Top Tent Camping near Waterford, PA
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Best Tent Sites Near Waterford, PA (15)
1. Big Oak Hill
2 Reviews•6 Photos•7 SavesThis 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
2. Compass campgrounds
1 Review•12 Photos•8 SavesLocated 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
3. Warner Road Dispersed Camping in North Harmony State Forest
2 Reviews•6 Photos•17 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- ADA Access
- Tents
- Equestrian
- Dispersed
4. Wolfkiel Run Shelters
2 Reviews•29 Photos•31 Saves- Fires
- Reservable
- Tents
- Dispersed
- Trash
- Picnic Table
$8 / night
5. Shady Acres
Be the first to review!•5 Photos•4 SavesTENT 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
6. Private Island w/ Paddle Moor Co.
1 Review•1 Photo•2 Saves🏞Allegheny Riverfront camping on a private island!
Private Island 5 minutes away from Tidioute, PA.
🏕Campsites
🌳Treehouse
🏞Cabin and whole island rental
🛶Kayak rentals & shuttle available
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
- Trash
- Picnic Table
$55 - $400 / night
7. Higby's Campgrounds
Be the first to review!•11 Photos•7 SavesTent & 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!
- Electric Hookups
- Tents
8. Allegheny Wild and Scenic River
1 Review•9 SavesIn 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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9. Hidden Valley Camping Area
1 Review•3 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Tents
- Picnic Table
- WiFi
10. Danner Primitive Campground
1 Review•13 Photos•20 SavesPrimitive Camping Area; Permit required for more than one night stay.
- Pets
- Fires
- Tents
- Equestrian
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
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Recent Tent Reviews In Waterford
312 Reviews of 15 Waterford Campgrounds
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Heather E.
Guide
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
.! E !.GuideWildwood Acres
Great place to stay!
Has everything you need, amazing place to stay!
- jjoelle V.
Traveler
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!
afshar Y.
Scout
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.
Legend
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.
SUE A.Scout
Woodcock Creek Lake Park & Campground — Woodcock Creek Lake
CAMPGROUND IS CLOSED!!!!!!!!!!!
Campground is closed. Roads are a minefield! Park by the dam is nice and so are the trails across from the dam. Trails by the campground are very nice, once you get through the mine field to them.
Ed F.ScoutLampe 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.
- SSomadNomad M.Guide
FR437 dispersed campsite
FR437
nice little hideaway , it is however right across from where people have made a make shift shooting rang, which I thought to bea bonus.
- DDenise D.Traveler
Warner Road Dispersed Camping in North Harmony State Forest
Not sure you can camp overnight
Like the other review, this site has a lot of litter. Clearly people are camping here at times but there are posted signs that say Day Use Only. It was quiet and dark.
Fred R.
Ranger
Indian Creek RV and Camping Resort, A Sun RV Resort
Back again 2024 July 4
Again it is a nice large place with activities all day for all ages. Pool was great due to temps being in the 90s. Not all sites are full hookup and 50 Amp. The street lights suck as they fully illuminated our sites. Fireworks were OK.
Rose S.TravelerWarner 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.
- CChristopher M.Scout
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!
- Robert L.Traveler
MillBrook Resort
Pretty nice
We stayed here with our Coast to Coast membership, so it was good for that price. The main restroom/shower house is attached to the office. There are 5 restrooms with flush toilet and hand sanitizer scattered around the park. Most all of the sites are back in. We stayed at a site that shares a pole with water and electric hookups with 3 others. The first time I connected to the internet at our site, it connected right away with good quality. For about 30 seconds. I never got internet at our site again. It is good in the game room by the office, but there isn't anywhere with air conditioning to sit. AT&T has one bar of signal. Many problems getting internet with that. We did enjoy the indoor pool. Until it became crowded with kids. So, we went to the swimming pond. It was quite nice. We took out a paddle boat. They offer paddle boats, canoes, and rowboat to use for free. The one we had wouldn't steer. We went in circles to the right in the middle of the lake for 45 minutes before we got it back to the dock. I think it needs more trees.
- DDanielScout
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.
- CChelsea W.Traveler
Virginia's Beach Campground
Beautiful place!
There really aren’t words! Everything is clean, quiet and serene! The people that work there we super friendly! Can’t wait to go back!
- TTracy F.Scout
Linesville Campground
Clean and Spacious
The Tuttle Campground was enjoyable. It is a well maintained park with big spacious spots.
- MMichael B.Traveler
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.Scout
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!
