We are in dire need of your support, every dollar helps
Campflare

Kellettville Recreation Area (Pa)

Tionesta Lake

Loading

Summary

Tionesta Lake in Forest County, Pennsylvania is a culturally and naturally rich region, perfect for in-season hunting, fishing, and camping. The area is home to a remarkable variety of wildlife and scenic hiking, with the nearby Allegheny National Forest and Cooks Forest State Park for day trips. Campers can make use of the nearby facilities, such as the flush toilets, fire rings and picnic tables.

Overview

Half of Forest County, where Tionesta Lake is located, is preserved as public lands. The region is known as one of Pennsylvania's best big game regions and is home to a remarkable variety of wildlife.

Campers come to the Kellettville Recreation Area Campground to enjoy the forested area along Tionesta Creek. The area is ideal for fishing, hunting as well as scenic hiking.

Tionesta is a culturally rich region with a long history. The Seneca Indian tribe named this area "where the water separates the land." Nearly a century ago, narrow gauge railways dotted the surrounding countryside, hauling out virgin timber from the hillsides.

Recreation

In-season hunting, fishing, hiking canoeing and kayaking, are all available from Kellettville.

Visitors interested in wildlife viewing are likely to spot white-tailed deer, porcupine, wild turkey, osprey and opossum.

Facilities

Each camp site has a picnic table, fire ring and water is available to use, flush toilets and dump station.

Natural Features

Tionesta Lake winds its way through the rugged hills of northwestern Pennsylvania. Surrounding public areas include the Allegheny National Forest, Cooks Forest State Park, Cornplanter and Clear Creek State Forests, the state fish hatchery and state game lands.

Nearby Attractions

Tionesta Creek Road, which winds through the Tionesta Creek valley upstream of the dam, is an excellent scenic drive with spectacular views.

The nearby Allegheny National Forest also makes a great day trip.

Show More ▾

Photos

Campground Matrix

Set alerts at more campgrounds to increase your odds of getting a place to stay! Below is a list of the closest campgrounds supported on Campflare. Or, view all campgrounds in Tionesta Lake.

Nearby Campgrounds Distance Notification Rate
Minister Creek And Trailhead
Allegheny National Forest
7.4mi
Hearts Content Recreation Area
Allegheny National Forest
10.4mi
Outflow Recreation Area (Pa)
Tionesta Lake
10.7mi
Tionesta Rec. Area
Tionesta Lake
10.8mi
Farnsworth Cabin
Allegheny National Forest
12.3mi
Loleta Recreation
Allegheny National Forest
13.3mi
Made with ❤️ in Mammoth Lakes
This site is not endorsed by recreation.gov. A Vay project.
App Privacy Terms Support