Campground List
CAMPGROUND NAME: Buckaloons
VISIT DATE: 06/17/1996
UPDATE DATE:11/15/2023
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, at the intersection of Ludlow St. and U.S. Rt. 6
west and Rt. 62 south, take US Rt. 62W/62S 4.7 miles to
Buckaloon Recreation Area sign. Turn left after sign onto Rt.
62S and go 0.3 miles to another campground sign. Turn right
after sign (to Irvine) and go 0.1 miles to campground on right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,200 ft.
This campground, located between the Allegheny River, Irvine Run,
and Brokenstraw Creek, has two unnamed loops in a young stand of
mixed hardwoods with a heavy middlestory. The smaller loop is
furthest from the River, has a basketball court, no hookups, and
with lots of low-hanging branches, offers fair to good privacy
between sites. The larger loop's campsites have electric hookups
and poor to fair privacy. Because of the heavy middle-story,
there is no view of the water but the campsites are within
walking distance of Irvine Run and the creek. Next to the
campground's boat ramp are three walk-in tent only campsites
popular with canoeists exploring the river. An extensive day use
area separates the larger loop from the Allegheny River.
Once the site of an Indian trading post, the campground has
numerous apple trees growing throughout the area. It is popular
with canoeists who enjoy this section of the National Wild and
Scenic Allegheny River. Although convenient to the Rocky Gap ATV
Trail, ATVs cannot be ridden in the campground.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 1 through October 28
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day - single, no electric hookups
$25 per day - single, electric hookups
$40 per day - double, no electric hookups
$50 per day - double, electric hookups
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 4
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 55
Total Sites: 59
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 59
No. Grilles on Sites: 59
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 44
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: See RV Comments
Comments:
The parking aprons are grass and gravel and should accommodate
any size RV. Be aware of low branches and power lines.
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: 1
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: 1/24/2024
STATE: Pennsylvania
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Bradford
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Kane
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Kane, PA, at the intersection of State Rt. 321, US Rt. 6W and
Red Bridge Recreation Area sign, take Rt. 321 north and go 8.6
miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign onto Forest Rt. 262
(Longhouse Scenic Byway) and go 8.5 miles to another campground
sign. Turn right at sign and go .3 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,400 ft.
The campground, located in a stand of mixed hardwoods, has two
sections. Both sections are loops with the first one being a
single loop and the second being a series of overlapping loops.
On the western shore of Kinzua Bay of the Allegheny Reservoir,
some sites overlook the reservoir. The tent sites are walk-in
and closest to the water. The campground is convenient to the
Longhouse Scenic Byway. Firewood and ice are available from the
host.
Possible day trips are the Byway that offers delightful views of
the Allegheny region, Jakes Rocks, Kinzua Dam, and Kinzua Beach.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 24 through September 24
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $24 per day - premium (waterfront)
$20 per day - basic
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 12
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 58
Total Sites: 70
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 70
No. Grilles on Sites: 70
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: See RV Comments
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel and many will accommodate any size
RV.
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. Swimming is off 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 the Indian reservation
CAMPGROUND NAME: Hearts Content
VISIT DATE: 06/17/1996
UPDATE DATE: 3/21/2024
STATE: Pennsylvania
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Bradford
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Warren
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Warren, PA, at the intersection of US Rts. 6 and 62, take Rt
62 south 1 mile to Hearts Content campground sign. Turn left
after sign and go 0.1 miles to "Y" intersection. Bear right onto
Lenhart Rd. and go 3.2 miles to a "T" intersection and another
Hearts Content campground sign. Turn right and go 4.7 miles to
another "Y" intersection. Bear left onto Hearts Content Rd. and
go 3.8 miles to campground on right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,750 ft.
The campground, adjacent to the Hickory Creek Wilderness, has a
bisected loop. The top or north part of the loop has a large
grass field and playground with campsites overlooking the field.
The southern part of the loop has the majority of campsites but
they are tucked well back into the trees giving them excellent
privacy. Two of these sites have a lean-to large enough for a
picnic table. Grand old hemlock, beech and maple trees, among
other species, provide ample shade and outstanding privacy.
This beautiful 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
through the Wilderness across a rolling terrain and offers
solitude, serenity, and wildlife viewing.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage technique.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 1 through October 29
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $12 per day - basic
$14 per day - with lean-to
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 2
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 24
Total Sites: 26
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 26
No. Grilles on Sites: 26
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: See RV comments
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel and grass and most accommodate any
size RV.
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: 2
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: 1/24/2024
STATE: Pennsylvania
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Bradford
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Kane
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Kane, PA, at the intersection of State Rt. 321, US Rt. 6W, and
Red Bridge Recreation Area sign, take Rt. 321 north 8.6 miles to
Dewdrop campground sign. Turn left at sign onto Forest Rt. 262
(Longhouse Scenic Byway) and go 1.3 miles to campground on right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,400 ft.
