Established Camping
Keystone State Park Campground
Keystone State Park Campground, near Derry, Pennsylvania, is a fantastic spot for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors with a mix of comfort and adventure. The campground offers a variety of sites, including options for tents, RVs, cabins, and even glamping, so you can choose what suits your style best.
Visitors rave about the clean facilities and the well-kept grounds, making it a pleasant place to unwind. Many campers appreciate the shaded sites, especially on the Hillside Loop, which provides a quieter experience away from the busier Lakeside Loop. As one happy camper put it, “Very clean park and shower house does not have the timed showers of Lakeside,” highlighting the convenience of the amenities here.
Outdoor activities abound, with opportunities for hiking, swimming, biking, and kayaking right at your fingertips. The nearby lake is a popular spot for fishing and has a designated swimming area, perfect for cooling off on warm days. Plus, there’s a little store on-site for snacks and drinks, so you won’t have to venture far for supplies.
While some sites can feel a bit snug for larger campers, the overall vibe is friendly and welcoming. Whether you’re planning a family trip or a weekend escape with friends, Keystone State Park Campground has everything you need for a memorable outdoor experience.
Description
State Park
The 1,200-acre Keystone State Park is great for day-trips and family vacations year round. Camping, modern cabins, many trails, and a lake are all within walking distance, providing an ideal setting for wildlife watching or outdoor adventures.
The park is within easy driving distance from the Pittsburgh metropolitan area, the Laurel Highlands, and their many attractions.
About 100 tent and trailer sites are available from the first Friday in April to the third Sunday of October.
Lakeside Campground is adjacent to the lake. Hillside Campground is in a more remote area of the park and accommodates those camping with pets.
Both campgrounds have a modern bathhouse. A sanitary dump station is available. Shower facilities may not be available after October 1.
The 11 modern cabins are available year round. They are located near the breast of the dam between the two campgrounds.
Three cottages, located in Lakeside Campground, sleep five people in bunk beds.
Two yurts are located in Lakeside Campground.
These round, canvas, and wood-walled tents have a wooden deck and sleep five people in bunk beds.
Location
Keystone State Park Campground is located in Pennsylvania
Directions
The park is in Derry Township, Westmoreland County, three miles from the intersection of PA 981 and US 22. The park office is on SR 1018 (Keystone Park Road). The campground and cabins are on Stone Lodge Road and can be reached from Slag Road (T 860).
Address
1150 Keystone Park Road
Derry, PA 15627
Coordinates
40.37200032 N
79.38300054 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Stay Connected
- WiFiAvailable
- VerizonGood
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
- Yurts
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 38 min from Pittsburgh
- 41 min from Johnstown
- 1 hr 3 min from Altoona
- 1 hr 16 min from Morgantown