Lake Camping Near Latrobe, Pennsylvania, US: 12 Best Lake Campsites 2025

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for camping adventures in the United States! With over 379 options near Latrobe, Pennsylvania, you'll find the perfect campsite that meets your lake-loving desires. Whether you're looking for a serene lakeside retreat or an action-packed water adventure, we've got you covered. Check out top-rated campsites like Buffalo Gap Retreat and Camp (167 reviews), Burnhead Grazings (96 reviews), and Cheat View Outpost (51 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like trash disposal, cooking equipment, and clean toilets. Get ready for exciting activities such as boating, paddling, and surfing. With an average price per night of $35 and options as low as $10, your dream lakeside camping experience awaits!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for camping adventures in the United States! With over 379 options near Latrobe, Pennsylvania, you'll find the perfect campsite that meets your lake-loving desires. Whether you're looking for a serene lakeside retreat or an action-packed water adventure, we've got you covered. Check out top-rated campsites like Buffalo Gap Retreat and Camp (167 reviews), Burnhead Grazings (96 reviews), and Cheat View Outpost (51 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like trash disposal, cooking equipment, and clean toilets. Get ready for exciting activities such as boating, paddling, and surfing. With an average price per night of $35 and options as low as $10, your dream lakeside camping experience awaits!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Ferns in the Forest

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36mi from Latrobe · 3 sites · RVs, Lodging · Farmington, PA

Learn more about this land: This wooded area is 5 miles away from the Ohiopyle State Park whitewater launch area and GAP bike trail. We are less than 9 miles from Frank Lloyd Wright's Classic Fallingwater and about 8 miles from Kentuck Knob one of the last resident homes he designed (both are open for tours). Fort Necessity National Battlefield is 5 miles away. There are numerous native trout streams in the area. Youghiogheny Reservoir is 7 miles away for fishing, boat rentals, and water-sports. The Fern House is the primary camp cabin on the property. Although if someone would want to park a "self contained" camper or small RV on the property we would permit the unit to occupy the area in front of the driveway just pass the entrance gate. It is not within the ferns and is next to the road. There is an electrical outlet available at this small RV or van camper site. We are "nice pet" friendly. Dogs should not be left in the cabin alone. We have a mountain spring (when the spring is running) up the trail road (450 feet away). The ferns will normally be in full glory by the end of May to mid September and are amazing, covering the forest floor. Deer, bear, wild turkey, fox, chipmunks, squirrels and many woodland birds abound the property especially owls. A picnic table, fire ring and firewood is available on the property. Free WiFi on the property as long as the plant life is not too thick! There is a mile hiking loop right on the property and many challenging trails in the area, including the starting point for the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail. No smoking is permitted in the cabin. Read the entire narrative on the cabin (Tiny Fern House) before booking.

2. Ohiopyle Camping @ Benner's

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34mi from Latrobe · 3 sites · Tents, Lodging · Farmington, PA

Welcome to Benner's Meadow Run RV Campground! We are a spacious campground tucked in the beautiful, lush Laurel Highlands of western PA. Our tent sites are mostly secluded and private with plenty of room for you to enjoy the outdoors with your friends and/or loved ones. Benner's has a myriad of fun activities and on-site amenities for your enjoyment. Our amenities include a swimming pool, a beautiful NEW bathhouse with hot showers, mini golf, communal fire pits, arcade, store with ice cream and drinks, fishing ponds, and much more. The amenities are open during the camping season from May through October. Tent camping is available year round too (for you cold weather people). We are located near Ohiopyle State Park and Frank Lloyd Wright's Fallingwater and Kentuck Knob!

