides and few hazards make this an ideal river for novice and family canoeing. Oak forests predominate along steep side slopes and there is wooded-riverine habitat in some of the floodplains. It contains the seven Allegheny Wilderness Islands often used by boaters for dispersed camping and fishing. The Allegheny Islands Wilderness contains seven islands stretched between Buckaloons and Tionesta along the Allegheny Wild and Scenic River. The islands are popular for dispersed camping, exploration, and viewing scenery and wildlife. They are mostly vegetated with fine riverine forests of sycamore, silver maple, shagbark hickory, and green ash. Dense grasses and other thick vegetation make access limited. There are no developed trails or other facilities on the islands. The Allegheny River is one of the primary tributaries to the Ohio River. It joins with the Monongahela River to form the Ohio River at the "Point" in Pittsburgh, PA. The Allegheny starts in Pennsylvania, near Cobb Hill, meanders into New York into Cattaraugus County, near Salamanca, before heading back into Pennsylvania northeast of Warren. The course of the river forms much of the northwestern boundary of the Allegheny National Forest before reaching Franklin where the river turns southeast. Within the borders of the Allegheny National Forest the river is fed by Kinzua Creek, Conewango Creek, Brokenstraw Creek, Tionesta Creek, Oil Creek and French Creek. The Clarion River joins the Allegheny near Kittanning.

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      8. Higby's Campgrounds

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      Tent & RV camping & cottage & cabin rentals at Canadohta Lake with Higby's - Seasonal & Transit campsites. Check us out in Crawford County, PA. Higby's Campground and Cottage Rentals at Canadohta Lake, PA provides a place to stay for your summer vacation destination! Check out our website for additional information www.canadohtalakecamping.com We have office hours and can also be reached outside hours if needed. Late check-ins aren't a problem, just let us know! See you at camp! Call or email us today!

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      9. Shady Acres

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      TENT CAMPING ONLY

      *NO AMMENTIES*

      •Nearly 2 wooded acres, in Millvillage, PA.

      •Just minutes from Port Farms, Amish goods, and the beautiful French Creek. Quiet country setting right off the main road. Surrounded by unoccupied woods.

      •30 mins to Lake Erie.

      •20 mins to Canadotah Lake.

      •10 mins to Lake Leboeuf & French Creek river.

      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • Tents
      • Firewood Available

      $50 - $100 / night

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        10. Hidden Valley Camping Area

        1 Review
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        • Picnic Table
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      Recent Tent Reviews In Union City

      416 Reviews of 19 Union City Campgrounds


      • HThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Lake Erie State Park
        Oct. 7, 2024

        Lake Erie State Park

        Nice stop on way to Niagara Falls

        Beautiful State Park with friendly staff and campers. Windy, clean bathrooms w showers, flat sites. Sites on lake are not open - but sites across have good views as well. Lots more than just the campground

      • jThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Lampe Marina Campground
        Sep. 11, 2024

        Lampe Marina Campground

        Sunsets and Sunrises

        We came for a quick visit and enjoyed a beautiful sunset and sunrise. Large spaces and easy access to the pier (ramps available for all to enjoy ) We would love to return and enjoy a much longer stay. FYI -several dump stations so no waiting!

      • Owen I.
        Camper-submitted photo from Kalyumet Campground
        Sep. 7, 2024

        Kalyumet Campground

        Terrible, Run Down, Abandoned And Un Secure! GATE WAS BROKEN

        Any worker over the age of 20 was super rude and they did NOT Re-Book Our Reservation For Next Year The Website sates that it is now being managed by a company called Oasis Marianas. There Are Signs Falling Apart And They Pool Was Water Orange! The Arcade was completely broken the showers were tiny and the entire place is in disrepair. The Gate was taken off the Opener And thrown into the weeds DISAPPOINTING And This Place was NOT CHEAP And Was Super RunDown.

      • afshar Y.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Erie KOA
        Sep. 3, 2024

        Erie KOA

        Fun time for a family

        Fun little campground with friendly staff and wide open spaces. Clean bathrooms, great pool, fun little game room. The playground got 2 thumbs up from a 4 and 6 year old. There was a movie night every night. Close to stores (15 mins). The KOA is close to Presque isle and the amusement park, which is a fantastic place for kids. Sites were a good size and comfortable to be around.

      • Cynthia K.
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        Aug. 28, 2024

        Chautauqua Lake KOA

        One Nighter

           Although this is a KOA Holiday, we used it as a KOA Journey on our way to the Catskills. Not too far from the Interstate & there was no highway noise at the campground. 

          We arrived right at 5pm, which is when they close up, but Victoria went above & beyond & took us right to our site. Good thing, since we were at the back of a confusing layout.

         There are sites in this section that have a partial view of the lake, but they looked like seasonal sites. All the sites looked well cared for. We had a pull through on Chestnut Drive.  Y1

        If you have kids, most of the activities they would be interested in are at the front entrance. If you don't have a golf cart, you may have to drive to the front for the pool, mini golf, basketball court & jumping pillow. 

