Kiasutha

Show on map 814-368-4158 r9_allegheny_nf@fs.fed.us

PO Box 2395, 3451 Rt. 59
Bradford, PA 16701

Forest Order 09-19-17-09 Allegheny (Kinzua) Reservoir

At the Allegheny (Kinzua) Reservoir:

Camping is prohibited on the shores and within 1500 feet inland from the tree line around the reservoir.
Camping is prohibited within 1500 feet on either side of the center line of the Allegheny Reservoir Scenic Drive, including Longhouse Scenic Drive and portions of State Routes 59, 346, and 321, and the main access roads into Jakes Rocks Trails and Overlook and Rimrock Recreation Area.
It is prohibited to go into or be upon the shoreline and area near the Riverview-Corydon Cemetery, Elk Township, Warren County, Pennsylvania for the protections of objects and area of historical interest.

Campgrounds on National Forest land in the area where overnight camping is permitted include: Willow Bay, Dewdrop, Red Bridge, Kiasutha, Morrison, Pine Grove, Hopewell, Handsome Lake, and Hooks Brook.

Under the authority of the Act of Congress dated June 4, 1897, as amended (16 USC 551) and the Secretary of Agriculture's regulation 36 CFR 261.50 (a) and (b), the following acts are prohibited on the Allegheny National Forest, Allegheny Reservoir Shoreline, located within Warren and McKean Counties, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

Camping is prohibited on the shores and within 1500 feet inland from the tree line around the Allegheny Reservoir. SEE EXHIBIT [36 CFR 261.58(e)]
Camping is prohibited within 1500 feet on either side of the center line of the Allegheny Reservoir Scenic Drive (includes Longhouse Scenic Drive and portions of State Routes 59, 346, and 321) and the main access roads into Jakes Rocks and Rimrock Recreation Area. SEE EXHIBIT [36 CFR 261.58(e)]
It is prohibited to go into or be upon the shoreline and area near the Riverview-Corydon Cemetery, Elk Twp., Warren County, Pennsylvania for the protection of objects and area of historical interest. SEE EXHIBIT [36 CFR 261.53(c)]

THIS RESTRICITION IS NECESSARY TO PROTECT PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY. THEY ARE IN ADDITION TO THE GENERAL PROHIBITIONS SET FORTH IN 36 CFR PART 261. THE PROHIBITIONS WILL BE IN EFFECT FROM THE DATE OF THIS ORDER UNTIL SPECIFICALLY WITHDRAWN BY TERMINATION ORDER OF THE FOREST SUPERVISOR.

Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50(e), the following persons are exempt from this order:

Persons with a permit specifically authorizing the otherwise prohibited act or omission.
Any Federal, State, or local officer, or member of an organized rescue or fire fighting force in the performance of an official duty.
Persons camping at designated campgrounds operated by the US Army Corps of Engineers or the Forest Service or one of its contractors.

Violation of any of these prohibitions is punishable by a fine of not more than $5000 or imprisonment for not more than six (6) months, or both, under authority of Title 16 USC 551, Title 18 USC 3559 and 3571.

Justification for Order

The puprose of this order is to minimize impacts along the shores of the Allegheny Reservoir and specifically within the Corydon Riverview Heritage area. It is also intended to provide for a natural touring experience on the National Scenic Byway and to limit off-road motor vehicle use throughout a popular and heavily-used area.

This order is an updated and revised edition stemming from a previously existing and in effect order from 2008.

This update is to ensure that consistent and accurate information is being portrayed to the public and also to reflect the recent change in Forest leadership staffing.

Enforcement Plan

This order will be enforced by law enforcement officers as well as forest protection officers. The primary method of enforcement will be through regular patrols via boat or foot. All policies regarding the use of vessels shall be strictly adhered to. These patrols may or may not include other law enforcement agencies.

Overview

Kiasutha Campground sits on the Kinzua Arm of the Allegheny Reservoir in northwest Pennsylvania, offering countless water activities.

Recreation

Visitors enjoy the large, grassy beach for swimming and relaxing. A boat ramp and dock allow visitors to enjoy the vast lake for boating, and a paved trail leads to an accessible fishing pier. Campsites offer a variety of views and conditions, from shaded forest to views of the reservoir, primitive walk-in camping or RV camping with electric hook-up. Some sites are back-in and some are pull-through for easier access.

Facilities

There are about 98 reservable family campsites, each containing a picnic table, fire ring and tent pad. The loop roads are paved. Amenities include flush toilets, drinking water, hot showers, a dump station and amphitheater. The beach and picnic area have a capacity of 900 people. The grounds also include parking facilities and a bathhouse. Firewood, ice, interpretive services and 24-hour campground attendants are offered at the site.

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. Since Kinzua Creek flowed into the Allegheny RIver, a part of it is also impounded, creating the Kinzua Arm. It is a little narrower than the main Allegheny Reservoir, allowing for a little more intimate connection between water and shore, and is not as subject to weather as the more open main reservoir. This campground sits on forested hills off the Longhouse Scenic Byway, a 29-mile loop that circles the Kinzua Creek Arm of the Allegheny Reservoir.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (814) 362-4613.

Nearby Attractions

The Kinzua Dam and Bridge are within driving distance.

Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations and changes must be made through Recreation.gov

Camp site features

Across 91 camp sites:

Electric hookups: 30 of 91 sites
Water hookups: 6 of 91 sites
Sewer hookups: 6 of 91 sites
Fire pit: 7 of 91 sites
Pets allowed: all 91 sites
ADA accessible: 8 of 91 sites
Longest RV: 45 ft
Largest party: 16 people
Power up to 50 amps
Equipment: RV, Tent, Trailer

Directions

From Kane, Pennsylvania, take State Highway 321 north for 10 miles, then turn onto Longhouse Scenic Drive and continue for a mile to the campground. From Warren, Pennsylvania, take State Highway 59 east for 13 miles, then turn south on Longhouse Scenic Drive and continue for 10 miles.

Stay Limit

Check in from 2 PM, check out by 12 PM.

Reviews

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April S

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Reviewed 2 months ago

More electric sites

KIMBERLY C

Loop:Kias

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Reviewed 2 months ago

Make sure to bring extra blocking. Sites very unlevel.

Kelly C

Loop:Awtr

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Reviewed 2 months ago

Updated bathrooms are very nice. Despite a lot of rain, the landscaping of our site allowed great run off and a relatively dry site the next day

Jonah R

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Reviewed 2 months ago

5th year in a row we've come to Kiasutha. Love it!

Michael B

Loop:Bnon

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Reviewed 3 months ago

Roads are rough with ruts and potholes Shower drains back up and you stand it water up to your ankles Campground is in disrepair

Julianne M

Loop:Kias

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Reviewed 3 months ago

The new showers are wonderful! The roads however need work. Also there was never any paper towels in the bathroom nearby our campsite. The campsite was great and very neatly kept. The wood that they were selling though was terrible because it was very wet and did not burn well.

Availability

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