The best dog-friendly camping near Bear Lake

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Camping with your pets around Bear Lake means you’ve got over 2,180 options that welcome your four-legged companions—no need to leave anyone behind. Expect campsites with toilets, showers, and plenty of room to run. You’ll find spots tucked beside creeks, in the shade of hardwood forests, and near open fields where wildlife wanders at dusk. Fishing, swimming, and wildlife-watching are on tap, with prices averaging $55 a night—but you can snag a site for as little as $10 if you’re quick. Locals swear by The Heron Farm & Event Center (387 reviews) for its open space and quiet mornings, while Zoar Valley Forest Retreat (168 reviews) draws campers who want trails at their doorstep. For river access and easy fishing, Steelhead Run Recreation Area (95 reviews) is a solid bet. Bring your leash, pack your gear, and get ready to explore Bear Lake with your best friend by your side.

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2. Elk Valley Creekside

100%
(32)
42mi from Bear Lake · 1 site · Lodging
This campsite is a wildlife paradise and a fisherman's dream come true on the banks of Elk Creek. We open April 1 each season so campers can take advantage of three months of incredible steelhead, smallmouth bass, lake suckers and stocked browns. There are seasonal fishing ponds on the property as well. Campers will marvel at the incredible nature surrounding this secluded campsite. Watch bald eagles from your tent deck, and keep your eyes open for deer, turkey, seasonal steelhead and beautiful monarch butterflies. Elk Valley Creekside is a perfect getaway for campers interested in wildlife photography - the photo opportunities are endless. This campsite is only 20 minutes from Presque Isle State Park, and 30 minutes from Erie, PA. There are solar lights around the campsite to help you see at night, and plenty of firewood is provided. The Space: Creekside Campsite with Incredible Fishing and Wildlife Guest Access: This was a former Tentrr Signature 5 star campsite. An outdoor toilet (job johnny) and fire wood are provided
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from 
$170
 / night

Camping with your pets around Bear Lake means you’ve got over 2,180 options that welcome your four-legged companions—no need to leave anyone behind. Expect campsites with toilets, showers, and plenty of room to run. You’ll find spots tucked beside creeks, in the shade of hardwood forests, and near open fields where wildlife wanders at dusk. Fishing, swimming, and wildlife-watching are on tap, with prices averaging $55 a night—but you can snag a site for as little as $10 if you’re quick. Locals swear by The Heron Farm & Event Center (387 reviews) for its open space and quiet mornings, while Zoar Valley Forest Retreat (168 reviews) draws campers who want trails at their doorstep. For river access and easy fishing, Steelhead Run Recreation Area (95 reviews) is a solid bet. Bring your leash, pack your gear, and get ready to explore Bear Lake with your best friend by your side.

98% (1.7K)

Top-rated campgrounds near Bear Lake

2. Elk Valley Creekside

100%
(32)
42mi from Bear Lake · 1 site · Lodging
This campsite is a wildlife paradise and a fisherman's dream come true on the banks of Elk Creek. We open April 1 each season so campers can take advantage of three months of incredible steelhead, smallmouth bass, lake suckers and stocked browns. There are seasonal fishing ponds on the property as well. Campers will marvel at the incredible nature surrounding this secluded campsite. Watch bald eagles from your tent deck, and keep your eyes open for deer, turkey, seasonal steelhead and beautiful monarch butterflies. Elk Valley Creekside is a perfect getaway for campers interested in wildlife photography - the photo opportunities are endless. This campsite is only 20 minutes from Presque Isle State Park, and 30 minutes from Erie, PA. There are solar lights around the campsite to help you see at night, and plenty of firewood is provided. The Space: Creekside Campsite with Incredible Fishing and Wildlife Guest Access: This was a former Tentrr Signature 5 star campsite. An outdoor toilet (job johnny) and fire wood are provided
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from 
$170
 / night

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