        It doesn't look like they have many cabins. 

         There's another playground in the back that was getting used. There was supposed to be a splash pad, but I didn't see an evidence of that. 

        The bathroom/shower house are duel toilet/showers. Not my favorite, but we didn't have any trouble getting in. 

        We used the back exit on our way out, which was convenient. At least we didn't have to go back to the front entrance!

         BTW, Victoria is a treasure! She's friendly & goes above& beyond for customer service. We really appreciated the time she took with us.

      • Eliezera M.
        Camper-submitted photo from Forestry Road Dispersed Campsite
        Aug. 28, 2024

        Forestry Road Dispersed Campsite

        Quiet little campground

        I have a 25-foot travel trailer and found several suitable spots on SF-160. Since it rains frequently here, keep your slip-on shoes handy near the door. This area offers great hiking and biking opportunities. The campsite next to the hiking trail has WiFi about 70% of the time. Experience duck life right now!

      • Ian B.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Forestry Road Dispersed Campsite
        Aug. 26, 2024

        Forestry Road Dispersed Campsite

        Nice, peaceful and free

        If you don’t mind roughing it a bit, it’s really quite nice. Sites are first come first serve and there is a bit of day traffic to get to Hector Falls. Which is a nice little 2 mile hike. Some good exploring. Bring tick/bug spray. Found several on my boys and me.

      • Ed F.
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        Aug. 9, 2024

        Lampe Marina Campground

        I AM EXCITED

        GOING LAST WEEK OF SEPTEMBER LOOKING TO GET SOME FISH FROM SHORE. HOPING FOR THE BEST! 5 STARS ON LOOKS ALONE.

      • Rose S.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Warner Road Dispersed Camping in North Harmony State Forest
        Jul. 7, 2024

        Warner Road Dispersed Camping in North Harmony State Forest

        fine site, messy

        The site was fine, fire pit, primitive spot so no services. We arrived late at night so couldn’t see so well but stopped in a clearing on the road toward the coordinates.

        Kind of a gross site, the previous people who stayed at our site were messy and left litter, but it served its purpose as a free place to sleep along a longer trip.

      • CThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Tionesta Rec. Area Campground
        Jul. 1, 2024

        Tionesta Rec. Area Campground

        Tionesta Recreation Campground

        Nice campground with full hook ups. Close to a large recreational lake with hiking trails and a boat launch. Sites were fairly level no issues with power fluctuations and sewer worked great!

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        Jun. 30, 2024

        Gaslight Campgrounds

        Clean, well-maintained, and quiet with friendly owner

        We stayed here for a week in June 2024 in our 42-foot fifth wheel. Overall the campground is clean and well-maintained. The owner is friendly and helpful. Amenities include a heated, in-ground pool, a recreation center, a pavilion, and swing sets. 

        The current owners have had the campground since ~2014 and have made many repairs and improvements. Water, electric, and sewage lines have been replaced or upgraded in the past few years. We had stable electric and good water.

        Unfortunately no WiFi is available, but there was a good AT&T cell phone signal.

      • DThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Starr Farm
        Jun. 20, 2024

        Starr Farm

        Very relaxing place

        This campsite was close to an archery tournament for me. It is a huge campsite that is remote and peaceful. I will try to get this place again next year.

      • Mateo G.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Red Oak Campground
        Jun. 16, 2024

        Red Oak Campground

        Super friendly and communal campground

        It was fairly full when I went, the staff was very friendly and helpful. There was a band playing in the middle of the campground at dusk which made for a great experience. Great campground overall!

      • MThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Jamestown - Pymatuning State Park
        May. 31, 2024

        Jamestown - Pymatuning State Park

        Pymatuning Jamestown

        Quiet park. Some road noise from campsite J100 but US route 322 is lightly traveled. Typical tent site with fire ring and picnic table. Across street from bath house with shower and toilet which was clean.

      • C F.
        Camper-submitted photo from Chapman State Park
        May. 28, 2024

        Chapman State Park

        LOVE THIS PLACE!

        Hidden gem!  Love the seclusion of this campground.  Very clean restrooms.  Fantastic lake for kayaking, fishing, swimming, etc.  Currently, our favorite local escape destination!

      • LThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Jamestown - Pymatuning State Park
        May. 18, 2024

        Jamestown - Pymatuning State Park

        Weekend Getaway

        We will definitely be back. The sites are very level, so setup is a breeze. There's plenty of spots to go fishing and hang out by the lake, plus different things to do in the area.

      • CThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Red Oak Campground
        May. 16, 2024

        Red Oak Campground

        Mostly Seasonal Sites

        Park is mostly for seasonal camping with family oriented activities. Pads are gravel and grass. Campground needs general upkeep. Bathhouse needs repair or replacement. Staff is friendly and accommodating.

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        Camper-submitted photo from Hearts Content Recreation Area
        May. 12, 2024

        Hearts Content Recreation Area

        Peace and quiet

        Just stayed the weekend very big and private sites. Very few people so easy to show up and pick a site. Bathrooms were kept very clean for pit toilet. Water spigot throughout camp no elec

      • Bryan S.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Follys End Campground
        Apr. 10, 2024

        Follys End Campground

        Nice spot

        Sites aren't on top of each other. Best sites are along the river and store has lots of fishing supplies. Wifi was too weak at my tent site and Verizon service was mostly unavailable. The site has a tire rim fire pit and picnic table with electric and water. Gravel pad where I parked was nearly level. Bathroom was cleaned the day I used shower and hot water was good. Prices for the site was $31/night and this was early season. I'm in a pickup with rooftop tent.

      • Matt S.
        Camper-submitted photo from Sparrow Pond Family Campground
        Apr. 10, 2024

        Sparrow Pond Family Campground

        Great campground near Lake Erie

        We stayed at Sparrow Pond Family Campground for a special long-weekend to view the Total Solar Eclipse. Their normal season doesn’t open until later in April, but they opened for 5-days for people like us who wanted a good spot for the eclipse. Since the normal season hadn’t yet opened, not all amenities/facilities were open but they put on a lot of activities to make the stay fun. 

        THINGS I LIKED: 

        • Easy access to Lake Erie and Presque Isle State Park 

        • Clean and well-maintained property with lots of activities 

        • All of the RVs appeared well-maintained without trashy-looking seasonal sites 

        • Nice campground with friendly camping neighbors 

        • Friendly and responsive staff interactions 

        THINGS I DIDN’T LIKE SO MUCH: 

        • The site was nice and in a great location with a view of the pond, but wasn’t level 

        WOULD WE COME BACK? 

        Absolutely, this is a nice place with plenty of things to see and do in the area 

        HOW I CAME UP WITH MY STAR RATING:

        ★★★★★ everything was perfect with no room for improvement

        ★★★★ this is a great place with one or more minor flaws

        ★★★ average in all ways— not great, not horrible

        ★★ major issues or poorly maintained, we wouldn’t likely come back

        ★ a terrible place in my opinion and I’d never return



      Guide to Union City

      Camping near Union City, Pennsylvania, offers a mix of beautiful nature and family-friendly activities. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

      What to do

      • Hiking: Explore the trails at Cook Forest State Park Campground. One camper mentioned, “If you're into hiking, there's lots to see here.”
      • Fishing and Boating: At Pymatuning State Park Campground, you can enjoy fishing and boating. A reviewer said, “Beautiful lake on the Ohio/PA border. Clean bathrooms/showers. Don’t forget to feed the carp!”
      • Wildlife Watching: Red Bridge Recreation Area is great for spotting wildlife. One visitor shared, “The campground is rather hilly overall and I'm not sure it's best for kids unless they're really into fishing.”

      What campers like

      • Scenic Views: Campers love the beautiful scenery at Clear Creek State Park Campground. A reviewer noted, “We were able to turn the RV so the door/awning faced the River.”
      • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Many families enjoy the welcoming vibe at Geneva State Park Campground. One camper said, “This was my 7-year-old daughter's first camping trip, and she had a blast.”
      • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the facilities at Jamestown Campground — Pymatuning State Park. A visitor mentioned, “The wash houses scattered throughout are new and very clean.”

      What you should know

      • Reservations Recommended: Many campgrounds, like Allegany State Park, fill up quickly. A camper advised, “It is often challenging to reserve a site unless done far in advance.”
      • Limited Cell Service: Be prepared for spotty cell service in some areas. A reviewer at Pymatuning State Park Campground noted, “The only slight downside for us is weak T-mobile cell service.”
      • Wildlife Precautions: Campers should be aware of wildlife, especially at Red Bridge Recreation Area. One visitor mentioned, “Bear area...take note.”

      Tips for camping with families

      • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places like Cook Forest State Park Campground, which is described as “definitely a family-friendly campground.”
      • Plan Activities: Make sure to have a list of activities. One camper at Geneva State Park Campground shared, “We played some arcade games, putt-putt, and had ice cream.”
      • Pack Snacks: Keep snacks handy for the kids. A reviewer at Sara's Campground mentioned, “We had pizza and it was surprisingly good.”

      Tips from RVers

      • Check Site Levels: Make sure your site is level before setting up. A camper at Pymatuning State Park Campground said, “The sites are very level, so setup is a breeze.”
      • Bring Extra Firewood: Firewood can be pricey at some campgrounds. A visitor at Allegany State Park noted, “Buy firewood outside the park to save yourself some cash.”
      • Plan for Dump Stations: Be aware of where dump stations are located. A reviewer at Jamestown Campground — Pymatuning State Park mentioned, “There are potable water spigots throughout the campground.”

      Camping near Union City, PA, offers a variety of experiences for everyone. Whether you're in an RV or tent camping, there's something for you!

      Frequently Asked Questions

      • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Union City, PA?

        According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Union City, PA is Big Oak Hill with a 5-star rating from 2 reviews.

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