The best private sites RV campgrounds near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Outside Pennsylvania's second-largest city exists a mecca for all things nature. Camping near Pittsburg allows you to enjoy Pennsylvania's expansive pine and oak forests. The Monghale River runs through much of the region, letting outdoor lovers fish for trout, as well as largemouth bath. Some kayaking and canoeing push-off points can be found along the river, as well. Those who find themselves in or near the city can find Instagram-worthy landscapes inside the Beechview-Seldom Seen Greenway. An hour-or-so drive South-East of Downtown will treat you to the rustic, RV, tent-only, and structure camping along Savage River State Forest. (Trust us: it’s not savage, but sublime.) Those who want to experience tiny house living for themselves can book a stay at Tiny House - Big Farm Adventure to see what all the hoopla is about. Bald Eagles frequent the areas near Pittsburgh as well, so keep your eyes to the trees while you’re hiking.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. River Hills Above the Allegheny

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(525)

47mi from Pittsburgh · 8 sites · Tents, RVs · Parker, PA

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!

2. Family Summer Camp Rv & Tent Sites

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42mi from Pittsburgh · 99 sites · Tents, RVs · Champion, PA

Learn more about this land: We are offering Year-Round camping with 30-amp Rv hook ups. Water turned on site after May 15th, Cable on every site. A dump station available at the exit! There is a shower house / bathhouse available to the campers. 24-7 -365. Campers will have unlimited access to activities and amenities at no additional charge. Olympic sized swimming pool 18 round mini golf, Shuffleboard and boccie ball. Gaga ball pit, Sand box, playgrounds, basketball, volleyball, tennis and pickleball courses. the campground as a schedule of activities from Memorial Day to Labor Day. We can't. take Hip campers on the three summer Holiday weekends. Our camping price. is all inclusive includes all onsite amenities. no food Located in the heart of the Laurel Highland We are a gated Camping Community. we are in close proximity to all the area's most popular attraction. Ohiopyle State Park Laurel Hill State Park Koosier State Park Linn Runn State Park Three Frank Lloyd Wright homes, Fallingwater, Kentuck Knob & The Duncan House! Flight 93 National Monument Living Treasures Animal Park Caddy Shack Numerous Restaurants Wineries Breweries and Wedding Venues! We are located only minutes from Seven Springs, Hidden Valley and Laurel Mt. Ski Resorts. Skiers from all over the United States flock to Southwestern Pennsylvania to Ski the Laurel Highlands! Wonderful area to explore!

Outside Pennsylvania's second-largest city exists a mecca for all things nature. Camping near Pittsburg allows you to enjoy Pennsylvania's expansive pine and oak forests. The Monghale River runs through much of the region, letting outdoor lovers fish for trout, as well as largemouth bath. Some kayaking and canoeing push-off points can be found along the river, as well. Those who find themselves in or near the city can find Instagram-worthy landscapes inside the Beechview-Seldom Seen Greenway. An hour-or-so drive South-East of Downtown will treat you to the rustic, RV, tent-only, and structure camping along Savage River State Forest. (Trust us: it’s not savage, but sublime.) Those who want to experience tiny house living for themselves can book a stay at Tiny House - Big Farm Adventure to see what all the hoopla is about. Bald Eagles frequent the areas near Pittsburgh as well, so keep your eyes to the trees while you’re hiking.

97% (80)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. River Hills Above the Allegheny

100%

(525)

47mi from Pittsburgh · 8 sites · Tents, RVs · Parker, PA

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!

2. Family Summer Camp Rv & Tent Sites

97%

(16)

42mi from Pittsburgh · 99 sites · Tents, RVs · Champion, PA

Learn more about this land: We are offering Year-Round camping with 30-amp Rv hook ups. Water turned on site after May 15th, Cable on every site. A dump station available at the exit! There is a shower house / bathhouse available to the campers. 24-7 -365. Campers will have unlimited access to activities and amenities at no additional charge. Olympic sized swimming pool 18 round mini golf, Shuffleboard and boccie ball. Gaga ball pit, Sand box, playgrounds, basketball, volleyball, tennis and pickleball courses. the campground as a schedule of activities from Memorial Day to Labor Day. We can't. take Hip campers on the three summer Holiday weekends. Our camping price. is all inclusive includes all onsite amenities. no food Located in the heart of the Laurel Highland We are a gated Camping Community. we are in close proximity to all the area's most popular attraction. Ohiopyle State Park Laurel Hill State Park Koosier State Park Linn Runn State Park Three Frank Lloyd Wright homes, Fallingwater, Kentuck Knob & The Duncan House! Flight 93 National Monument Living Treasures Animal Park Caddy Shack Numerous Restaurants Wineries Breweries and Wedding Venues! We are located only minutes from Seven Springs, Hidden Valley and Laurel Mt. Ski Resorts. Skiers from all over the United States flock to Southwestern Pennsylvania to Ski the Laurel Highlands! Wonderful area to explore!

Stories from the community

Actual time lapse photo taken from site.

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Laura

October 2025

19 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to River Hills Above the Allegheny

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

2 nights at River Hills Above the Allegheny

Amazing secluded woods spot with awsome views and cool trails

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James

September 2025

10 ft pop-up camper

1 night at River Hills Above the Allegheny

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

1 night at River Hills Above the Allegheny

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (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

Weekend Trip to River Hills Above the Allegheny

Chris has a great camp. Looking forward to next year!

