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Pine Grove Boat Access Campground

Federal campground in Allegheny National Forest

Location: Bradford, PA, PA

Price: From $12 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

Pine Grove campground is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) with a fee envelope and pay tube, or by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/pine-grove-boat-access-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Affordable first-come, first-served camping with basic amenities and amazing lake views. Historical site features abandoned early 1900s industrial equipment.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear present in area; also Bald Eagle, White-tailed Deer, and Wood Turtle documented nearby.

Insider tips for Pine Grove Boat Access Campground: First-come, first-served only—arrive early to secure the single tent site Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival for Scan and Pay payment option Explore the abandoned stationary engine and oil well pump from the early 1900s located 200 yards uphill

Skip Pine Grove Boat Access Campground if: You need hookups—no hookups available. You require guaranteed water access—conflicting reports indicate well may be capped. You prefer developed campgrounds with level sites—described as least developed with minimal level ground.

Best time to visit Pine Grove Boat Access Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: Hopewell Boat Access Campground (Bradford, PA), Dewdrop (BRADFORD, PA), Handsome Lake Boat Access Campground (Bradford, PA), Morrison Boat Access Campground (Lewis Run, PA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Pine Grove Boat Access Campground

Cell signal at Pine Grove Boat Access 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 (0 reviews)From $12/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Pine Grove campground is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) with a fee envelope and pay tube, or by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

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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
    HookupsNo hookups.
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsDrinking Water
    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 hookups—no hookups available✕ You require guaranteed water access—conflicting reports indicate well may be capped✕ You prefer developed campgrounds with level sites—described as least developed with minimal level ground

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    First-come, first-served only

    arrive early to secure the single tent site

    Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival for Scan and Pay payment option

    Explore the abandoned stationary engine and oil well pump from the early 1900s located 200 yards uphill

    Best: May-October

    Campground operates seasonally during these months only

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

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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 present in area; also Bald Eagle, White-tailed Deer, and Wood Turtle documented nearby.

    Location

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    N/A· Allegheny National Forest
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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 Pine Grove Boat Access Campground cost per night?+
    Pine Grove Boat Access Campground costs $12 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
    What season is Pine Grove Boat Access Campground open?+
    Pine Grove Boat Access Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Pine Grove Boat Access Campground have hookups?+
    No hookups.
    What is the maximum RV length at Pine Grove Boat Access Campground?+
    Pine Grove Boat Access Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
    How do I make reservations at Pine Grove Boat Access Campground?+
    Pine Grove Boat Access 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 Pine Grove Boat Access Campground?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Pine Grove Boat Access Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Pine Grove Boat Access Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
    Pine Grove Boat Access Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    $12 /night★ 4 (0)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Hopewell Boat Access Campground

    Bradford, PA

    From $12/night

    Dewdrop

    BRADFORD, PA

    From $20/night

    Handsome Lake Boat Access Campground

    Bradford, PA

    From $12/night

    Morrison Boat Access Campground

    Lewis Run, PA

    From $12/night

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