4 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Rose Point Park Cabins & Camping features a dedicated dog park where pets can run freely while their owners enjoy the campground's extensive amenities. This pet-friendly destination near Zelienople accommodates tents, RVs, cabins, glamping options, and yurts with full hookup sites including 50-amp electric, water, and sewer connections. Indian Brave Campground also welcomes pets at its 185 campsites, offering similar hookup options and boat access. Both campgrounds provide clean shower facilities, fire rings, and picnic tables at each site. The spacious sites at Rose Point Park are fully paved with large fishing areas nearby, making it convenient for campers traveling with dogs. Most campgrounds in the area maintain standard leash policies when pets are outside designated off-leash areas.
Raccoon Creek State Park Campground offers two pet-friendly camping loops—Loop F with electric sites and Loop B—providing alternatives for campers seeking a more natural setting. The park features multiple hiking trails accessible to leashed dogs, with a trail leading directly from the campground to the beach area. Bear Run Campground provides 300 campsites with various hookup options and welcomes pets throughout its property. Many sites in the region are not perfectly level, so campers should bring leveling blocks, especially at Raccoon Creek where spots can be quite sloped. The Zelienople area experiences typical Pennsylvania seasonal weather patterns, with most campgrounds operating from April through October, though Mountain Top Campground remains open year-round. Campers report that despite being close to Pittsburgh, these campgrounds maintain a quiet, natural atmosphere with abundant wildlife viewing opportunities.
"Very family friendly place and pets are welcome too! My son loves the horse rides on Sundays"
"The nightly RV sites are close to the park entrance and are relatively flat. The campground hosts themed events, game nights and arts& crafts."
from $30 - $300 / night
"Just pull in and grab some firewood 7.00 a 5gal bucket full and pick your site. there are 10 walk-in sites with 2 beauties down by the creek, 7 or so observation platforms you can camp on and to many to"
"We wanted a secluded site and close to Pittsburgh. We arrived around 7pm and there was no check in, we drove around for a while trying to find a spot with a fire ring per some helpful campers."
from $10 - $20 / night
"They have an Olympic sized swimming pool, nature trails, playground, basketball court, recreation hall and walking distance to harmony and all the live music and nightlife that Harmony and Zelienople have"
"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."
Campground full this weekend
from $30 - $55 / night
"Decent size dog park to let your dogs run and decent trails nearby."
"Super close to a local ice cream shop and has a great dog park and is fully paved. Large fishing area and Camp store!"
from $32 - $60 / night
"It is right next to the bike trail and has access to the lake. I have enjoyed my time at Moraine and will enjoy it every time I visit."
"In fact my family used to own property near by. This park has an awesome trail system for walking or biking"
"Pad was level and utilities were well located. Check-in & check-out were seamless.
The site amenities are dated, but it is a pretty cool campground!
We would definitely return for longer!"
Available this weekend
from $45 - $65 / night
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- 6 electric sites
- 44 non-electric sites
- Dump station
- No showers; no flush toilets
- Pets"
"Site was fairly clean, but be sure to move the pine tree duff away from the fire pits to be safe. "
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $19 - $50 / night
"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"
"We recently stayed at this campsite with our 3 very young kids and dog. What amazing views from this location!"
from $48 / night
TravelerWe LOVED our stay here! The owners are absolutely amazing & attentive. The grounds are well kept & there were plenty of wide open spaces & multiple playgrounds for our daughter to run and play.
TravelerStayed there this week during the final month of their first season. Stayed in a primitive site that did have a firepit, table, and a tent platform. Was an absolutely wonderful visit on a beautiful campground! Owners are trying to make a campground that is friendly to all provide access to anyone regardless of experience level. The planned improvements for next year's season look to only increase the already high quality of the campsites! During the warmer part of the season they include a ton of events and special occasions which my family will likely be wanting to participate in next year! They offer classes and guidance for new campers and a safe environment for everyone.
I can't say enough good things even with the short two-night stay.
