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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Windsor Heights, WV

298 Reviews

Fernwood State Forest's Hidden Hollow Campground welcomes pets at its free, self-register campground outside Bloomingdale, Ohio, approximately 35 miles from Windsor Heights. The 22 paved sites include picnic tables and fire rings, providing an economical option for camping with dogs. Pets must remain on leash and under control while exploring the campground and nearby hiking trails. Tomlinson Run State Park Campground, located in New Cumberland, West Virginia, offers pet-friendly accommodations including tent sites, RV spots, cabins, glamping options, and yurts. The campground operates seasonally from April through October and provides amenities such as drinking water, electric hookups, showers, and toilets. Grand Vue Park in West Virginia similarly permits pets throughout its facilities, offering a variety of accommodation types from tent camping to cabins and yurts with full hookups. Constant gunfire from the nearby range at Fernwood is the primary complaint among campers with sensitive pets.

Dog owners camping at these locations benefit from multiple trail options and outdoor activities. The orange-blazed trail behind site 10 at Hidden Hollow provides an easy hiking path, though several downed trees may obstruct certain sections. Grand Vue Park features extensive recreational facilities beyond its camping areas, with staff who provide excellent recommendations for local attractions and pet-friendly dining options. Campers praise the park's shuttle service, which uses convenient code access rather than key cards. Ronsheim Campground at Harrison State Forest offers another free primitive camping option with pets allowed, featuring a fishing pond and pit toilets approximately 25 miles from Windsor Heights. The campground is well-maintained despite its basic facilities, though limited cell service should be expected. Weather in the region can vary dramatically by season, making spring and fall the most comfortable times for camping with pets.

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Windsor Heights, West Virginia (61)

    1. Hidden Hollow Campground — Fernwood State Forest

    11 Reviews
    Valley View, OH
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 266-6021

    "Very well kept, completely free 1st come campground just outside the very small town of Bloomingdale, OH. Pit toilets and no source of safe, clean water anymore."

    "The campground is situated near shooting ranges so the gunfire lasts late into the evening and begins early in the morning disrupting the serenity a bit.

    The best part - it's free!"

    2. Raccoon Creek State Park Campground

    49 Reviews
    Clinton, PA
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (724) 899-2200

    $18 - $128 / night

    "While most of the campgrounds in the park are no pets- there are 2 loops that allow your furry companions! Loop F includes electric spots!"

    "There's a trail right to the beach near the D loop, so it's a great place for families to go with pets. The sites are big, wooded, and all close to the bathroom."

    3. Barkcamp State Park Campground

    18 Reviews
    St. Clairsville, OH
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 484-4064

    "Vault type toilets, the pad was narrow so you had to pay attention when exiting the camper, most of the site are on a hill...there are a handful flatter spaces.  "

    "No issues with the staff or other campers, the park seems nice but the lake is underwhelming. Liked being far away from the main road and it was nice and quiet."

    4. Tomlinson Run State Park Campground

    19 Reviews
    New Manchester, WV
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 564-3651

    $28 - $40 / night

    "Tomlinson Run is a nice little state park in the northern panhandle of West Virginia. Has a little store, dump station, most sites are 30amp and they have added a few 50 amp sites."

    "Pets are welcome.  Facilities are older but well kept.  Bathhouse is heated with showers that have a fiberglass tub surround, not concrete.  Nice hiking trails that connect through the campground. "

    5. Austin Lake RV Park & Cabins

    9 Reviews
    New Cumberland, OH
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 544-5253

    $70 - $250 / night

    "Adjacent to the lake. Multiple amenities close by. Plenty of activities for the family. Great family owned campground."

    "Kart friendly and great spots all along the main strip, lake side and creek side."

    6. Grand Vue Park

    4 Reviews
    Moundsville, WV
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 845-9810

    $15 - $225 / night

    "A cute restaurant is close by along with restrooms and showers that are also brand new. Firewood is for sale at the main office for $20 and they deliver to you."

    "so not fiddling around with a Fob or keycard!"

    7. Jefferson Lake State Park Campground

    7 Reviews
    Valley View, OH
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 765-4459

    "Tucked away in southeastern Ohio is a gem of a park for camping, hiking and horse camping. Clean water, restrooms, playground, sand volleyball and basketball court."

    "Enjoyed fairly level pads, very clean vault toilets, beautiful grounds and walking trails."

    8. Whispering Pines Family Campground

    3 Reviews
    Washington, PA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (724) 222-9830

    9. Ronsheim Campground — Harrison State Forest

    3 Reviews
    Bloomingdale, OH
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 266-6021

    "It’s nothing much, there isn’t much in the way of activity save a few trails."

    "Gun range nearby."

    10. Washington-Pittsburgh SW KOA

    10 Reviews
    Washington, PA
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (724) 225-7590

    "Very conveniently located off the interstate. Follow the signs to the campground NOT the GPS in order to avoid some narrow and sharp turn roads. Staff were super friendly!"

    "Easy highway access great for overnight travel"

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  • Staci R.
    Oct. 26, 2017

    Salt Fork State Park Campground

    The right side of the fork

    Dog park!! and right on the lake!! Found this by mistake on our way out, and the dogs loved it. Access to lake, a beach, well fenced. I would give Salt Fork SP extra stars for this one, especially if there were campsites co-located.

    Camp ground is easily accessible being just 6 miles from I70, leaving the convenience of Cambridge and city amenities close by while allowing for great trails and solitude. Stayed in campground A, and the front end has little shade, but being here in autumn was perfect for lots of sunshine on site. Sites with trees for tree tents is minimal. Drinking fountains are dispersed fairly frequently throughout campground, but RV hookups with water were limited during my stay. Shower houses and comfort houses all have flushers and sinks.