3. Burnhead Grazings

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21mi from Latrobe · 4 sites · Tents, Lodging · Indiana , PA

The rich history of Burnhead Grazings is enveloped in a love for God's creation. Dr. Gib and Emmy Lou McLaughlin purchased Burnhead, which is Gaelic for the head of the stream, from William H. Stevens. The once pasture for Hilltop Dairy's cows became a pasture for sheep. Gib and Emmy had been in search of land for years after getting their first border collie and falling in love with the Shepherd lifestyle. Gib trained dozens of border collies to work the sheep and did hundreds of demonstrations highlighting the herding abilities of the collie across the country. Their love for Scotland and the border collie took them Scotland on many occasions. Burnhead Grazings is a snapshot of Scotland, "in bye" or close to, the beautiful college town of Indiana, PA. Less than two miles from two hotels, three miles from downtown, and within minutes from Amish country, it is amazing that this respite still exists so close to civilization. Gib and Emmy's daughter, Moire McLaughlin Bridges and her husband Randy have endeavored to bring the sheep back to Burnhead Grazings and to continue the family tradition as well as to share in the experience. You can listen to an interview on The Christian Witness Program on this page for some history about Moire and Randy in Tennessee where they were residing before coming to Indiana. They are producing lamb, wool for spinning and felting, and hay and are opening up the farm for small events such as weddings or family reunions. Moire is also the author and illustrator of a children's book available for sale on iBooks called Sissy & The King. In November of 2014, with the help of Hilltop Baptist Church and many others, they began hosting an event, LIFE Nativity, the weekend before Thanksgiving, which benefits Life-Way Pregnancy Center. Moire is also a fine artist and gives classes on wool felting. Ask about signing up for a class or book a private felting party.

4. Seven Feathers

41mi from Latrobe · 9 sites · Tents, RVs · Adrian, PA

Seven Feathers has 6.5 acres with several wild flower and herb gardens, along with a small fruit Orchard! Our property is close to Allegheny River access with a local boat ramp in Reesedale, and a fishing pier at Lock 8. You can take the locks all the way to Pittsburgh from here! There are several ATV trails that have easy access because you can legally ride on the township roads! A lot of wildlife to see including deer, bear, fox, coyote, several bird species and bald eagles. We're close to State Gamelands for hunting. You're welcome to eat any fruit that has ripened here during your stay. The miles of ATV trails are also fun to hike, or ride your horse on. Campfires allowed, leashed pets allowed...must be leashed at all times...dogs, cats, horses, Bring your pets! There is a spring, with potable water, on the property. Beautiful sunsets here, plus an amazing view across Reesedale road. You might catch a rainbow too if it rains! Our personal favorite view is the vast nighttime sky... Perfect place for stargazers. Watch the beautiful sunrises and "moon-rises" over the tree tops. You can run generators anytime, but please be considerate of other campers. Very Private location. There is a bar/restaurant close by in Adrian. It's 10 miles to downtown Kittanning, where festivals and concerts in the park are held, plus more restaurants, stores, and rails to trails for bike riders. There are fishing ponds and large glacial rock formations nearby. Tours to the places mentioned can be scheduled for a fee if we're available. We will have a small map of the area with places marked. You're welcome to cut and use fallen trees. Please don't bring firewood from other counties due to spread of diseases and destructive insects. Welcome to Seven Feathers, where you can just relax, or partake in the recreational activities. Enjoy your stay! ***Everyone staying at Seven Feathers receives 20% off of our handmade jewelry and gifts! * We will soon be adding an indoor lodging area called the Barky Bungalow... for those travelers that have been turned away because of their barking dogs. It's very rustic with beautiful pine walls. 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. A large deck in the front, with a private balcony in the back. $175 per Night.

5. John B.’s "The Baker Camp"

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45mi from Latrobe · 14 sites · RVs · New Baltimore, PA

I've owned this 35 acre property for over 20 years. Originally purchased as an investment property, my family and friends that camp with us convinced me to keep it. Now it is time to share our secluded happy place with other families and friends to enjoy the peace and beauty of being close to nature in a very secluded location yet close to services in town. Learn more about this land: Electrical limited to 4 RVs at a time. Additional RV parking is available. I've owned this property for over 20 years and I want to offer the opportunity for people to share the very private setting. Over the years, many people have enjoyed hanging out in our 20' x 32' party pavllion near the fire ring and the stream. Lots of room for multiple campers and RV's. Seasonal restrictions apply during snow periods and spring thaw periods.

