Campground List
CAMPGROUND NAME: Beaver Meadows
VISIT DATE: 06/17/1996
UPDATE DATE: 4/2/2009
STATE: Pennsylvania
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Marienville
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Marienville
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Marienville, PA, take Forest Rt. 128 north 4 miles to
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The campground has two loops with an attractive overstory of
pine. It features canoeing on nearby Beaver Meadows Lake along
with several trails, including the 7.1-mile Beaver Meadows trail,
and a water fowl refuge full of blue heron, ducks, geese, and
other wildlife. The dam creating Beaver Meadows Lake was built
by the Work Projects Administration (WPA) in 1936. The
campground and boat launch, constructed by Corpsmen from the
former Blue Jay Job Corps Center, were added in the 1960s. The
Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) added several trails in the 1980s.
The Beaver Meadow Lake provides good fishing and canoeing
opportunities. The campground is convenient to the 36.7-mile
Marienville ATV/Bike Trail.
Consider day trips to the nearby "battered timber" area where the
effects of an 1985 tornado can be seen and Tionesta Scenic Area
with its 2000-acre tract of original forest.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 1 through December 14.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $12 per day.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 38
Total Sites: 38
Tent Pads: Yes
Group Tent Sites: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 38
No. Grilles on Sites: 38
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: No
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 16' X 62'
Comments:
Most of the parking aprons are grass. An RV waste station is
located at Loleta Road Runner Travel Trailer Park, one mile south
of Marienville on Loleta Rd. (State Rt. 2005) - fee $5. There is
potable water at the waste station, but ask owner to use.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: Yes
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigots are hand pumps.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Beaver Lake is 37 acres.
HIKING
There are five loop trails for foot and mountain bike:
Seldom Seen - 1.2 miles
Beaver Meadows - 3 miles
Salmon Creek - 1.3 miles
Penoke Path - 1.1 miles
Lakeside Loop - 0.5 miles
There are two nearby stables on State Rt. 14 that rent horses for
trail riding.
FISHING
Bluegill, Pumpkinseed and Yellow perch
CAMPGROUND NAME: Buckaloons
VISIT DATE: 06/17/1996
UPDATE DATE: 2/27/2008
STATE: Pennsylvania
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Bradford
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Irvine
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Warren, PA, take US Rt. 6 west to US Rt. 62. Go south on
Rt. 62 to sign for campground just before Allegheny River bridge.
Turn right at sign to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,200 ft.
Once the site of an Indian trading post, the campground is
comprised of two unnamed loops with Irvine Run on the west,
Allegheny River on the east, and Brokenstraw Creek on the
southwest. The campground has electric hook-ups but only in the
larger loop, which is furthest from the campground's entrance.
The campground is popular with canoeists who enjoy this section
of the National Wild and Scenic Allegheny River. Although
convenient to the Rocky Gap ATV Trail, these vehicles cannot be
ridden in the campground.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day - no electric hookups
$18 per day - electric hookups
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites:5
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 56
Total Sites: 61
Tent Pads: Yes
Group Tent Sites: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 61
No. Grilles on Sites: 61
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 44
Group RV Sites: No
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Largest Parking Apron Size: 35' X 63'
Comments:
Parking aprons are grass or gravel.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: Yes
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 8
No. Threaded: 0
Comments: Hot showers are wheelchair-friendly.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: No
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): Yes
Kayaking (whitewater): Yes
Comments:
Power boaters should be aware of large rocks in the Allegheny
River. Wading is possible in Irvine Run.
HIKING
Seneca Interpretive Trail - 1.0 miles.
FISHING
Walleye, Trout and Bass
CAMPGROUND NAME: Dewdrop
VISIT DATE: 06/14/1996
UPDATE DATE: 2/27/2008
STATE: Pennsylvania
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Bradford
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Kane
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Kane, PA, take State Rt. 321 northwest to Forest Rt. 262.
Turn left onto Rt. 262 and continue northwest to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,360 ft.
The campground, located in a stand of mixed hardwoods, has two
sections. Both sections are loops with the first a single loop
and the second section a series of overlapping loops. On the
western shore of Kinzua Bay of the Allegheny Reservoir, some
sites do overlook the Reservoir. Tent sites are walk-in and
closest sites to the water. The campground is convenient to the
Longhouse Scenic Byway. An excellent day trip, the Byway offers
delightful views of the Allegheny region. Nearby Jakes Rocks,
Kinzua Dam, and Kinzua Beach are other good day trips.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open Thursday before Memorial Day weekend through Tuesday after
Labor Day.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $19 per day - premium (waterfront)
$17 per day - regular
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 14
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 58
Total Sites: 72
Tent Pads: Yes
Group Tent Sites: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 72
No. Grilles on Sites: 72
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: No
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Largest Parking Apron Size: 11' X 109'
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 12
No. Threaded: 3
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
The Allegheny Reservoir is 24.2 miles long (12,080 acres).
