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.
Location
Morrison Campground is located in Pennsylvania
Coordinates
41.821944 N
78.927778 W
Access
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
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- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
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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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.
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.
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Nice getaway!
Quite popular in the summer. The sites were pretty spread apart and I didn’t see any other camera from my site.
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.
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.
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.
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.