Best Tent Camping near West Sunbury, PA

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Best Tent Sites Near West Sunbury, PA (7)

    Camper-submitted photo from Danner Primitive Campground
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    1. Danner Primitive Campground

    1 Review
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    21 Saves
    Kennerdell, Pennsylvania

    Primitive Camping Area; Permit required for more than one night stay.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Tents
    • Equestrian
    • Drinking Water
    • Toilets
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    2. Quiet and Secluded

    2 Reviews
    11 Photos
    4 Saves
    Mercer, Pennsylvania

    It's pretty dark here. There are no large cities anywhere around here.

    My family moved here in 1957 and I purchased it from my father in 1975.

    My wife is responsible for much of the landscaping and home improvements that have been done since 1990.

    We are retired self-employed.

    Perfect for families and friends who want to have a private, spacious camping area.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents

    $22 - $75 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Mountain View Camps

    3. Mountain View Camps

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    Kittanning, Pennsylvania

    Short on time? Don't feel like spending half of your free time setting up camp? 32 foot Winnebago already set up and leveled so you can go straight to exploring the area. Come enjoy camping, hiking, hunting, boating, fishing, swimming and much more at this site nestled amongst game lands #287 and the Allegheny river. 2000 acres of game land to explore, half mile from the Erie to Pittsburgh bike trails. Stay for hunting season or launch your boat onto the Allegheny river. 1 mile from Ben Franklin Range.

    * New addition On-demand hot water heater

    *Now for sale RV starting at $19,500 come stay and see if you want to leave with it.

    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Cabins
    • Firewood Available

    $20 - $70 / night

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    4. Pioneer Trails Tree Farm Campground

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    29 Saves
    Struthers, Ohio

    Pioneer Trails Tree Farm has 35 acres of beautiful fir, spruce, and pine trees to explore. Pioneer Trails Tree Farm has been serving Ohio and Western Pennsylvania for over 30 years, the Perdulla family welcomes your family this camping season!

    Reserve Your Space – Camping Season Opens May 1st. Primitive camping sites are available May 1st - October 31st for those wanting to escape the daily grind to get a bit of country peace and quiet.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Trash

    $35 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Wolfkiel Run Shelters — Oil Creek State Park
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    5. Wolfkiel Run Shelters — Oil Creek State Park

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    31 Saves
    Titusville, Pennsylvania
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Dispersed
    • Trash
    • Picnic Table

    $8 / night

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        7. Cow Run Shelters — Oil Creek State Park

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        Rouseville, Pennsylvania

        This shelter is an Adirondack style lean-to shelter with a stone fireplace.

        The backpacking shelter and tent sites can hold 4 people per site. A group can be no larger than 12 people and requires purchase of enough sites to accommodate your group.

        • Reservable
        • Tents
        • Group
        • Cabins
        • Picnic Table
        • Toilets
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      Recent Tent Reviews in West Sunbury

      418 Reviews of 7 West Sunbury Campgrounds


      • Nicole L.
        Camper-submitted photo from Cook Forest State Park Campground
        Nov. 1, 2024

        Cook Forest State Park Campground

        Beautiful

        Cooks forest is absolutely gorgeous. I look forward to returning as there are a lot of hiking opportunities we missed. We stayed in the pet friendly area, which was nice. There is a pet trail through the woods that was really great to take our dog rather than walking around the campground. Our site was right next to a drinking water spigot and a path to the bath house. The sites near ours were in a wooded area, which felt more private than many of the other sites we saw. There was a fore pit and a picnic table. Our fire pit was behind where the camper was parked, which also felt more private. There is no alcohol permitted in PA state parks, so alcohol is prohibited in the campground as well. It was a great spot, and we look forward to returning.

      • Clinton C.
        Camper-submitted photo from Buttercup Woodlands Campground
        Oct. 7, 2024

        Buttercup Woodlands Campground

        Caveat Emptor

        I came up for an event at the farm show grounds(yes the event you’re thinking of). I made a reservation and paid in full the day after it was announced 6 days beforehand. I got a call the day before Friday stating that I wasn’t able to check in until 1PM and the latest was 8PM. I asked if I could park there before the event and deal with it later. The owner reluctantly agreed, however said that my vehicle would be towed if I came after 8. He also stated that I couldn’t check in early or wait a little. Gates closed at 1; and was over at 8 and couldn’t leave the parking lot until 10. Needless to say I just drove home 3 hours instead. Mind you the“campground” is a quarter mile from the farm show grounds. I honestly just wanted somewhere to rest my eyes for a couple of hours in my car before I left early on the morning. I understand that places like this have policies, however this was probably the largest congregation of people Butler and the Farm Show has ever hosted. There was 10s of thousands of people in town and as a bonus the rounds were closed to due construction. If you lean even a little right, caveat emptor. The guy knew exactly what was doing. This will be the most expensive$35 this guy ever stole.

