98% (152) • 35 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Cranberry
Sunnyday's Forest
1. Sunnyday's Forest
97%
(76)
15mi from Cranberry · 2 sites
Just renovated for winter camping! Completely sealed up and draft free. Still a very primitive site, but the interior now keeps in the warmth from the fireplace. A set of bunk beds and a4 seat table as well as some could makes it work for up to 6 people. Plenty of tent area around of you have a bigger group!
Sunnyday's farm and forest was a Christmas tree farm in the 1950's. I've owned it for the last 30 years and it is now a horse farm with pastures and woods.
Rustic area of 25 acres of pastures and forest bordering a hundred of acres of railroad and municipal forest. Great for hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking. 1.5 miles from Deer Lakes park which has fishing, hiking, mountain biking, frisbee course and a great playground. The Allegheny river, judged to be one of the cleanest in the country, is just 6 miles away.
Harrison Hills park offers great hiking along the river and an occasional river otter.
The Rachel Carson Trail and Baker trail are just a few miles away.
It is a secluded log cabin in the woods on top of a hill overlooking a pasture. It is a very primitive cabin with a fireplace, brick floor, large porch, fabric interior and no chinking in the logs.
We provide a bunk bed and cots and 2 picnic tables..
There is a large grassy area in front of the cabin for tents.
There is no vehicle access, no electricity and no water at the cabin,
but LOTS of downed wood for fires. There are horses, goats, chickens, ducks and a pig that roam the pastures.
The cabin is about 300 yards from the parking area up a fairly steep hill, but the location is worth the walk!
If you're stopping with an RV or trailer we have ample parking near the road and have overnight accommodations for horses Great place for a stopover.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$40
/ night
River Hills Above the Allegheny
2. River Hills Above the Allegheny
100%
(525)
34mi from Cranberry · 8 sites · Tents, RVs
Located just outside of Parker, PA and 25 minutes from I-80, our campsite is very accessible, yet still very remote.
With 4 campsites on 75 acres, guests have ample privacy and space, with the freedom to roam this posted property that has no homes on it. Perched high above the Allegheny there are several spots to take in the wonderful views. There is also a waterfall with a 3’ deep pool below it. Great for splashing with kids or dogs, guests love exploring the creek bottom and making new discoveries. The more curious guests sometimes find the ruins of the original homestead, chimney and spring house that sit upstream. The property is teeming with wildlife. Birds and tree frogs will be the soundtrack of your visit, and often deer will be seen nosing along the outskirts of your site in the mornings and evenings. Turkey, bald eagles and even bear are occasionally spotted, so be prepared to secure your food and trash at night.
For those coming to disconnect, you have found the right place. But if cell service is needed, you will have enough to get texts out and depending what site you booked, calls and internet as well.
For those who seek an electrical outlet AND and EV charger, we have a site for you! We also have a site with a large canvas tent already set up for your convenience.
Within a 15 minute drive of your campsite you can find The North Country Trail, Rails to Trails Trailheads and Boat Launches on the Allegheny River, Groceries, dining and beer.
Note: Guests wanting The River Ridge site should book their weekends far in advance, or plan a trip during weekdays!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$34
/ night
Bending Oak Permaculture Farm
3. Bending Oak Permaculture Farm
100%
(21)
41mi from Cranberry · 20 sites · Tents, Lodging
Bending Oak Farm is an educational farm on 25 formerly clear cut acres. We are committed to our mission creating a more sustainable world by showing people what is possible. Through classes, workshops, school tours, community programs and hands-on experiences, we look to demonstrate attainable practices to better the lives of all people. We invite you to come and experience how you can create a more sustainable life for you, your family, friends and your community. To ensure an environment that is family friendly and mitigate the risk of injury Bending Oak does not permit alcoholic beverages or recreational drugs at the farm.
Guests who stay in one of our permaculture cabins are participating in a permaculture design process where the goal is to create a system of abundance. During your stay, you will be challenged to think differently about how you go about meeting your daily needs. By design, you will encounter limits to the typical expectations of your living space, which grants you the opportunity to think deeply about what really is important to you and join us in exploring effective possibilities in meeting these expectations. After all, necessity is the mother of invention.