Swimming is on a grassy beach at Kinzua Point.
HIKING
Campbell Mill Trail (loop) - 2 miles
FISHING
Walleye, Bass and Musky. Depending on where fishing, license
required from New York, Pennsylvania or Indian Reservation
CAMPGROUND NAME: Hearts Content
VISIT DATE: 06/17/1996
UPDATE DATE: 2/27/2008
STATE: Pennsylvania
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Bradford
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Warren
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Warren, PA, take US Rt. 6 west 4.5 miles to US Rt. 62. Go
south for 1 mile on Rt. 62 and turn left at the Hearts Content
sign (State Rt. 405). On Rt. 405, go 4.5 miles to County Rd.
3005 (Pleasant Dr.). Proceed on Rt. 3005 for 5 miles, after
which it changes to County Rd. 2002. Follow Rt. 2002 for 4 miles
to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,750 ft.
The campground, adjacent to the Hickory Creek Wilderness, has
two, overlapping loops. This pleasant old campground was built
by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in 1936 and has retained
a charming rustic character. Nearby, across the road, is an
attractive old-growth woods of White pine, hemlock, and beech. A
grand sight, these 300 to 400 year old trees may whisper secrets
to passing hikers.
The Hickory Creek Trail passes by the campground and weaves
though the Wilderness across a rolling terrain and offers
solitude, serenity, and wildlife viewing.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open mid-May through mid-October.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $11 to $13 per day.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 5
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 21
Total Sites: 26
Tent Pads: No
Group Tent Sites: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 26
No. Grilles on Sites: 26
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: No
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Largest Parking Apron Size: 12.5' X 93'
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: Yes
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 4
No. Threaded: 1
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Hearts Content Scenic Trail (foot - loop) - 1.1 miles
Hickory Creek Trail (foot and horse - loop) - 12 miles.
This trail runs through Hickory Creek Wilderness
FISHING No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Kiasutha
VISIT DATE: 06/14/1996
UPDATE DATE: 2/27/2008
STATE: Pennsylvania
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Bradford
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Kane
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Kane, PA, take State Rt. 321 northwest 9 miles to Forest Rt.
262. Follow Rt. 262 northwest to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,320 ft.
The campground, named for a Seneca Indian Chieftain, is located
in a stand of mixed hardwoods and has two sections. Each section
has two overlapping loops. The second section, furthest from the
campground's entrance, has most of the pull-thru sites. On the
western shore of Kinzua Bay of the Allegheny Reservoir, some
sites overlook the Reservoir. With flush toilets, concrete boat
ramp, play area, and hot showers, it is the most highly developed
campground in the Forest. A wheelchair-friendly fishing area is
just one of its many attractions.
The campground is convenient to the Longhouse Scenic Byway. An
excellent day trip, the Byway offers delightful views of the
Allegheny region. Nearby Jakes Rocks, Kinzua Dam, and Kinzua
Beach are other good day trips.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Opens Thursday before Memorial Day weekend through Tuesday after
Labor Day.
NOTE: Loop B (campsites 49 thru 90) closed for reconstruction during
2007 season.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $19 per day for regular site
$21 per day for premium site (near Reservoir)
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 11
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 79
Total Sites: 90
Tent Pads: Yes
Group Tent Sites: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 90
No. Grilles on Sites: 90
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 6
No. Electric Only: 0
Group RV Sites: No
No. RV Pull Throughs: 47
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Largest Parking Apron Size: 10.5' X 75'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. Six sites have sewer hook-ups.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: Yes
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 11
No. Threaded: 11
Comments:
There are wheelchair friendly showers.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
The Allegheny Reservoir is 24.2 miles long (12,080 acres). A
lifeguard is at the beach
HIKING No
FISHING
Walleye, Bass and Musky. Depending on where fishing, license
required from New York, Pennsylvania or Indian Reservation.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Loleta
VISIT DATE: 06/16/1996
UPDATE DATE: 4/2/2009
STATE: Pennsylvania
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Marienville
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Marienville
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Marienville, PA, take State Rt. 2005 (Loleta Rd.) 5 miles
south to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The campground straddles East Branch Millstone Creek with a
section on either side of the creek. Each section, named Upper
and Lower, is a single loop. The Upper Loop, with well-shaded,
secluded sites, is designed for tents and small RV rigs. It is
not recommended for larger RVs/trailers. The Lower Loop, with
more open and level sites, can accommodate larger rigs and has
electric hookups. On the site of a bustling 1899 logging town
named Loleta, the campground was built in the 1930s by the
Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). Along with the campground,
the CCC reconstructed the old Loleta Mill Pond with a bath-house,
swimming area, and picnic shelters. The distinctive workmanship
of the CCC is evident throughout the area.
