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Willow Bay
Total sites: 97
Available Today: 86 FF*
Available this Weekend: 36
Booking Window: 6 months
Available Today: 86 FF*
Available this Weekend: 36
Booking Window: 6 months
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Allegheny National Forest › Bradford Ranger District › Pennsylvania
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Willow Bay Campground, PA - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map
Willow Bay Campground is located in the Bradford Ranger District, Allegheny National Forest (45 min east of Jamestown, NY) with an elevation of 1,376 feet. There are a total of 97 campsites including 11 cabins. The campground is normally open from the end of March to the end of October. 53 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 60 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 27 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $20.00 to $60.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, boat ramp, swimming, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
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Campsite Reviews (198)
4.3 out of 5
| 5 star | 56% | |
| 4 star | 24% | |
| 3 star | 8% | |
| 2 star | 6% | |
| 1 star | 3% |
@AnthonyB83A692 · Camped on Aug 24, 2025 at Campsite #33
We had a wonderful time and the campground was very clean and beautiful.
@DavidS3927304 · Camped on Aug 22, 2025 at Campsite #84
Treated us with respect and the campground was very clean!Put Willow Bay on your places to visit for sure
@JoanS7048588 · Camped on Aug 19, 2025 at Campsite #22
Beautiful setting. Clean restrooms. fire pits clean. The camp hosts are exceptional! Kinzua is stunning.
@LindaM3264387 · Camped on Aug 18, 2025 at Campsite #31
Great experience
@CarolM9915509 · Camped on Aug 11, 2025 at Campsite #28
the weather was great and the star gazing was even better.
@Sandrar3093215 · Camped on Aug 7, 2025 at Campsite #78
Our waterfront rustic campsites were wonderful! The staff was helpful and friendly too. We will return!
@JulieS4767669 · Camped on Aug 7, 2025 at Campsite #1
Good, as usual. No cell service, but we like that. Beware at night - There were skunks everywhere!
@JulieS4767669 · Camped on Aug 7, 2025 at Campsite #3
Good, as usual. But there were skunks everywhere!
@JeffreyP295388 · Camped on Aug 4, 2025 at Campsite #45
The grounds and the mowing were incredible. It had a park like setting super manicured. You could see Dan. I think it was his name who actually takes care of the lawn. Did an incredible job. The bathrooms were super clean. The showers were cleaner than usual and almost all places that I camp in New York State parks. Great job to the staff.
@KirkM5140167 · Camped on Aug 1, 2025 at Campsite #15
Lots of space between sites. Some wooded trails between campground areas for a nice short hike. Very clean and well groomed campground. Some open areas and some shaded. We will go back if in the area.
@AnnC6240BA6538 · Camped on Jul 29, 2025 at Campsite #76
My husband and I just spent six nights at the Willow Bay campground. The staff was friendly and very helpful. We have been going to the Willow Bay Campground for over 30 years. One thing that we noticed was how clean and well kept the place was this year. In particular, Dan kept the grounds well maintained and Story did a fantastic job of keeping bathrooms clean. It is a great campground.
@KristenR130562 · Camped on Jul 25, 2025 at Campsite #29
This campground is one of our favorites. The only thing we would like to see improved are the shower heads. The bath houses are always clean and cared for, but the shower heads need replaced.
@LauraS4657948 · Camped on Jul 19, 2025 at Campsite #72
Being able to camp right on the water is incredible. This is one of our favorite spots.
@CynthiaH772154 · Camped on Jul 18, 2025 at Campsite #81
This campground is beautiful! We stayed at a tent site right on the water. Having water access allowed us to rent a canoe and our kids could swim and fish right at our camp site. The campground is quiet, peaceful and clean. We had an amazing time with gorgeous views of Willow bay and the mountains.
@CraigH8329221 · Camped on Jul 14, 2025 at Campsite #23
Had a great trip. Really like being along the creek. The generator people weren't too bad for a change. Campgrounds were very clean and well kept. I come here at least once every year and will continue!
@PaulG9606243 · Camped on Jul 13, 2025 at Campsite #94
Good for an overnight stay. Cabins would benefit from roof vents to allow heat to dissipate in the summer. Ceiling fans would also help. Not being able to drive up to your campsite was a bit cumbersome. Not easily accessible for those with handicaps.
@ElliottH275187 · Camped on Jul 9, 2025 at Campsite #67
The campground was extremely clean and well-maintained. I had no issues using the public facilities like bathrooms/showers/dumpsters. The campground hosts were frequently seen doing rounds and checking in, and they were very kind. The other campers were considerate and we had fewer quiet hour issues than at other campground in the area. Kids felt safe biking and playing with other campers. By far our favorite spot to camp with the family at Kinzua!
@TomaszPCB65C4D · Camped on Jun 28, 2025 at Campsite #81
Perfect camping; the place is clean and by the water.
@EdwardH95103AF · Camped on Jun 27, 2025 at Campsite #96
Amazing place, always love Willow Bay. I have one issue that has come up both times I have camped there this year. Given the rules about moving firewood into the park, Willow Bay needs to sell a better quality firewood at the booth! Both camping trips this year I ended up buying wood at the booth that is not fully dry, it's not seasoned and it steams off water when you try and start it. I was able to make it work but hopefully they can start cutting wood this summer for use NEXT summer and we can have something that works a bit better.
@JenniferW73279 · Camped on Jun 27, 2025
My family has visited willow bay several times over the years. Never a problem, complaint or reason to never keep going back! Truly a favorite in the forest!
@CraigH8329221 · Camped on Jun 26, 2025 at Campsite #17
Had an enjoyable stay for some much-needed R&R. Bring your boat. The ramp is very nice.
@BaryaSEE4E4E03 · Camped on Jun 22, 2025 at Campsite #99
Wonderful campsite right up against the lake. Only negatives were the firewood we bought at the entrance was a bit damp which made for poor campfires which were difficult to maintain and extremely bold squirrels who attacked our food on the picnic table while we ate. Can't blame any for the squirrels.
@MelanieC53E32D · Camped on Jun 16, 2025 at Campsite #21
This was a quiet, serene location. A bubbling brook, comfortable camping locations, restrooms and showers that were cleaned frequently. No wifi reception ensured a remote visit.
@Alexandra48129 · Camped on Jun 16, 2025 at Campsite #98
This was our second trip to this site at Willow Bay, it's always a good time! It is a rustic site with a downhill path to access it. The cabins are right across the path from the water, but you'll need to be mindful if the water access camp spots are reserved. There are pit toilets within a few camp spaces walk and there is a water fill up spot that is shared. Rimrock, Jakes Rocks, and Kinzua Swimming area are about a 30 minute drive from here. This campground offers firewood and ice for very reasonable prices, if you need more supplies the town of Warren is about an hour drive away. There is no phone service at this location.
@GregS1457823 · Camped on Jun 13, 2025 at Campsite #9
Peaceful.
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