This is our first study of building a sustainable living environment. We started with a blank slate, a new system designed with the permaculture principles in mind and the intention of ultimately creating a living space with the creature comforts we have all grown accustomed to. Eventually we will be building the next round of accommodations (principal: Small & Slow Solutions). When staying in one of our cabins, you are participating in this process by sharing with us your experience (principal: Observe & Interact), letting us know what you have discovered you can and can not live without, and possible solutions to efficiently address those needs and wants (principal: Apply Self Regulation & Accept Feedback).
We look forward to your stay with us and your participation in creating abundance in this living space!
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
$30
/ night
Hog Wild Farm
4. Hog Wild Farm
98%
(22)
42mi from Cranberry · 7 sites · Tents, RVs
YOU MUST CALL BEFORE BOOKING WILL BE APPROVED.
814-673-8460
not text or message -call please.
Thank You.
We are Marty and Deborah. Welcome to our 40 hidden acres of paradise where we are surrounded by wildlife and raise much of our food including beef, pork, chickens and a productive garden. We have multiple campsites here from wooded to open field or by the pond so come and pick one that suits you best.
We are adjacent to the Kennerdell Tract Of Clear Creek State Forest which has miles of hiking and biking trails as well as the Allegheny River which provides fishing, boating, kayak/ canoeing opportunities. There is also The Allegheny River Trail which provides miles of paved bike trails.
What we offer: We are not a campground and do not offer multi-night stays
We are vandwellers when we are traveling. As such we understand the problems associated with finding a spot to overnight.
We offer just that, a safe, quiet stop over for the night. That being said, if you need an extra day feel free to ask, we often say yes.
We enjoy our quiet country life and request limited use of generators, Thank You
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$10
/ night
Stoney Run Primitive Tent Camping
5. Stoney Run Primitive Tent Camping
100%
(28)
47mi from Cranberry · 5 sites
Located along beautiful little Sandy Creek and stoney run flowing through the property there is lots of places to fish explore and even a few spots deep enough to swim
The campsites are spread out fairly well not like most campgrounds we want you to have your privacy and enjoy the outdoors
Each campsite comes with a fire ring and picnic table there is a community porta Jon from memorial day to Labor Day and firewood for sale on site
If you’d like to check us out on facebook our page is (stony run primitive tent camping)
Or if you have any questions, my phone number is 8146730943 Curtis
I hope you come and enjoy a few nights with us
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from
$15
/ night
Peaceful Seclusion
6. Peaceful Seclusion
100%
(8)
35mi from Cranberry · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
Welcome to my little piece of paradise. Located in Western Pennsylvania, only one hour from downtown Pittsburgh, the Allegheny National Forest and Cook’s Forest.
I believe in leaving the land better than I found it. The last 4 years have been dedicated to removing invasive plants such as autumn olive, honeysuckle and japanese stilt grass and planting natives. The result? A lush, vibrant habitat teeming with local birds, butterflies and wildlife. Come experience the quiet beauty of a landscape finding its balance again.
By camping here, you are supporting my mission to eradicate invasive plants and restore the biodiversity of the landscape. Enjoy the forest, hiking trails and fresh air, with the knowledge that you too have helped aid in preserving this natural paradise.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$25
/ night
No Stress Mountain
7. No Stress Mountain
100%
(6)
37mi from Cranberry · 2 sites
Welcome to No Stress Mountain! Roughly 40 acres of private western Pennsylvania forest. Several miles of hiking trails as well as a small 3 hole mountain “golf course”. Beautiful scenery, which includes a waterfall. The property also has a few farm animals that the guests are welcome to come check out. At the parking lot there is a great front porch setting for the sunset over the valley as well as a secondary fire pit. No Stress Mountain is the perfect place for a private family camping trip. PLEASE NOTE THAT CAMPERS WILL NEED TO BE TAXIED UP BY GATOR FROM PARKING LOT TO CAMPSITE.