Public campgrounds near Latrobe

Keystone Park Campground

4.3mi from Latrobe · 104 sites · Tents, RVs · in Keystone State Park

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Bush Recreation Area and Campground

11mi from Latrobe · 44 sites · Tents, RVs · in Loyalhanna Lake

Laurel Hill Park Campground

23mi from Latrobe · 275 sites · Tents, RVs · in Laurel Hill State Park

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Yellow Creek Park Campground

26mi from Latrobe · 10 sites · in Yellow Creek State Park

Crooked Creek Lake Campground

28mi from Latrobe · 46 sites · Tents, RVs · in Crooked Creek Lake

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Outflow Campground

35mi from Latrobe · 63 sites · Tents, RVs · in Youghiogheny River Lake

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Tub Run Recreation Area

37mi from Latrobe · 101 sites · Tents, RVs · in Youghiogheny River Lake

Milton Loop Campground

41mi from Latrobe · 52 sites · Tents, RVs · in Mahoning Creek Lake

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Shawnee State Park Campground

44mi from Latrobe · 253 sites · Tents, RVs · in Shawnee State Park

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New Germany Campground

49mi from Latrobe · 58 sites · Tents, RVs · in New Germany State Park

Stories from the community

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Albert

2 weeks ago

2 nights at Ferns in the Forest

It was AMAZING. EXCELLENT host, great trails, excellent towns people. I’m already planning my next trip back!!!

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Meg

3 weeks ago

Weekend Trip to Ferns in the Forest

Virgil & Pam really go above and beyond at The Fern House! The cabin was comfy and stocked with everything one could need for an extended weekend away. Our hosts were generous and gracious. They provide great communication and hospitality. We spent 3 nights and wish it could've been longer! Our pups loved the mile walk around the property each morning plus great hiking spots nearby. We took advantage of the fireplace, local eatery suggestions, and the loft was the perfect hideaway for resting and waking to beautiful wooded views. We cant wait to come back!

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Carlos

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Ohiopyle Camping @ Benner's

The place and the organization was pretty good. In general a great place where to camp for the first time. The only issue I had is that the tent area is too close to the RV area. This means children screaming were annoying and also people just beating stuff or maybe a gun range. In any case, it is pretty noisy outside of the quiet hours.

Tara

October 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Ferns in the Forest

We absolutely loved staying in the Fernhouse!! It was perfect. It was adorable and so cozy. It was very clean and had everything we needed. The location was wonderful! So close to hiking trails and lots of outdoor recreation. The hike around the property was beautiful and our dogs loved walking it with us in the morning. The outdoor area is super cozy too. Virgil was so kind and welcoming. We will be back again in another season!! I would highly recommend.

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pat

September 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Ferns in the Forest

This was my 3d stay at the Fern house. Virgil goes above and beyond, the little house is very comfy and well appointed, and it’s so great to have a mile long trail right at your doorstep for early morning and evening walks! Virgil even left biscuits for my dog ❤️ I think of this place as a home away from home.

Aileen

September 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Burnhead Grazings

We had a great experience at Burnhead Grazings. The two campsites were scenic and spacious. The stream site felt very private and close to farm and accessing the facilities. Moire was a gracious host and cooked us a delicious breakfast. Emmy gave an enthusiastic and informational tour of the farm and we were excited about seeing the various animals on the farm. Overall we had an excellent experience and we can't wait to come back in the future!

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Dana

September 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at Ohiopyle Camping @ Benner's

Beautiful, quiet campsite with very clean facilities and excellent play structures. We’ll definitely be back!

Jared

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Ferns in the Forest

The cabin was peaceful and cozy. Virgil made sure we can ask for anything if needed. Lots of stuff to do in the area. I kinda wish we had done breakfast with Virgil and Pam.

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Andrew

August 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Ferns in the Forest

Beautiful cabin and property. It is somehow very comfortable and "roughing it" all at the same time. Virgil and Pam we had everything we needed and were gracious hosts.

Jen

August 2025

3 nights at Ferns in the Forest

The Fern House is a favorite and Virgil is a great host!