- LLuke K.Scout
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.
- JJoe I.Guide
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.ScoutFollys 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.Legend
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
- tthomas B.Scout
Big Oak Hill
Wonderful hill
It is a newly created campsite that is located on top of a hill with a big oak tree. The campsite is accessible by drive-in, but you may need a 4-wheel drive vehicle if there has been rain. I really like geometry dash scratch because it's interesting. The host is super-responsive and helpful. I really like this hill. The landscapes are wonderful. Hope that I will have a chance to return to it in the future.
- NNick B.Guide
Minister Creek Campground
Great spot with a mix of established spots and dispersed sites
This is a great spot! We went mid October and it was packed, we got one of the last dispersed spots while all the established spots were taken by mid afternoon on Friday. Easy access to hiking trails right from camp. Not a ton of distance between sites but everyone around us was quiet and chill.
Ashley F.Legend
Snug Harbor Retreat
New Listing
Ashley here with The Dyrt - we're happy to welcome this listing to our site. Check them out and come back to leave a review.
Owen I.Guide
Adventure Bound Shenango Valley
Staff Was Rude
The Staff Was rude and called our camper too long when it is only 34 feet!
- SStephanie S.Scout
Jamestown - Pymatuning State Park
Labor Day weekend
Campground was clean and well maintained. Only issue we ran into was that the fire pit was not cleaned out after the last folks. It wasn’t a huge deal but there we had quite a bit of debris and wet ash to deal with. The wash houses scattered throughout are new and very clean. The one across from our site had 4 private bathrooms with a toilet and shower. Very well patrolled and tons of stuff to do within biking/running/driving distance.
Guide to Waterford
Camping near Waterford, Pennsylvania, offers a mix of beautiful nature and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.
What to do:
- Hiking: Explore the scenic trails at Cook Forest State Park Campground. One camper mentioned, "If you're into hiking, there's lots to see here."
- Fishing: Enjoy fishing at Pymatuning State Park Campground. A visitor noted, "Beautiful lake on the Ohio/PA border. Clean bathrooms/showers. Don’t forget to feed the carp!"
- Kayaking: Take your kayak to Minister Creek Campground for a fun day on the water. One reviewer said, "There are so many gorgeous hike-in sites it was hard to choose!"
What campers like:
- Spacious sites: Campers appreciate the roomy sites at Geneva State Park Campground. A guest shared, "The site was wooded and ample, with plenty of distance between us and our neighbors."
- Family-friendly atmosphere: Many families enjoy the welcoming vibe at Sara's Campground. One camper mentioned, "Even during the week, there are kids everywhere."
- Clean facilities: Campers often comment on the cleanliness of the restrooms and showers at Jamestown Campground — Pymatuning State Park. A visitor noted, "The wash houses scattered throughout are new and very clean."
What you should know:
- Limited amenities: Some campgrounds, like Minister Creek Campground, have basic facilities. A reviewer said, "There is a water tap and vaulted toilets, but no showers."
- Busy during peak season: Expect crowds at popular spots like Lake Erie State Park Campground. One camper shared, "The campground was very crowded the night we were there."
- Wildlife encounters: Be prepared for wildlife at Red Bridge Recreation Area - Allegheny National Forest. A visitor mentioned, "We had visits from wildlife, which was great; the bear boxes help protect the food."
Tips for camping with families:
- Choose family-friendly campgrounds: Look for places like Cook Forest State Park Campground, which is noted for being family-friendly. One camper said, "This is definitely a family-friendly campground."
- Plan activities: Make sure to have a list of activities, like hiking and fishing, to keep everyone entertained. A camper at Geneva State Park Campground mentioned, "This was my daughter’s first camping trip, and she had a blast."
- Pack snacks and drinks: Keep everyone happy with plenty of snacks. A visitor at Sara's Campground noted, "We had pizza and it was surprisingly good."
Tips from RVers:
- Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site you choose. A camper at Pymatuning State Park Campground said, "Plenty of spots for both RV people and tent."
- Look for full hookups: If you need full hookups, check out Mosquito Lake State Park Campground. One reviewer mentioned, "The campground is busy and very popular, but the crew is super efficient."
- Be mindful of cell service: Some areas may have weak cell service. A visitor at Pymatuning State Park Campground noted, "The only slight downside for us is weak T-mobile cell service."
Camping near Waterford, Pennsylvania, has something for everyone, from families to RVers. Enjoy the great outdoors and make some lasting memories!
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