Established Camping
Kiasutha
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Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Longhouse road will be CLOSED from south of Elijah boat launch to north of Kiasutha campground beginning 7/28/25 and will remain closed until early October. Campers are advised to use route 321 south to access Dew Drop and Kiasutha. Please call our main office at (814)-363-9090 for any further questions. Sorry for the inconvenience.
Kiasutha, near Kane, Pennsylvania, is a fantastic spot for campers looking to enjoy the beauty of the Allegheny National Forest. With spacious sites surrounded by trees, it offers a nice balance of privacy and community, making it a great place for families and friends to gather.
The campground boasts a large beach area perfect for swimming and a boat launch for those who want to hit the water. Clean facilities, including flush toilets and a well-kept shower house, make it easy to stay comfortable during your stay. As one visitor noted, “The campground is absolutely beautiful. Clean and peaceful.”
For outdoor enthusiasts, Kiasutha is a gateway to numerous trails that lead to the lakeshore, providing ample opportunities for hiking and exploring. Plus, the nearby Kinzua Bridge and Zippo Lighter Museum are worth checking out if you’re looking for a little adventure beyond the campsite.
While some campers mentioned that the atmosphere can get lively, especially in certain areas, the overall vibe is friendly and welcoming. Whether you’re pitching a tent, parking your RV, or staying in a cabin, Kiasutha offers a memorable camping experience in a stunning natural setting.
Description
US Forest Service
Allegheny National Forest
Overview
Kiasutha Campground sits on the Kinzua Arm of the Allegheny Reservoir in northwest Pennsylvania, offering countless water activities.
Recreation
Visitors enjoy the large, grassy beach for swimming and relaxing. A boat ramp and dock allow visitors to enjoy the vast lake for boating, and a paved trail leads to an accessible fishing pier. Campsites offer a variety of views and conditions, from shaded forest to views of the reservoir, primitive walk-in camping or RV camping with electric hook-up. Some sites are back-in and some are pull-through for easier access.
Facilities
There are about 90 reservable family campsites, each containing a picnic table, fire ring and tent pad. The loop roads are paved. Amenities include flush toilets, drinking water, hot showers, a dump station and amphitheater. The beach and picnic area have a capacity of 900 people. The grounds also include parking facilities and a bathhouse. Firewood, ice, interpretive services and 24-hour campground attendants are offered at the site.
Natural Features
The Allegheny National Forest covers nearly half a million acres and is populated primarily with black cherry, maple and other hardwoods. The Kinzua Dam, built in 1965, impounds the Allegheny River to form the 25-mile-long Allegheny Reservoir. Since Kinzua Creek flowed into the Allegheny RIver, a part of it is also impounded, creating the Kinzua Arm. It is a little narrower than the main Allegheny Reservoir, allowing for a little more intimate connection between water and shore, and is not as subject to weather as the more open main reservoir. This campground sits on forested hills off the Longhouse Scenic Byway, a 29-mile loop that circles the Kinzua Creek Arm of the Allegheny Reservoir.
Nearby Attractions
The Kinzua Dam and Bridge are within driving distance.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (814) 363-9090.
Charges & Cancellations
Cancellations and changes must be made through Recreation.gov
Location
Kiasutha is located in Pennsylvania
Directions
From Kane, Pennsylvania, take State Highway 321 north for 10 miles, then turn onto Longhouse Scenic Drive and continue for a mile to the campground. From Warren, Pennsylvania, take State Highway 59 east for 13 miles, then turn south on Longhouse Scenic Drive and continue for 10 miles.
Coordinates
41.785 N
78.9025 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiPoor
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileAvailable
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 42 min from Erie
- 1 hr 46 min from Buffalo
- 2 hrs 2 min from State College
- 2 hrs 12 min from Altoona