One day trip from the campground is Buzzard Swamp Hiking Trails.
A 9.6 mile network of trails wind through an area of 15 man-made
ponds. The area is an important link of the Atlantic flyway.
Some 20 to 25 species of waterfowl can be seen in the Buzzard
Swamp area during annual migration. Don't forget the fishing
pole - small and largemouth bass, perch, catfish, crappie, and
bluegill can be found in the ponds.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $18 per day - electric (lower loop)
$15 per day - no electric (upper loop)
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 10
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 28
Total Sites: 38
Tent Pads: No
Group Tent Sites: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 38
No. Grilles on Sites: 38
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 20
Group RV Sites: No
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 12.5' X 81'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. There is an RV waste station at
the Loleta Road Runner Travel Trailer Park, located 4 miles north
of Loleta campground on Start Rt 2005 - fee $5. There is potable
water at waste station, but ask owner to use.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 7
No. Threaded: 1
Comments:
Flush toilets and hot showers are at the beach.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): No
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
The Lake is actually a small pond area, between two small dams,
fed by the East Branch Millstone Creek. Very nice beach.
HIKING
Loleta Trail (foot) - 3 miles
FISHING
Trout - stocked
CAMPGROUND NAME: Red Bridge
VISIT DATE: 06/14/1996
UPDATE DATE: 2/27/2008
STATE: Pennsylvania
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Bradford
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Kane
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Kane, PA, take State Rt. 321 northwest 9 miles to
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,340 ft.
The campground, located on the eastern shore of Kinzua Bay of the
Allegheny Reservoir, has some camp sites overlooking the Reservoir.
Well wooded with mature Black cherry, hemlock and birch trees, the
sites provide good privacy and solitude. Composed of three unnamed
loops, the campground has an interesting history. At the nearby site
of a Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Camp #3, which was also a
German Prisoner-of-War camp until 1946, the campground was constructed
in the 1960s as part of the Kinzua Dam project.
Day trip opportunities are the North Country National Scenic Hiking Trail
and Longhouse Scenic Byway, with its delightful views of the Allegheny
region. Jakes Rocks, Kinzua Dam, and Kinzua Beach are other good day trips.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open mid-April through mid December.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $18 per day - no hookups
$20 per day - electric hookups or waterfront
$23 per day - full hookups
NOTE: An additional $2 per day is charged for waterfront sites.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 10
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 57
Total Sites: 67
Tent Pads: Yes
Group Tent Sites: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 67
No. Grilles on Sites: 67
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 12
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 13
Group RV Sites: No
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: 18.5' X 60'
Comments:
The parking aprons, all about same size, are gravel with
paved interior roads.
NOTE: Sewer hookups and waste station not available
until about July 1, 2006; confirm availability with Ranger
District Office.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 8
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
A family style bathhouse is available. The showers are
wheelchair friendly.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): No
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
The Allegheny Reservoir is 24.2 miles long (12,080 acres). There
isn't a "real" beach or direct access for boating from the
campground. However, there is a boat ramp about two miles from
campground on west shore of Kinzua Bay. From that location, most
water sports are permitted.
Mooring of boats permitted at waterfront sites.
HIKING
North Country National Scenic Trail (foot and horse) - 1,700 miles
FISHING
Bank fishing - Walleye, Bass and Musky. Depending on where
fishing, license required from New York, Pennsylvania or Indian
Reservation. There is wheelchair friendly bank fishing access
from the campground.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Tracy Ridge
VISIT DATE: 06/14/1996
UPDATE DATE: 2/27/2008
STATE: Pennsylvania
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Bradford
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Marshburg
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Marshburg, PA, take State Rt. 59 west to State Rt. 321.
Turn right on Rt. 321 and go northwest 11 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 2,100 ft.
The campground, in a pleasant stand of mixed hardwoods, has five
unnamed loops. Many sites are secluded and very pleasant.
Campground may be used for large group gatherings but is
primarily for individual and family camping.
The Johnny Cake and Tracy Ridge Hiking trails lead from the
campground to the Allegheny Reservoir and North Country National
Scenic Trail. All three trails form a 9.8-mile loop trail. The
Willow Creek ATV Trail is nearby for OHV enthusiasts.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open mid-April through mid-December.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 120
Total Sites: 120
Tent Pads: Yes
Group Tent Sites: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 120
No. Grilles on Sites: 120
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: No
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 21' X 81'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 4
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Johnnycake/Tracy Ridge Trail (foot only) 8.7 miles
This loop trail includes 2.4 miles of the North
Country National Scenic Trail.
