Kiasutha
Kiasutha Campground sits on the Kinzua Arm of the Allegheny Reservoir in northwest Pennsylvania, offering countless water activities.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 59 |
| Standard with electric | 32 |
| Host/management | 26 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
91 sites in 4 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 024 | AWTR | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Paved | No | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | |||
| 025 | AWTR | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Full | No | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 031 | AWTR | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Paved | Full | No | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 032 | AWTR | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Full | No | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 033 | AWTR | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | No | No / – | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 038 | AWTR | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | No | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | |||
| 039 | AWTR | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Paved | No | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | |||
| 043 | AWTR | Standard | Pull-through | 30 | Paved | No | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes | |||
| 044 | AWTR | Standard | Pull-through | 45 | Paved | Full | No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |||
| 049 | BNON | Electric | Pull-through | 30 | Gravel | 50 amp | Yes / Yes | 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 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water, sewer |
| Max vehicle length | 99 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites 049, 067, 069, 09 and 8 more are listed accessible |
There are about 98 reservable family campsites, each containing a picnic table, fire ring and tent pad. The loop roads are paved. Amenities include flush toilets, drinking water, hot showers, a dump station and amphitheater. The beach and picnic area have a capacity of 900 people. The grounds also include parking facilities and a bathhouse. 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 | Open |
| Season | 04/01 to 09/04 |
| Forest | Allegheny National Forest |
| Booking | Reservations are accepted for some sites. Reservation - Reservations can be made up to 6 months in advance of visit. |
| Fees | Daily camping fee: $20.00 - $39.00/site. Daily vehicle launching/swimming fee - $5.00. Season vehicle launching/swimming pass - $65.00 |
| 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 Kane, Pennsylvania, take State Highway 321 north for 10 miles, then turn onto Longhouse Scenic Drive and continue for a mile to the campground. From Warren, Pennsylvania, take State Highway 59 east for 13 miles, then turn south on Longhouse Scenic Drive and continue for 10 miles.
| Coordinates | 41.7850° N, 78.9025° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 0.1 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Field Street Boots ↗ | 9.8 mi |
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Kiasutha campground, Allegheny national forest, Pennsylvania
Trails nearby
- 0.4 miAsl #19 Longhouse Scenic ↗9.1 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 1.8 miKinzua Valley ↗9.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, snowshoe and 1 more
- 1.8 miAsl #32 Longhouse Parkingunder 0.1 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 2.3 miAsl Graybill Connector0.3 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 2.9 miAllegheny Snowmobile Loop ↗115.3 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 2.9 miAsl #1A New York ↗45.1 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
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
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- New Thomson HouseBuilding · Kane · 9.8 mi
- Kane ArmoryBuilding · Kane · 9.9 mi
- Thomas L. Kane Memorial ChapelBuilding · Kane · 10 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. Since Kinzua Creek flowed into the Allegheny RIver, a part of it is also impounded, creating the Kinzua Arm. This campground sits on forested hills off the Longhouse Scenic Byway, a 29-mile loop that circles the Kinzua Creek Arm of the Allegheny Reservoir.
Recreation
Visitors enjoy the large, grassy beach for swimming and relaxing. A boat ramp and dock allow visitors to enjoy the vast lake for boating, and a paved trail leads to an accessible fishing pier. Campsites offer a variety of views and conditions, from shaded forest to views of the reservoir, primitive walk-in camping or RV camping with electric hook-up. Some sites are back-in and some are pull-through for easier access.
Nearby
The Kinzua Dam and Bridge are within driving distance.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Kiasutha?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Kiasutha?
Daily camping fee: $20.00 - $39.00/site. Daily vehicle launching/swimming fee - $5.00. Season vehicle launching/swimming pass - $65.00
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Kiasutha?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Kiasutha open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026. Season 04/01 to 09/04.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Kiasutha have?
117 sites, including 59 standard sites without power and 32 standard sites with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Kiasutha?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Kiasutha have hookups?
Yes, electric, water, and sewer hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Kiasutha?
Amenities include flush toilets, drinking water, hot showers, a dump station and amphitheater.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Kiasutha?
Yes, pets are allowed at Kiasutha. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Kiasutha?
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 Kiasutha?
Sites 049, 067, 069, and 09 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 12 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 Kiasutha?
Visitors enjoy the large, grassy beach for swimming and relaxing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation