Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Waterfall, PA

Searching for the best camping near Waterfall, PA? There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in. Experience some of the most stunning views that Pennsylvania camping has to offer. Find the best campgrounds near Waterfall, PA. Read reviews from campers like you and find your perfect campsite.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Waterfall, Pennsylvania (129)

    1. Cowans Gap State Park Campground

    31 Reviews
    Fort Loudon, PA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 485-3948

    $24 - $69 / night

    "Pet friendly (spaces 1-30, Campground A), nice shower houses with heat, well laid out beach, beach house, watercraft rentals, friendly park rangers & staff, and in the center of trails galore!"

    "Pets allowed only on a certain portion of the A loop."

    2. Seven Points (PA)

    22 Reviews
    Hesston, PA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (877) 444-6777

    $28 - $200 / night

    "This campground is located on the east side of Pennsylvania and offers a beautiful view of Lake Raystown. The campground has over 200 sites to choose from, and many of them are right on the water."

    "Ridge camp is the furthest away from the marina and the public swimming area. However it's the closest to the Allegrippis Trail system and from the entrance of the camp loop there is a trail head!"

    3. Lake Raystown Resort

    13 Reviews
    Entriken, PA
    13 miles
    Website

    "Both RV sites and lots to rent to pitch your own tent, fishing, huge lake with beach, lots of activities for the kids throughout the summer, one of the nicest parks we have camped at!"

    "Fantastic lake side camping resort. Best for campers or using their cabins but it has freeway access to the lake and beautiful views."

    4. Raystown Lake / Saxton KOA at Four Seasons

    7 Reviews
    Saxton, PA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 477-1005

    $100 / night

    "The pavilion where all those activities happened were right next to our site (22 with the doggie den)."

    "The staff here at Raystown Lake/Saxton KOA are great. They a friendly, willing to help anyway they can, and keep the place spotless."

    5. Susquehannock

    11 Reviews
    Calvin, PA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 658-6806

    $25 - $32 / night

    "We camped at Suquehannock for the first time in August 2020 and had a fantastic time with our dog!"

    "We ended up with spot 3, which was on a cliff’s edge. So, it looked like it may be near the water, but there was no way down, and the forest obscured any view that may have been there."

    6. Trough Creek State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    Entriken, PA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 658-3847

    $27 - $29 / night

    "We wanted to be close to Raystown Lake. Trough is quiet and small. It's really great if you're looking for a spot to "rough" it (not really, but closer than most!) with the kids. Awesome sites."

    "Nice small park with gravel drives/roads and plenty of room for big rigs. All sites level with partial shade. Open, but with plently of space between sites. The trails are nice and very sceinic."

    7. Ye Olde Mill Campground

    1 Review
    Fannettsburg, PA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (717) 987-3244

    $22 - $95 / night

    8. Drooly Bear Cabin

    1 Review
    Todd, PA
    11 miles
    Website

    $100 - $250 / night

    "Pets are allowed however there is no smoking. You have to be at least 25 years old to rent the cabin. Raystown Lake is very close by and so is Trough Creek State Park."

    9. Lake Raystown Resort and Lodge

    2 Reviews
    Entriken, PA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 658-3500

    "Perfect views of the lake and very spaced out."

    10. Point Campground

    4 Reviews
    Raystown Lake, PA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (814) 658-3405

    "Wonderful views of the lake and the lake go-ers!"

    "Large sites, lake view and wooded"

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Waterfall, PA

895 Reviews of 129 Waterfall Campgrounds


  • barb C.
    Aug. 6, 2022

    Gettysburg / Battlefield KOA

    Amazing campground!

    We stayed for 10 days in a rustic cabin. Campground is well organized and clean. Tons of activities and even a hiking path. Pet friendly with small dog park. We had civil war soldiers drilling and staying the weekend we were there. Bathrooms are super clean.

