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Established Camping

Morrison Campground

About

National Forest

Allegheny National Forest

Overview

This rustic campground is located on the east bank of the Allegheny Reservoir just east of Elijah Run Boat Launch on Morrison Bay a branch off of Kinzua Bay of the Allegheny Reservoir. It is accessible by boat via the Allegheny Reservoir and/or the Morrison Hiking Trail. The closest boat launch is Elijah Run directly west of the campground (access from the Longhouse National Scenic Byway - Forest Road 262). Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, there are fee envelopes with a pay tube availabe or you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the__Recreation.gov__mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.__ If this option is available, you will need to__first download the free__Recreation.gov__mobile app__https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app\_\_prior to your arrival__as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

Facilities

Vault toilets are available There is no potable water available. ** Campers will need to bring in their own water.

Natural Features

This rustic campground is located on the east bank of the Allegheny Reservoir just east of Elijah Run Boat Launch on Morrison Bay a branch off of Kinzua Bay of the Allegheny Reservoir.

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Location

Morrison Campground is located in Pennsylvania

Detail location of campground

Coordinates

41.821944 N
78.927778 W

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Access

  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Phone Service
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump

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8 Reviews

Ian B.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Aug. 21, 2023

Good hike for my young sons

Been here a few times. Took my oldest so, 7 years old, on his first backpacking trip. It was hard for him but persevered. Camp grounds are well dispersed for privacy. Each with a fire ring and table. Even a vaulted toilet which we discovered on our last trip. It’s kinda hidden, you may have to search for it.

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Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of Morrison Campground by Ian B., August 21, 2023
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Kyle K.
Reviewed Nov. 9, 2021

Great place, too crowded

This is a great place to camp except on holidays and weekends. It can get quite packed. If you want a spot for the weekend in summer show up Thursday. Some of the spots are less than ideal with little shade.

Month of VisitSeptember
Megan B.
Reviewed Jul. 9, 2021

Great Spot

We loved it here. I hiked in with my kids. Easy hike and doable with kids if they are used to hiking. Lots of spaces, but it can get crowded on the weekends. The vault toilets were convenient. It is bear territory so brought a bear cannister, but I didn't hear of anyone having any issues.

Month of VisitNovember
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Reviewed Dec. 22, 2020

Nice getaway!

Quite popular in the summer. The sites were pretty spread apart and I didn’t see any other camera from my site.

  • Review photo of Morrison Campground by Ian B., December 22, 2020
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Reviewed Jul. 16, 2020

Boat or Hike in access only

We have camped at Morrison Campground for the last 5 years. There are approximately 28 primitive sites. While the surrounding area is somewhat remote there can be times when the sites are pretty full with luxury boat campers. If you are looking for peace and quiet stay away in July. Great hiking trails and good fishing. Abundant wildlife including Bears and Bald eagles. Each site has a picnic table and a fire pit with a cooking grate. There are two communal outhouses. Bring plenty of water and bug spray. Depending on the wind direction the stable flies can get pretty bad. $5 a day to park and $12 a day for the site. 4 stars.

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Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Morrison Campground by Mike O., July 16, 2020
  • Review photo of Morrison Campground by Mike O., July 16, 2020
AThe Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Jul. 25, 2019

Very beautiful camps site

Definitely worth the 3 hours hike from nearest car parking. About 32 camp sites First come first serve, $12 fee for each night. The water is ver beautiful to swim specially at night when the moon is bright.

  • Review photo of Morrison Campground by Aladeen  A., July 25, 2019
  • Review photo of Morrison Campground by Aladeen  A., July 25, 2019
  • Review photo of Morrison Campground by Aladeen  A., July 25, 2019
Andrew G.
Reviewed Jun. 13, 2018

A trek to get here, but it's nice!

Getting to the spot is either a challenge or just a bit of a downhill hike. The rimrock side is a challenge and gets muddy and steep at points. The campground itself is nice and kinda spread out. Nice spots at the water and there were a lot of people there when my group arrived. Lots of friendly people and it is a nice spot by the reservoir.

Month of VisitJuly
  • Saw a cercropia moth while there. About 12 inches across
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Reviewed Jun. 6, 2018

nice

I hiked the loop and slept here. It gets buggy at dusk, time to hide inside the tent when the woods start buzzing and humming. beautiful views of the reservoir.