Discover Camping in Pennsylvania
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Allegheny National Forest
USDA Forest Service
Near Tionesta, Pennsylvania
Established in 1923, Allegheny National Forest (ANF) is Pennsylvania’s only National Forest. Situated in the foothills of the Appalachian mountains, the ANF is composed of plateau tops with elevations up to approximately 2,300 feet and valleys down to approximately 1,000 feet above sea level. The ...
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Independence National Historical Park Tours
Independence National Historical Park
Near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
At Independence National Historic Park, the old cracked bell still proclaims "liberty," and Independence Hall still echoes the words "We the People." Explore Benjamin Franklin's Philadelphia and learn about America's past and present struggle to fulfill the Founders' declaration that "all men are cr...
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Aitch Picnic Shelter
Raystown Lake
Near James Creek, Pennsylvania
Aitch Recreation Area is located approximately near the geographic middle of Raystown Lake along the western side. The recreation area is easily accessible from US Route 26 and offers a great location for picnicking and fishing on an accessible pier.The area offers Aitch Boat Launch, James Creek Bo...
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Alosa Campsites
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
Near Bushkill, Pennsylvania
The Alosa Campsites are boat-in only sites located on the west (Pennsylvanian) shore of the Delaware River near Bushkill, Pennsylvania. The side of the river with the campsites will be on your right while traveling downstream. This section of the river offers unspoiled views, excellent boating, fi...
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Blue Marsh Lake (Dry Brooks Day Use Area)
Blue Marsh Lake
Near Reading, Pennsylvania
Located at Blue Marsh Lake northwest of Reading, Pennsylvania, three group picnic shelters are available for reservations within the Dry Brooks Day Use Area. With over 36 miles of trails, 5,000 acres of land, 1,147 acres of water, picnic areas, a small beach and boat launches, the Blue Marsh Lake a...
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Buckaloons
Allegheny National Forest
Near Irvine, Pennsylvania
Buckaloons Campground sits at the confluence of the Allegheny River, Brokenstraw Creek and Irvine Run in northwestern Pennsylvania. This 61-site campground offers access to the Allegheny Wild & Scenic River and opportunities for boating, fishing, wildlife watching, and relaxing in a quiet, country a...
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Bush Recreation Area
Loyalhanna Lake
Near Duncansville, Pennsylvania
The Bush Recreation Area is located next to the scenic Loyalhanna Lake. This location provides picturesque views of the lake as well as opportunities for bird watching, boating, fishing, hunting and paddle sports.The West Penn Trail offers excellent hiking and biking opportunities within a short 10 ...
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Blue Marsh Lake
US Army Corps of Engineers
Near Bernville, Pennsylvania
Blue Marsh Lake is a 6,100 acre-project having a 1,150-acre lake. Facilities include a day use area with swim beach, bathhouse, food concession, picnic areas, volleyball courts, pavilions available for rental; visitor center; three boat launches; and a stilling basin. Trails include a 30-mile multi-...
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Conemaugh Lake Pavilions
Conemaugh River Lake
Near Clarksburg, Pennsylvania
Tucked away amidst rolling hills, Conemaugh River Lake complements the tranquil rural countryside of southern Indiana County. Only a short drive from Pittsburgh, the project offers numerous recreational opportunities and historic resources to explore. Visitors will discover that Conemaugh's pleasant...
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Conemaugh River Lake
US Army Corps of Engineers
Near Clarksburg, Pennsylvania
An unusual endowment of cultural resources attract visitors to Conemaugh Dam. Adjacent to the Dam site Recreation Area, historical development is currently underway with the construction of the Trail of Transportation History and the Tunnel view Historic Site. The riverside trail follows the towpa...
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Corbin'S Island Picnic Shelter
Raystown Lake
Near Huntingdon, Pennsylvania
Corbin's Island Recreation Area is located at the northern end of Raystown Lake, just downstream from the Raystown Dam. The recreation area is easily accessible from US Route 22 and offers a great location for picnicking, fishing, and floating down the river.Corbin's Island offers one group shelter...
