Campers Paradise Campground

RV camping at Campers Paradise Campground is a great way to experience the Allegheny National Forest. The campground is close to Clear Creek State Park and the Clarion River. The river is a convenient destination for all sorts of water sports. There is a small sand beach open during the summer. There are also boat launches for kayaking and canoeing. The Clarion River has Class I rapids and is ideal for beginner kayakers. You can also fish for trout and panfish in the river, and the smaller Clear Creek is stocked with trout as well.

An extensive network of hiking trails weaves through Clear Creek State Park as well as Cook Forest State Park, which is also nearby. Many of the hiking trails follow beautiful old logging paths. Along the trails, you'll find historic bridges, cabins, and other structures. The trails vary in difficulty - several easy trails are excellent for wildlife watching, as well as more challenging trails for experienced hikers. Cook Forest State Park also has bike trails and several trails for horseback riding as well. There are private vendors nearby that offer guided horse rides. In the winter, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are allowed on many of the trails in both parks. Cook Forest State Park also has designated areas for sledding and ice skating. If you want to go snowmobiling when you book an RV rental in Jefferson County, there is trail access in Marienville, which is a short drive away.

If you want to go hunting during your motorhome camping trip, there are designated areas available in both parks too. Bear, deer, turkey, and squirrel are all common game species in the area. Of course, you'll want to check current hunting regulations before heading out. Those who enjoy wildlife watching can check out several unique species of flowers and trees, as well as different kinds of birds.

Campers Paradise is part of the broader Allegheny National Forest area, which is a popular vacation destination. Although the campground is very secluded, there's still plenty to do when you rent an RV in this area. The closest gas stations and grocery stores are in the small town of Brookville, which is south of the campground. Be sure to stop there before your RV camping trip to pick up any essentials you may need. If you decide you want to go out to eat, you'll find restaurants there as well as in the town of Clarion to the west. This area is full of antique shops and gift shops as well, and you can have fun driving around and picking up souvenirs. If you're traveling with kids, you may enjoy the mini-golf course conveniently located near the campground as well.

When you camp in an RV at Campers Paradise Campground, it's easy to make a day trip to Pittsburgh, which is the nearest large city. Pittsburgh has several excellent museums and gardens to choose from, including the Phipps Conservatory, Carnegie Science Center, Carnegie Museum of Natural History, and the National Aviary.

For art lovers, the Andy Warhol Museum and the Frick Pittsburgh are both worth a visit. Sports lovers may want to catch a game at Heinz Field or PNC Park. Pittsburgh is also home to the Duquesne Incline, which is one of the tallest funiculars in the United States. This small vehicle takes riders 400 feet up for beautiful views of downtown Pittsburgh.