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Average nightly rates98 total sites · $28.85 avg/night
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53 sites · $24-$29 range
$26.55/night
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32 sites · $20-$29 range
$24.08/night
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13 sites
$60/night
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About Willow Bay
Number of accommodations: 98
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Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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- Dump station on site
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Reviews (1499)
What Guests Are Saying
Willow Bay Campground is praised for its beautiful, well-maintained sites with stunning views and a friendly atmosphere, particularly highlighted by the helpful camp host, Mark. Many guests enjoyed the clean facilities, peaceful surroundings, and abundant wildlife, making it a favorite for family camping trips. Some minor issues were noted, such as difficulties with tent setup on stone-filled grounds and lack of clear check-in instructions, but overall, visitors expressed a strong desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Willow Bay Campground is praised for its beautiful, well-maintained sites with stunning views and a friendly atmosphere, particularly highlighted by the helpful camp host, Mark. Many guests enjoyed the clean facilities, peaceful surroundings, and abundant wildlife, making it a favorite for family camping trips. Some minor issues were noted, such as difficulties with tent setup on stone-filled grounds and lack of clear check-in instructions, but overall, visitors expressed a strong desire to return.
Review Summary
Lisa A
VerifiedJuly 23, 2026 • Stayed at: 091, Loop: DEER
This is one of my go to spots for camping, right on the water!
George J
VerifiedJuly 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 062, Loop: HEML
Camping site was awesome with great view of the lake and sunset. Great night stargazing. Bathroom was very clean.
Taylor Madden
July 20, 2026
This was an absolutely wonderful campground. The facility management was great, they have all the resources you need, the bathrooms and showers were clean, the camping sites were marked with reserved signs for those who had booked them ahead of time including mine. The campsite itself was easy to set up for tent and the fire pit and table were clean and ready to go. Overall fantastic visit
Henry Q
VerifiedJuly 19, 2026 • Stayed at: 066, Loop: HEML
Our site in the Hemlock loop provided a very pretty view of the bay in the morning. If you get up early enough you can watch the mist drift over the placid water.
Donna O
VerifiedJuly 17, 2026 • Stayed at: 068, Loop: HEML
It was very nice and peaceful. all the facilities are clean. I will definitely comeback
Leszek Wiśniewski
July 15, 2026
A truly charming campground in a beautiful setting surrounded by forest and a lake. The campsites are spacious, clean, and well maintained, with plenty of room and privacy. It is a peaceful place and perfect for relaxing close to nature.
The staff were very friendly and helpful. We met Mark, who was especially kind, welcoming, and ready to help us with everything we needed. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend Willow Bay Campground. We would be happy to return in the future.
Carol K
VerifiedJuly 13, 2026 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: ASPE
Beautiful campground along the Kinzua Reservoir with great hiking trails in the Allegheny National Forest. Nearby is the Kinzua Bridge State Park, Kinzua Dam, Rimrock Overlook, Jakes Rocks, and Allegany State Park in New York. Lots to see and do.
Caitlin C
VerifiedJuly 9, 2026 • Stayed at: 089, Loop: DEER
My partner and i loved our camp site #89 in Deer Loop! It was RIGHT on the water and had a decent amount of privacy. The walk from the parking lot was longer than we thought ( about 1/4 mile), so carrying all our gear was taxing on rough terrain. Next time we’ll be bringing a wagon. Our camp host Mark was incredibly friendly, helpful and present. He went above and beyond to make sure we felt comfortable—helping us load fire wood into the car, being flexible with canoe rentals, and answering our plethora of questions. We highly recommend!
Meghan B
VerifiedJune 30, 2026 • Stayed at: 034, Loop: OAK
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Chet F
VerifiedJune 29, 2026 • Stayed at: 085, Loop: DEER
Had a great time. Very enjoyable time. Had 4 adults 4 kids and a dog on two campsites. Plenty of room and secluded enough doesn't feel on top of each other. Extreme wind the first two days made it little bit sketchy and water hard to swim. The terrain was a little bit rough for the 1.5 yrs old but he did well. It was well worth it. Even when the dog got sprayed by a skunk next to the tents. Midnight baths in the lake. So keep food picked up lol. Definitely will be doing this again.
Location Willow Bay
Address:
4001 West Washington St.
Bradford, PA, 16701
United States
Willow Bay is accessible via US Route 219, which is approximately 10 miles away. Other major roads in the vicinity include PA Route 59.
Elevation: 420 feet
15 mi drive to downtown Bradford (about 22 min)
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
2PM
Check out time
12PM
- Check-out time is at 12 PM.
- Check-in time is at 2 PM.
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Fees & deposits
- The campsite fee covers only one wheeled camping unit.
- Cabin rental rates are $75 for one night and $60 per night for two or more nights during the off-season.
- Camping fees are due within 30 minutes of arrival; include your site and license plate numbers.
Vehicles & parking
- There is a $5 fee for any extra vehicles parked at the campground.
Utilities
- Cabins lack running water, but campground facilities are accessible.
Pets
- Keep pets leashed, do not leave them unattended, and clean up after them. Pets are banned from beaches and water.
General
- 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.
- Click here for more information about the Allegheny National Forest.
- Interagency passes are accepted at most sites and are valid for the pass holder and any accompanying passengers in a private vehicle. Pass holder must occupy the site.
- 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. do not replace or remove fire rings.
- 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.
- Interagency passes are accepted at most sites and are valid for the pass holder and any accompanying passengers in a private vehicle.
- Pass holder must occupy the site.
- 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. do not replace or remove fire rings.
- Please place trash in provided receptacles.
- Do not burn trash or waste food in the fire ring.
- This invites wild animals into the campground and no one wants to cook their dinner over your rubbish.
- Single night cabin rentals from Nov 1 - March 31 are $75.00; 2 or more nights are $60.00 per night.
- Please call 814.363.9090 for off season cabin reservations
- Tents can not be put up on cabin sites.
- A seperate site must be purchased. * Cabin 104 does come with a tent site and the cost reflects that.
Fires & fuel
- Do not move firewood; it must be obtained locally to prevent invasive pests.
Wildlife & food storage
- Dispose of trash in receptacles; burning trash is prohibited to avoid attracting wildlife.
Site types & loops
- Tents are not allowed on cabin sites unless a separate site is purchased; Cabin 104 includes a tent site.
Safety & rules
- Discharging weapons, firearms, or fireworks is prohibited in the Recreation Area.
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Last updated: September 9, 2026
