Indian Brave Campground

The Great Outdoors

When you rent an RV near Indian Brave Campground, you will find yourself in the vicinity of seemingly countless natural gems. If you want to stay close to the campground and the sprawling city of Pittsburgh, but still feel the remoteness of nature, pay a visit to Raccoon Creek State Park. It is one of the largest, oldest, and most popular parks in the state, and with good reason. Raccoon Lake is the center of activity, excellent for swimming, fishing, and boating, or just lying around and relaxing. The rest of the park is equally amazing, with tens of miles of hiking trails disappearing among the trees. Winter gives the park a completely new look, and visitors get access to a range of activities such as ice skating and fishing, cross-country skiing, and snowmobiling.For a chance to truly get away from everything and spend some time in the pristine nature of the Appalachian foothills, hit the road in your RV rental and travel northeast to Allegheny National Forest. Hikers and mountain bikers will be thrilled to find numerous trails that vary in difficulty, one of them being the famous North Country National Scenic Trail. Both the Allegheny and the Clarion rivers are designated Wild and Scenic Rivers, offering their peaceful waters to paddlers and anglers who are looking for the perfect spot to relax. Travelers who come to the forest in winter can enjoy some quality snowmobiling and cross-country skiing.If you are looking for a place that really has it all, head south and park your Harmony camper rental at Ohiopyle State Park. With the Youghiogheny River and its rapids cutting through the park and the lush greenery of its banks, nature lovers will feel at home in this paradise. The river is a prime spot for rafting and fishing, and Youghiogheny Falls is one of the most striking features of the park. There is no end to exciting activities visitors can take part in, from hiking and biking to rock climbing and horseback riding. If you decide to visit the Ferncliff Peninsula, you will get a chance to see some fossils and take a peek into how the region looked in the past.

Exploring the Area

With Pittsburgh so close to the campground, it is easy to turn your motorhome camping adventure into a sightseeing trip. Start by visiting Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, a place where stunning plants and interesting history cross paths. The conservatory is the centerpiece of the gardens, attracting visitors both with its architecture and the exotic plants inside. In addition to over a dozen indoor gardens, there are outdoor gardens that horticulturalists can enjoy, the Rooftop Edible Garden, and the Aquatic Garden being some of them.Switch from the world of flora to the world of fauna and enter the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium. It features thousands of animals from hundreds of species, giving visitors a chance to meet both terrestrial and aquatic creatures. The zoo is divided into several thematic sections, including African Savannah, Water’s Edge, and Forest Passage.Dedicated to one of the most famous artists of the 20th century, the Andy Warhol Museum is a must-visit spot for all the art lovers coming to Pittsburgh. Thousands of objects can be seen on display, from paintings and drawings to sculptures, photographs, and videotaped work. The museum features some truly interesting activities – visitors can create their own art or star in a short film.Rent a camper near Indian Brave Campground and enjoy a unique experience, a combination of untouched nature and urban attractions that you can find only in Pennsylvania.