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The best forest camping in Westmoreland County
95% (16) • 162 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Westmoreland County
Area 51 Landing
1. Area 51 Landing
Smithton, PA · 1 site
The enigma of Area 51 captivates a raw feeling deep in human psyche that there is more to the story than we are told. That's because there is. when you disconnect yourself from your known world is when you discover the unknown.
Area 51 Landing is located deep in the old growth forest of Appalachia Mountains on the tail end of Chestnut ridge along Jacobs Creek. This is an area of many documentaries of paranormal over the years. From the Kecksburg UFO incident in the 1960s to the countless Sasquatch sightings since, Chestnut Ridge has spawned many documentaries and research for the paranormal.
This our first year so there's a good bit of underbrush. feel free to bring a bow saw for your small fires and clear as much underneath would like. It's all appreciated to the greater good of nature.
This camp is not easily accessible and the flow of Jacob's Creek could keep you from accessing it. You must cross Jacob's Creek by foot to access your site. Once there, you'll be transformed back in time where primitive rules and absolute tranquility abounds. Area 51 Landing is totally surrounded by state game lands so feel free to wonder and immerse yourself into a clear mountain stream surrounded by wilderness.
Just a few kilometers upstream lies the remains of the first iron forge west of the Allegheny mountains. they made pumpkin balls there for the revolutionary war.
Panning for gold is a very real possibility so bring your gold panning equipment and get ready for the action. There is definitely gold in them their hills.
Have fun, be safe and keep your eye out for Sasquatch and the Greys!
Pets
from
$22
/ night
Fish’n Camp
2. Fish’n Camp
Bolivar, PA · 22 sites
Fish’nCamp provides well-spaced, rustic tent sites. Enjoy fishing Tubmill Creek and walking along a small trail system that winds through a diverse wooded landscape.
The property is rich with bird, deer and turkey sign, offering excellent wildlife sightings.
With direct access off SR1006/Creek Road, the campground is just minutes from Route 711, the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trailhead, and 45 minutes from Seven Springs Mountain Resort.
We are also minutes from 2 boat launch sites on the Conemaugh River in Indiana County. A 3 hour float takes kayakers and canoists to Blairsville, PA.
Each site has a rockbound fire pit, a bench, trash receptacle, a wood lean-to and space for pitching 2 tents.
A starter Firewood bundle is provided. Additional firewood is available for purchase upon request.
There is a communal spring nearby on Girl Scout Camp Road for drinking water. A map is available on request.
***For privacy and personal preference, guests should bring their own portable camp toilets and toilet tents. No dump facility is available***
There is a single portable toilet, trash receptacle and recycle bins at the parking area.
Pets
Campfires
from
$10
/ night
Cozy Mountain Cabin near 7 Springs
3. Cozy Mountain Cabin near 7 Springs
100%
(3)
Champion, PA · 1 site
Stay in the beautiful Laurel Highlands in our cozy cabin . Scenic views, hiking, biking, rafting, kayaking, skiing and much more await within minutes of the property. Enjoy the outdoor grill, fire pit, garden, hammocks and wooded walking paths on site. Meet fury friends Hazel (greyhound dog), Mocha and Peanut (calico cats) or bring your own!
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$250
/ night
Loyalhanna Lake
4. Loyalhanna Lake
100%
(1)
Park in Pennsylvania · 44 sites
Come watch the leaves change at this East Coast dreamboat. Loyalhanna Lake, just an hour outside of Pittsburgh, is just the city-goer’s escape you’ve been looking for. With topography ranging from rolling hills, to steep hillsides, and even ravines, you’ll know you're not in Pittsburgh anymore Toto. Whether you're a water-dweller or a landlubber, this park incorporates all the finest leisure to entice you to let loose. Fishing your jam? Try Serviceberry Run if you want a sure thing! Cast your line and anything from catfish, bass, and musky, will bite. A unique opportunity is to paddle the self-guided Willow Water Trail. But if you wanna try something different, go for one of the multiple hiking and biking trails in the area. Didn’t get enough on your day trip? Good news--the park has a campground that can accommodate you plus a group of your lake lovin’ besties.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Keystone State Park
5. Keystone State Park
State park in Pennsylvania · 104 sites
Get back to nature with a glistening lake, soaring herons, twinkling fireflies and, oh yes, a yurt
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Linn Run State Park
6. Linn Run State Park
State park in Pennsylvania · 10 sites
Discover the serene beauty of Linn Run State Park.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
95% (16) • 162 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Westmoreland County
Area 51 Landing
1. Area 51 Landing
Smithton, PA · 1 site
The enigma of Area 51 captivates a raw feeling deep in human psyche that there is more to the story than we are told. That's because there is. when you disconnect yourself from your known world is when you discover the unknown.
