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Hopewell Boat Access Campground
This small rustic campground is located on the east bank of the Allegheny Reservoir just north of Sugar Bay. It is accessible by boat (Allegheny Reservoir) or hiking trail (North Country National Scenic Trail with connections to the Tracy Ridge Trail System).
The closest boat launch is Roper Hollow directly across the reservoir on the west bank and Kinzua Wolf Run Marina approximately 5 miles south near State Route 59 at the Morrison Bridge.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Open 05/01 - 10/31 |
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| Operational Hours: | Quiet hours 10:00 pm to 6:00 am |
| Reservations: | No reservations are accepted. First come, first served sites only. |
| Area Amenities: | Tent camping, Toilets |
| Fees: | Fees:
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| Open Season: | May 1 - October 31 |
| 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 |
| 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:This site is located on the west bank of the Allegheny Reservoir, just north of Sugar Bay. It can be accessed by boat from Webbs Ferry, Willow Bay or Kinzua Wolf Run Marina
From downtown Warren to Webbs Ferry Boat Launch
- Travel north on Market St. to 2nd Ave.
- Turn right onto W. 5th Ave.
- Travel on W. 5th Ave. for 3.3 miles
- W. 5th Ave. becomes Scandia Road
- Travel on Scandia Road for 4.9 miles.
- Scandia Road becomes Warren-Olean Road.
- Travel on Warren-Olean Road for 5 miles.
- Where Warren-Olean Road veers to the left, take the Forest Service Road to the right.
From Bradford to Willow Bay Recreation Area
- Travel on E. Washington St./Route 346 for 15.3 miles.
- Turn left onto Aspen Loop to enter the site.
From downtown Warren to Kinzua Wolf Run Marina
- Travel south on Route 6/Crescent Park Drive for 2 miles.
- Turn left/east onto Route 59.
- Travel east on Route 59 for 10.6 miles.
- The site is located on the left.
General Notes:
North Country National Scenic Trail
Walk among rocks and waterfalls, Allegheny hardwoods and stands of Mountain Laurel! Explore the 96.3 miles of North Country National Scenic Trail (NCNST) that meanders through the historic lands of the Iroquois, the Allegheny Plateau, some of the most valuable Black Cherry and Oak in the world, landscapes rich in history, wildlife, and natural beauty.
Tracy Ridge Hiking Trail System
A 33-mile interconnecting trail system. There are multiple access points to the trail.
Activities
Campground Camping
This campground is sometimes difficult to get to when there is ice on the reservoir. During the off-season (winter) you should bring your own water. These sites are only accessible by boat or hiking in.
Sites are on, or within view of, the reservoir.
Amenities include:
- vault toilets
| No. of Sites | 20 |
| Fire Information | Campfires are permitted as long as fires are maintained in a fire ring and fully extinguished when leaving. |
| Difficulty Level: | Difficult |
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Lake and Pond Fishing
Visitors can fish from the shoreline or from a boat on the reservoir.
For information on fishing regulations and season visit the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission website.
| Fish Species | smallmouth bass, muskellunge, walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, channel catfish and some brown trout |
| Water Temperature | To find out water depth and temperature visit the USGS water data website. |
| Difficulty Level: | Difficult |
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Backpacking
General Info:
General NotesTracy Ridge Hiking Trail System
A 33-mile hiking trail system that passes near Hopewell Campground.
General Notes
Tracy Ridge Hiking Trail System
Tracy Ridge Hiking Trail System passes by Handsome Lake boat-to/hike-to camping area. The trail is a 33-mile interconnecting trail system
General Notes
Tracy Ridge Hiking Trail System
A 33-mile hiking trail system that passes near Hopewell Campground.
| Fire Information | Campfires are permitted if maintained in a fire ring, and completely extinguished. |
| Elevation desc | Significant elevation changes. |
| Difficulty Level: | Difficult |
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Viewing Wildlife
Good wildlife viewing opportunities along the shoreline.
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
There are no boat docks or launch available at the campground.
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).
| Marina/Mooring | No |
| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate |
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Boating - Non-Motorized
There are no boat docks or launch available at the campground.
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).
| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate |
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Swimming
Visitors can swim along the shoreline of the reservoir. There is no lifeguard and swimming is done at your own risk.
To find out water depth and temperature visit the USGS water data website.
| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate |
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Tubing
There are no boat docks or launch available at the campground.
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).
| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate |
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Waterskiing
There are no boat docks or launch available at the campground.
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).
| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate |
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Windsurfing
There are no boat docks or launch available at the campground. 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:
- 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).
| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate |
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Amenities
| Tent camping: | hike-to/boat-to only |
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| Toilets: | 2 vault toilets |