East Branch Campground
East Branch Campground is located at East Branch Lake in Northeastern Elk County. East Branch Lake offers an excellent freshwater fishery as well as other recreational opportunities from hiking, boating, and picnicking. Campers have access to shopping, restaurants, and other natural resource attractions nearby.
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Site mix
| RV with electric | 21 |
| Cabins with electric | 4 |
| Tent-only | 3 |
| RV, no hookups | 1 |
| Standard, no hookups | 1 |
| group shelter electric | 1 |
| Host/management | 2 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
31 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Pets | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Branch Picnic Shelter | Group Shelter Electric | None | 30 amp | Yes / – | 25 / – | No | No | Yes | |||
| 1 | RV electric | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | |
| 2 | RV electric | Back-in | 24 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | |
| 3 | RV electric | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | |||
| 4 | RV electric | Back-in | 36 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | |
| 5 | RV electric | Back-in | 24 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | No / – | 8 / – | Yes | Yes | |
| 6 | RV electric | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | 30 amp | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | ||
| 7 | RV electric | Back-in | 24 | Gravel | Partial | No | No / – | 8 / – | Yes | Yes | |
| 8 | RV electric | Back-in | 36 | Gravel | 30 amp | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | ||
| 9 | RV electric | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | 30 amp | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 09:00 AM, checkout 08:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Site East Branch Picnic Shelter is listed accessible |
There is one camping loop at East Branch Lake with four cabins available. The camping loop has a restroom with showers. Campsites and cabins have fire rings, picnic tables, and a lantern hanger. All four cabins have electric and most of the camp sites offer electric hookup unless otherwise stated. Be cautious of overhead power lines in ingress and egress camp roadway.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Interstate 80 points Southeast, take exit 111 and travel PA 153 North to Penfield for 8 miles. Take PA 255 North to St. Marys for 19 miles. Continue on PA 255 North and make a sharp left onto South Michael Street. Turn right onto N St. Marys Street continue for 2.5 miles. Turn left onto Windfall Road continue for 1 mile.
| Nearest town | Wilcox, Pennsylvania |
| Coordinates | 41.5604° N, 78.5992° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Field Street Boots ↗ | 12.9 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 21.3 mi |
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Camping on East Branch April 2021
Public land it sits in
Allegheny National Forest begins about 3.5 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 3.5 miAllegheny National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 740,869 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
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- John E. Weidenboerner HouseBuilding · St. Mary's · 9.3 mi
Natural features
East Branch Lake is in Northeastern Elk County, Pennsylvania. The lakeshore is lined with Aspen saplings that provide excellent cover for fish. East Branch is known for its clear and exceptional water quality. East Branch is located in High Plateau Section of Pennsylvania.
Recreation
East Branch is known for being a high-quality fishery. The predominate fish species at East Branch are small and large mouth bass, lake trout, musky, walleye, and a variety of panfish. The outflow area below the dam is known for its year-round cool to cold waters and is managed as a delayed harvest trout fishing area. The outflow area is a popular destination for canoers and kayakers alike. For a tranquil experience visit our overlook and picnic area located across from the campground.
Nearby
Campers and visitors can visit Elk State Park, Bendigo State Park, or the Allegheny National Forest. The nearby cities of St. Marys and Kane offer a good variety of restaurants, microbreweries, wineries, shopping, and other activities.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at East Branch Campground?
Sites at East Branch Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at East Branch Campground?
Check-in 09:00 AM, checkout 08:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does East Branch Campground have?
33 sites, including 21 RV sites with electric, 4 cabins with power, 3 tent-only sites, and 1 RV site without hookups.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to East Branch Campground?
East Branch Campground is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Does East Branch Campground have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at East Branch Campground?
The camping loop has a restroom with showers.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at East Branch Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at East Branch Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at East Branch Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at East Branch Campground?
Site East Branch Picnic Shelter is listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at East Branch Campground?
East Branch is known for being a high-quality fishery. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to East Branch Campground?
Wilcox, Pennsylvania. Campers and visitors can visit Elk State Park, Bendigo State Park, or the Allegheny National Forest.
Source: Getting there
What if East Branch Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Twin Lakes (9.1 mi), Red Bridge (21 mi, seasonal), and Kelly Pines Campground (21.8 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby