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Elijah Run Boat Launch and Shoreline Trail
The fishing pier is temporarily closed for repairs.
Elijah Run Boat Launch and Shoreline Trail are on the west bank of the Allegheny Reservoir (Kinzua Arm), located on the Longhouse National Scenic Byway. This large launch is a popular location for water skiing.
There is also a short, hardened path to a fishing pier.
This area is also designated as a restroom stop on the ASL (Allegheny Snowmobile Loop).
At a Glance
| Operational Hours: | Open all year. There is no winter maintenance. |
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| Area Amenities: | Accessible, Boat ramp, Fee charged for some activities, Toilets, Parking |
| Fees: | Fees:
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| Open Season: | January - December |
| Usage: | Light |
| Restrictions: | 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 on-line or at any office of the Allegheny National Forest. Please take time to read and understand them. General Topic orders apply across the Forest. Applicable Orders for this Site:
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| Closest Towns: | Warren, PA |
| Water: | None |
| Restroom: | Vault |
| Operated By: | Allegheny Site Management Phone: 814-363-9090 Email: ecpalleghenysite@gmail.com |
| Information Center: | Bradford Ranger District Address: 29 Forest Service Dr., Bradford, PA 16701 Phone: 814-362-4613 Email: sm.fs.anf@usda.gov |
General Information
Directions:From downtown Warren
- Travel south on Route 6/Crescent Park Drive for 2 miles.
- Turn left/east onto Route 59.
- Travel east on Route 59 for 9.8 miles.
- Turn right onto Longhouse National Scenic Byway
- Travel on Longhouse National Scenic Byway for 4.4 miles.
- Turn left to enter the site.
Activities
Lake and Pond Fishing
There is a short, hardened path to the fishing pier. The asphalt trail follows the edge of the reservoir for approximately 1/3 mile. Benches are found at regular intervals along this trail leading to an accessible fishing pier.
For information on fishing regulations and season visit the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission website.
| Fish Species | Fish species found in the Reservoir include smallmouth bass, muskellunge, walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, channel catfish and some brown trout. |
| Fishing Platform | Yes |
| Accessible Platform | Yes |
Ice Fishing
The Allegheny reservoir is a popular ice fishing area during winter months. No motorized vehicles are allowed on the reservoir ice during the winter. See Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission for seasons, regulations and safety tips.
Day Hiking
There is a short, hardened path to the fishing pier. The asphalt trail follows the edge of the reservoir for approximately 1/3 mile. Benches are found at regular intervals along this trail leading to an accessible fishing pier.
| Fire Information | Campfires are permitted if maintained in a fire ring, and completely extinguished. |
Viewing Wildlife
Good wildlife viewing opportunities along the shoreline.
For information on species common to Pennsylvania, and the Allegheny National Forest visit the Pennsylvania Game Commission website for game and nongame species information.
When you see wildlife, please remember:
- never feed wildlife
- don't interfere with mating, predation or other natural behaviors.
- keep a respectful distance
- preserve habitat by following "leave no trace" principles.
- leave young wildlife where you find them.
If you think you've found a sick or injured animal please call the Pennsylvania Game Commission.
| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate |
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Boating - Motorized
Elijah Run has a 4-lane boat launch with a 130-foot courtesy dock (load and unload only) and parking for 155 vehicles with trailer spaces; it is a popular location for water skiing. One launch lane is available to 1,295 feet msl reservoir water level elevation.
Information you should know before boating on the Allegheny Reservoir:
- No horsepower limit for motorized boats
- 12,080 surface acres at summer pool
- average width is 3/8 of a mile
- length is about 29 miles
- average depth is 48 feet
- 8 boat launches (including the marina).
Rules for use of the reservoir come from 3 different jurisdictions; the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Seneca Nation of Indians and New York State. There are reciprocal boating agreements. Rules may very according to which portion of the reservoir you boat in.
To find out water depth and temperature visit the USGS water data website.
