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Crooked Creek Lake

Crooked Creek Lake Dam Aerial
Crooked Creek Campground
Crooked Creek Lake Tunnelville Beach

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly
Pet Friendly

About Crooked Creek Lake

Authorized by the Flood Control Acts of 1936 and 1938, Crooked Creek Lake is one of 16 flood control projects in the Pittsburgh District. An important link in a system of flood control projects, Crooked Creek provides flood protection for the lower Allegheny and Ohio rivers. The construction cost of over $4 million appears small when compared to the giant saving which have resulted. Since its completion in 1940, the project has prevented flood damages estimated to be in excess of $548 million. Crooked creek also stores water and releases it downstream during dry periods to improve water quality and quantity for domestic and industrial use, navigation, recreation, aesthetics and aquatic life.

Number of accommodations: 45

Campground Amenities

  • Pet Friendly
    Pet Friendly
  • Potable Water
    Potable Water

Sites & Availability

45 Sites Available

Site
Price
001, Loop: 1
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
002, Loop: 1
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
003, Loop: 1
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 005, Loop: 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 006, Loop: 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 007, Loop: 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 008, Loop: 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 009, Loop: 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 010, Loop: 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 011, Loop: 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 012, Loop: 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 013, Loop: 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 014, Loop: 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 015, Loop: 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 016, Loop: 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 017, Loop: 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 018, Loop: 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 019, Loop: 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 020, Loop: 1
No Hookups
Price not available
021, Loop: 1
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
022, Loop: 1
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
023, Loop: 1
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
024, Loop: 1
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
025, Loop: 1
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
026, Loop: 1
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
027, Loop: 1
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
028, Loop: 1
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
029, Loop: 1
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
030, Loop: 1
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
031, Loop: 1
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
032, Loop: 1
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
033, Loop: 1
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
034, Loop: 1
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
035, Loop: 1
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
036, Loop: 1
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
037, Loop: 1
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
038, Loop: 1
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
039, Loop: 1
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
040, Loop: 1
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
041, Loop: 1
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
042, Loop: 1
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
043, Loop: 1
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
044, Loop: 1
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
045, Loop: 1
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
046, Loop: 1
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available

Reviews (55)

What Guests Are Saying

Crooked Creek Lake offers a pleasant camping experience with clean facilities, helpful staff, and nearby wildlife, making it a great spot for outdoor enthusiasts. However, some campers noted issues with noise from other guests, lack of privacy between sites, and a need for more electric hookups. Overall, visitors appreciate the campground's location and are likely to return despite minor inconveniences.

Review Summary

4.0
55 reviews
5
41.8%
23
4
32.7%
18
3
14.5%
8
2
7.3%
4
1
3.6%
2

Lisa M

Verified

August 15, 2021 Stayed at: 036, Loop: 1

3

I like crooked creek. I would love crooked creek if they had a shower in the campground. Also, the sites are close together.

Lowell S

Verified

August 5, 2021 Stayed at: 013, Loop: 1

3

The ideas of no check in and check out was a little odd but seemed to go OK. Other than the main office there was no one around until the next day to present questions or concerns. The Ranger did come around the following day. Overall the campsite was clean and for the most part a pleasant stay

Kristin K

Verified

August 2, 2021 Stayed at: 046, Loop: 1

5

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Tracey K

Verified

July 10, 2021 Stayed at: 007, Loop: 1

3

We had a problem with the campers next to us. We had 2 sites with RV’s next to these tent campers. They set their tents 10 feet away from the back of the one RV and complained about the noice from a generator, which was a quiet one that sounded like an conditioners. The generator had to stay on due to keeping my nephews insulin at the correct temperature. We spoke to a ranger prior to running it 24/7. And the ranger couldn’t even hear it at the front of the RV. But these tent campers woke us up and the 2 sites down in an RV at 12:30 at night cussing and swearing about the generator. We spoke to the rangers again about the episode and they asked the campers to leave. But before they left they left us a written note saying that we made their camping experience poor hell, and made comments about finding other ways we could of done about diabetic supplies, and telling us they hope we all die in the next week. We gave the rangers the note, and they told us they would take care of it. I think the whole thing could of been avoided if they only put the tents in a tent site, not an RV site. I believe from camping in many places that there is designated tent sites, and designated RV sites. I wish cooked creek would in force this, for this exact reason.

Shelina H

Verified

July 5, 2021 Stayed at: 010, Loop: 1

5

Our stay was great!

Christina B

Verified

July 3, 2021 Stayed at: 001, Loop: 1

5

Great spot.

Chris S

Verified

June 13, 2021 Stayed at: 014, Loop: 1

4

We had a nice lot and where big enough to spread out.

Jake P

Verified

June 13, 2021 Stayed at: 026, Loop: 1

4

A nice location close to Pittsburgh to do some camping and day hiking.

Steve A

Verified

June 9, 2021 Stayed at: 009, Loop: 1

4

Campsites are close and the fact that there are no water or electric hookups makes it uncomfortable for anyone besides tent campers, in that running a generator in these close quarters is obviously annoying to the tenters. Information from camp rangers that electric was in the planning was very welcome. The campground is relatively empty during the week days and my stay included a holiday weekend in which the campground was virtually full. The camp rangers were very friendly and accommodating as well as helpful concerning local amenities. The campground is well maintained, clean and modern, short of the fact that there are no E/W hookups all the other amenities are there, beautiful lake, hiking trails, playground as well as a disc golf course, local eating and shopping spots are close by.

Linda A

Verified

October 1, 2020 Stayed at: 023, Loop: 1

4

Like most campgrounds it was a little busy on the weekend but come Sunday night it was nice and quiet there were only a couple of sites filled property is well maintained, bathrooms were clean (no showers). There was water available at the restrooms. Has a nice playground area for the kids

Location Crooked Creek Lake

Address:
114 Park Main Rd
Ford City, PA, 16226
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 40.7136 / -79.5142

Elevation: 291 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

Title 36 of the Code of Federal Regulations governs the public use of Crooked Creek Lake administered by the US Army Corps of Engineers. These regulations are posted throughout the Day-Use Areas and are available at the park office or by contacting a park ranger. All visitors must follow the regulations for their safety and enjoyment.

General

Please wait until 8 a.m. to set up to allow time for scheduled maintenance and janitorial services.

General

Driving off the roadways to load or unload and parking in the grass at the pavilion is not permitted. Contact a park ranger for designated overflow parking area locations.

General

Pavilion reservations are for the pavilions only. Restrooms, ball fields, playground equipment and game courts located near pavilions are not included in the reservation fee.

General

Horseshoes, basketballs, volleyballs, baseballs and bats are not available to rent. Visitors must furnish their own equipment.

General

Posting of personal signs and/or balloons on park signs is not permitted. Personal signs may be placed on stakes or boxes at key intersections. Any personal signs placed must be removed at the end of your pavilion rental period.

General

Pennsylvania state law requires children under 13 to wear a personal flotation device; all people on boats less than 16 feet in length and all canoes and kayaks must also wear a PFD.

General

 Alcoholic beverages are prohibited. If you have any questions about the rules and regulations for the Campground or Pavilions please call the Ranger Station, 724-763-3161

General

Camping at one or more campsites at any one water resource project for a period
longer than 14 days during any 30-consecutive-day period is prohibited without the
written permission of the District Commander. 

General

For reference, these are the rules and regulations of our facility:
https://www.mvr.usace.army.mil/Portals/48/docs/Recreation/ODS/Regulations/RulesandRegulations.pdf
We hope your visit is safe and enjoyable!

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