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DEWDROP, PA

Status: Open through Wed Sep 04 2013   Season Dates

Overview

Dewdrop Campground sits on the Kinzua Arm of the Allegheny Reservoir in northwest Pennsylvania, offering a popular getaway for boaters and families.

Natural Features:

The Allegheny National Forest covers nearly half a million acres and is populated primarily with black cherry, maple and other hardwoods. The Kinzua Dam, built in 1965, impounds the Allegheny River to form the 25-mile-long Allegheny Reservoir.

Recreation:

Water activities abound, including lake and pond fishing, boating and water skiing. A boat launch is available for convenient lake access.

The area also offers beautiful scenic drives. A variety of planned routes are available, with maps available at Forest Service offices.

Additionally, a 2.5 mile interpretive trail winds around the campground.

Facilities:

This large campground offers 74 reservable family campsites that include a picnic table, fire ring and tent pad. Flush toilets, drinking water and a dump station are provided.

Amenities such as firewood, ice, interpretive services and 24-hour campground attendants are offered at the site.

Nearby Attractions:

The Kinzua Dam and Bridge are a short drive away, as is a scenic railroad from the area's bygone industrial era.

Activities and Amenities

Within Facility
  • Boat Ramp
  • Boating
  • Drinking Water
  • Dump Station
  • Firewood
  • Fishing
  • Flush Toilets
  • Interpretive Trails
  • Scenic Drive
  • Showers
  • Swimming
  • Water Skiing
Know Before You Go
  • There is no beach available


Due to the spread of invasive insects, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Help protect our forests by purchasing or collecting firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Click here for more information.

Getting There:

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
41.83194, -78.95944
41°49'55"N, 78°57'34"W

From Warren, Pennsylvania, take State Highway 59 east for 13 miles. Turn onto Longhouse Scenic Byway/Forest Road 262 south and continue 3 miles to the campground.

Contact Information:

Mailing Address:

DEWDROP
ALLEGHENY
PA

Phone Number:

Information: (814)945-6511