What’s happeningA large, unauthorized gathering—the Rainbow Family—is forming on the Bradford Ranger District of the Allegheny National Forest. We are managing the incident to protect people and the forest. The incident is located approximately 6 miles east of Tidioute, PA, in Warren County…
Forest Road 202 will be temporarily closed to through traffic on June 15, 2026 for road repairs. To allow crews to work safely, the road will be closed between the intersections of State Route 346 and Forest Road 202B.Forest Road 202 is located in the Bradford Ranger District, about 10 miles west…
A temporary closure along Longhouse Scenic Drive will begin Wednesday, May 13, through late July. The road will close to through-traffic between Dewdrop Campground and Elijah Run Boat Launch. All recreation sites along Longhouse Scenic Drive are expected to remain open during their normal operating…
The Tracy Ridge prescribed fire operations have successfully concluded in the Allegheny National Forest. Beginning April 27, 2026, the forest has terminated the temporary closure order (#09-19-25-01) and restored public access to the Tracy Ridge area.
The restricted areas are located within Highland Township, Elk County. The areas are associated with facilities formally operated by ARG Resources, Inc., as depicted in Exhibit A of this order:Bear Creek Facility (41.55475676 / -78.83364162)Chaffee Facility (41.57779895 / -78.92738479)CO2 Facility…
Using a bicycle on the following trail systems is prohibited; Southern Portion of Laurel Mill Hiking and Cross- Country Ski Trail System (south of Township Road 307), the North Country National Scenic Trail System, and the Minister Creek Trail System.
The Federal Aviation Administration (external link) (FAA) has regulatory authority over all airspace. The U.S. Forest Service is working to integrate Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) in furthering the agency's mission and to provide for UAS flights by other entities on National Forest System lands…
The emergency closure of Allegheny National Forest Road 457 in McKean County was due to damage from heavy rain near the Meade Run culvert. Road barriers were installed on the southern section of Forest Road 457 from the intersection with Forest Road 457A to the intersection with Forest Road 150.
Northern goshawks are listed as endangered species in Pennsylvania. It is unlawful under the Pennsylvania Game and Wildlife Code for anyone, including permitted falconers, to take a northern goshawk from the wild for any purpose. Northern goshawks, like many birds, are also federally protected…
Feeding of wildlife on National Forest land is temporarily prohibited to prevent or slow the spread of Chronic Wasting Disease among white-tailed deer and mange among black bears. Feeding wildlife causes unnatural concentrations of animals and increases the spread of diseases. The prohibition…
The closure area is located within Highland Township, Elk County. The area is north of State Route 66 and the town of Nansen, near the terminus of Forest Road 327-2, south of the Twin Lakes Hiking Trail, and west of the powerline that runs north from Nansen. Part of this closed area is bordered to…
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…
Ginseng populations on the Allegheny National Forest are sparse. As such, collection for both personal and commercial use is prohibited.Penalties for removing ginseng from National Forest lands include a fine of up to $5,000 and/or six months imprisonment. There are also federal laws governing the…
Visitors cannot posses or use a saddle, pack or draft animal on forest trails NOT designated for that use,off of designated trails within the Spring Creek Horse Use Area, oroff of designated roadways within the Buzzard Swamp Recreation Area.
There is no fishing allowed in the designated swimming area of Loleta Recreation Area between May 1 and September 30.
Within the boundaries of the Allegheny National Forest it is prohibited to:Camp within 500 feet of the centerline of Forest Road 401 from the Forest boundary to the stone pit at the Marienville ATV Trailhead,Camp within 500 feet of the centerline of Forest Road 125 between the intersection of…
In Kelly Pines Campground, between May 1 and October 31, visitors cannot use campsites 3, 4, 5, 6 and/or 7 unless they are camping with saddle, pack and/or draft animals or traveling on the Spring Creek Horse Trail system with saddle, pack and/or draft animals.
Within the Rimrock Recreation Area it is prohibited to secure ropes or other devices to the stone ballasts and/or steel railings for the purpose of rappelling and/or climbing.
Every year on the weekend before Memorial Day weekend and the weekend before Columbus Day weekend, from Saturday at 12:01 am to 6:00 pm on Sunday certain roads and trails are closed to camping and/or driving for the Marienville Volunteer Fire Company's Tour de Forest.
At the Tionesta Reservoir it is prohibited to:camp within 1500 feet of the shore except at designated campsites.possessing a beverage which is defined by state law as an alcoholic beverage.
Within the Hearts Content Scenic Area it is prohibited to:Camp,Build, maintain, attend or use fire,posses or use a saddle, pack, or draft animal,possess or use a bicycle.
Within the Tionesta Natural and Scenic Areas it is prohibited to:Camp,Build, maintain, attend or use fire,posses or use a saddle, pack, or draft animal,possess or use a bicycle.
Within Beaver Meadows it is prohibited to possess or operate a motorboat upon the water or to camp within the decommissioned developed campground.
At Twin Lakes it is prohibited to possess or operate a motorboat on the lake.Between May 1st and September 30th fishing is prohibited on the swimming beach, from the eastern-most buoy to the inlet of Hoffman Run.
In the Buzzard Swamp Area any and all entry into the area set aside as a refuge and propagation area is prohibited; no possessing or using a saddle, pack or draft animal off of designated roadways.
It is prohibited to leave tree stands or blinds not clearly identified on National Forest System lands.You cannot leave stands or blinds on National Forest System lands between the period two weeks prior to the start of Pennsylvania's first deer season and two weeks after the conclusion of…
It is prohibited to possess, utilize, and/or distribute any controlled substances and/or associated paraphernalia on National Forest System lands.
You cannot be publicly nude on National Forest System lands.
You cannot consume alcoholic beverages in violation of state law on National Forest System lands.
The following acts and/or omissions are prohibited on Allegheny National Forest, Pennsylvania: Operating or utilizing any marine vessel or flotation device in violation of Pennsylvania and/or United States law
The following acts are prohibited on the Allegheny National Forest, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Possession and/or use of an off-road vehicle upon forest trails when such vehicle is in excess of 64 inches in width. [36 CFR 261.55 (d)]Possession and/or use of any off-road vehicle upon the Penoke,…
The following acts are prohibited on all National Forest system roads within the Allegheny National Forest, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, until further notice: Operating a vehicle carelessly, recklessly, or without regard for the rights and safety of other persons, or in a manner or at a speed…
Campsite occupancy shall not exceed:More than two motor vehicles per site (a motor vehicle is defined under 36 CFR 261.2 ).More than one wheeled camping unit per site (camping unit is defined as: motor home, travel trailer, truck camper, pop-up trailer, conversion van, or bus.Eight individuals per…
The following acts are prohibited on the Allegheny National Forest, within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:Camping or otherwise occupying Allegheny National Forest lands by any individual(s) for a period longer than fourteen days within a 30 day period.
Protect the Allegheny and do not bring firewood from home to the Allegheny National Forest. Possession of firewood from outside the area of the Allegheny National Forest is prohibited. You could unwittingly spread the emerald ash borer, sirex wood wasp, hemlock woolly adelgid or other firewood…
No mountain bikes or saddle, pack, or draft animals can enter or use Tracy Ridge Recreation Area.