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Kelly Pines Campground

Kelly Pines Campground is located in the Allegheny National Forest near Marienville, PA. The area features forested terrain with a mix of hardwoods and conifers. Temperatures range from lows in the 20s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include the Allegheny Reservoir and the Tionesta Scenic Area, offering opportunities for hiking and wildlife observation.

Description

USDA Forest Service

Allegheny National Forest

Overview

Kelly Pines Campground is an equestrian campground located in the hub of the Spring Creek Horse Trail system.

Recreation

The recreation area is the hub of the Spring Creek Horse Trail system, with 38 miles of designated, marked trails. Day users are welcome to park in the center of the loop and stage their ride from there. View the Spring Creek Horse Trail map . The campground is also popular when trout season opens in April, and anglers are welcome in the first two non-horse sites.

Facilities

The recreation area is the hub of the Spring Creek Horse Trail system, with 38 miles of designated, marked trails. Day users are welcome to park in the center of the loop and stage their ride from there. View the Spring Creek Horse Trail map . The campground is also popular when trout season opens in April, and anglers are welcome in the first two non-horse sites.

Natural Features

The location is an opening along Wolf Run, a native trout stream, surrounded by native forest including 300+ year old white pine trees.

Nearby Attractions

Enjoy the thrill of forest riding. Horse riding is permitted in many areas of the Allegheny National Forest, but in the Spring Creek area, riders must stay on designated trails. During wet conditions, riders can ride Forest roads, but no cross-country riding is allowed. The Spring Creek Horse Trail is a major nearby attraction with over 38 miles of trail, some of which is also on State Game Lands.

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

Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations and changes must be made through Recreation.gov

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Location

Kelly Pines Campground is located in Pennsylvania

Detail location of campground

Directions

From Marienville, take FS 130 to FR 131 N in Lamonville (turn left at the 4-way intersection). From Kane or Ridgeway, take State Route 66 to FR 124 (Duhring Road) at Pigeon. Take FR 131 to the right where the road Y's just before crossing Spring Creek. Follow FR 131 to Kelly Pines. Note that vehicles above 40 ft. in length are encouraged to view the location prior to making reservations. There is a sharp turn and bridge to cross that longer vehicles can have difficulty maneuvering.

Coordinates

41.4854194 N
79.0090778 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Good
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group
  • Equestrian

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

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Reviewed Oct. 21, 2021

Off the grid, lots to explore!

This equestrian campground also has 2 non-equestrian sites, one which is reservable. There is no potable water but there is a river and a non-potable pump. There is a permanent toilet usually stocked with TP. Carry out all garbage. No electrical hookups.

Traditional camp sites have space for multiple tents and 2 cars. Each has a picnic table and a fire pit with moveable cooking surface. We’ve never had an issue with bears or other wildlife where food and trash are concerned but we store in the cars at night to be safe. The area is usually damp so don’t count in being able to find much dry wood - we stop before driving in for wood.

Trails galore! Mushrooms everywhere! Quiet and no cellular to distract.

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Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Kelly Pines Campground by Debra D., October 21, 2021
  • Review photo of Kelly Pines Campground by Debra D., October 21, 2021
  • Review photo of Kelly Pines Campground by Debra D., October 21, 2021
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Reviewed Oct. 8, 2021

Rooftop Tent Camping

This was a stop on my partner and I’s National Park road trip. It was very quiet and relaxing. There is a hiking trail that follows the river around the campsite. There are free showers and potable water stations.

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Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of Kelly Pines Campground by Georgina , October 8, 2021
  • Review photo of Kelly Pines Campground by Georgina , October 8, 2021
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at Kelly Pines Campground?

    Camping at Kelly Pines Campground can cost between $15.00 and $25.00 depending on the site.

  • What is the elevation of Kelly Pines Campground?

    Kelly Pines Campground is located at 1468 feet.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Kelly Pines Campground?

    Kelly Pines Campground allows vehicles up to 40 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Kelly Pines Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Kelly Pines Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Kelly Pines Campground have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Kelly Pines Campground does not have wifi.

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at Kelly Pines Campground?

    Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Kelly Pines Campground. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Kelly Pines Campground, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

  • Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Kelly Pines Campground?

    There are 9 campsites at Kelly Pines Campground and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts