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Polly Hill Campground

44 sites · RVs, Tents In Ryerson Station State Park

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The Blue Canoe

141 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents3 acres · Connellsville, PA

The Blue Canoe The Blue Canoe is a magical place. Just say “Youghiogheny” three times and Pennsylvania’s most perfect campsite will appear before you. If you can’t pronounce Youghiogheny, just book us online. Still magical, because we sit right between the Youghiogheny River and the Great Allegheny Passage bike trail. So every campsite comes with a view of the trail or river. We know you want to get right to the fun part, so we make the getting settled part painless and easy. Bring your own accommodations and enjoy options for hookups. Or stay in one of our full-service, deluxe cabins. Camp your way!

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White House Cabins

8 sites · Lodging120 acres · Uniontown, PA

Learn more about this land: We are at the foot of the Allegheny Mountains. 30 minute drive to white water rafting , famous Ohiopyle State Park.Falling Waters and Fort Necessity are easily accessed

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Cooper's Whitewater Hideout

2 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents3 acres · Bruceton Mills, WV

This special and hidden place is the perfect hideaway along the West Virginia border with Maryland, just 15 minutes from Morgantown. It is perfect for anyone looking to fish, paddle, ski, hike, hunt, etc. . . and just get away from it all! This land has been developed for easy access and insulated serenity. The property is within a gated development with plentiful waterfront access along Laurel Run and Big Sandy Creek (multiple community parks exist including a waterfall hike to Wonder Falls). The strong 5G cell coverage here is great for hot-spotting. There are more than 20,000 acres of public lands within minutes of this campsite, come check this place out and enjoy a campfire away from it all! For River Runners: This site is within 5 minutes to the Lower Big Sandy, 30 minutes to the Cheat, 30 minutes to the Upper Yough, and 45 minutes to the Lower Yough. Also check out Highwater Hobbies in Bruceton Mills for all your gear needs: https://www.highwaterhobbies.com/ For Hikers: the gates of this development are located along the Allegheny Trail for more information see https://www.hikethealleghenytrail.org/

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ROCK⭐️STAR

11 sites · RVs, Tents3 acres · Morgantown, WV

CAMP ROCKST⭐️R Whats with that name ? Well!………My soulmate and I are on a dream mission renovating a very old house/building/bar that sets almost 3 acres ❤️All walks of life our welcome here at Rockstar❤️👽💛🤡💙🤠💚🖤🤎🤍🧡 2️⃣campsite’s W/electric 🏕🚍 ⛺️Disbursed tent sites you choose on arrival where you would like to camp ⛺️Tent camp sites are PPP = P-ark in gravel lot P-ack gear 1 min walk P-itch tent ℹ️ -Available to all booked campsites 🚽🚰- Items with double stars ** please see extras for pricing 🚿Hot/cold Outdoor shower house ** 🪵 firewood** 📶 -FREE WiFi - 🍕Pizza** 🎣🪱 fishing worms** 📸🎶 RockStaR🛼 🪩photo Session /Jam** 📪 We are located off of I -79 Goshen Rd Exit #146 Smithtown Rd Morgantown, WV 26508 📍GAS The Pilot Station conveniently open 24hrs 0.3 mi 🏧 📍HotSpot Hailey's 0.3 mi🎰🏧 📍ParknRide 0.1 mi 🅿️🚖 📍4-H Camp/ with Public swimming pool 1.6 mi🛝🏀🪁🏖 📍WV Railtrail access 4.3 mi 🚴🏻‍♂️🚵‍♀️🌸🍄🪺🌳🐿 📍Marina river access 4.2 mi 🚣🏻‍♀️🐠🎣🐟🛶 📍Toms Run Perserve 0.6 mi 🌲🌻🍄🌷🐿 📍Walmart is 3.6 mi exit 1 🛒🏧 ❤️ Few things to be expected when staying with us at RockStar besides a warm and welcome smile 😊 a meet and greet from our very friendly kittycat's that roam the property they are in and out of main house. 🦌🐿🦨🐀🪨🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾Deer can be seen in the back yard most evenings. If your traveling with pets please use caution before just letting them off leash when you arive . 🌲We do have a creek running threw the property, Lots of mother nature here in Wild and Wonderful West Virgina Being close to the interstate and The Pilot Truck stop station OpEn 24\7 there is lots of traffic noise

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Ohiopyle Camping @ Benner's

3 sites · Lodging, Tents130 acres · Farmington, PA

Welcome to Benner's Meadow Run 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!

