Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Attractions Nearby
Adventure Awaits Just Minutes from Pittsburgh Roaring Run RV Resort!
Explore the Laurel Highlands & Beyond
If you’re planning your next getaway and searching for nearby attractions that will inspire, entertain, and rejuvenate, you’ll find them all right here. And the best part? They’re just a short, scenic drive from your RV site or cabin at Roaring Run.
Top Attractions Near
Pittsburgh Roaring Run RV Resort
Ohiopyle Pennsylvania State Park – 15 Minutes
Ohiopyle, Pennsylvania
The Ohiopyle State Park in Pennsylvania offers experiences like no other. Marvel at majestic waterfalls, hike rugged trails and natural rock slides, and whitewater raft the roaring Youghiogheny River. It’s a paradise for outdoor lovers and one of Pennsylvania's most visited state parks. Popular highlights include Cucumber Falls, the Meadow Run Natural Waterslides, and the pedestrian bridge overlooking the falls in Ohiopyle village.
Just 15 minutes away, Pittsburgh Roaring Run RV Resort is the perfect park near Pennsylvania Ohiopyle State to experience it all.
Kentuck Knob, Pennsylvania – 20 Minutes
Chalk Hill, Pennsylvania
Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, Kentuck Knob in Chalk Hill, Pennsylvania, is a hidden gem of mid-century architecture seamlessly constructed into the landscape. Tour the beautifully preserved home, stroll through the sculpture meadow, and take in panoramic views of the Youghiogheny River Gorge. Architecture lovers and casual explorers are sure to find inspiration here.
Seven Springs Mountain Resort, Pittsburgh – 15 Minutes
Champion, Pennsylvania
If you're looking for four-season fun, Seven Springs Resort, Pittsburgh, PA delivers. During winter, it's a bustling hub for skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing. In the warmer months, the mountain transforms into an adventure playground with ziplining, chairlift rides, alpine slides, golf, and festivals.
Seven Springs Resort in Pennsylvania also offers excellent dining and shopping, making it a full-day destination no matter the season.
Hidden Valley Ski Resort, Pennsylvania – 20 Minutes
Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania
Family-friendly and just as scenic, Hidden Valley Resort in Pennsylvania is perfect for beginner skiers or those who prefer a more relaxed alpine vibe. It’s an easy add-on to any Laurel Highlands itinerary and a great way to enjoy the area’s natural elevation and cool mountain breezes.
Flight 93 National Memorial – 45 Minutes
Shanksville, Pennsylvania
The Flight 93 Memorial in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, is a profoundly moving tribute to the passengers and crew of United Flight 93, who made the ultimate sacrifice on September 11, 2001. The Flight 93 memorial in Pennsylvania includes the Flight Path Walkway, the Wall of Names, and the Tower of Voices—a 93-foot musical monument with wind chimes representing each hero aboard the flight.
Visitors leave with a deeper sense of perspective, gratitude, and solemn reflection. It's a powerful experience and a national historic site you won't forget.
Great Allegheny Passage, Pittsburgh Trailhead – 15 Minutes
Ohiopyle Access Point
The Great Allegheny Passage (GAP Trail) stretches over 150 miles, connecting Pittsburgh to Cumberland, MD. This scenic rail trail is a dream for bikers, hikers, and walkers, winding through valleys, over old train bridges, and past charming towns.
The Great Allegheny Passage, Pittsburgh, PA, Ohiopyle trailhead—just 15 minutes from Roaring Run—is a popular entry point. Bring your bike or lace up your boots and discover why the Pittsburgh Great Allegheny Passage connection is considered one of the most beautiful long-distance trails in the U.S.
Fallingwater in Pennsylvania, USA – 25 Minutes
Mill Run, Pennsylvania
Fallingwater in Mill Run, Pennsylvania—Frank Lloyd Wright’s most iconic residential design—is a short drive from our park. Built directly over a waterfall, it is a triumph of organic architecture and a National Historic Landmark. Even if you’re not a design enthusiast, the experience of seeing Fallingwater in person is truly remarkable.
Together, Pennsylvania Fallingwater and Kentuck Knob are must-see Laurel Highlands attractions for lovers of design, nature, and art.
Living Treasures Animal Park, Pennsylvania – 15 Minutes
Jones Mills, Pennsylvania
If you're traveling with kids or just love animals, Living Treasures Wild Animal Park in Jones Mills, Pennsylvania, offers hands-on experiences with a wide variety of domestic and exotic animals. Feed a giraffe, pet a kangaroo, or walk through bird enclosures filled with colorful chatter. It's fun, accessible, and a wholesome addition to your Laurel Highlands adventure.
Donegal Lake & Acme Dam – 15 Minutes
Fishing & Lake Day Bliss
For a quiet, scenic day on the water, Donegal Lake and Acme Dam offer stocked fishing spots surrounded by peaceful natural beauty. Bring your gear, cast a line, or simply enjoy a picnic under the trees.
Why Stay at Pittsburgh Roaring Run
While You Explore?
Our Laurel Highlands campground offers:
- Spacious, wooded RV and tent sites with full hookups
- Well-equipped rustic cabins for travelers without an RV
- Olympic-sized pool and wading pool for cooling off after a day of exploring
- Mini golf, playgrounds, and sports courts to keep the whole family entertained
- On-site country store and clean bathhouses for your convenience
- Pet-friendly grounds so the whole family can travel together
- A welcoming, event-rich community from Memorial Day through Labor Day
