Dewdrop

Allegheny National Forest — lakeside, fishing

Location: BRADFORD, PA, PA

Price: From $20 per night

Price range: $20–$40 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (176 reviews)

Season: May through October

Dewdrop Campground sits on the Kinzua Arm of the Allegheny Reservoir in northwest Pennsylvania, offering a popular getaway for boaters and families. 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.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Dump Station, Fishing, Boat Launch, Firewood for Sale

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/dewdrop to be notified when sites open up.

Dewdrop sits on the Kinzua Arm of the Allegheny Reservoir with excellent water access, a boat launch, and well-maintained sites. Campers consistently praise the friendly staff, beautiful setting, and good spacing between sites (4.6/5 from 137 Google reviews).

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Coyote, Bald Eagle, Ruffed Grouse, and Turkey Vulture documented in the area. Wood Turtle and Smooth Greensnake also present.

Insider tips for Dewdrop: Book early — this is a popular federal campground Water-view sites available near the lake for swimming 2.5-mile trail loops around the campground for exploration Firewood available for purchase on-site

Skip Dewdrop if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites; suitable for self-contained RVs only. You need year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October.

Best time to visit Dewdrop: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Morrison Boat Access Campground (Lewis Run, PA), Pine Grove Boat Access Campground (Bradford, PA), Kiasutha (Bradford, PA), Red Bridge (Pa) (BRADFORD, PA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Dewdrop

Cell signal at Dewdrop (BRADFORD, PA): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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BRADFORD, PA, PA★ 4.3 (176 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Dewdrop Campground sits on the Kinzua Arm of the Allegheny Reservoir in northwest Pennsylvania, offering a popular getaway for boaters and families. 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.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV50 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites10 sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterBoat Launch
Recreation
Picnic TablesDump StationFirewood for Sale
Family & Pets
Flush ToiletsFishing

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites; suitable for self-contained RVs only✕ You need year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground

Water-view sites available near the lake for swimming

2.5-mile trail loops around the campground for exploration

Firewood available for purchase on-site

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: American Black Bear, Coyote, Bald Eagle, Ruffed Grouse, and Turkey Vulture documented in the area. Wood Turtle and Smooth Greensnake also present.

Location

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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.

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Allegheny National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Allegheny National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Dewdrop cost per night?+
Dewdrop costs $20–$40 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Dewdrop open?+
Dewdrop is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Dewdrop have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Dewdrop?+
Dewdrop can accommodate RVs up to 50 feet.
How do I make reservations at Dewdrop?+
Dewdrop is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Dewdrop?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Dewdrop is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Dewdrop open, and what are check-in times?+
Dewdrop is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$20 /night★ 4.3 (176)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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