Warning
GeneralCAUTION: PRESCRIBED FIRE NOTICE The Allegheny National Forest is planning prescribed fire operations near the south end of Tracy Ridge Recreation Area between April 1 and May 15, as weather conditions allow. A temporary closure will be enforced during operations, restricting public access to the project area, including the Tracy Ridge Trail System, a section of the North Country National Scenic Trail, and the Handsome Lake and Hopewell boat-to campgrounds. Operations are expected to last 1 to 2 days, followed by a few days of mop-up. For more information, visit www.fs.usda.gov/r09/allegheny/fire/management/tracy-ridge-prescribed-fire-burning-questions. Thanks
About Willow Bay
Number of accommodations: 98
Campground Amenities
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Dump Station
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Fishing
Hiking
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Reviews (299)
What Guests Are Saying
Willow Bay receives high praise for its clean facilities, friendly staff, and beautiful natural setting, making it a favorite for many campers. Guests appreciate the well-maintained grounds and spacious campsites, often returning multiple times a year for a peaceful experience. While some express concerns about noise from neighboring sites and the need for better shower heads, the overall sentiment is positive, highlighting memorable experiences and enjoyable amenities.
Review Summary
Robert A
VerifiedNovember 5, 2025 • Stayed at: 086, Loop: DEER
Absolutely beautiful campground on a picturesque bay. By far my favorite place to tent camp
Camille O
VerifiedNovember 4, 2025 • Stayed at: 083, Loop: DEER
Willow bay was wonderful. Our campsite was spacious and clean. The campsite is easy to get around and there are many amenities like ice, firewood, and kayak rental. It was beautiful to be in walking distance to the lake. I would definitely come here again!
Casey B
VerifiedNovember 3, 2025 • Stayed at: 029, Loop: ASPE
Check in was easy. Park manager delivered wood to my site with out any hesitation.
trisha k
VerifiedNovember 3, 2025 • Stayed at: 088, Loop: DEER
A great location and lots of privacy at our site.
Edward H
VerifiedOctober 26, 2025 • Stayed at: 096, Loop: DEER
Always a worthwhile trip to the bay. Alleghany is a national treasure!
Timothy F
VerifiedOctober 26, 2025 • Stayed at: 056, Loop: HEML
Nice place to camp. Shower was nice but could be warmer. Need of heat
Kevin B
VerifiedOctober 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 028, Loop: ASPE
Love Willow Bay, especially in the fall. We have been coming here for years. It’s always a pleasurable experience. If I had to find a fault…..what is up with the shower heads?! I understand water conservation and things being eco friendly. Those shower heads are ridiculous. Thank you for keeping things clean and orderly.
SunBear C
VerifiedOctober 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 096, Loop: DEER
This is our third year visiting willow bay and 2nd year in a row at store 96. It's in a beautiful wooded location and is the closest location to the water Spigot. The reservoir is just a short distance from the cabin and easy to see sunrise and sunset in a rush. We camp in the fall and the cabins heat gets quite warm at night. Maybe too warm. I'd rather be too warm than too cold. The camp hosted are great! Very friendly and accommodating.
Judith W
VerifiedOctober 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 059, Loop: HEML
Hemlock 59 was a great site with a easy slope down to the bay—even though there was no water in it due to the drought!
Sam M
VerifiedOctober 13, 2025 • Stayed at: 069, Loop: HEML
Best campsite.
Location Willow Bay
Address:
4001 West Washington St.
Bradford, PA, 16701
United States
From Bradford, travel west on PA-346 for 16 miles. Willow Bay is located just south of the Pennsylvania-New York border. Follow signs to the Allegheny Reservoir and the campground.
From the south, take PA-321 North to PA-346 and turn left. Continue to the campground on the left.
Latitude & Longitude: 41.9878 / -78.9106
Elevation: 420 feet
Policies & Rules
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Campsite fee includes one wheeled camping unit only |
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Parking is limited; an additional $5 fee will be collected at the campground for extra vehicles |
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The cabins do not have running water, but guests can use facilities available throughout the campground |
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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. |
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Click here for more information about the Allegheny National Forest. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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It is illegal to discharge weapons, firearms, or fireworks within the Recreation Area. |
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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. |
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Check out time is 12pm. Check in time is 2:00 pm. Camping fees must be paid by within 30 minutes of arrival - Put your site number and license plate number on your fee envelope. |
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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 |
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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. |
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralCAUTION: PRESCRIBED FIRE NOTICE The Allegheny National Forest is planning prescribed fire operations near the south end of Tracy Ridge Recreation Area between April 1 and May 15, as weather conditions allow. A temporary closure will be enforced during operations, restricting public access to the project area, including the Tracy Ridge Trail System, a section of the North Country National Scenic Trail, and the Handsome Lake and Hopewell boat-to campgrounds. Operations are expected to last 1 to 2 days, followed by a few days of mop-up. For more information, visit www.fs.usda.gov/r09/allegheny/fire/management/tracy-ridge-prescribed-fire-burning-questions. Thanks