Pennsylvania
Ricketts Glen State Park Beach Lake Dispersed Sites
Dispersed Camping
Primitive camping area along an old logging road near Beach Lake in the northern wilderness section of Ricketts Glen. About 8-10 scattered sites in dense hardwood forest, most suitable for tent camping or small rigs. Stone fire rings scattered throughout, but you’ll need to build your own. Popular with hunters in fall, nearly empty most other times.
Access requires a 1.5-mile hike or high-clearance drive on the old Red Rock Road from PA-487. Road gets rough after rains but usually passable. No water source – pack in everything. Strictly leave-no-trace area.
Wilderness lake access in lesser-known park section
Place Details
| Type | Dispersed Camping |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Red Rock, PA |
| Miles from pavement | 6.8 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | High-clearance 2WD |
| Access road surface | Rough dirt |
| Cell service | None |
| Capacity (# of rigs) | 10 rigs |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | Free |
| Reservation required | No |
| Stay limit (nights) | 14 nights |
| Best season | May-October |
| Land manager | State Park |
| Permit required | No |
| Amenities | Fire ring |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
| Find on Google | Search on Google → |