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
Martin S
VerifiedApril 17, 2022 • Stayed at: 071, Loop: HEML
Love the location.
Mark P
VerifiedApril 10, 2022 • Stayed at: 041, Loop: OAK
We made reservations ahead of time for a cabin so all we had do was go to our cabin the pass for your car mirror and the key where on the counter. The cabin was very clean and quite comfortable was in the low thirties at night the electric heater kept it nice and warm. Only bad thing was the showers and restrooms where closed because or the cold weather no where to go to the bathroom for miles. Should have had a port-a-john set up.
Diego D
VerifiedFebruary 23, 2022 • Stayed at: 083, Loop: DEER
Big Lake, cool rope for swing,
Mike r
VerifiedFebruary 8, 2022 • Stayed at: 054, Loop: HEML
Beautiful campground..lots of trees and woods and private sites.
Jamie R
VerifiedNovember 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 032, Loop: OAK
Beautiful stay in the cabin for the last weekend of the camping season! The cabin was wonderful - clean, warm and cozy with my two pre-teen daughters. Perfect for a chilly fall "girls getaway". We took a day trip to Kinzua Bridge State Park (about 45 minutes away). A wonderful experience and well worth the gorgeous drive! Fires were great at night. Bathrooms and showers were spotless and warm. Traditionally we camp here in the summer and utilize the marina/water sports. Camping here in the fall was gorgeous and quiet.
Laura L
VerifiedOctober 28, 2021 • Stayed at: 029, Loop: ASPE
This was a nice campground. We met with family and when we booked our sites there were only 3 spaces shown as available and we reserved 2. So we were pleasantly surprised to find the loop empty except for the camp host and 1 other RV. We were in site 29, on the end with creek access. It was delightful. The sites were spaced out nicely. There were no trees in between to hide the neighbors but it was pretty spacious. There was no cell service (for us) in the park except right by the campground entrance.
Robert K
VerifiedOctober 28, 2021 • Stayed at: 063, Loop: HEML
Willow Bay our most favorite area this year. Meticulously maintained. Rest rooms spotless at any time of day. Staff are awesome helpful people. Our site, #63, offered a beautiful view of the Water. Close to Bradford, Warren, Ridgeway. It’s a great area and state to stay!
Michael K
VerifiedOctober 26, 2021 • Stayed at: 042, Loop: OAK
Great place
Linda T
VerifiedOctober 24, 2021 • Stayed at: 035, Loop: OAK
I had the best cabin, right by the creek. The scenery is breath taking. I loved walking through the park, which is large. The campground is sectioned off, so you in small groups, not one huge place.
The not excellent part for me was the VERY firm mattress. I would suggest taking some padding to put on top of the mattress. I will next time, and we are going back.
There was one electric out let in cabin, which was enough, but don't plan on using a lot of electric things at the same time.
Thomas N
VerifiedOctober 21, 2021 • Stayed at: 062, Loop: HEML
Could not ask for a better week of camping or a better place to camp.
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