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Kellettville Recreation Area (Pa) Campground in Pennsylvania
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Kellettville Recreation Area (Pa) Campground

Tionesta Lake, Pennsylvania

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As of October 2026, Kellettville Recreation Area (Pa) Campground is a campground in Pennsylvania with 18 campsites. Kellettville Recreation Area (Pa) Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Kellettville Recreation Area (Pa) Campground is located at 41.5450ยฐ N, 79.2558ยฐ W.
people allowed on 17 of 18 sites
8
people allowed on the largest site
50

Kellettville Recreation Area (Pa) Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

open, tap to book on Recreation.govsold outin your alert

Stay and booking rules

  • Mid-stay changes allowed
  • Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive days
  • Maximum stay: 14 nights
  • Military discount available

Published by Recreation.gov for Kellettville Recreation Area (Pa) Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Kellettville Recreation Area (Pa) Campground

  • Standard 17
  • Group 1
  • Accessible 3
  • Hookups 1

What an RV fits

  • 35 ft1 site
  • 50 ft12 sites
  • 60 ft3 sites

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water
  • dump station

At a glance: Setting: Forest.

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

All sites at Kellettville Recreation Area (Pa) Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

SiteLoopTypeSleepsMax RVHookupsAccess
Kellettville ShelterKELLETTVILLE RECREATION AREA (PA)Group50-Electric-
001Loop 1Standard860 ft-Accessible
002Loop 1Standard850 ft--
003Loop 1Standard850 ft--
004Loop 1Standard850 ft--
005Loop 1Standard850 ft--
006Loop 1Standard8---
008Loop 1Standard850 ft--
009Loop 1Standard850 ft--
010Loop 1Standard850 ft--
011Loop 1Standard850 ft--
014Loop 1Standard850 ft--
015Loop 1Standard835 ft--
016Loop 1Standard850 ft--
017Loop 1Standard850 ft--
018Loop 1Standard850 ft--
019Loop 1Standard860 ft-Accessible
020Loop 1Standard860 ft-Accessible

About Kellettville Recreation Area (Pa) Campground

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 lantern pole. Flush toilets and dump station are available as well as a vault toilet.

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.

Rules and notices at Kellettville Recreation Area (Pa) Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Kellettville Recreation Area (Pa) Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

If you are arriving without a campground reservation, you must pay for camping before you park.

Please check to make sure the campsite you wish to occupy is not currently reserved prior to setting up to camp. If you occupy a reserved campsite, you will be told to move.

Visit Recreation.gov or call 1-877-444-6777 to determine if campsites are open and to pay for open sites.

If you have reserved a campsite and wish to change campsites upon arrival, you must call Recreation.gov at 1-877-444-6777

For the Tionesta Lake office call: (814) 755-3512

For the Tionesta Recreation Area: (814) 755-3592

Parking on the grass is prohibited.

Two vehicles maximum per campsite.

No alcoholic beverages.

There is a limit of 1 wheeled camper and 1 tent per campsite, or 2 tents per campsite.

Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information..

Pennsylvania state law requires children under 13 to wear a personal flotation device; all people on boats less than 16 feet in length and all canoes and kayaks must also wear a PFD Alcoholic beverages are prohibited If you have any questions about the rules and regulations for the Kellettville Recreation Area please call the Ranger Station, 814-755-3512

Camping at one or more campsites at any one water resource project for a period

longer than 14 days during any 30-consecutive-day period is prohibited without the

written permission of the District Commander.

Please note there is no potable water available at this location.

Check out time will be 12 p.m.

Check in time will be 2 p.m.

Kellettville Recreation Area (Pa) Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Kellettville Recreation Area (Pa) Campground?

Kellettville Recreation Area (Pa) Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 18 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Kellettville Recreation Area (Pa) Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Kellettville Recreation Area (Pa) 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 Kellettville Recreation Area (Pa) Campground have?

Kellettville Recreation Area (Pa) Campground has 18 campsites.

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