Kellettville Recreation Area sits along a forested stretch of Tionesta Creek in northwestern Pennsylvania, managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers as part of the Tionesta Lake project. Sites are level and clean, with electric and water hookups available, making it a workable stop for RVs and big rigs. Access involves rough roads, so drivers should plan accordingly. Fishing and kayaking are the primary draws. The campground runs from April 15 through September 30, allows pets, and accepts reservations. Anglers and paddlers looking at camping near Tionesta Lake will find this a functional base, with Salmon Creek Dispersed nearby for those who prefer a more primitive setup.
Description
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. Vault toilet open year round*. Available Starting Memorial Day Weekend - Flush toilets and dump station are availableTo Labor Day Weekend
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.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsKellettville Recreation Area (PA) is located in Pennsylvania near Marienville
Directions
Address: 979 Kelletville Road Tionesta, Pennsylvania 16353 From Pittsburgh take I-79 North. Merge onto I-80 East exit 116a toward Clarion for 9.8 miles. Take the PA-8 exits 29 toward Barkeyville. Turn Left onto Pa-8/State Route 8 for 16.4 miles. Turn right on US-62 and follow US-62 for 34 miles. Turn right on Pa-666 for 10 miles. Then take left turn on to Branch Rd for .1 mi and take a left at campground entrance. From Warren travel US-62 south 30 miles turn left onto PA-666 for 10 miles. Then take left turn on to Branch Rd for .1 mi and take a left at campground entrance.
Address
TIONESTA LAKE PO BOX 539
Tionesta, PA 16353
Coordinates
41.5449889 N
79.255825 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 7/10/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/7/26
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Yurts
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 1 hr 35 min from Erie, PA
- 1 hr 49 min from Youngstown, OH
- 2 hrs 9 min from Pittsburgh, PA
- 2 hrs 27 min from Altoona, PA
