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Buckaloons Campground

Allegheny National Forest, Pennsylvania

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As of October 2026, Buckaloons Campground is a campground in Allegheny National Forest, Pennsylvania with 59 campsites. Buckaloons Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Buckaloons Campground is located at 41.8397° N, 79.2564° W.

people allowed on 55 of 59 sites: 8
people allowed on the largest site: 50

Buckaloons Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Next Available Dates

Oct 4 (46 sites)Oct 5 (46 sites)Oct 6 (46 sites)

46 sites open on Oct 4 at Buckaloons Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.

As of 30 September 2026, 15:17 UTC.

Stay and booking rules

Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive days
Maximum stay: 14 nights
Minimum stay: 1 consecutive days

Published by Recreation.gov for Buckaloons Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Buckaloons Campground

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Standard 57
Group 2
Accessible 2
Hookups 40

What an RV fits

20 ft1 site
30 ft15 sites
35 ft1 site
40 ft1 site
45 ft37 sites

Amenities

restrooms
showers
potable water
dump station

At a glance: Setting: Forest.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, wildlife, photography.

All sites at Buckaloons Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Hookups	Access
41	BUCK	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
42	BUCK	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
43	BUCK	Standard	8	45 ft	-	-
44	BUCK	Standard	8	45 ft	-	-
46	BUCK	Standard	8	30 ft	-	-
47	BUCK	Standard	8	30 ft	-	-
48	BUCK	Standard	8	30 ft	-	-
49	BUCK	Standard	8	30 ft	-	-
50	BUCK	Standard	8	30 ft	-	-
51	BUCK	Standard	16	30 ft	-	-
52	BUCK	Standard	8	30 ft	-	-
53	BUCK	Standard	8	30 ft	-	-
54	BUCK	Standard	8	30 ft	-	-
55	BUCK	Standard	8	30 ft	-	-
56	BUCK	Standard	8	30 ft	-	-
57	BUCK	Standard	8	30 ft	-	-
58	BUCK	Standard	8	30 ft	-	-
59	BUCK	Standard	8	-	-	-
60	BUCK	Standard	8	-	-	-
61	BUCK	Standard	8	-	-	-
2	ELDB	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
3	ELDB	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
4	ELDB	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
5	ELDB	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
6	ELDB	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
7	ELDB	Standard	16	40 ft	Electric	-
9	ELDB	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
10	ELDB	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
11	ELDB	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
12	ELDB	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
13	ELDB	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
14	ELDB	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
15	ELDB	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
16	ELDB	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
17	ELDB	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
18	ELDB	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
19	ELDB	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
20	ELDB	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
21	ELDB	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
22	ELDB	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
23	ELDB	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
24	ELDB	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
25	ELDB	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
26	ELDB	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
27	ELDB	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
29	ELDB	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
30	ELDB	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
31	ELDB	Standard	8	30 ft	Electric	-
32	ELDB	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
33	ELDB	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
34	ELDB	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	Accessible
35	ELDB	Standard	8	35 ft	Electric	-
36	ELDB	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
37	ELDB	Standard	8	20 ft	Electric	-
38	ELDB	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
39	ELDB	Standard	8	30 ft	Electric	-
40	ELDB	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
Group Site	GRP	Group	50	45 ft	-	-
PAVIL1	PICN	Group	40	-	Electric	Accessible

About Buckaloons Campground

Overview

Buckaloons Campground sits at the confluence of the Allegheny River, Brokenstraw Creek and Irvine Run in northwestern Pennsylvania. This 61-site campground offers access to the Allegheny Wild & Scenic River and opportunities for boating, fishing, wildlife watching, and relaxing in a quiet, country atmosphere.

Recreation

Water activities are a big draw to Buckaloons Recreation Area, including canoing, kayaying, rafting, and boating. The boat ramp provides easy access to the river. Buckaloons is the beginning of the second designated National Wild and Scenic RIver segment of the Allegheny River. The first segment is from Kinzua Dam to the Route 6 Glade Bridge on the east side of Warren, PA. The second segment runs from Buckaloons campground to Alcorn Island just upstream of Oil City, PA, a distance of nearly 50 miles. In this segment are the 6 islands of the Allegheny Islands Wilderness as well as many other publicly and privately owned islands. Several public boat launches are located within this segment to help you decide on the length of trip that's right for you. The Allegheny is a "family-friendly" river, with little to no whitewater - perfect for beginners or a lazy day of floating.

Hunting, fishing, and trapping are permitted in the areas around the campground, subject to rules of the Pennsylvania Game Commission and the Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission. Fishing includes walleye, trout, and bass.

There is also hiking along the Seneca Interpretive Trail within the campground or at nearby Anders Run Natural Area.

Facilities

Buckaloons Recreation Area offers family campsites, double sites and a group tent site. Amenities include both flush and vault toilets, a pressurized water system, hot showers, a dump station and electric hookups.

There is a one-lane concrete boat launch, a picnic area with tables and charcoal grills, pavilion, basketball court and playground. Hardened paths lead to fishing opportunities on the Allegheny River, Brokenstraw Creek and Irvine Run.

Natural Features

Once the site of an Indian trading post, the Buckaloons Recreation Center has numerous apple trees through the area, as well as mixed hardwoods. Water-loving species such as sycamore, willow, alder, silver maple, and butternut are frequent components of the riverine forest. Blue and green herons, bald eagles, egrets, and a variety of smaller birds can be seen along the Allegheny RIver. The Allegheny is classified as a warm-water fishery, but some cold-water species thrive as well. Freshwater mussels are abundant in species and number and indicate the high water quality of this river. Deer, bear, turkey, and squirrels are common, along with a variety of smaller mammals such as raccoon, opossum, and muskrat.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (814) 363-9090.

Rules and notices at Buckaloons Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Buckaloons Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Drivers should be aware of low branches and power lines, especially at parking aprons

The water level in the Allegheny River is determined primarily by the outflow of Kinzua Dam. River users should check the release level with the Army Corps of Engineers to ensure safe boating flows. Low flows may expose large rocks hazardous to power boaters. High flows can be hazardous to small boaters and tubers.

Off-road vehicle use is not permitted in the campground

This area of the river is not suitable for large boats

This area is popular with hunters; campers should wear bright fluorescent-colored clothing if hiking and/or camping during hunting seasons

Pets must be on a leash at all times and cannot be left unattended. Pets are not allowed on the beaches or in the water. Please clean-up after your pets.

Don't move firewood: To limit the spread of invasive tree-killing pests, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Some states have quarantines and may confiscate your firewood. Please help protect our forests from invasive species by obtaining your firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Visit dontmovefirewood.org for more information.

Please build fires only in the fire ring or grill provided. Dead material down on the ground can be used for fires but live trees, shrubs, and plants must not be cut or damaged.

Interagency passes are accepted at most sites and are valid for the pass holder and his vehicle only. Pass holder must occupy the site.

It is illegal to discharge weapons, firearms, or fireworks within the Recreation Area.

Check out time is 12:00 p.m. AND check in time is 2 p.m. Camping fees must be paid within 30 minutes after arrival. Put your site number and your license plate number on your fee envelope.

*Additional fees for group sites:

$5.00 per Wheeled unit (RV or Motorhome)

$5.00 (additional) per night for each unit connecting to electric. Where available.

$5.00 per day for each vehicle over allotted passes for site

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Buckaloons Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Buckaloons Campground?

Buckaloons Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 59 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Buckaloons Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Buckaloons Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Buckaloons Campground have?

Buckaloons Campground has 59 campsites.