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from
$25
/ night
98% (152) • 35 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Cranberry
Sunnyday's Forest
1. Sunnyday's Forest
97%
(76)
15mi from Cranberry · 2 sites
Just renovated for winter camping! Completely sealed up and draft free. Still a very primitive site, but the interior now keeps in the warmth from the fireplace. A set of bunk beds and a4 seat table as well as some could makes it work for up to 6 people. Plenty of tent area around of you have a bigger group!
Sunnyday's farm and forest was a Christmas tree farm in the 1950's. I've owned it for the last 30 years and it is now a horse farm with pastures and woods.
Rustic area of 25 acres of pastures and forest bordering a hundred of acres of railroad and municipal forest. Great for hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking. 1.5 miles from Deer Lakes park which has fishing, hiking, mountain biking, frisbee course and a great playground. The Allegheny river, judged to be one of the cleanest in the country, is just 6 miles away.
Harrison Hills park offers great hiking along the river and an occasional river otter.
The Rachel Carson Trail and Baker trail are just a few miles away.
It is a secluded log cabin in the woods on top of a hill overlooking a pasture. It is a very primitive cabin with a fireplace, brick floor, large porch, fabric interior and no chinking in the logs.
We provide a bunk bed and cots and 2 picnic tables..
There is a large grassy area in front of the cabin for tents.
There is no vehicle access, no electricity and no water at the cabin,
but LOTS of downed wood for fires. There are horses, goats, chickens, ducks and a pig that roam the pastures.
The cabin is about 300 yards from the parking area up a fairly steep hill, but the location is worth the walk!
If you're stopping with an RV or trailer we have ample parking near the road and have overnight accommodations for horses Great place for a stopover.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$40
/ night
River Hills Above the Allegheny
2. River Hills Above the Allegheny
100%
(525)
34mi from Cranberry · 8 sites · Tents, RVs
Located just outside of Parker, PA and 25 minutes from I-80, our campsite is very accessible, yet still very remote.
With 4 campsites on 75 acres, guests have ample privacy and space, with the freedom to roam this posted property that has no homes on it. Perched high above the Allegheny there are several spots to take in the wonderful views. There is also a waterfall with a 3’ deep pool below it. Great for splashing with kids or dogs, guests love exploring the creek bottom and making new discoveries. The more curious guests sometimes find the ruins of the original homestead, chimney and spring house that sit upstream. The property is teeming with wildlife. Birds and tree frogs will be the soundtrack of your visit, and often deer will be seen nosing along the outskirts of your site in the mornings and evenings. Turkey, bald eagles and even bear are occasionally spotted, so be prepared to secure your food and trash at night.
For those coming to disconnect, you have found the right place. But if cell service is needed, you will have enough to get texts out and depending what site you booked, calls and internet as well.
For those who seek an electrical outlet AND and EV charger, we have a site for you! We also have a site with a large canvas tent already set up for your convenience.
Within a 15 minute drive of your campsite you can find The North Country Trail, Rails to Trails Trailheads and Boat Launches on the Allegheny River, Groceries, dining and beer.
Note: Guests wanting The River Ridge site should book their weekends far in advance, or plan a trip during weekdays!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$34
/ night
Bending Oak Permaculture Farm
3. Bending Oak Permaculture Farm
100%
(21)
41mi from Cranberry · 20 sites · Tents, Lodging
Bending Oak Farm is an educational farm on 25 formerly clear cut acres. We are committed to our mission creating a more sustainable world by showing people what is possible. Through classes, workshops, school tours, community programs and hands-on experiences, we look to demonstrate attainable practices to better the lives of all people. We invite you to come and experience how you can create a more sustainable life for you, your family, friends and your community. To ensure an environment that is family friendly and mitigate the risk of injury Bending Oak does not permit alcoholic beverages or recreational drugs at the farm.
Guests who stay in one of our permaculture cabins are participating in a permaculture design process where the goal is to create a system of abundance. During your stay, you will be challenged to think differently about how you go about meeting your daily needs. By design, you will encounter limits to the typical expectations of your living space, which grants you the opportunity to think deeply about what really is important to you and join us in exploring effective possibilities in meeting these expectations. After all, necessity is the mother of invention.
This is our first study of building a sustainable living environment. We started with a blank slate, a new system designed with the permaculture principles in mind and the intention of ultimately creating a living space with the creature comforts we have all grown accustomed to. Eventually we will be building the next round of accommodations (principal: Small & Slow Solutions). When staying in one of our cabins, you are participating in this process by sharing with us your experience (principal: Observe & Interact), letting us know what you have discovered you can and can not live without, and possible solutions to efficiently address those needs and wants (principal: Apply Self Regulation & Accept Feedback).
We look forward to your stay with us and your participation in creating abundance in this living space!
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
$30
/ night
Hog Wild Farm
4. Hog Wild Farm
98%
(22)
42mi from Cranberry · 7 sites · Tents, RVs
YOU MUST CALL BEFORE BOOKING WILL BE APPROVED.
814-673-8460
not text or message -call please.
Thank You.
We are Marty and Deborah. Welcome to our 40 hidden acres of paradise where we are surrounded by wildlife and raise much of our food including beef, pork, chickens and a productive garden. We have multiple campsites here from wooded to open field or by the pond so come and pick one that suits you best.
We are adjacent to the Kennerdell Tract Of Clear Creek State Forest which has miles of hiking and biking trails as well as the Allegheny River which provides fishing, boating, kayak/ canoeing opportunities. There is also The Allegheny River Trail which provides miles of paved bike trails.
What we offer: We are not a campground and do not offer multi-night stays
We are vandwellers when we are traveling. As such we understand the problems associated with finding a spot to overnight.
We offer just that, a safe, quiet stop over for the night. That being said, if you need an extra day feel free to ask, we often say yes.
We enjoy our quiet country life and request limited use of generators, Thank You
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$10
/ night
Stoney Run Primitive Tent Camping
5. Stoney Run Primitive Tent Camping
100%
(28)
47mi from Cranberry · 5 sites
Located along beautiful little Sandy Creek and stoney run flowing through the property there is lots of places to fish explore and even a few spots deep enough to swim
The campsites are spread out fairly well not like most campgrounds we want you to have your privacy and enjoy the outdoors
Each campsite comes with a fire ring and picnic table there is a community porta Jon from memorial day to Labor Day and firewood for sale on site
If you’d like to check us out on facebook our page is (stony run primitive tent camping)
Or if you have any questions, my phone number is 8146730943 Curtis
I hope you come and enjoy a few nights with us
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from
$15
/ night
Peaceful Seclusion
6. Peaceful Seclusion
100%
(8)
35mi from Cranberry · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
Welcome to my little piece of paradise. Located in Western Pennsylvania, only one hour from downtown Pittsburgh, the Allegheny National Forest and Cook’s Forest.
I believe in leaving the land better than I found it. The last 4 years have been dedicated to removing invasive plants such as autumn olive, honeysuckle and japanese stilt grass and planting natives. The result? A lush, vibrant habitat teeming with local birds, butterflies and wildlife. Come experience the quiet beauty of a landscape finding its balance again.
By camping here, you are supporting my mission to eradicate invasive plants and restore the biodiversity of the landscape. Enjoy the forest, hiking trails and fresh air, with the knowledge that you too have helped aid in preserving this natural paradise.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$25
/ night
No Stress Mountain
7. No Stress Mountain
100%
(6)
37mi from Cranberry · 2 sites
Welcome to No Stress Mountain! Roughly 40 acres of private western Pennsylvania forest. Several miles of hiking trails as well as a small 3 hole mountain “golf course”. Beautiful scenery, which includes a waterfall. The property also has a few farm animals that the guests are welcome to come check out. At the parking lot there is a great front porch setting for the sunset over the valley as well as a secondary fire pit. No Stress Mountain is the perfect place for a private family camping trip. PLEASE NOTE THAT CAMPERS WILL NEED TO BE TAXIED UP BY GATOR FROM PARKING LOT TO CAMPSITE.