    TICK WARNING!!!! After a morning hike down wooded Trail, we spent A LONG TIME pulling ticks from dogs...even though the temps were in the 30's overnight and everyone was treated with flea & tick protection.

  • Kellie A.
    May. 24, 2021

    Salt Fork State Park Campground

    My Go-to Weekend Getaway

    Saltfork is located about 45 minutes from my house, and makes for the perfect overnight trip. 

    There are tons of things to do, and lots of space in which to do them. My favorites includes hiking trails, and the lakeside dog park. 

    I stay in the primitive camping, it allows for more privacy and quiet. Although it also means you are relegated to the pit toilets. I personally don't mind them, but I know some campers will make the drive to the nicer shower house in the RV heavy side of the park. 

    Each site has a picnic table and fire ring, the fire rings in the primitive section need some work, as the grates are very old and small.

  • Kathleen H.
    Jul. 10, 2022

    Raccoon Creek State Park Campground

    Pet friendly campsite, with electric

    While most of the campgrounds in the park are no pets- there are 2 loops that allow your furry companions! Loop F includes electric spots! Loved seeing the 'neighbors' dogs get excited and curious when I walked my 4-legged best friend around the site. Clean area , close to a modern bathroom (a few stalls & even 2 showers!) Looking forward to going back at the end of the month.

  • B
    Jul. 4, 2023

    Washington-Pittsburgh SW KOA

    Awesome staff!

    Very conveniently located off the interstate. Follow the signs to the campground NOT the GPS in order to avoid some narrow and sharp turn roads. Staff were super friendly! Front desk staff were knowledgeable and and helpful. We had some issues with our power, and Larry was at our site within minutes to fix it. Big open dog park! There are only a few shaded spots. Spot width was a little narrow where we stayed (on the hill), but perfect for a quick overnight stay. Bathrooms were fairly clean, laundry was nice. The pool looked very well maintained.

  • M
    Aug. 3, 2020

    Raccoon Creek State Park Campground

    Let a Local Give You The Scoop!

    In the past 5 years, I've made 13 trips to Raccoon Creek State Park and spent 16 nights in a tent there. It is my local state park and I can tell you lots about it.

    The D loop is really great tent camping at Raccoon Creek State Park. It's tents only, no RVs. So it gets a really fun, party vibe on Saturday nights during the summer. There's a trail right to the beach near the D loop, so it's a great place for families to go with pets. The sites are big, wooded, and all close to the bathroom.

    The C loop, however, doesn't take pets (which stinks). When we have our dogs with us, we gravitate towards the C loop. It's fine, but it's not as fun as the D loop.

    When we don't make a reservation and we have our dog, we end up in the F loop. It's not our preference (but--let's be clear--even the worst site in the F loop is better than NO trip!).

  • S
    May. 27, 2018

    Raccoon Creek State Park Campground

    Great outdoor getaway from the city life!

    I started camping at Raccoon back in the 60's as a little person with my family. Hadn't been for several decades, but finally got back with my husband and cats the past couple of years. Great park ony a 1/2 hour outside of Pittsburgh. The campground has something for everyone - RV sites with electric (although I wouldn't recommend bringing your 40' rig...sites can be a tad on the smaller side) or secluded sites just for tenting. Restrooms are clean and well maintained. Two loops allow pets F and B, but only some sites in F have electric, so be sure to check if that is what you need. There are many hiking trails that are not too strenuous or you can take a 10 mile trip around the lake. Lots of birds for viewing, particularly near the beach. You can put in your kayak or fish on the shore at the fairly large lake. Boats do require a launch pass which you can obtain from the park office. And don't miss the Wildflower Preserve if you are there in May or late summer! Great place to take the family and relax in nature!

  • m
    Jul. 8, 2021

    Tomlinson Run State Park Campground

    Nice little state park

    Tomlinson Run is a nice little state park in the northern panhandle of West Virginia. Has a little store, dump station, most sites are 30amp and they have added a few 50 amp sites. Most sites are gravel/dirt, Handicapped sites are blacktop. State Park has many hiking/biking trails, a swimming pool, mini golf, paddle boat rentals, fishing, and a couple parks for kids. Enjoyable and mostly quiet park.

  • m
    Sep. 14, 2021

    Tomlinson Run State Park Campground

    Nice little State Park

    Tomlinson Run is a small state park situated in the northern panhandle of West Virginia nestled between eastern Ohio and western Pennsylvania. Plenty of things to do there including but not limited to…. Mini golf, hiking trails, biking, swimming, fishing, paddle boats, parks for the kids, and of course the camping. The campsites here are mainly gravel pads with the exception being the asphalt handicapped spots (2). Most spots are 30 amp with a few 50 amp (new for 2021). The park also has a few primitive spots available and some yurts and cabins to rent. I have a 38’ fifth wheel and the spots are tight for it (even the couple pull thru). Campground facilities are clean but dated. They state new facilities are coming soon. The campground is at the top of a hill and the spots are wooded and shaded. I would consider the camping to be spaced generously (room to stretch out). They have a small camp store and information available. A breakfast is available during peak season for a small fee. They do have water and a dump station available (free for campers to use).

  • E
    Sep. 26, 2021

    Salt Fork State Park Campground

    Cabin stay with hot tub

    Nice lodge with pool. Pet hedgehog worked the front counter. Bigfoot stuff everywhere. Okay trails.

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