  • Gary C.
    Sep. 1, 2020

    Buttonwood Campground

    Beautiful Campground

    Clean and well kept campground located 12 mile below Lewistown, Pa. As clean a campground as you will find. Staff is super friendly. Campground has two distinct levels with open spaces with few trees above and well shaded spots with large trees for shade located down along Juniata River. Great place for fishing, tubing or just getting wet. Campground has many activities for kids. On site is a pool, winery, dog park, office/supplies located in center of campground. WiFi is available to all. Nearly all full hook-ups with back-ins and pull-thrus available. Pets allowed. 42 mile South from State College and 48 mile North of Harrisburg on Rt 322. Highly recommend!

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 9, 2025

    Artillery Ridge Campground

    Great location and friendly staff

    We have a motorhome with no additional vehicle and two dogs, and this site couldn’t have been more perfect for us. A dog park, walking distance to most everything we wanted to see. The national park is mostly dog friendly. My husband caught a fish first day in the pond behind our site. The staff was super friendly and welcoming.

  • s
    May. 19, 2023

    Friendship Village Campground & RV Park

    Very fun place for all ages

    One of the best campgrounds I have stayed at so far the pond is nice and has a 1/2 mile walking path around it with trees and beaches to stop and sit dog park is big and has a place for small or large dogs there is 3 play grounds all different and all well kept

  • C
    Oct. 21, 2021

    Dogwood Acres Campground

    Quiet and Friendly Staff

    Clean well kept family owned campground. Located a few miles off 81, in the country surrounded by beautiful views. It’s a mix campground of seasonal campers and short term campers. Very family oriented. Very nice off leash fenced dog park.

  • Whistle P.
    May. 30, 2023

    Pioneer Lakes RV Park

    This place was not for us

    Preface: 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.

  • Regina C.
    Jun. 12, 2018

    Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park in Williamsport MD

    Great for families

    Great campground for families. Large water park that goes to 3 ft. Playgrounds, dog park, canteen, mini golf, jumping pillow, laser tag, pedal cars, gem mining are just some of the amenities. Very pricey during peak season. We did the camp & store at about $50/night.

  • P
    May. 18, 2018

    Pine Grove Furnace State Park Campground

    Favorite state park campground

    This campground is far enough away from home but at the same time close enough for a weekend camping trip. Nice level spots for RVs. A pet area as well as a non-pet area. A lake with a beach, as well as being close to the AT. Close to Gettysburg as well.

  • Casey L.
    Sep. 29, 2021

    Fowlers Hollow State Park Campground

    Quiet Peaceful Walk-to Site

    This is a small campground with about half the sites being rustic electric back-in sites and the other being rustic walk-to tent sites. We stayed in the walk-to section. A lot of them are labeled "waterfront" by the park site but ours did not live up to that criteria so be aware of that. We were hoping to be truly stream-side but were not that near to it. The bathrooms were modern and clean. The park is extremely quiet and peaceful, probably one of the most remote PA state parks we've been to. The camper side was pretty full while we were the only ones on the walk-to side. We enjoyed walking the roads and little trails around the campground and seeing the old stone fireplaces/chimneys. There was  a dog park area on the walk-to side which was nice. We liked it here.


Guide to Waterfall

Discover the best spots for pets-allowed camping near Waterfall, Pennsylvania, where you and your furry friends can enjoy the great outdoors together.

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Waterfall

  • At Cowans Gap State Park Campground, pets are welcome on designated areas, making it a great spot for hiking and exploring the scenic trails around the lake.
  • Seven Points (PA) offers a beautiful setting for swimming and fishing, with plenty of space for your dog to roam and enjoy the outdoors.
  • Lake Raystown Resort features a dog-friendly atmosphere, allowing you to take your pet along while you enjoy boating and fishing on the lake.

Dog owners appreciate the amenities

Tips for camping with dogs near Waterfall

  • Always keep your dog on a leash at Trough Creek State Park Campground to ensure their safety and the comfort of other campers.
  • Bring plenty of water and snacks for your pet when visiting Lake Raystown Family Camping, as some areas may not have immediate access to fresh water.
  • Make sure to check the specific pet policies at Branch Camp to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for you and your dog.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Waterfall, PA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Waterfall, PA is Cowans Gap State Park Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 31 reviews.

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