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Brad

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Burnhead Grazings

Everything about this camping destination is special. The ambiance of the environment is hard to beat, we stayed adjacent to the stream and tied our hammocks up right alongside the water. We enjoyed our conversation with Moire and with Randy and our dog had a fun play session with their dogs. We forgot to make our way to the swing overlooking the pond but next time we visit we'll be sure to remember. You won't regret staying here, what a treat!

kayak on the pond or go swim with the fish

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Ron

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Burnhead Grazings

The farm plot is a stunning property with a beautiful pond. Proximity to Indiana is only 3 miles, with the Hoodlebug cycling trail very close by. Wish we could have spent more time there!

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Jeanine

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Ferns in the Forest

Great cabin close to Frank Lloyd Wright homes and Ohiopyle State Park! Wonderful deck. You could just make this your whole trip. Virgil is very responsive and he and Pam are great people I had the pleasure of meeting. Would def return. You'll need to climb a ladder to access the lofted bedroom. Watch those angled beams!

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Annika

July 2025

23 ft Class B

With pets

1 night at John B.’s "The Baker Camp"

John’s camp is a serene and peaceful space to immerse yourself deep into the pen Pennsylvania countryside. I was driving from New York to California and quit the turnpike because of the crazy rain. I was in my class B 22 foot airstream and drove in & out very easily and was able to hook up to a 30 amp outlet which was great. There is a pavilion with a fridge, there is an outhouse, but I was fully equipped in my van and just wanted a safe haven for the night. John was a great host, responded straight away to my last-minute booking, and filled me in on the property. My dog was able to run around and I was also able to walk along the road for a few miles next morning. t’s a great place if you are in a van & just want to get some peace and quiet, watch fireflies, and deer, and get away from it all. Or If you’re looking for a digital detox, a campfire, and some fun exploring with friends, this is the spot. I appreciated how well laid out it was, it was private from the road & magical!

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Sherry

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Ferns in the Forest

We loved staying at the Fern House! Peaceful, clean and well stocked. Just what we needed for a weekend getaway.

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Deb

July 2025

3 nights at Ferns in the Forest

Virgil and his wife were so very welcoming. The property has beautiful ferns throughout the surrounding woods. We loved it. The cabin had everything we needed. Beautiful inside. I would highly recommend this cabin. Close to all the attractions and in a relaxed setting. Also, dog friendly. Our shepherd Max is afraid of fireworks so we decided to take him to the country. This was a perfect setting.

Beck

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Burnhead Grazings

I camped here in June 2023, and for the fourth of July in 2025; it's always a delight to visit and listen to stories by the Hosts Moire and Randy at breakfast! Very polite and friendly, they have two dogs, one is a corgi who is free range and wanders the property. Between the farm animals, wildlife and stunning firefly population, the surrounding scenery always dazzles me when I stay here. The creekside spot is the way to go! Especially during the hot, dry season, the creek is nice to soak in. Plenty of space, firewood, and room to relax in my tent with my bf and his dog. Town is 5 minutes away, including a Giant Eagle for groceries and other conveniences. We had a lovely time!

Fire pit with nice cooking apparatus that has 3 different tiers. We used two for grilling and one as a table. It adds so much value to the camp site.

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Maria

June 2025

Tent

1 night at Burnhead Grazings

Randy was very kind and the property was so beautiful! It rained while we were there but Randy helped us out by giving us towels to clean off our equipment. Felt very attended to and the dogs were great and loved attention.

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David

May 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Burnhead Grazings

Its beautiful...I mean actually beautiful. From the moment we arrived we were highly impressed by the scenery. The site is easy to access. The hosts were inviting and completely exceeded our expectations. We are so happy to have found this hidden gem close to home. This felt like a perfect wholesome family experience. You can't help but relax being here. Absolutely can't wait to be back!

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Kimberly

May 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Ferns in the Forest

The tiny home was perfect size for my husband and I with our pup. We enjoyed the fire pit with included firewood and the gas grill, but arrived after it had been raining quite a bit and the mosquitoes and gnats were terrible. Expected since you are in the woods, but fyi to bring bug spray as there is no screened-in areas to hang out outside. Even though the house was located fairly close to the road, it was still peaceful and mostly quiet with occasional cars. We loved the sleeping loft- so cozy and we slept great listening to the birds and trees;) We enjoyed the peace and quiet so much, we spent a lot of time just relaxing at the house. The owners checked in often if they saw us outside, and were lovely to chat with!