Forbes State Forest
Open for the season. Roadside campsites operate from April 2 through the last day of regular rifle deer season (typically early December). Maximum stay is 7 consecutive nights, after which campers must vacate for 48 hours. No developed facilities; pack out all trash.
Flood Watch issued July 21 at 1:36PM EDT until July 21 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of east central Ohio, including the following areas, Belmont, Carroll, Columbiana, Guernsey, Harrison, Jefferson OH, Monroe and Noble, Pennsylvania, including the following areas, Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Fayette, Greene, Higher Elevations of Fayette, Higher Elevations of Indiana, Higher Elevations of Westmoreland, Indiana, Washington and Westmoreland, and West Virginia, including the following areas, Brooke, Eastern Preston, Eastern Tucker, Hancock, Marion, Marshall, Monongalia, Ohio, Preston, Ridges of Eastern Monongalia and Northwestern Preston, Western Tucker and Wetzel. * WHEN...Until 11 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Training thunderstorms today could create swaths of heavy rainfall; areas could experience rainfall totals between 2-4 inches. Note, additional counties could be added to the Flood Watch today. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Forbes State Forest spans over 60,000 acres across Westmoreland, Fayette, and Somerset counties in southwestern Pennsylvania's Laurel Highlands. The forest offers six designated motorized roadside campsites positioned along remote dirt and gravel forest roads, providing solitary camping experiences away from developed facilities. Each campsite includes a fire ring and picnic table, with sites varying in their ability to accommodate different camping setups from tents to small RVs. Campers must be self-sufficient as there are no restrooms, potable water, electric hookups, dump stations, or trash service on state forest land. All trash must be packed out. Campfires are permitted in the provided fire rings except when fire danger is high or extreme, and during the spring wildfire season (March through May) a free permit is required for campfires. Some sites may require high-clearance vehicles to access, and many do not accommodate larger RVs or trailers. The forest also permits dispersed primitive camping for backpackers in most areas without a permit if staying no more than one night in any location. The surrounding landscape offers extensive hiking, hunting, and wildlife viewing opportunities throughout the seasons.
Directions
From Pittsburgh, access the Laurel Highlands area of Forbes State Forest via Ligonier, entering the forest via Laurel Summit Drive from State Route 30.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| fd04@pa.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (724) 238-1200 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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