Pittsburgh, PA Area Things To Do

If you are looking to relocate to Pittsburgh, or buy Pittsburgh area real estate, you may be thinking of our area as only a large city and suburbs. Pittsburgh is a large city, and we have many beautiful suburbs, like Peters Township, but what you may not know is that there is plenty of great outdoor adventure fun to enjoy here as well. My favorite? Camping!

Camping in Pittsburgh

The summer months in Pittsburgh are a wonderful time to get away from work and take the family -or a lot of friends-for some great camping. The  cost for a camping adventure is budget friendly and the Pittsburgh area communities offer great camp grounds that offer all sorts of options and amenities, so you can enjoy roasting marshmallows, hiking, camp fire cooking,  and sleeping under the stars to whatever level you are comfortable with-from roughing it to having hot showers.

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The following camp grounds offer great options for families:

  • Bear Run Campground – The 60 acre Bear Run Campground has 316 tent sites, RV Sites, and cabins located adjacent to Moraine State Park and McConnell’s Mill State Park in Butler County, Pennsylvania. Swimming pool and canoe rentals available.
  • Breakneck Campground – The Tent camping for individuals and groups is available at this private, forested campground located within walking distance of Slippery Rock Creek. Surrounded by McConnell’s Mill State Park and just ten minutes from Moraine State Park.
  • Madison / Pittsburgh SE KOA- Although located in Westmoreland County, this is the closest KOA campground to Pittsburgh and Monroeville. Offers pull-thru sites, full-hookups, modem dataport, swimming pool, and free fishing.
  • Peaceful Valley Family Campground – An assortment of tent sites and full hookups are available at this Butler County campground, plus a swimming pool and weekend activities and entertainment.

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Until next time,

Jim