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Evelyne’s Farm

1 site · RV, Tent128 acres · Eighty Four, PA

We have a stunning flower farm 43 min out of down town pittsburgh. We have restored 20+ Acers of wildlife habitat. & the seeded over 50 acers of wildflowers We have 2 streams that run though our property. That you can go wadding though full of frogs & small fish. As well as a marsh full of dragon flys

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Cheat View Outpost

4 sites · RVs, Tents26 acres · Masontown, WV

On the edge of Cheat CanyonLearn more about this land:Several romote tent sites to choose from close to stream and trails Room for campers in meadow

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Riverside camp

2 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · Smithton, PA

Private riverside camp good for fishing, kayaking, camping. Large mostly open lot with a trail leading down to the youghiogheny river. Nice view of the river. Good for tenting, pop ups, smaller rv’s and travel trailers. There are used train tracks close by. Currently there are no restrooms on site. Electric is available Basically one large camp site

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Sterling Lake

8 sites · Tents10 acres · Smock, PA

PLEASE READ this information about the property and specific details regarding each site to ensure you book the site that fits your needs the best. -- Offering nature retreats, camping spots for tents, & fishing on the large stocked pond. Private area of approximately 15 acres consisting of flat areas for camping, a wooded area with nature trails, & a small stocked lake and pond. The efficient nature trails are easy to hike/walk and perfect for beginners -- Several flat areas are surrounded by wooded trees and shade which is perfect for pitching a tent. Fire pits next to each camping site. - The stocked lake/pond is within 15-50 feet of camping areas. Bring your own tent and supplies. --A very large open area away from woods can host a very large group or groups of campers. -- Campfires, fishing, kayaking, canoeing, and paddle boarding are allowed. --This property is offset from rural roads. In spring and summer, there is lush vegetation, brush, and wildlife. No streetlights on the property. There is a small community situated across and up from the lake. **Please text via the HIPCAMP app your ETA approximately 24 hours prior to arrival to ensure that someone will be available to meet you. No check-ins after 6:30 PM unless previously arranged. **NOTE** Some GPS directions will say New Salem or Smock instead of Chestnut Ridge ** We support the "Leave No Trace" Best Practices to preserve nature. https://lnt.org/why/ --We do have occasional trespassers who fish (not next to campsites), so if you notice anyone before we do, please let us know so that we can ensure you have the best experience.

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The Campsite at Dragonfly Lake

1 site · Tent20 acres · Woodsfield, OH

The Campsite at Dragonfly is located on a secluded and private 20 acres in the foothills of the Appalachian mountains. The campsite is a 1000 ft hike from the parking area. The campsite includes a fire ring and firewood and a nearby chemical toilet. There are various water sport activities like fishing, kayaking, or paddle boating and plenty of hiking trails to explore the great outdoors! This is a nature lovers paradise... enjoy watching ducks, geese, blue heron, egrets, hawks, varieties of turtles, largemouth bass, catfish, bluegill, deer and many more animals. Please note that this hike is up and down a decent grade, so please plan accordingly and take this in consideration if any one in your party has physical limitations. During your stay you are welcome to enjoy the lake, we have kayaks, pedal boat, jon boat and stand up paddle boards located at the floating dock on the dam. You are welcome to use them all, weather permitting, just please return them to their proper place and in the same condition you found them in. The lake is deep so please make sure to keep any non-swimmers safe with the use of flotation devices. If you plan to fish you are welcome to bring your own fishing gear. The lake is stocked with bluegill, large-mouth bass, and catfish but it is nature so you may find other species that we don’t know about! We also provide firewood so you don't have to worry about packing it!!! Other things you will probably want to pack for your stay include: Sturdy shoes for walking to your camp site and exploring the trails. Please ask to see what is available/restricted during your stay. Flashlights/Headlamps for navigating outside after dark Bug spray Jacket/long pants (it can get chilly in the evenings in the spring and fall) Frequent questions and answers: *Can you drive up and park by the campsite - No, The camp site is a short 1000 ft hike from the parking area *How do you get your things to the camp site - Pack light... there is a hand cart to transport things up and down the hill. *Will there be other people on the property... there are two cabins on the other side of the lake... we have made every effort in layout and design of the property to maximize seclusion and privacy and the vast majority of our guest appreciate and are respectful of it. *Are there shared common areas and things - The lake is private and shared by the guest of the cabins... boats and life jackets are shared and are to be returned to the main dock area at the dam. *Can we swim in the lake - We have made no accommodations for swimming... it is a muddy bottom lake... Many people have swam in it... like all outdoor activities, they are at your own risk and should have adult supervision when appropriate. *Is there phone service.... service is spotty. *Is there a bathroom... there is a chemical toilet just a short walk from the campsite *Are there weeds and plant life in the lake - Yes, it is a natural body of water not a treated urban drainage ditch... we have at times had issues with vegetation and algae but we have made great strides to keep the lake clear and as natural as we can. *Can I bring a generator... no... we like to maintain the sound of nature for our guest. **Please check out our area tourism website for activities and area information** discover monroe county .org Check out our 5 star lodging reviews online for "The Nest Lodging and Rentals" located near Woodsfield, Ohio.

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Camp Presmont Camping

26 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents30 acres · Piedmont, OH

At Camp Presmont our Mission Statement is: Employing the beauty of creation, Camp Presmont exists to serve the church, nurture the family, and reach the lost with the gospel in the power of the Spirit to make ready a people prepared for the Lord. By offering individual site rentals we are able to reach even more people for Christ. We do have a no drugs or alcohol policy for our property, this includes smoking. We feel that we have a small slice of paradise out here, so please come and check us out. The camp is located right above beautiful Peidmont lake, giving you a great view and opportunity for activities such as boating, fishing, and swimming. We also have plenty of other activities available like basketball, volleyball, hiking, disc golf and more. (Bring own balls and discs). We would love to have you out and share with you the beauty that is our camp!

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Rustic Paradise

3 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · Bruceton Mills, WV

Camping near Big Sandy Creek, close to Cheat Lake. If you are looking to unwind, you have found the perfect place. Whether you prefer the comfort of an RV or the rustic charm of a tent, we’ve got you covered. Our spacious RV site offers electricity, 30-amp service. For the adventurous souls, our tent site provides the ideal setting to immerse yourself in nature. A Porta Pot is on site and shared between the RV and tent site. If you want to ensure your privacy, use the option to rent both sites and have the entire property to yourself. Sit back and enjoy the outdoors and the sound of babbling waters. Enjoy your days hiking along the river, and your evenings sitting by the campfire. Our camp is located in a gated community comprised of homes and camp sites, and is only a short 5-minute walk to the community common area where you can enjoy breathtaking views of Big Sandy Creek and picnic areas that are ideal for get-togethers, and family getaways. Embark on exhilarating hikes on scenic trails, discover waterfalls and refreshing waterholes that provide the perfect backdrop for relaxation and rejuvenation. With unparalleled natural beauty and endless opportunities, your perfect camping getaway awaits. Book your camping adventure today. A limited cell signal depends on your network provider in this area. Please plan accordingly. Of course pets are welcome, they are family. Pictures provided include camp sites and community common areas. Close to Coopers Rock State Park, Cheat Lake, and Morgantown. 45 minutes to Deep Creek Lake, MD.

The best camping near Ryerson Station State Park guide

Overview

About

Battles have been fought over Ryerson Station State Park. Granted that was before it was actually a state park, it doesn’t take away from classic 18th century vibe going on here. Once a hotly contested area between Native Americans and Settles, Ryerson Station is now a living ode to the majestic beauty of the old world. Rifles are commonplace during hunting season when a sharp shooter may take home a deer or a turkey and there are tons of fun, hands-on learning opportunities for the kiddos year round. History plus hiking plus swimming and a dash of famous Northeastern fall foliage equals a perfect recipe for a little R&R.

When to go

The ideal time to visit Ryerson Station State Park is during the spring and fall when the weather is mild and the natural scenery is at its peak. Summer months bring warmth and a full bloom of park life, but also more visitors. Winters can be harsh, with snow potentially limiting access to certain areas of the park.

Know before you go

Check the weather forecast before your visit to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
Be aware of park hours, which may vary by season, to plan your trip accordingly.
Remember to pack essentials like water, snacks, and a first-aid kit for your outdoor adventures.
Stay informed about any trail closures or area restrictions that may be in effect during your visit.
Take advantage of the park's available amenities, such as picnic areas and restrooms, for a comfortable day out.