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David

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to River Hills Above the Allegheny

Exactly as advertised. Great layout for groups, enough flat land for activities, and beautiful surroundings. Great trails on site. We made the adventurous trek down to the river from this site which took about 30 minutes. Trail was a tough challenge but we enjoyed it. The compost toilet was very clean, and it was great having the wood shed next to the site. Great communications from ownership and everything was very smooth. Highly recommend!

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Adam

September 2025

Tent

1 night at River Hills Above the Allegheny

I had a great night here on an absolutely beautiful spot of land. The adventure started on the final drive up to the property where you traverse some really cool backwoods roads to get to this absolute gem. The EV site was easy to find after entering the property and while Im driving a regular vehicle It would have been immensely convenient if I needed the EV charger or power hookups. Would have loved to spend longer exploring the property and hope to be back in the future!

Eric

September 2025

2 nights at River Hills Above the Allegheny

Had a beautiful stay. Positive people and beautiful views. Would love to visit again sometime.

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Alex

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to River Hills Above the Allegheny

Our group had a really nice weekend here. There were lots of trails to hike, a cool waterfall and a longer hike down to the Allegheny River. The area is fairly secluded which was a big plus. Would definitely recommend.

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Michael

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to River Hills Above the Allegheny

Excellent camp site. Pretty private, although people needed to drive through our site to get to another site. The creek is a nice place to explore and the open field is excellent for star gazing. Chris was very responsive and everything was as described

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Evan

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to River Hills Above the Allegheny

We had such a wonderful stay here as a family (two kids & two dogs! The site itself is absolutely perfect - peaceful, quiet, and surrounded by rolling hills and nature. At night, the view of the stars was breathtaking, and during the day the beauty was just as striking. We loved the short hike to the waterfalls, complete with a natural swimming pool, and I especially enjoyed relaxing in my hammock over the creek with one of our dogs. The owners and their family were so kind and welcoming - they even invited our kids up to play with theirs when they stayed a night at the site above us. Truly good-hearted people! The site was affordable, close enough to Pittsburgh for us to get away without going far, yet still felt like an escape from the chaos of everyday life. We’re so grateful to have had the opportunity to share in this special place!

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Kelly

August 2025

12 ft pop-up camper

Weekend Trip to River Hills Above the Allegheny

Such a wonderful site on beautiful property. It was quiet and private and very well maintained. The electric was extremely nice to have.

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Kellie

August 2025

Tent

With kids

2 nights at River Hills Above the Allegheny

Absolutely loved our stay. The waterfall trail was a short walk away, and the field area was a nice size. The area was beautiful. We forgot a couple things, but thankfully there's a Dollar General about 18 minutes away.

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Julieth

July 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to River Hills Above the Allegheny

The place was absolutely delightful. Lots of privacy and the waterfall was great! We enjoyed walking by the river and looking at the stars at night.

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Emily

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to River Hills Above the Allegheny

Beautiful place! Very private, there are other campers on the property but you only see them on trails or when coming or going. Well maintained campsite with picnic table and fire pit. The waterfall is more than satisfying!

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Stacey

July 2025

Tent

2 nights at River Hills Above the Allegheny

The host was friendly and very prompt with messages. The views were stunning on the property. The waterfall is so lovely. Wear good shoes on the trail down. It is a little slippery. The site was well maintained and mowed. The gravel road to the sites up the hill go through the site but didn’t bother us. And the wood for sale shed was directly next to site. The compositing outhouse was a short walk. Our welled trained dog was able to play off leash and we all had a good time.

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Meir

June 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to River Hills Above the Allegheny

Fantastic stay, lovely trails, and the host was very easy to communicate with.

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Virginia

June 2025

15 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to River Hills Above the Allegheny

This is an amazing hip camp. Part of our family was on the Open Field and part were up at the River Ridge site. We all gathered on the open field for meals. One side was shady in the morning and the opposite side by the campfire and picnic table was shady in the evening. We had hot days so we found water activities in the afternoons. The waterfall on the property was just as described and so fun. Another day we hiked part of the North Country Trail and had ice cream in Parker. The outhouse was in good condition just as described and a short walk from our camper. Sunsets were beautiful!! Chris was immediate with responses to any questions. If you are bringing a camper pay attention to his instructions for getting there!

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Jordan

June 2025

14 ft pop-up camper

With kids

2 nights at River Hills Above the Allegheny

What a fantastic campsite! My kids thought it was really cool to have to drive up and down the hills and back roads to get there. The 110 outlets made it so easy for me to plug-in what we needed to enjoy our camp. We absolutely loved going down to the creek and exploring it together. The scenery here is simply beautiful. In 24 hours we saw a fox and eagle and three deer! All of us kind of freaked out when we saw the fox because we none of us have ever seen one.

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Deborah

June 2025

Tent

With pets

3 nights at River Hills Above the Allegheny

It was our first time camping here. My husband, me and our 2 dogs. So peaceful our camp site was close to the waterfall and loved listening to it. Chris was helpful and responded quickly to my question.