FISHING No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Twin Lakes
VISIT DATE: 06/16/1996
UPDATE DATE: 2/27/2008
STATE: Pennsylvania
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Bradford
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Wilcox
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Wilcox, PA, take State Rt. 321 northwest 3 miles to Forest
Rt. 191. Turn left onto Forest Rt. 191 and follow it to
campground. Forest Rt. 191 passes under a railroad bridge that
limits vehicle height to 10 ft. To avoid this restriction, take
Clarion Rd. off State Rt. 321 (at Wilcox, PA). After 0.1 miles,
turn right onto Dahago Rd. Follow Dahago Rd. (keep to right at
"Y" intersection) for 2.5 miles to stop sign. Bear left (follow
sign to campground) onto Forest Rt. 191 to campground. NOTE: At
stop sign, railroad bridge to avoid is on the right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
Until the 1920s the campground area was the site of factory
buildings, stores, and company row houses owned by McKean
Chemical Company, producer of wood alcohol. Today, the
campground, located in a pleasant stand of mixed hardwoods, has
two loops (Upper and Lower) separated by Twin Lake. The Lower
Loop has electric hook-ups and a dump station while both loops
have showers and pull-thru sites. The Upper Loop, actually two
overlapping loops, is on a gently sloping hillside and has good
privacy between sites. During the 1930s, the Civilian
Conservation Corps (CCC) built the lower campground, picnic area,
pavilions, and bathhouse giving the Lower Loop a nice rustic
appearance.
A stroll around Twin Lakes on the wheelchair-friendly path is
very nice. Keep an eye open for the resident beaver and his
bobber stealing antics. A special day trip is the Tionesta Scenic
Area with its 2,000-acre tract of old-growth forest.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open mid-April through mid-December.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day - no electric hookups
$21 per day - electric hookups
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 49
Total Sites: 50
Tent Pads: Yes
Group Tent Sites: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 50
No. Grilles on Sites: 50
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 23
Group RV Sites: No
No. RV Pull Throughs: 12
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Largest Parking Apron Size: 25' X 100'
Comments:
There is 10' vehicle height limit on "primary" access route. See
campground directions for alternate route. Only the lower loop
has electric hookups.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: Yes
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 7
No. Threaded: 7
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): No
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
HIKING
Black Cherry Interpretive Trail (loop, foot) - 1.6 miles
Twin Lake Trail (foot) - 14.7 miles
Mill Creek Loop Trail (foot) - 16.7 miles
There is a wheelchair friendly trail around the pond.
FISHING
Stocked trout. There is a wheelchair friendly fishing dock.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Willow Bay
VISIT DATE: 06/14/1996
UPDATE DATE: 2/27/2008
STATE: Pennsylvania
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Bradford
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Bradford
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Bradford, PA, take State Rt. 346 northwest 17.4 miles to
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,360 ft.
The campground, located on the shore of Willow Bay off the
Allegheny Reservoir, has four loops - Oak, Aspen, Hemlock, and
Pine. Some sites overlook Willow Bay while others back onto
Willow Creek. Pine Loop is tent-only, while others can
accommodate both tents and RVs. The campground is popular with
campers interested in water sports, such as boating, water-
skiing, and fishing, found on the bay and reservoir. However,
the campground also offers excellent wildlife viewing, birding,
and photography opportunities. The campground is also convenient
to the North Country National Scenic Trail for thru-hikers.
Built in the 1960s by the U.S. Corps of Engineers, the campground
has a more open appearance and less Forest Service feel than
other campgrounds in the Forest.
Day trips from the campgrounds include the Seneca/Iroquois Indian
Museum and Salamanca Rail Museum, Riverview-Cordon Cemetery, and
the 10.8-mile Willow Creek ATV Trail.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open mid-May through late September.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $18 to $20 per day - no electric hookups
$22 to $23 per day - electric hookups
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 44
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 57
Total Sites: 101
Tent Pads: Yes
Group Tent Sites: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 101
No. Grilles on Sites: 0
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 32
Group RV Sites: No
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Largest Parking Apron Size: 20' X 56'
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 11
No. Threaded: 1
Comments:
The showers are wheelchair friendly.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
The lake is Willow Bay with access to the 24.2-mile long
Allegheny Reservoir (12,080 acres). Wading is possible in Willow
Creek.
HIKING - No
Comments:
Convenient to the North Country National Scenic Hiking Trail.
FISHING
Walleye, Bass and Musky. Depending on where fishing, license
required from New York, Pennsylvania or Indian Reservation
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