The campground, named for a Seneca Indian chieftain, is located
in a stand of mixed hardwoods with two sections. Each section
has two overlapping loops. The second section, furthest from the
campground's entrance, has most of the pull-thru campsites. 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 a highly developed
campground. A wheelchair friendly fishing area is just one of
its many attractions. Firewood and ice are available from the
host.
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.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage technique.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 23 through September 4
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 - basic single
$24 per day - premium
$25 per day - single, electric hookups
$35 per day - single, electric, water, sewer hookups
NOTE: No discount on hookup surcharge
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 94
Total Sites: 94
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 94
No. Grilles on Sites: 94
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 5
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 9
No. RV Pull Throughs: 32
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 50'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. Full hookup sites are available
only when not occupied by a host.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: Yes
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 9
No. Threaded: 5
Comments:
Wheelchair friendly showers are available.
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 may be at the beach; confirm with ranger district
office.
HIKING No
FISHING
Walleye, bass and Musky. Depending on where fishing, a license
may be required from New York, Pennsylvania or Indian
reservation.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Loleta
VISIT DATE: 06/16/1996
UPDATE DATE: 1/24/2024
STATE: Pennsylvania
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Marienville
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Marienville
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Marienville, PA, at the intersection of State Rt. 66 and Forest
St., take Forest St. south 5.7 miles to the campground's Lower Loop.
For the Upper Loop, go 5.8 miles to Millstone Rd. Turn left onto
Millstone Rd and go 0.6 miles to the Upper Loop.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation for the Lower Loop is 1,000 ft. and 3,000 ft. for
the Upper Loop.
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 RVs. It is not
recommended for large 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.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage technique.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 1 through October 14
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day - no electric hookups
$25 per day - electric hookups
NOTE: No discount on electric surcharge
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 12
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 26
Total Sites: 38
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
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
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 45'
Comments:
The parking aprons are grass. An RV waste station is available
for a fee, with potable water, at the Loleta Road Runner Travel
Trailer Park on the way to campground. Ask owner about the
potable water.
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: 1/24/2024
STATE: Pennsylvania
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Bradford
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Kane
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Kane, PA, at the intersection of State Rt. 321 North and US
Rt. 6 West at the Red Bridge Recreation Area sign, take Rt. 321
North 9.5 miles to campground on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,300 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 four unnamed loops, one loop is dedicated to walk-in
tent campers. There are campsites with views of the reservoir in
each loop. 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, Longhouse Scenic Byway, Jakes Rocks, Kinzua Dam,
and Kinzua Beach.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 5 through October 29 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day - single, no electric hookups
$24 per day - premium, no electric hookups
$29 per day - single, electric hookups
$39 per day - single, full hookups
NOTE: No discount on hookups surcharge
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 10
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 57
Total Sites: 67
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
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
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: 18' X 50'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.
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
Hiking: Yes
Comments:
North Country National Scenic Trail (foot and horse) - 1,700
miles
FISHING
Bank fishing - Walleye, bass and musky. Depending on where
fishing, license may be required from New York, Pennsylvania or
the Indian reservation. Wheelchair friendly bank fishing access
is available from the campground.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Tracy Ridge
VISIT DATE: 06/14/1996
STATE: Pennsylvania
UPDATE DATE: 11/16/2023
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Bradford
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Bradford
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Bradford, PA, on US Rt. 219, take State Rt. 346 West/ Elm St.
exit. Follow Rt. 346 W and Allegheny Reservoir sign through
Bradford, 15.7 miles to campground and State Rt. 321 signs. Turn
left after signs, onto Rt. 321 south and go 3 miles to another
campground sign. Turn right at campground sign, onto gravel
road, and go 0.5 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 2,100 ft.
The campground, in a pleasant stand of mixed hardwoods, has five
loops - A, B, C, D and E. Loop D is available only for groups
and is not included in this survey. Loop C has no water spigots.
Most sites are secluded and pleasant. This campground is nicely
located as a base camp for several of the area's hiking trails.
The Johnny Cake and Tracy Ridge Hiking trails lead from the
campground to the Allegheny Reservoir and North Country National
Scenic Trail, forming a 9.8-mile loop. The campground may be used
for large group gatherings but is primarily for individual and
family camping. The campground has retained its rustic
characteristics and provides a wilderness experience with some of
the luxuries of a developed campground. Firewood is available for
a fee.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage technique.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 1 through December 17 - weather dependent
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): 83
Total Sites: 83
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 83
No. Grilles on Sites: 83
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: See RV Comments
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel and grass and will accommodate any
size RV. Be aware of low-hanging branches.
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
Comments:
The water spigots are hand pumps
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Johnny Cake/Tracy Ridge Trail (foot only) - 8.7 miles
accesses the North Country National Scenic trail
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Twin Lakes
VISIT DATE: 06/16/1996
UPDATE DATE: 3/22/2024
STATE: Pennsylvania
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Bradford
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Wilcox
RESERVATIONS: 1-814-389-3019 (Friends of Twin Lakes ANF)
DIRECTIONS:
For Recreational Vehicles: In Wilcox, PA, at the intersection of
State Rt. 321 and Clarion Rd, take Clarion Rd west, across
railroad tracks, and immediately turn rught and then bear right
onto Dahago Rd (appears to be a driveway) and not up the hill.
