Campgrounds in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania has 59 campgrounds in the Camphive database, from free dispersed and BLM camping to developed state park and national forest sites. The highest-rated spots are listed below by Vistas score, Camphive's 1–10 scenic rating. Every listing links to a full page with location, fees, and details.
Camping on a budget? See the 9 free camping spots in Pennsylvania.
Of the 40 top-rated spots listed below, 36 are free and 1 score 8 or higher on the Vistas scenic scale.
Top campgrounds in Pennsylvania
- Ricketts Glen State Park — PA - Benton · $25/night · Vistas 8
- Ohiopyle State Park — PA - Ohiopyle · $22/night · Vistas 7.5
- Cherry Springs State Park — PA - Galeton · $15/night · Vistas 7
- Allegheny Wild and Scenic River — Allegheny Wild and Scenic River · Free · Vistas 7
- SEVEN POINTS (PA) — SEVEN POINTS (PA) · Free · Vistas 7
- Worthington State Forest — NJ - Columbia · $20/night · Vistas 7
- HEARTS CONTENT RECREATION AREA — HEARTS CONTENT RECREATION AREA · Vistas 6.8
- RED BRIDGE (PA) — RED BRIDGE (PA) · Vistas 6.7
- KIASUTHA — KIASUTHA · Vistas 6.7
- East Branch Campground — East Branch Campground · Vistas 6.7
- DEWDROP — DEWDROP · Vistas 6.7
- Curwensville Recreation Area — Curwensville Recreation Area · Vistas 6.5
- Alosa Campsites — Alosa Campsites · Free · Vistas 6.5
- Branch Camp — Branch Camp · Vistas 6.4
- Loyalhanna Lake Pavilions — Loyalhanna Lake Pavilions · Vistas 6.4
- Youghiogheny Recreation Area — Youghiogheny Recreation Area · Vistas 6.3
- OUTFLOW CAMPING — OUTFLOW CAMPING · Vistas 6.3
- Allegheny Reservoir — Allegheny Reservoir · Vistas 6.3
- TIONESTA REC. AREA CAMPGROUND — TIONESTA REC. AREA CAMPGROUND · Vistas 6.2
- BUSH RECREATION AREA — BUSH RECREATION AREA · Vistas 6.2
- SUSQUEHANNOCK — SUSQUEHANNOCK · Free · Vistas 6.2
- Overlook Recreation Area — Overlook Recreation Area · Free · Vistas 6.1
- Lake Raystown Resort — Lake Raystown Resort · Vistas 6
- NANCY'S BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) — NANCY'S BOAT TO SHORE CAMPGROUND (PA) · Vistas 6
- Weaver Falls Shelter — Weaver Falls Shelter · Vistas 6
- BUCKALOONS — BUCKALOONS · Vistas 6
- Corbin's Island Picnic Shelter — Corbin's Island Picnic Shelter · Vistas 6
- SOUTH SHORE RECREATION AREA — SOUTH SHORE RECREATION AREA · Vistas 6
- WILLOW BAY — WILLOW BAY · Free · Vistas 6
- Milton Loop Campground — Milton Loop Campground · Vistas 6
- LAMBS CREEK RECREATION AREA — LAMBS CREEK RECREATION AREA · Vistas 6
- Aitch Picnic Shelter — Aitch Picnic Shelter · Vistas 6
- TWIN LAKES (PA) — TWIN LAKES (PA) · Vistas 6
- CONEMAUGH LAKE PAVILIONS — CONEMAUGH LAKE PAVILIONS · Vistas 6
- KELLY PINES CAMPGROUND — KELLY PINES CAMPGROUND · Vistas 6
- Tatman Run Picnic Shelter — Tatman Run Picnic Shelter · Vistas 6
- TRACY RIDGE — TRACY RIDGE · Vistas 6
- Bald Eagle State Park — Bald Eagle State Park · Vistas 5.9
- TOMPKINS — TOMPKINS · Vistas 5.8
- FARNSWORTH CABIN — FARNSWORTH CABIN · Free · Vistas 5.8
Open the interactive Pennsylvania camping map on Camphive to browse all 59 spots with filters for free camping, RV access, and scenic ratings.
Pennsylvania camping FAQ
Are there free campgrounds in Pennsylvania?
Yes, many primitive and dispersed sites in Pennsylvania are free; developed campgrounds typically charge a nightly fee. Check each listing for current fees.
What is the Vistas score?
Vistas is Camphive's 1–10 scenic rating for every campground, based on the surrounding landscape. Spots rated 8 or higher are exceptional; this page lists Pennsylvania's top-rated camping first.
Do campgrounds in Pennsylvania require reservations?
Developed state park and national forest campgrounds often do, especially in summer. Dispersed and most BLM sites are first-come, first-served with no fee. Each listing links to a detail page with what's known about fees and access.
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