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Cowanesque Lake
US Army Corps of Engineers
Near Lawrenceville, Pennsylvania
This Corps project located near the New York state line in North Central Pennsylvania provides a 1,085-acre lake with 17 miles of shoreline for use by campers and day trippers.
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Crooked Creek Lake
Crooked Creek Lake
Near Ford City, Pennsylvania
Authorized by the Flood Control Acts of 1936 and 1938, Crooked Creek Lake is one of 16 flood control projects in the Pittsburgh District. An important link in a system of flood control projects, Crooked Creek provides flood protection for the lower Allegheny and Ohio rivers. The construction cost of...
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Crooked Creek Lake
US Army Corps of Engineers
Near Ford City, Pennsylvania
Crooked Creek Rangers developed the Corps' first Auto Tour Trail. The trail takes in the local history of Armstrong County and local townships. Visitors are provided information on the one room schools of 1867, the first water-powered sawmill and depreciation lands awarded soldiers of the America...
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Crooked Creek Lake Pavilions
Crooked Creek Lake
Authorized by the Flood Control Acts of 1936 and 1938, Crooked Creek Lake is one of 16 flood control projects in the Pittsburgh District. An important link in a system of flood control projects, Crooked Creek provides flood protection for the lower Allegheny and Ohio rivers. The construction cost of...
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Dewdrop
Allegheny National Forest
Near Warren, Pennsylvania
Dewdrop Campground sits on the Kinzua Arm of the Allegheny Reservoir in northwest Pennsylvania, offering a popular getaway for boaters and families. This large campground offers 74 reservable family campsites that include a picnic table, fire ring and tent pad. Flush toilets, drinking water and a d...
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Damsite and Spillway Recreation Area
Crooked Creek Lake
Near Ford City, Pennsylvania
Authorized by the Flood Control Acts of 1936 and 1938, Crooked Creek Lake is one of 16 flood control projects in the Pittsburgh District. An important link in a system of flood control projects, Crooked Creek provides flood protection for the lower Allegheny and Ohio rivers. The construction cost of...
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Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
National Park Service
Near Dingmans Ferry, Pennsylvania
Need to get back to nature for a little while? We are here for you. This land has been cherished by people for over 12,000 years. With 40 miles of the Middle Delaware National Scenic and Recreational River, 100+ miles of hiking trails, and three swim beaches where you can bring a grill, there's lots...
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East Branch Campground
East Branch Clarion River Lake
Near Wilcox, Pennsylvania
East Branch Campground is located at East Branch Lake in Northeastern Elk County. East Branch Lake offers an excellent freshwater fishery as well as other recreational opportunities from hiking, boating, and picnicking. Campers have access to shopping, restaurants, and other natural resource attra...
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East Branch Clarion River Lake
US Army Corps of Engineers
Near Wilcox, Pennsylvania
Elk State Park is located at this lake in scenic western Pennslyvania, 14 miles north east of Johnsonburg.
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Farnsworth Cabin
Allegheny National Forest
Near Clarendon, Pennsylvania
Farnsworth Cabin is tucked away in the Cherry Grove Township, in the northwest portion of Pennsylvania's Allegheny National Forest. Built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps, the stone cabin is conveniently located 8.5 miles northwest of Sheffield. It was renovated in 2010 and now provid...
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Gettysburg National Military Park
National Park Service
Near Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
The Battle of Gettysburg was a turning point in the Civil War, the Union victory that ended General Robert E. Lee's second and most ambitious invasion of the North. Often referred to as the "High Water Mark of the Rebellion", Gettysburg was the Civil War's bloodiest battle and was also the inspirati...
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Hearts Content Recreation Area
Allegheny National Forest
Near Tidioute, Pennsylvania
Hearts Content Campground is a semi-primitive family campground bordering the Hickory Creek Wilderness Area and surrounded by native hardwoods and a patch of planted pine forest. There is a large open field containing a playground, volleyball net, and amphitheater that is suitable for other games ne...
