Minister Creek Campground
The Allegheny's smallest campground with six family campsites sits along the babbling waters of Minister Creek.
The Minister Creek Trailhead is situated directly across SR 666 from the campground where the popular 6-mile loop Minister Creek Hiking Trail starts and ends at the trailhead. Minster Creek Hiking Trail connects to the North Country National Scenic Trail at its northern most point.
Active Alerts
Reservations
No reservations are accepted. This campground is a first come, first served site.
General Information
Fire Information: Campfires are permitted as long as fires are maintained in a fire ring and fully extinguished when leaving.
No. of Accessible sites: None
Sleeping Shelter: No
Difficulty Level: Easy
3/31 - 10/31
Quiet hours 10:00 pm to 6:00 am
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 online or at any office of the Allegheny National Forest. Please take time to read and understand them. General Topic orders apply across the Forest.
Overnight Use:
Single Site: $12 per night
Address: 29 Forest Service Dr. Bradford, PA 16701
Phone: 814-362-4613
Hours: Monday to Friday: 8:30 am to 1:00 pm and 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: sm.fs.anf@usda.gov
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 41.62138889
Longitude: -79.15444444
Directions
From Sheffield
- Travel southeast on S. Main St.
- Turn right onto Austin Hill Road.
- Travel on Austin Hill Road for 7.1 miles..
- Turn left onto Minister Road.
- Travel 3.6 miles on Minister Road.
- Minister Road turns into State Route 1001.
- Continue on State Route 1001 for .5 miles.
- Turn right onto PA-666 W.
- The site is located on the right.
Alternative Route from Sheffield
- Follow PA-666 for 12.6 miles.
- The site is located on the right.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is available at this site.
Drinking water is available from a hand pump.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are available at this site.
Recreation Opportunities
Fishing - River/Stream Info
For information on fishing regulations and season visit the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission website.