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from
$25
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Dylan
2 weeks ago
With kids
Very helpful host, good land, & a peaceful stay. Would stay again & highly recommend.
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Mark
January 2026
With kids
Cabin was perfect! Kept us warm during a 13 degree night, animals were awesome for the kids and the outside fire pit was big enough to have a nice fire and to cook on… would definitely recommend
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Barbara
December 2025
With pets
I loved the cabin on the hilltop! It was very cozy with a wood stove and plenty of wood to keep us warm. The bunk beds were very comfortable and our host Gerry was very accommodating! We will definitely be back to explore more!
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Matthew
December 2025
Tent
This was an absolutely beautiful camping spot!! We really could not ask for better. We had ourselves a Christmas hot tent camp right along side a gorgeous creek. We'll secluded and very peaceful. Thank you guys sooooo much! We definitely plan on returning often!
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Barbara
November 2025
Tent
With pets
This was a perfect getaway with plenty space to setup a tent or hammock. It's also only 15 minutes away from a store if I forgot anything. Kate supplied plenty of split wood, picnic table, chair and bench. The view was amazing and I will definitely be back again!
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Wayne
October 2025
Tent
Beautiful campsite with an amazing view and privacy. Wish I spent more time hiking nearby.
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Laura
October 2025
19 ft travel trailer
With pets
Such a beautiful location. The views were amazing. The hosts were super accommodating and kind. They were on site when we visited, and they offered to give my nieces and nephews a ride in their buggy. They had a blast. Kids and dogs loved trekking through the creek and exploring the waterfall. The open field was great for us to play all sorts of games. Played capture the flag at night. All in all a great time.
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Zach
October 2025
14 ft pop-up camper
Amazing secluded woods spot with awsome views and cool trails
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Kathleen
October 2025
Tent
OMG
What a place !
Pure heaven.
Wonderful views
Great astronomy photos.
This place is the whole package
Chris is above and beyond
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Amber
October 2025
Tent
With pets
We had a wonderful October camp trip! The views were absolutely amazing. Chris was so quick to respond to my messages and answered any questions I had. We will definitely be back. :)
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Terrence
October 2025
Tent
We stayed at site #5 and everything was perfect. The host Curtis and the site. We arrived and noticed he left some dry kindling to start a fire and they have plenty of firewood to purchase. The tent was clean and even had a chair to use. The bathroom was really close and the views were amazing. We definitely will return in the future.
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Jacob
October 2025
Tent
Excellent place to stay & so close to Pittsburgh! Definitely coming back.
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Ryan
October 2025
1 night at Sunnyday's Forest
Highly recommend the horse back riding! What a unique offering with your cabin stay. I will be straight, the cabin is for true woodsmen - it's raw, it's that's your cup of joe, I highly recommend this stay, I had a blast!!
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Angelica
October 2025
Tent
Such a beautiful place!! Chris was a responsive and welcoming host and the land and surrounding areas were so fun to explore. We already want to book another trip!
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Caitlin
October 2025
Tent
Second time staying here (first time site 6- this time was site 5) and like last time we had a great experience. Paid for wood there, loved the water, and really enjoyed the location.
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Haroon
October 2025
Group trip
Was a great time staying at the cabin. The weather was great so that helped.
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Linda
September 2025
Tent
Absolutely the best spot! My husband and I thoroughly enjoy staying there and will definitely be back! Many times!!
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James
September 2025
10 ft pop-up camper
Nice camp sites. Very few of them on the property so it’s very private. Nice view of the river and a nice waterfall easy to get to.
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Taylor
September 2025
Tent
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (10/10)
This was my first Hipcamp trip and it couldn’t have been better. The property was peaceful, beautiful, and gave me everything I wanted out of a true camping experience — wildlife, wide open sky, and the kind of quiet you just can’t find at home. Even with storms rolling in overnight, it felt raw and real in the best way.
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Josh
September 2025
Tent
Chris has a great camp. Looking forward to next year!
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