ScoutThis is our second time staying here. Each time in October. We love it. Unlike most RV resorts this place is small and wooded. Has free Wi-Fi, clean bathrooms and an awesome community hub room for work from home or playing games. The weekends are busy but during the week it’s so quiet and peaceful. Close to so many attractions and parks that are part of the PA Wilds. Would definitely recommend.
ScoutPLEASE DONT GO HERE ESPECIALLY IF YOU HAVE KIDS AND IF YOUR NOT WHITE..THE OWNER IS A RACIST HYPOCRITE AND SO ARE ALL OF HER CREW AT THIS LOWLIFE CAMPGROUND. JUST BECAUSE SHE DONT DRINK AND LIKE TO HAVE FUN, SHE RUINS IT FOR ALL THE OTHER CAMPERS..YOU HAVE TO BE IN BED AT 10PM..WHAT A FRIGGING JOKE..SHE SNEAKES AROUND IN HER GOLF CART AT NIGHT AND CREEPS IN YOUR WINDOWS TO SEE WHAT YOUR DOING. THATS WHY YOUR NOT ALLOWED TO HAVE CURTAINS CLOSED .SO HER AND HER SO CALLED HYPOCRITE FRIENDS CAN SEE WHAT YOUR DOING..WE USED TO BE UP THERE UNTIL WE SAW HOW SHE TREATED AND TALKED ABOUT THE POOR LITTLE BLACK KIDS..ESPECIALLY ON CHRISTMAS IN JULY, SHE BOUGHT TOYS FOR EVERY WHITE KID UP THERE WHILE SHE WATCHED THE LITTLE BLACK KIDS CRY THEIR EYES OUT BECAUSE THEY WERE 10 MINUTES LATE TO GET THEIR GIFTS..SHE IS A WHICH IN DISQUISE..EVERY KID GOT TO RIDE THE WAGON WITH SANTA AND WHEN SHE SAW YHE BLACK KIDS ,THEY JUST PASSED THEM UP LIKE THEY DIDNT EVEN SEE THEM...HOW CRUEL CAN SOMEONE BE🤬🤬BUT THEN AGAIN, ITS HER ,SHE HATES PEOPLE HAVING FUN UP THERE.DONT DRINK AFTER HER HRS .DONT PLAY MUSIC AFTER HER HRS..DONT DO SHIT UP THERE UNLESS YOU WANT KICKED OUT THE NEXT DAY...I NEVER SEEN ANYONE SO CRUEL AND HEARTLESS
....THERES A FEW OTHER CAMPGROUNDS AROUND THE BEND .PLEASE GO THERE IF YOU DONT WANT TO CAMP IN A PRISON CAMPGROUND....SHE'LL NEVER CHANGE..MAYBE UF YOYR WHITE, SHELL BE NICE 🤣🤣🤣AND YOU WOLNT GET KICKED OUT..
ScoutThere’s no electricity and no where in walking distance and the internet isn’t great, and at night u hear raccoons in the trash cans. If you come here bring a portable phone charger. There’s really nothing here, and the bathrooms are disgusting
TravelerStayed the weekend for the first time and it wasn’t bad! There were kids playing at sites nearby but that was all the noise, highway noise at all! I like how they have a spot for your tent with a picnic table and fire ring. I was in my rooftop tent on my truck so I wish the parking spot went back a little deeper for a little more privacy. But it was nice that there was bathrooms and showers within a 1 minute walk from the site! Also it says on here there is no AT&T signal, that’s not true…it’s not great but there is a bar or 2 at times!
ScoutWe just bought our first RV and couldn’t ask for a better first time experience!!! Lori and Fred were absolutely awesome. Great clean facilities and pool. Lots of new upgrades and updates. Gorgeous creek and pond and an absolutely amazing set of neighbors! I loved it there and will absolutely be going back!
ScoutThe park is beautiful, unlevel shade sites; is challenging to get the trailer level. unfortunately, the bathhouses are neglected, dark and full of mildew inside the showers. The park really needs to upgrade the bathhouses. The park itself is very nice and offers a lot of opportunities for outdoor exploration and hiking.
GuideThis is more a campground for RVs then tents or even roof top tents. Place is clean and the sites 90% of them are in the open. Very little shade. Travis runs the place and very nice and accommodating. Fire wood is 20 dollars for a massive amount.