Motorized boats are limited to slow, no wake speed in some areas. Visit the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission website for more information (select Warren from the list of counties).
| Trailer Parking | Yes |
| Launch Ramps | Launch dock available during summer season |
| Type of Craft | Any size |
| Fuel availability | No |
| Marina/Mooring | No |
Boating - Non-Motorized
Elijah Run has a 4-lane boat launch with a 130-foot courtesy dock (load and unload only) and parking for 155 vehicles with trailer spaces; it is a popular location for water skiing. One launch lane is available to 1,295 feet msl reservoir water level elevation.
Information you should know:
- No horsepower limit for motorized boats
- 12,080 surface acres at summer pool
- average width is 3/8 of a mile
- length is about 29 miles
- average depth is 48 feet
- 8 boat launches (including the marina).
Rules for use of the reservoir come from 3 different jurisdictions; the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Seneca Nation of Indians and New York State. There are reciprocal boating agreements. Rules may very according to which portion of the reservoir you boat in.
To find out water depth and temperature visit the USGS water data website.
Motorized boats are limited to slow, no wake speed in some areas. Visit the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission website for more information (select Warren from the list of counties).
| Launch Ramps | Launch dock available during summer season |
| Trailer Parking | Yes |
| Size Restrictions | None |
| Type of Craft | Any size |
| Fuel availability | No |
| Marina/Mooring | No |
Swimming
On either side of the launch, depending on water level, is shoreline where visitors can access the reservoir to swim.
To find out water depth and temperature visit the USGS water data website.
Tubing
Elijah Run has a 4-lane boat launch with a 130-foot courtesy dock (load and unload only) and parking for 155 vehicles with trailer spaces; it is a popular location for water skiing. One launch lane is available to 1,295 feet msl reservoir water level elevation.
Information you should know:
- No horsepower limit for motorized boats
- 12,080 surface acres at summer pool
- average width is 3/8 of a mile
- length is about 29 miles
- average depth is 48 feet
- 8 boat launches (including the marina).
Rules for use of the reservoir come from 3 different jurisdictions; the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Seneca Nation of Indians and New York State. There are reciprocal boating agreements. Rules may very according to which portion of the reservoir you boat in.
To find out water depth and temperature visit the USGS water data website.
Motorized boats are limited to slow, no wake speed in some areas. Visit the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission website for more information (select Warren from the list of counties).
Waterskiing
Elijah Run has a 4-lane boat launch with a 130-foot courtesy dock (load and unload only) and parking for 155 vehicles with trailer spaces; it is a popular location for water skiing. One launch lane is available to 1,295 feet msl reservoir water level elevation.
Information you should know:
- No horsepower limit for motorized boats
- 12,080 surface acres at summer pool
- average width is 3/8 of a mile
- length is about 29 miles
- average depth is 48 feet
- 8 boat launches (including the marina).
Rules for use of the reservoir come from 3 different jurisdictions; the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Seneca Nation of Indians and New York State. There are reciprocal boating agreements. Rules may very according to which portion of the reservoir you boat in.
To find out water depth and temperature visit the USGS water data website.
Motorized boats are limited to slow, no wake speed in some areas. Visit the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission website for more information (select Warren from the list of counties).
Windsurfing
Elijah Run has a 4-lane boat launch with a 130-foot courtesy dock (load and unload only) and parking for 155 vehicles with trailer spaces; it is a popular location for water skiing. One launch lane is available to 1,295 feet msl reservoir water level elevation.
The reservoir is a "flat" water windsurfing experience. While the reservoir has currents, it has few to no waves, other than boat wake.
Information you should know before waterskiing on the Allegheny Reservoir:
- No horsepower limit for motorized boats
- 12,080 surface acres at summer pool
- average width is 3/8 of a mile
- length is about 29 miles
- average depth is 48 feet
- 8 boat launches (including the marina).
Rules for use of the reservoir come from 3 different jurisdictions; the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Seneca Nation of Indians and New York State. There are reciprocal boating agreements. Rules may very according to which portion of the reservoir you boat in.
To find out water depth and temperature visit the USGS water data website.
Motorized boats are limited to slow, no wake speed in some areas. Visit the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission website for more information (select Warren from the list of counties).
Amenities
| Parking: | 155 vehicles w/ trailer |
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| Toilets: | vault |
| Fee charged for some activities: | day use |
| Accessible: | short trail |
| Boat ramp: | 4-lane boat launch |
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