- Allegheny Reservoir
The best camping in Allegheny Reservoir with climbing
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Top-rated campgrounds
Public campgrounds in and near Allegheny Reservoir
Stories from the community
Evie
November 2025
16 ft car
With pets
My pup and I loved our overnight stay. The property is beautiful and quiet. We woke in the morning to a herd of deer walking through camp. Having electric available was a big bonus. We were car camping and being able to have a car heater to keep us cozy was perfect on a 30 degree night. My pup loved being able to be off leash.
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Thomas
October 2025
15 ft travel trailer
With pets
This site is perfect! The road is a bit rough towards then end, but it’s a short distance. Do go to the left as Josh recommends! We went right without our camper to see and don’t, just don’t. The site is well kept and private and very big. Perfect to let our dog, Sully, roam free the whole time. It was his first camping trip. A+ for Sully. Already thinking about coming back next year. Thank you for the nice relaxing time!
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Scott
October 2025
20 ft campervan
This is an amazing campsite. Very well thought out in design and very private. Out of my 6 days on the road this was my best night. Tons of firewood, plenty of space for large groups, a great patio with seating boulders and ample space for parking. Highly recommend. Oh, super nice guy as well!
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Lacey
October 2025
25 ft travel trailer
With pets
We absolutely love this campsite! This is not the first time we've been here, and certainly won't be the last! This site is absolutely perfect for our family and dog! It is private, quiet, beautiful and clean! Sitting at the campfire and staring into the woods is life-giving. Our kids and dog can run around without any worry. The electric and water hook ups are so nice to have as well! There are several picnic tables to use and an awesome fire ring. Pulling in and out are super easy because of the nicely graveled area! Don't let the road coming in discourage you...this is no indication of what you'll experience once you're there! We thank Josh and his family for allowing us to use the site again to end our 2025 camping season (we began with them too!) We will certainly be back in 2026!
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Jessica
October 2025
34 ft travel trailer
With pets
Our favorite place to camp! Third year in a row for us and our pups.
We love the open flat land for our doggos to run.
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Kathleen
October 2025
23 ft Class B
THIS PLACE IS AWESOME.
EDWARD WAS SUCH A GREAT GUY, I COULD BE HIS FRIEND !!!!
BEAUTIFUL, PEACEFUL
MY HUSBAND TOOK MAGNIFICENT PHOTOS OF THE ANDROMEDA GALAXY
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kellie
October 2025
20 ft travel trailer
The property was beautiful. However the road in was a little crazy. It was close to attractions like clear creek park, bear town rocks and the farmers inn and petting zoo. The cell service was in and out so be prepared for that. All and all it was a pretty good stay.
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Kari
October 2025
Tent
Ed upgraded me to the pavilion site for free, as it was available and it was raining, with more expected over the weekend. It was such a cozy spot, and I loved the lights and having a dry place to keep all my gear! The loft was a cool bonus! Ed and his dad were both friendly and super accommodating. I purchased the firewood bundle, and it was more than I needed for two nights. They even gave me some fire starter and found a space heater that I could use in my tent if I got too cold. I saw deer out in the field in the evening, and the crickets singing was peaceful.
The only thing I wasn't crazy about was the constant droning background noise which I think was from the papermill down in town. It kind of made for a white noise at night, just louder than I liked. But the hosts have a good piece of land up there on the hill. They had a map of the property. There are trails that I didn't even have time to explore because I was out visiting parks for much of the day. This campground was a great base from which to visit Kinzua Bridge, about a half hour away. They have a variety of campers to stay in also. It was a fun fall getaway, and the hosts were a pleasure!
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Noah
October 2025
12 ft campervan
We enjoyed staying in our camper van at this site. The hosts are always friendly. We even got to meet their goat, Lilly. Camp site is very clean, private, plenty of fire wood and a very nice burn pit. Would highly recommend. Thanks!
