Kelly Pines Campground

Federal campground in Allegheny National Forest

Location: Bradford, PA, PA

Price: From $15 per night

Price range: $15–$30 per night

Rating: 4.1 out of 5 (8 reviews)

Season: May through October

Kelly Pines Campground is an equestrian campground located in the hub of the Spring Creek Horse Trail system.The campground has seven campsites: the first two are for non-riders, four sites are single equestrian sites, and the last site is a double equestrian site. Each single site has a 4-horse tie-down shelter with a gravel base, rubber mat, and log rails to separate the horses. The double site has 2 of these tie-down shelters.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets

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

Kelly Pines is the hub of the Spring Creek Horse Trail system with 38 miles of designated, marked trails. Popular with both equestrian enthusiasts and trout anglers, with campers reporting beautiful, very hilly trails and a well-maintained park.

Wildlife alert: Rattlesnake habitat — campers report this is a rattlesnake area. Also verified: white-tailed deer, cedar waxwing, red-eyed vireo, eastern phoebe, dark-eyed junco, mountain earthsnake, smooth greensnake, and common garter snake.

Insider tips for Kelly Pines Campground: Book early — this is a popular federal campground Only 7 sites total; equestrian users have priority at most sites Day-use parking available in center of loop for trail staging if sites full Bring a snake bite kit due to remote location and rattlesnake habitat

Skip Kelly Pines Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs. You have a dog — rattlesnake habitat makes this unsafe for pets. You need year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only.

Best time to visit Kelly Pines Campground: April — Trout season opens; anglers welcome in first two non-horse sites. May-October — Official operating season for campground.

Nearby campgrounds: Loleta Recreation (Bradford, PA), Minister Creek Campground And Trailhead (Sheffield, PA), Kellettville Recreation Area (Pa) (Tionesta, PA), Twin Lakes (Pa) (Marienville , PA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Kelly Pines Campground

Cell signal at Kelly Pines Campground (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★ 4.1 (8 reviews)From $15/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Kelly Pines Campground is an equestrian campground located in the hub of the Spring Creek Horse Trail system.The campground has seven campsites: the first two are for non-riders, four sites are single equestrian sites, and the last site is a double equestrian site. Each single site has a 4-horse tie-down shelter with a gravel base, rubber mat, and log rails to separate the horses. The double site has 2 of these tie-down shelters.

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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 RV40 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

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, only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You have a dog — rattlesnake habitat makes this unsafe for pets✕ You need year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground

Only 7 sites total; equestrian users have priority at most sites

Day-use parking available in center of loop for trail staging if sites full

Bring a snake bite kit due to remote location and rattlesnake habitat

Best: April

Trout season opens; anglers welcome in first two non-horse sites

Best: May-October

Official operating season for campground

Things to do nearby

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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: Rattlesnake habitat — campers report this is a rattlesnake area. Also verified: white-tailed deer, cedar waxwing, red-eyed vireo, eastern phoebe, dark-eyed junco, mountain earthsnake, smooth greensnake, and common garter snake.

Location

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814-368-4158 FOR ALLEGHENY SITE MANAGEMENT· Allegheny National Forest
Getting there →

From Marienville, take FS 130 to FR 131 N in Lamonville (turn left at the 4-way intersection). From Kane or Ridgeway, take State Route 66 to FR 124 (Duhring Road) at Pigeon. Take FR 131 to the right where the road Y's just before crossing Spring Creek. Follow FR 131 to Kelly Pines. Note that vehicles above 40 ft. in length are encouraged to view the location prior to making reservations. There is a sharp turn and bridge to cross that longer vehicles can have difficulty maneuvering.

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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

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How much does Kelly Pines Campground cost per night?+
Kelly Pines Campground costs $15–$30 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Kelly Pines Campground open?+
Kelly Pines Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Kelly Pines Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Kelly Pines Campground?+
Kelly Pines Campground can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
How do I make reservations at Kelly Pines Campground?+
Kelly Pines Campground 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 Kelly Pines Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Kelly Pines Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Kelly Pines Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Kelly Pines Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$15 /night★ 4.1 (8)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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