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Tionesta Rec. Area Campground

TIONESTA REC. AREA CAMPGROUND
Restrooms
The View From Arrow Head Trail
Nebraska Bridge
Start of Fall foliage

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly
Showers

About Tionesta Rec. Area Campground

Half of Forest County, where Tionesta Lake is located, is preserved as public lands. The region is known as one of Pennsylvania's best big game regions and is home to a remarkable variety of wildlife. Campers come to the Tionesta Recreation Area Campground to enjoy the forested area just below the Tionesta Dam. The area is ideal for fishing as well as scenic hiking. Tionesta is a culturally rich region with a long history. The Seneca Indian tribe named this area "where the water separates the land." Nearly a century ago, narrow gauge railways dotted the surrounding countryside, hauling out virgin timber from the hillsides.

Number of accommodations: 118

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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Currently open - May 22 to Sep 6

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly
Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Showers
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
Missing information?

Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

118 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: 1
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 002, Loop: 1
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 003, Loop: 1
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 004, Loop: 1
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 005, Loop: 1
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 006, Loop: 1
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 007, Loop: 1
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 008, Loop: 1
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 009, Loop: 1
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
010, Loop: 1
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 011, Loop: 1
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 012, Loop: 1
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 014, Loop: 1
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 016, Loop: 1
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 017, Loop: 1
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 018, Loop: 1
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 019, Loop: 1
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 020, Loop: 1
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 021, Loop: 1
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 022, Loop: 3
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 023, Loop: 3
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 024, Loop: 3
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 025, Loop: 3
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 027, Loop: 3
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 028, Loop: 3
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 029, Loop: 3
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 030, Loop: 3
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 031, Loop: 3
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 032, Loop: 3
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 033, Loop: 3
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 034, Loop: 3
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 035, Loop: 3
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 036, Loop: 3
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 037, Loop: 3
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 038, Loop: 3
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 039, Loop: 3
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 040, Loop: 3
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 041, Loop: 3
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 042, Loop: 3
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 043, Loop: 3
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 044, Loop: 3
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 045, Loop: 3
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 046, Loop: 3
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 047, Loop: 3
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 048, Loop: 3
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 049, Loop: 3
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 050, Loop: 3
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 051, Loop: 3
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 052, Loop: 3
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 053, Loop: 3
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 055, Loop: 2
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 056, Loop: 2
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 057, Loop: 2
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 058, Loop: 2
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 059, Loop: 2
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 060, Loop: 2
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 061, Loop: 2
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 062, Loop: 2
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 063, Loop: 2
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 064, Loop: 2
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 065, Loop: 2
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 066, Loop: 2
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 067, Loop: 2
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 068, Loop: 2
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 069, Loop: 2
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 070, Loop: 2
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 071, Loop: 2
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 072, Loop: 2
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 073, Loop: 2
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 074, Loop: 2
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 075, Loop: 2
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 076, Loop: 2
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 077, Loop: 2
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 078, Loop: 2
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 079, Loop: 2
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 080, Loop: 2
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 081, Loop: 3
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 082, Loop: 3
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 083, Loop: 3
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 084, Loop: 3
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 085, Loop: 3
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 086, Loop: 3
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 087, Loop: 3
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 088, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 089, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 090, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 091, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 092, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 093, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 094, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 095, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 096, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 097, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 098, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 099, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 100, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 101, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 102, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 103, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 104, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 105, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 106, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 107, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 108, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 109, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 111, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 112, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 113, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 114, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 115, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 116, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 117, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 118, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 119, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 120, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 121, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 122, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 123, Loop: 4
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available

Reviews (928)

What Guests Are Saying

Tionesta Recreation Area Campground is a clean and well-maintained site offering spacious campsites with full hookups and a peaceful atmosphere ideal for families. Visitors appreciate the variety of activities available, including fishing, biking, and exploring local trails, as well as friendly camp hosts who enhance the experience. While some reviews mention the need for bathroom updates, overall satisfaction suggests it's a favorite camping destination.

Review Summary

4.3
928 reviews
5
58.0%
538
4
23.7%
220
3
12.1%
112
2
4.7%
44
1
1.5%
14

Kenneth L

Verified

June 7, 2021 Stayed at: 007, Loop: 1

2

we have been to Tionesta many times without problems or complaints, but this time was different. We were in site #5 and the condition of the site was terrible. There were dried leaves in and around the fire pit that needed cleaned out. Also the area around the fire pit was in much need of gravel. It rained for most of the weekend and the entire area was a muddy mess. This could have been avoided with a little maintenance. As this was the first weekend for the campground to be opened, this should have been taken care of prior to opening.

Keith W

Verified

June 7, 2021 Stayed at: 053, Loop: 3

5

always a nice place to go camping

Pam B

Verified

June 7, 2021 Stayed at: 069, Loop: 2

3

It is hard to rate our experience over Memorial Day weekend as it rained everyday and very cold. It would be really nice if the restrooms could be updated. Other than that we enjoy camping there!

John G

June 7, 2021

3

We always have problems with the water bibs leaking, we changed hoses even to avoid the issue but it is not the hose....

Timothy P

Verified

June 7, 2021 Stayed at: 070, Loop: 2

5

Great place to stay

Kenneth L

Verified

June 7, 2021 Stayed at: 007, Loop: 1

2

we have been to Tionesta many times without problems or complaints, but this time was different. We were in site #5 and the condition of the site was terrible. There were dried leaves in and around the fire pit that needed cleaned out. Also the area around the fire pit was in much need of gravel. It rained for most of the weekend and the entire area was a muddy mess. This could have been avoided with a little maintenance. As this was the first weekend for the campground to be opened, this should have been taken care of prior to opening.

Keith W

Verified

June 7, 2021 Stayed at: 053, Loop: 3

5

always a nice place to go camping

Pam B

Verified

June 7, 2021 Stayed at: 069, Loop: 2

3

It is hard to rate our experience over Memorial Day weekend as it rained everyday and very cold. It would be really nice if the restrooms could be updated. Other than that we enjoy camping there!

John G

June 7, 2021

3

We always have problems with the water bibs leaking, we changed hoses even to avoid the issue but it is not the hose....

Timothy P

Verified

June 7, 2021 Stayed at: 070, Loop: 2

5

Great place to stay

Location Tionesta Rec. Area Campground

Address:
Tionesta Lake Po Box 539
Tionesta, PA, 16353
United States

Highway access

The Tionesta Recreation Area Campground is accessible via State Route 36, which is approximately 0.5 miles north of the campground.

Latitude & Longitude: 41.4843 / -79.4491

Elevation: 320 feet

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

2PM

Check out time

12PM

  • Reservations are required before camping.
  • Changes to campsite reservations must be made by calling Recreation.gov.
  • Contact the Tionesta Lake office for inquiries.
  • Contact the Tionesta Recreation Area for inquiries.

Vehicles & parking

  • Parking on the grass is not allowed.
  • A maximum of two vehicles are allowed per campsite.

Safety & rules

  • Alcoholic beverages are not allowed on site.
  • Children under 13 must wear a personal flotation device on boats, and all boaters on smaller vessels must wear one too.

Site capacity

  • Campsites allow either 1 wheeled camper and 1 tent, or 2 tents.
  • Camping longer than 14 days at a water resource project requires written permission.

Accessibility

  • Sites 69 and 71 are designated for accessible camping with required passes.

Fires & fuel

  • Do not move firewood; buy it locally and burn it on site.

Nearby Campgrounds

Nearby destinations


Last updated: June 4, 2026

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