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Amanda
September 2025
20 ft campervan
With pets
We had a great stay at Fern Gully! The place was just as described and worked great for our camper van. We had lots of space and hidden from any neighbors. Plenty of things to find around to do and our dogs had a fantastic time as well
Be cautious of the road going in as it is quite rocky/bumpy. Josh did say they are working on fixing it :)
We will definitely stay again
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Michael
September 2025
16 ft car
With pets
Great place to spend the weekend. Large field for the dogs to play.
Will use this site again
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JULIE
September 2025
24 ft Class C
Beautiful private camp site in the heart of clear creek.
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Sarah
August 2025
Tent
With pets
This is our 2nd year here! We love it! It’s got all the privacy we need to let our dogs run without bothering anyone. So much better than renting a site at a campground. It’s close to a lot of activities as well!
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Amy
August 2025
30 ft travel trailer
We totally enjoyed camping here! Hot showers, beautiful landscape and privacy! We booked the pavilion spot but were all alone so we took site 2 and had the entire area including the field. There is a very clean porta potty too. We loved the outstanding fire pit. We were very sad to leave, thanks for hosting us!
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Dana
August 2025
38 ft Class A
This is one of the best sites by far!! Private, secluded and peaceful. We absolutely loved this property. Thank you Josh.
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Justin
August 2025
29 ft travel trailer
With pets
Absolutely loved this campsite.. it’s one of the best Hip Camps we have traveled to in our 5+ years camping. Very peaceful, saw lots of deer & our dogs loved roaming around the site. We will absolutely be back! Thank you for sharing your piece of the PA wilds with others.
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Alex
August 2025
Tent
Group trip
We were visited by two cute and very friendly dogs, which really elevated the experience. The little bathtub sink was running again which was nice, and there being a compost toilet was also cool (though bring your own TP!)
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Adrienne
August 2025
20 ft pop-up camper
With pets
Privacy of the site was great! The road in is a bit treacherous but go slow and you are fine. Dog loved being able to be off leash. Will visit again!
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bryan
August 2025
With kids
We had a great time and would definitely recommend to others. If you’re looking for a nice quiet getaway, this is the perfect spot for a family with kids. Our 4 kids loved it and didn’t want to leave.
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Erin
August 2025
Tent
With kids
We stopped here for the night on a road trip so we got in late and out early the next morning but it was a great place to camp! Nice space for our tent, there was a picnic table and stone bonfire pit that we didn't get to use but it looked nice.
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Allegany State Park
On the north end of the reservoir, Allegany State Park offers 65,000 acres of rare, old growth forest, two lakes, and rugged terrain with plenty of trails for hiking, biking, and snowmobiling. Two developed areas—Quaker and Red House—offer more than 300 campsites, 350 cabins (142 winterized), and eight cottages. Amenities include swim beaches, playgrounds, playing fields, boat and bike rentals, and boat launches. Just west of the state park, in the Enchanted Mountains of New York, Onoville Marina Park offers nearly 100 seasonal and transient camping sites, some right along the shores of the reservoir.
Allegany Indian Reservation
The northwestern part of the reservoir is surrounded by the Allegany Reservation of the Seneca Nation of Indians, which also includes several towns, the city of Salamanca, and the Seneca-Allegany Casino. Campers can stay at the Highbanks Campground, across the reservoir from Allegany State Park’s Quaker Area. Options include tent sites and RV sites with water and 30-amp electric hookups, picnic tables, and fire pits, along with spacious cabins and chalets, and amenities that include a boat launch, pool, picnic areas, and playground.
Allegheny National Forest
A mecca for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, the forest features 10 developed campgrounds. Willow Bay, Dewdrop, Kiasutha, and Red Bridge are the closest to the reservoir, and together offer more than 400 tent sites, RV sites, and rustic cabins. Most sites include picnic tables and fire rings, while many RV sites offer hookups and a dump station. For the best views, book a waterfront site or stay at a boat-in campground, such as Hopewell, Pine Grove, or Hooks Brook. With more than 500,000 acres, there’s plenty of space for dispersed camping.