Emlenton / Allegheny KOA Journey Campground Blog

Kayaking and Floating the Allegheny River near Emlenton

10/6/2026

The stretch of the Allegheny River around Emlenton is part of a National Wild and Scenic River. It's wide, calm in most places and lined with wooded hills, and it's a perfect river for families, first-time paddlers and anglers. Here's how to enjoy it during your stay at Emlenton / Allegheny KOA...

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A Day Trip to Foxburg, PA from Emlenton

10/6/2026

Foxburg is a tiny river town with a lot packed into a few blocks. It makes a perfect day trip from your campsite at Emlenton / Allegheny KOA Journey. Here's how we'd spend the day.Morning: Golf history. Foxburg Country Club, opened in 1887, is the oldest golf course in continuous use in the United...

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Monthly RV Sites near Emlenton, PA for Traveling Workers

10/6/2026

If your job brings you to western Pennsylvania for a few months, a monthly RV site can be easier and cheaper than a hotel. Emlenton / Allegheny KOA Journey offers monthly RV sites November through March, right off I-80 at Exit 42.What it costs. Monthly sites are $750 a month plus electric.Why...

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Things to Do Off I-80 Exit 42 in Emlenton, PA

10/6/2026

Most people know Emlenton as an I-80 exit. The ones who get off and stay a night find out it's one of the prettiest corners of western Pennsylvania. If you're passing through, or looking for an easy weekend away from Pittsburgh, Erie or Cleveland, here's what's waiting a few minutes from Exit 42...

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The Story of Ugly Duckling Recreation Group

2/9/2026

As a young family, the Arnold Family regularly traveled the country in their RV, exploring the great outdoors and spending quality time together. It was during these trips that they discovered their love for the camping industry and realized that it was more than just a hobby - it was a way of life....

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