Campgrounds near Zelienople, Pennsylvania offer varied terrain from hilltop settings to creek-side locations. The area sits approximately 40 miles north of Pittsburgh at elevations ranging from 900 to 1,200 feet above sea level. Winter camping options exist but most sites close mid-October through mid-April due to the region's heavy snowfall and freezing temperatures.
Creekside exploration: Sites at Breakneck Campground provide access to scenic water features. "There are two primitive sites next to a small creek. Apart from the campers above us on top of the hill, we were a few hundred feet from the other primitive sites. Despite being just a minutes walk from our truck, we felt incredibly secluded," notes Ben in his review.
Hiking trails access: Multiple trails connect directly from campgrounds into state parks. "From our campsite we walked along the creek into McConnells Mill State Park and joined the covered bridge trail. Approx. 30min walk along the creek down into McConnells Mill State Park," mentions Britt B. about her experience at Breakneck Campground.
Horseback riding: Some campgrounds offer unique equestrian activities. At Bear Run Campground, "My son loves the horse rides on Sundays," says Jeani B., highlighting a family-friendly weekend option not available at other campgrounds.
Themed weekends: Holiday weekends feature special programming at several locations. "Halloween weekends are a great time to visit!" mentions Terra B. about Rose Point Park Cabins & Camping, which organizes seasonal events for guests.
Quiet weekday stays: Mid-week camping offers a more peaceful experience at many properties. "My daughter and I came through here on our way from Michigan to Virginia. I think it was a Thursday night. It was quiet and beautiful," writes Jenae R. about her experience at Breakneck Campground.
Hilltop views: Elevated campsites provide scenic vistas unavailable at lower elevations. "Sites 41-48 are the best view at sunset," explains John H. about his stay at Mountain Top Campground, which sits on a prominent ridge offering valley panoramas.
Variable site privacy: Site layout and spacing differs significantly between campgrounds and loops. "The scenic campsites are very close to one another, where I could see noise being an issue for anyone that prefers the sounds of nature over their neighbors," notes Ben about Breakneck Campground's platform sites versus their more secluded primitive options.
Shower facilities: Bathroom amenities vary widely across the region. "The central bathroom, pay shower, and laundry room had ac, a couch and were quite clean," reports John H. about Mountain Top Campground, while at Harts Content Campground, shower facilities are more basic but functional.
Flood risk awareness: Some campgrounds sit in flood-prone areas requiring weather monitoring. "The campground is entirely in a flood zone. It gets so deep the locals cars have floated away," warns Jacqueline K. about her experience at Fombell Landing during heavy rain.
Activity planning: Some campgrounds offer extensive programming while others have minimal organized activities. "This campground is deceptively big! The campground hosts themed events, game nights and arts&crafts. There is a swimming pool and playground for the kids," reports Britt B. about Bear Run Campground.
Site selection for kids: Consider topography when booking with children. "Nice campground but too hilly for kids to ride bikes," advises Pam O. about Bear Run Campground, highlighting an important consideration for families with active children.
Weekend entertainment: Indian Brave Campground offers family-friendly amenities. "They have an Olympic sized swimming pool, nature trails, playground, basketball court, recreation hall and walking distance to harmony and all the live music and nightlife that Harmony and Zelienople have to offer," explains James in his review.
Site leveling: Many campgrounds in the region have uneven terrain. "The spots are well spaced out and it is family owned. The family is always out making improvements, talking with the campers, and putting on events," notes Corey L. about Mountain Top Campground, where RV sites are graded more carefully than at some other properties.
Grey water options: Unusual grey water disposal setups exist at some locations. "Grey water hookup is a long hose that has an adapter which hooks up to your black and grey tank outlet and it runs down the hillside of the mountain into the grassy area," explains Dave about the setup at Mountain Top Campground, which helps extend stays between black tank dumps.
Full hookup limitations: Not all campgrounds offer complete connections. "No black sewer hookup (does have dump station and honey wagon)," cautions James B. about Mountain Top Campground, where mobile pump services are available for longer stays.
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