      • Aaron B.
        Camper-submitted photo from Beaver Creek State Park Campground
        Sep. 20, 2024

        Beaver Creek State Park Campground

        Warm Days, Cool Nights--No Frills Camping

        When you pull into Beaver Creek Family Campground you pretty much have two choices: either you go left into multiple Pine tree sites or right into two cabins and more RV friendly open sites.  A few of the RV sites have electric, but no water for their tanks.  I suggest the pine sites for any tent or hammock campers.  I stayed in one of the first set of 3 pine sites numbered 43, 44, and 45.  There is some brush and cover between these sites, but each has a pull in parking pad.  If 45 was occupied with a RV, 44 would not be as nice as it was.  Backing into 44 and 45 would be tricky as well.  To be fair any larger RV that came in better know how to get through tight quarters.

        The back area of each of those 3 sites looked best to get even ground for a tent.  My buddy hung his hammock between the tree to the left of the picnic bench and to a tree back and left in the picture of site 44.  Site was fairly clean, but be sure to move the pine tree duff away from the fire pits to be safe. 

        Probably the nicest pit toilets I have experienced and while we didn't use, it the sun shower building would give anyone privacy if they had packed a portable shower.  Lots of trails to choose from and the pioneer village in the state park gives you many options to spend the day.  Had some luck fishing at the Canoe/Kayak area in the South East area of the park close to the Group Camp Sites.

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        Camper-submitted photo from Pioneer Trails Tree Farm Campground
        Sep. 8, 2024

        Pioneer Trails Tree Farm Campground

        Perfect setting at the tree farm. 9/7/24

        I'm bicycle touring across the United States. First time user of dyrt. My first camping location and review. Camping in a tree farm has been cool!

        I called the number listed and left a message. See the friendly manager walking the farm. He says they no longer offer the camping service due to low guest attendence. Since I've got no place else to camp, I offer to pay for the spot. Weather was a factor. So he let me stay.

        Clean bathroom. Office to charge electronics and a campsite with firepit was great. Nice and quiet here also.

        I do hope more people find a use for this location. The camping service needs to return. 🚲

        If not, come here during the holiday season and purchase a tree! 🌲

        Thank you!

      • 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.

      • Owen I.
        Camper-submitted photo from Wolfs Camping Resort
        Aug. 13, 2024

        Wolfs Camping Resort

        Yet Another Perfect Trip To Wolf's!

        Wolf's Camping Resort Is The Perfect Campground For Family's To Stay At With Its large Swimming Pool And It's Large Game room It is prefect for kids young and old! It has a large store with helpful employees and it sits on a large plot of land that includes a small mini golf corse and a full sized 18 hole golf course with many activities and themed weekends that you can find on their Facebook it is the perfect place to come!

      • Kevin C.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Millstone Creek Campground
        Aug. 11, 2024

        Millstone Creek Campground

        Camping by the river

        Many disbursed spots along the river over several miles. Size od camping spots ranges from large open fields with fire pits to spots on the shoulder of the road

        We came in on a Saturday and found one of the road side sites open. Not much traffic and very friendly people in the area.

        The river was basically brown like pudding the only signs of life were insects. While a very beautiful area, the river was king of yucky looking.

      • Michele S.
        Camper-submitted photo from Bear Run Campground
        Jul. 5, 2024

        Bear Run Campground

        Can’t wait to go back

        I took my 7yo son last year for his first time camping. He absolutely loved it!!! Everyone was very nice & the heated pool & campstore are great. He especially enjoyed the “rock mining”. He keeps wanting to go back to get the motherload bag to mine!

      • 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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        Camper-submitted photo from Gaslight Campgrounds
        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.

      • D
        Camper-submitted photo from Clear Creek State Park Campground
        Jun. 2, 2024

        Clear Creek State Park Campground

        Camping right on the River with nice trails.

        First time staying at Clear Creek State Park and had a spot just below where the Creek empties into the River.  We were able to turn the RV so the door/awning faced the River.  We saw a two different Merganser mamas with young, a green heron fishing, and a bald eagle go up the River.  We were right across from the showerhouse but noise was minimal.  Our dog had the riverbank to explore on her camp leash of course.  Hiking above the campground was very nice and we did an easy loop of almost 6 miles.  Mountain Laurels were in bloom.  Very clean park.  Showerhouse was well-kept.  Bringing the kayaks next time.

      • K
        Camper-submitted photo from Indian Brave Campground
        May. 29, 2024

        Indian Brave Campground

        Our Happy Place

        We live in Oregon and our son and family live in Zelienople. We have stayed here in 2019, 2021, 2023 and now 2024. The owners and staff are wonderful, right on top of things. We enjoy spending time with our son and his family in Zeli and Harmony as well as the other Villages around. Highly recommend IBCG to everyone (until we can't get a spot!)

      • Clean Slate D.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground
        May. 29, 2024

        Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground

        Great spot for families and quiet

        We've stayed here twice, and both times have been great. The only downside for us is that we're full-time and this is close to "home." We don't really use the amenities, so we can't validate having to pay for anyone to visit us only at our rv. We understand the policy as camp hosts ourselves. People abuse areas and will bring 30 people to a place like this. It is beautifully set up with a small lake for swimming, playgrounds, pavillions, games, events, music etc. Level gravel sites with really great grassy areas. We stayed memorial weekend and it was quiet by 9 every night. They do a great job keeping the park looking beautiful. Reasonable rates.

      • jThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Indian Brave Campground
        May. 12, 2024

        Indian Brave Campground

        Perfect little campground

        This campground was perfect for what we needed to accomplish! As first time travel trailer owners, they helped us accomplish our first trip away! Upon calling to book a site, we mentioned this was our first trip, they made the utmost effort to accommodate us with all of our needs. They escorted us to our campsite (which was larger than most) and made sure we had plenty of help getting backed in and set up! The front office and store was tiny but had a few essentials in case you forgot or didn’t have things. The site was quiet and even though you were close to your neighbors it didn’t feel like it to us! The atmosphere seemed friendly among the other campers and they were all willing to lend a helping hand where needed. They definitely made our first trip a huge success!

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        Camper-submitted photo from Smith Grove
        May. 4, 2024

        Smith Grove

        Quit oark

        We love staying here when we visit family in Butler it’s a quiet family run park . It is very affordable and bathrooms are clean

      • Owen I.
        Camper-submitted photo from Rose Point Park Cabins & Camping
        May. 2, 2024

        Rose Point Park Cabins & Camping

        Perfect Campground, Yet Again We Stayed For Their Halloween Weekend

        Everything Was Perfect

        The Day before they Called us to make sure that we were still coming and to confirm the reservation and offered us a FREE site upgrade! it is the little thing that count and  we said yes! It was one of their deluxe patio sites ,super nice patio with concrete pad and Nice Picnic Table! Site was Super Large And Was Perfect For A larger rig! Our Rig is only about 34 feet long but still perfect. 

        Halloween Events

        • Pumpking Carving Contest
        • Voting On Pumpkins (Carved)
        • Campstore Sales
        • T-Shirts And Apparel (Halloween Versions)
        • Dance Party
      • Jennifer N.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Mountain Top Campground
        Apr. 15, 2024

        Mountain Top Campground

        Incredible views

        Mountain Top was off the beaten path and very quiet. The check in process was easy and our site was flat. We had the most amazing views from our site. Water and electricity were easy to access and hook up. Bathhouse was clean. Only disappointment was that the showers were coin operated, so you not only needed cash on hand but then had to turn those into special coins for the shower. They had both ice and firewood available that was self service.

      • richard C.
        Camper-submitted photo from Mountain View Camps
        Apr. 10, 2024

        Mountain View Camps

        Good times had by all

        Great place to stay close to hiking trails and fishing spots. Hit the mountain bike track, explore the ruins on the game lands, and might even see an albino fawn.

      • Kevin C.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Raccoon Creek State Park Campground
        Feb. 25, 2024

        Raccoon Creek State Park Campground

        Large, Mostly Rustic

        My family stayed here over the Labor Day weekend a few years back. It was a relaxing time in a campground that is mostly shaded which I prefer. However, there weren't that many electric sites overall and they were very unlevel. The campground overall is very hilly and the swimming area is almost too far to walk to with young kids. Not going to lie, but this is one of the few campgrounds that we aren't in a big hurry to return to. But if you're looking for a place close to Pittsburgh that can be quiet depending on when you go, this might be right for you.


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        According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near West Sunbury, PA is Danner Primitive Campground with a 5-star rating from 1 review.

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