Willow Bay

The campground was extremely clean and well-maintained. I had no issues using the public facilities like bathrooms/showers/dumpsters. The campground hosts were frequently seen doing rounds and checking in, and they were very kind. The other campers were considerate and we had fewer quiet hour issues than at other campground in the area. Kids felt safe biking and playing with other campers. By far our favorite spot to camp with the family at Kinzua!

Good for an overnight stay. Cabins would benefit from roof vents to allow heat to dissipate in the summer. Ceiling fans would also help. Not being able to drive up to your campsite was a bit cumbersome. Not easily accessible for those with handicaps.

Had an enjoyable stay for some much-needed R&R. Bring your boat. The ramp is very nice.

Amazing place, always love Willow Bay. I have one issue that has come up both times I have camped there this year.
Given the rules about moving firewood into the park, Willow Bay needs to sell a better quality firewood at the booth! Both camping trips this year I ended up buying wood at the booth that is not fully dry, it's not seasoned and it steams off water when you try and start it. I was able to make it work but hopefully they can start cutting wood this summer for use NEXT summer and we can have something that works a bit better.

My family has visited willow bay several times over the years. Never a problem, complaint or reason to never keep going back! Truly a favorite in the forest!

Perfect camping; the place is clean and by the water.

always love camping here

This was a quiet, serene location. A bubbling brook, comfortable camping locations, restrooms and showers that were cleaned frequently. No wifi reception ensured a remote visit.

This was our second trip to this site at Willow Bay, it's always a good time! It is a rustic site with a downhill path to access it. The cabins are right across the path from the water, but you'll need to be mindful if the water access camp spots are reserved. There are pit toilets within a few camp spaces walk and there is a water fill up spot that is shared. Rimrock, Jakes Rocks, and Kinzua Swimming area are about a 30 minute drive from here. This campground offers firewood and ice for very reasonable prices, if you need more supplies the town of Warren is about an hour drive away. There is no phone service at this location.

Wonderful campsite right up against the lake.

Only negatives were the firewood we bought at the entrance was a bit damp which made for poor campfires which were difficult to maintain and extremely bold squirrels who attacked our food on the picnic table while we ate. Can't blame any for the squirrels.