Dewdrop
Dewdrop Campground sits on the Kinzua Arm of the Allegheny Reservoir in northwest Pennsylvania, offering a popular getaway for boaters and families.
Reservable May 22 to September 24. First-come, first-served the rest of the year.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 61 |
| Tent-only | 10 |
| Host/management | 9 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 50 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
71 sites in 5 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 026 | BNON | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 027 | BNON | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 029 | BNON | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 030 | BNON | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 032 | BNON | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 035 | BNON | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 036 | BNON | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 037 | BNON | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 038 | BNON | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 039 | BNON | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | 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 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 50 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites 027, 036, 042, 047 and 6 more are listed accessible |
This large campground offers 74 reservable family campsites that include a picnic table, fire ring and tent pad. Flush toilets, drinking water and a dump station are provided. Amenities such as firewood, ice, interpretive services and 24-hour campground attendants are offered at the site.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Season | 5/22 to 9/24 |
| Forest | Allegheny National Forest |
| Booking | Reservations are accepted for 61 sites (53 RV sites) between May 22 to September 24 at Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. 13 first-come, first-served sites are also available. |
| Fees | Daily camping fee: $20.00 - $24.00/site |
| Rules | As a visitor to the National Forest, you are asked to follow certain rules designed to protect the Forest, natural resources and to provide for public safety of visitors. These rules are available to you on-line or at any office of the Allegheny National Forest. Please take time to read and understand them. General Topic orders apply across the Forest. |
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Getting there
From Warren, Pennsylvania, take PA-59 east for 13 miles. Turn onto Longhouse Scenic Byway/Forest Road 262 south and continue 3 miles to the campground. From the east, take PA-59. Just after crossing the Morrison Bridge over the Kinzua Arm of the reservoir, turn left and proceed 3 miles to the campground.
| Coordinates | 41.8319° N, 78.9594° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 0.2 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Field Street Boots ↗ | 14.1 mi |
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Worth a stop
The Kinzua Dam is a short drive to the west on PA-59. The Jakes Rocks Epic Mountain Bike Trail system connects to Dewdrop Campground and consists of trail loops built specifically for mountain biking on the mountain behind the campground. Hikers are also welcome on the trail but remember to keep an eye out for and give way to mountain bike riders. Kinzua Point Information Center is staffed by volunteers on most summer weekends and offers great views up the Allegheny Reservoir.
- 13.6 miOnoville Marina Park ↗Boat launch
Trails nearby
- 0.2 miJrembt - Grouse0.4 mi trail · hiking, bike, e-bike
- 0.5 miJrembt - Laurel2.3 mi trail · hiking, bike, e-bike
- 0.5 miJrembt - Dewdrop1.7 mi trail · hiking, bike, e-bike
- 0.6 miJrembt - Ursus1.2 mi trail · hiking, bike, e-bike
- 0.8 miJrembt - Elijah ↗7.2 mi trail · hiking, bike, e-bike
- 0.8 miJrembt - Longhouse2.1 mi trail · hiking, bike, e-bike
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Allegheny National Forest.
- inAllegheny 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
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On the National Register nearby
- Jefferson. John P., HouseBuilding · Warren · 9.6 mi
- Warren ArmoryBuilding · Warren · 9.7 mi
- Warren County CourthouseBuilding · Warren · 9.7 mi
Natural features
The Allegheny National Forest covers nearly half a million acres and is populated primarily with black cherry, maple and other hardwoods. The Kinzua Dam, built in 1965, impounds the Allegheny River to form the 25-mile-long Allegheny Reservoir. Dewdrop clings to the hillside above the water, providing a multi-level tiered campground.
Recreation
Water activities abound, including lake fishing, boating, and water skiing. A boat launch is available for convenient lake access for campers only. A 2.5 mile trail winds around the campground. Dewdrop is located on the Longhouse Scenic Drive, a winding loop around the Kinzua Arm of the reservoir that includes PA-59, PA-321, and Forest Road 262 (Longhouse Scenic Byway).
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Dewdrop?
For part of the year. Reservable May 22 to September 24. First-come, first-served the rest of the year.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Dewdrop?
Daily camping fee: $20.00 - $24.00/site
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Dewdrop?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Dewdrop open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season 5/22 to 9/24.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Dewdrop have?
80 sites, including 61 standard sites without power and 10 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Dewdrop?
The longest site here provides 50 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are there showers or a dump station at Dewdrop?
Flush toilets, drinking water and a dump station are provided.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Dewdrop?
Yes, pets are allowed at Dewdrop. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Dewdrop?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As a visitor to the National Forest, you are asked to follow certain rules designed to protect the Forest, natural resources and to provide for public safety of visitors.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Dewdrop?
Sites 027, 036, 042, and 047 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 10 sites in all. 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 Dewdrop?
Water activities abound, including lake fishing, boating, and water skiing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Dewdrop is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Morrison Boat Access Campground (1.8 mi, first-come), Pine Grove Boat Access Campground (3 mi, first-come), and Kiasutha (4.4 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby