Tionesta Dam

Located just below Tionesta Dam in northwestern Pennsylvania, this access point provides convenient entry to Tionesta Lake, a scenic 500-acre impoundment winding through the forested hills of the Allegheny National Forest region. The site features two boat ramp areas with large surfaced ramps and ample parking, making it suitable for kayaks, canoes, and motorboats of all sizes. The nearby Tionesta Recreation Area Campground offers shower facilities and restrooms, plus overnight camping options if you want to extend your visit.

Tionesta Lake is well-suited for recreational paddling and fishing, with calm, protected waters ideal for kayakers and canoeists of varying skill levels. The area supports populations of bass, musky, panfish, and trout. If you're planning an overnight trip, the reservable campground at the Recreation Area is just 0.5 mile south on SR 36 from the town of Tionesta. For more information and campground reservations, contact the facility at 814-755-3512.

Overview
Half of Forest County, where Tionesta Lake is located, is preserved as public lands. The region is known as one of Pennsylvania's best big game regions and is home to a remarkable variety of wildlife.

Campers come to the Tionesta Recreation Area Campground to enjoy the forested area just below the Tionesta Dam. The area is ideal for fishing as well as scenic hiking.

Tionesta is a...

Overview
Half of Forest County, where Tionesta Lake is located, is preserved as public lands. The region is known as one of Pennsylvania's best big game regions and is home to a remarkable variety of wildlife.

Campers come to the Tionesta Recreation Area Campground to enjoy the forested area just below the Tionesta Dam. The area is ideal for fishing as well as scenic hiking.

Tionesta is a culturally rich region with a long history. The Seneca Indian tribe named this area "where the water separates the land." Nearly a century ago, narrow gauge railways dotted the surrounding countryside, hauling out virgin timber from the hillsides.Recreation
In-season hunting, fishing, boating, hiking and water skiing, are all available from Tionesta.
Visitors interested in wildlife viewing are likely to spot white-tailed deer, porcupine, wild turkey, osprey and opossum.

Outside the campground entrance is a beach area for swimming and picnicking along Tionesta Creek. No lifeguards are on duty. Facilities
A boat ramp and marina are near-by for easy access to water sports. Shower houses and restrooms are located throughout the campground for easy access.Natural Features
Tionesta Lake winds its way through the rugged hills of northwestern Pennsylvania. Surrounding public areas include the Allegheny National Forest, Cooks Forest State Park, Cornplanter and Clear Creek State Forests, the state fish hatchery and state game lands.
Nearby Attractions
Tionesta Creek Road, which winds through the Tionesta Creek valley upstream of the dam, is an excellent scenic drive with spectacular views.
The nearby Allegheny National Forest also makes a great day trip.

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