Continue on Dahago Rd. for 2.1 miles to stop sign. Turn left at
sign onto Forest Rt. 191 and go 1.9 miles to campground. This
route avoids a single lane railroad bridge with limited
clearance.
For tent and car campers: In Wilcox, PA, at the intersection of
State Rt. 321 and Clarion Rd, take Rt 321 north 2.4 miles to Twin
Lake Recreation Area sign. Turn left at sign onto Forest Rt. 191
and go 2.1 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,800 ft.
The campground has two loops in a dense stand of hardwoods near
Twin Lake. None of the campsites have a view of the lake but all
are within walking distance of the water. The two loops are
known as Upper and Lower loops. The Upper loop is more heavily
wooded with grass parking aprons and no hookups. The Lower loop
winds around a grassy meadow, has gravel aprons and all the
campground's electric and water hookups. 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. 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. The
mixed hardwoods provides nice Fall foliage. Both loops have
modern bathrooms with hot showers but the Lower loop has a
problem with water quality so the water supply for that loop may
be off. Call the ranger district office for status.
A stroll around Twin Lakes on the wheelchair-friendly path is a
great way to start or end the day. Possible day trips are to
the Tionesta Scenic Area with its 2,000-acre tract of old-growth
forest and exploring nearby wineries and communities.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 1 through October 31
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $18 per day - no electric hookups
Senior Discount - $9 per day
$5 per day surcharge for electric hookups
NOTE: No discount on surcharge
$28 per day - full hookups
Senior Discount - $19
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 45
Total Sites: 45
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 45
No. Grilles on Sites: 45
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 2
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 21
No. RV Pull Throughs: 16
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 50"
Comments:
The Upper Loop parking aprons are grass and in the Lower Loop
they are gravel. Campsites with full hookups may be occupied by
campground hosts. There is a 10' vehicle height limit on the
railroad bridge on the "primary" access route. See campground
directions for alternate route. All electric hookups are in the
Lower Loop.
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: 6
Comments:
The Lower Loop has a hand pump and composting vault toilets. The
Upper Loop has a modern bathroom with the campground's only flush
toilets and hot showers. Water quality problems in the Lower
Loop may require obtaining safe drinking water from the Upper
Loop.
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:
Twin Lake was created by a retreating glacier and is 285 acres.
HIKING
Black Cherry Trail (loop, foot) - 1.6 miles
Twin Lake Trail (foot) - 14.7 miles
Mill Creek Loop Trail (foot) - 16.7 miles
A wheelchair friendly trail loops around Twin Lake.
FISHING
Stocked trout. A wheelchair friendly fishing dock is available.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Willow Bay
VISIT DATE: 06/14/1996
UPDATE DATE: 1/24/2024
STATE: Pennsylvania
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Bradford
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Bradford
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Bradford, PA, on US Rt. 219, take State Rt. 346 West/ Elm St.
exit. Follow Rt. 346 W and Allegheny Reservoir signed through
Bradford 16 miles to campground on the left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,400 ft.
The campground, located on the shore of Willow Bay off the
Allegheny Reservoir, has four loops - Oak, Aspen, Hemlock, and
Deer Grove. The campsites in Hemlock and Deer Grove loops
overlook Willow Bay while sites in Oak and Aspen loop back onto
Willow Creek. Deer Grove Loop is tent-only, while others can
accommodate both tents and RVs. The campsite in Aspen loop are
on a grassy flat with no shade. Oak loop's campsite have more
shade but share the area with several "camper cabins." The
campsites in Hemlock loop enjoy ample shade and about half are
located on a bluff above the lake. These sites do not have hook-
ups. Nestled among the walk-in tent sites in Deer Grove loop are
more "camper cabins." None of the "camper cabins" are included
in this survey. Contact the ranger district office for more
information. 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. It is also convenient to the North Country
National Scenic Trail for thru-hikers. Nearby Slavens Country-
Cupboard has gas, limited groceries, and fishing supplies.
Firewood, ice, and boat rentals are available for a fee.
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. Possible day trips are the
Seneca/Iroquois Indian Museum and Salamanca Rail Museum,
Riverview-Cordon Cemetery, and the 10.8-mile Willow Creek ATV
Trail.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage technique.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: Yes
Seasonal Comment:
Services provided March 31 through October 31 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day - single, no electric hookups
$24 per day - Premium single, no electric hookups
$25 per day - single, electric hookups
$29 per day - premium single, electric hookups
NOTE: No discount on surcharge
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 26
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 53
Total Sites: 79
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 78
No. Grilles on Sites: 79
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 4
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 32
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: See RV Comment
Comments:
Some parking aprons are paved, some are grass and gravel and many
will accommodate any size rig.
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: 2
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
Convenient to the North Country National Scenic Hiking Trail.
FISHING
Walleye, bass and musky
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