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Anytime is a
great time to jump in the RV, hitch up the pop-up, load up the family and
the pets and head off to a campsite. Nothing is more peaceful and "de-stressing"
as pitching a tent in the beautiful scenic woodlands. Some campgrounds
have planned activities, some have fishing, trails and various water activities.
But whatever and where ever you choose, you'll be sure to have quality
family time.
Due to the large number of
campgrounds throughout the state of Pa.,we cannot describe them all. Provided
below is a list of the best camping resources available on the web for
the local Laurel Highlands area close to the Somerset and Cambria County
area's plus state resources for a complete detailed listing of camping
in our parks. Campgrounds often have sites for motorhome / RV hookups and
tent camping, and range from pen fields to beautiful lakeside areas
to moderately dense wooded areas.
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Pennsylvania State Forests
Pennsylvania
Bureau of Forestry
State forests are Pennsylvania's
hidden recreational gems. With more than 2,500 miles of roads, visitors
find endless opportunities for motorized camping. More and more people
are taking to the trails and Penns Woods. Poor camping practices can destroy
the natural character of the Commonwealths back country. We must all learn
to use the back country wisely to prevent enviromental damage. |
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Camping
Bald Eagle State Forest
Download
the rules and regulations pertaining to camping at Bald Eagle State Forest.
Two types of camping are
recognized:
1) Non-Motorized Camping:
Overnight camper where all equipment is transported in one trip by non-motorized
vehicle methods and where a motorized vehicle is not located near or part
of the camping experience. No permit is required if campers stay no more
than one night at any campsite.
2) Motorized Camping:
Overnight
in or near a vehicle where the vehicles continues to be used for storage
or transportation. Camping is accomplished in a tent, trailer, van, recreational
vehicle, etc., at a designated and numbered State forest campsite. Camping
is allowed
only
at designated sites. |
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Parks
in the Laurel Highlands / Southern Alleghenies
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Miscellaneous
Camping - State Wide
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Remember It's Carry
In-Carry Out
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DCNR
Pennsylvania State Park List
Shows which parks have electric
available and which parks are backpack camping only.Listing for all counties
throughout Pennsylvania. |
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a copy of Motorized Camping Guidelines and
Ethics It contains the regulations for motorized camping within
our state forest districts. A free camping permit is required from the
local forest district office to determine where to camp. |
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a copy of Primitive Backpack Camping Guidelines
and Ethics It contains the regulations for primitive backpack camping
within our state forest districts. Please remember, in the back country
you are on your own. Please be prepared to take care of yourself and the
back country enviroment. |
Rothrock
State Forest - Raystown
Raystown
Lake Camping Area
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Pennsylvania
Campground Owners Association
Pennsylvania
Campground Directory
From our cities, abounding with
culture and history, to our vast farmlands, to our beaches on Lake Erie,
your next camping vacation awaits you in PA! |
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National
Park Campgrounds- National Campground Directory
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Pennsylvania
Campgrounds with web pages
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Organized
Group Tenting
Pennsylvania State Parks
offer special opportunities for organized groups to tent or camp in a state
park. These areas are usually in a remote area of the park to allow your
group the opportunity to interact in a quiet, relaxing setting. Organized
Group Tenting Areas offer a rustic experience of camping in tents in the
great out-of-doors.
For a more sheltered
experience,
try
organized group cabin camps.
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 Pa-Conservation.Org
is the home of the Pennsylvania Super Trails. Download maps and trail information
free of charge. ATV Trails, Hiking, Biking, Backpacking, Equestrian, Ski
resorts and XXSki. Our motto: Follow the trails to conservation in
Pennsylvania. |
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