Area 51 Landing is located deep in the old growth forest of Appalachia Mountains on the tail end of Chestnut ridge along Jacobs Creek. This is an area of many documentaries of paranormal over the years. From the Kecksburg UFO incident in the 1960s to the countless Sasquatch sightings since, Chestnut Ridge has spawned many documentaries and research for the paranormal.
This our first year so there's a good bit of underbrush. feel free to bring a bow saw for your small fires and clear as much underneath would like. It's all appreciated to the greater good of nature.
This camp is not easily accessible and the flow of Jacob's Creek could keep you from accessing it. You must cross Jacob's Creek by foot to access your site. Once there, you'll be transformed back in time where primitive rules and absolute tranquility abounds. Area 51 Landing is totally surrounded by state game lands so feel free to wonder and immerse yourself into a clear mountain stream surrounded by wilderness.
Just a few kilometers upstream lies the remains of the first iron forge west of the Allegheny mountains. they made pumpkin balls there for the revolutionary war.
Panning for gold is a very real possibility so bring your gold panning equipment and get ready for the action. There is definitely gold in them their hills.
Have fun, be safe and keep your eye out for Sasquatch and the Greys!
Pets
from
$22
/ night
Fish’n Camp
2. Fish’n Camp
Bolivar, PA · 22 sites
Fish’nCamp provides well-spaced, rustic tent sites. Enjoy fishing Tubmill Creek and walking along a small trail system that winds through a diverse wooded landscape.
The property is rich with bird, deer and turkey sign, offering excellent wildlife sightings.
With direct access off SR1006/Creek Road, the campground is just minutes from Route 711, the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trailhead, and 45 minutes from Seven Springs Mountain Resort.
We are also minutes from 2 boat launch sites on the Conemaugh River in Indiana County. A 3 hour float takes kayakers and canoists to Blairsville, PA.
Each site has a rockbound fire pit, a bench, trash receptacle, a wood lean-to and space for pitching 2 tents.
A starter Firewood bundle is provided. Additional firewood is available for purchase upon request.
There is a communal spring nearby on Girl Scout Camp Road for drinking water. A map is available on request.
***For privacy and personal preference, guests should bring their own portable camp toilets and toilet tents. No dump facility is available***
There is a single portable toilet, trash receptacle and recycle bins at the parking area.
Pets
Campfires
from
$10
/ night
Cozy Mountain Cabin near 7 Springs
3. Cozy Mountain Cabin near 7 Springs
100%
(3)
Champion, PA · 1 site
Stay in the beautiful Laurel Highlands in our cozy cabin . Scenic views, hiking, biking, rafting, kayaking, skiing and much more await within minutes of the property. Enjoy the outdoor grill, fire pit, garden, hammocks and wooded walking paths on site. Meet fury friends Hazel (greyhound dog), Mocha and Peanut (calico cats) or bring your own!
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$250
/ night
Loyalhanna Lake
4. Loyalhanna Lake
100%
(1)
Park in Pennsylvania · 44 sites
Come watch the leaves change at this East Coast dreamboat. Loyalhanna Lake, just an hour outside of Pittsburgh, is just the city-goer’s escape you’ve been looking for. With topography ranging from rolling hills, to steep hillsides, and even ravines, you’ll know you're not in Pittsburgh anymore Toto. Whether you're a water-dweller or a landlubber, this park incorporates all the finest leisure to entice you to let loose. Fishing your jam? Try Serviceberry Run if you want a sure thing! Cast your line and anything from catfish, bass, and musky, will bite. A unique opportunity is to paddle the self-guided Willow Water Trail. But if you wanna try something different, go for one of the multiple hiking and biking trails in the area. Didn’t get enough on your day trip? Good news--the park has a campground that can accommodate you plus a group of your lake lovin’ besties.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Keystone State Park
5. Keystone State Park
State park in Pennsylvania · 104 sites
Get back to nature with a glistening lake, soaring herons, twinkling fireflies and, oh yes, a yurt
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Linn Run State Park
6. Linn Run State Park
State park in Pennsylvania · 10 sites
Discover the serene beauty of Linn Run State Park.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
Jenn
November 2025
With kids
We loved staying at Myra's cabin. Comfy beds, clean, good shower, and responsive host. There is a spiral staircase that took us a bit to get used to, but we all did, kids included. Great location between Cleveland & DC.
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Nate
June 2025
With pets
We were looking for a dog-friendly cabin to meet family halfway between Cleveland and DC. Myra made everything easy. The cabin is easy to access, and the property is beautiful. There's a large hiking area behind the cabin. We enjoyed the very nice grill on the deck. Our 2-year-old loved his first campfire and s'more!
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Matthew
November 2024
With pets
Myra was welcoming and the cabin was very clean. We enjoyed the outdoor fire pit. There were several state parks local to the area that were convenient to get to.
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