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Hancock Bend Boat Launch and Recreation Area
Crooked Creek Lake
Near Ford City, Pennsylvania
Authorized by the Flood Control Acts of 1936 and 1938, Crooked Creek Lake is one of 16 flood control projects in the Pittsburgh District. An important link in a system of flood control projects, Crooked Creek provides flood protection for the lower Allegheny and Ohio rivers. The construction cost of...
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Handsome Lake Boat Access Campground
Allegheny National Forest
Near Bradford, Pennsylvania
Handsome Lake is a first-come, first-served campground only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you use a fee envelope and pay tube or you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobi...
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Historic Bushman House (Gettysburg)
Gettysburg National Military Park
Near Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
The historic Bushman House is an exceptional year-round place to stay and is located within the Gettysburg National Military Park, where it witnessed the Battle of Gettysburg. Beautifully restored and updated in 2017, the house is set back from the roadways and nestled within famous landmarks like ...
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Hooks Brook Boat Access Campground
Allegheny National Forest
Near Russell, Pennsylvania
Hook's Brook campground is a available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by a using a fee envelopte and pay tube on site or by scanning a QR co...
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Hopewell Boat Access Campground
Allegheny National Forest
Near Bradford, Pennsylvania
Hopewell Boat Access campground is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) with a fee envelope and pay tube or, by scanning a QR code using...
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Ives Run
Tioga-Hammond Lakes
Near Tioga, Pennsylvania
Ives Run Campground sits on the eastern shore of Hammond Lake in north-central Pennsylvania. Surrounded by lush forested ridges, the lake offers recreation for the entire family, including picnicking, swimming, boating, fishing, hiking, hunting and wildlife watching. Ives Run, with its beach...
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Independence National Historical Park
National Park Service
Near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
The park represents the founding ideals of the nation, and preserves national and international symbols of freedom and democracy, including Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. The Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution were both debated and signed inside Independence Hall, a UNESCO W...
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Kellettville Recreation Area (PA)
Tionesta Lake
Near Marienville, Pennsylvania
Half of Forest County, where Tionesta Lake is located, is preserved as public lands. The region is known as one of Pennsylvania's best big game regions and is home to a remarkable variety of wildlife. Campers come to the Kellettville Recreation Area Campground to enjoy the forested area along Tion...
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Kelly Pines Campground
Allegheny National Forest
Near Marienville, Pennsylvania
Kelly Pines Campground is an equestrian campground located in the hub of the Spring Creek Horse Trail system.The campground has seven campsites: the first two are for non-riders, four sites are single equestrian sites, and the last site is a double equestrian site. Each single site has a 4-horse tie...
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Kiasutha
Allegheny National Forest
Near Kane, Pennsylvania
Kiasutha Campground sits on the Kinzua Arm of the Allegheny Reservoir in northwest Pennsylvania, offering countless water activities. There are about 90 reservable family campsites, each containing a picnic table, fire ring and tent pad. The loop roads are paved. Amenities include flush toilets, d...
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Lambs Creek Recreation Area
Tioga-Hammond Lakes
Near Mansfield, Pennsylvania
Lambs Creek Recreation Area is located at the southern end of Tioga Lake, just north of the borough of Mansfield, PA. The recreation area is easily accessible from US Route 15 and offers a great location for picnicking, hiking and biking.A 3.2-mile paved rail trail travels south from the recreation ...
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Lawrence Recreation Area
Cowanesque Lake
Near Lawrenceville, Pennsylvania
Lawrence Recreation Area is a day-use facility on the south side of Cowanesque Lake. It is conveniently located on State Route 49 approximately 4 miles west of Lawrenceville, Pennsylvania. The area offers a great location for picnicking and shoreline fishing.Cowanesque Lake offers many outdoor activ...
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Loleta Recreation
Allegheny National Forest
Near Sigel, Pennsylvania
Loleta Recreation Campground sits along the east branch of Millstone Creek in the southwestern corner of the Allegheny National Forest, offering a peaceful getaway that is popular with families. April 2022 *** Water will be turned on May 1st. Electric will be turned on for Lower Loop April 1st*** ...
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