Is there any place in pennsylvania where i can just camp without needing any permits or reservations?

Question

Is there any place in pennsylvania where i can just camp without needing any permits or reservations? I've never gone camping before, I know all the things i need and everything I need to do to prepare, I just don't know any place to go that I can just put up a tent for a few nights

Answer 1

National Forests.......you can find one near you by doing a search I tried to copy a link and it would not work

Answer 2

Joe is right, you can camp without fee in the national forests.  Some spots with ammentities do require payment, but there will be signs.

Don't listen to Wille, he hasn't a clue.

http://www.fs.fed.us/r9/forests/alleghen...

Have fun, take the time to learn about your surrounding and be careful.  Oh and remember to leave it as you found it :)

Answer 3

The vast majority of camping areas in Pennsylvania do require a permit or reservation. Camping is not allowed at all on Pennsylvania State Game Lands. Permit camping may be available on PA State Forest Lands, but you will have to contact the office of the Forest Supervisor for the specific forest you wish to camp in to see what exactly their regulations are. PA State Parks will almost always require a fee and reservation.

Camping in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and all other Federal areas does require a fee and permit.

The few notable exceptions: "Dispersed" and "Primative" camping areas may be available in the Allegheny National Forest. Here is the link: http://www.fs.fed.us/r9/forests/alleghen...

With the exception of a few places, most of the forest is open to camping.

Backpackers have a bit more leeway. Camping sites for backpackers are almost always free and first-come-first-serve along the Applachian Trail and many of the longer trail networks within the state. If you are looking to "get away from it all" then there are lots of places you can hike to and camp. Unfortunately if you are not willing to part with your coolers and flush toilets, then making a reservation at a National or State Park or a private campground may be your only option.

Answer 4

write to the PA Chamber of Commerce Dept. They must also have a website. They'll help you locate just the right place for your camping trip including how to get there and what is available there.