Kelly Pines Campground
Campground · Pennsylvania · 7 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Allegheny National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 7
- Bookable sites
- 40 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 16
- People per site
- 1,468 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Kelly Pines Campground is an equestrian campground located in the hub of the Spring Creek Horse Trail system.Recreation
The recreation area is the hub of the Spring Creek Horse Trail system, with 38 miles of designated, marked trails. Day users are welcome to park in the center of the loop and stage their ride from there. View the Spring Creek Horse Trail map . The campground is also popular when trout season opens in April, and anglers are welcome in the first two non-horse sites.Facilities
The campground has seven campsites: the first two are for non-riders, four sites are single equestrian sites, and the last site is a double equestrian site. Each single site has a 4-horse tie-down shelter with a gravel base, rubber mat, and log rails to separate the horses. The double site has 2 of these tie-down shelters. All sites have a picnic table and fire ring. There is a vault toilet for people and a manure bin to dispose of horse waste, an artesian well, and a designated location along the stream to water horses. A bulletin board provides information and regulations, and a hitching rail allows for quick pit stops.Natural Features
The location is an opening along Wolf Run, a native trout stream, surrounded by native forest including 300+ year old white pine trees.Nearby Attractions
Enjoy the thrill of forest riding. Horse riding is permitted in many areas of the Allegheny National Forest, but in the Spring Creek area, riders must stay on designated trails. During wet conditions, riders can ride Forest roads, but no cross-country riding is allowed. The Spring Creek Horse Trail is a major nearby attraction with over 38 miles of trail, some of which is also on State Game Lands.Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (814) 363-9090.Charges & Cancellations
Cancellations and changes must be made through Recreation.gov
The facts
- Season: 3/31 – 12/16 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 7 bookable sites
- 9 sites in total, including non-bookable
- Vehicles up to 40 ft
- Up to 16 people per site
- Loops: KELLY PINES CAMPGROUND, S&P
Site types
- 5 Equestrian Nonelectric
- 2 Management
- 2 Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits.
9 campsites at Kelly Pines Campground
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Grade | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | KELLY PINES CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | 20 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 002 | KELLY PINES CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | 20 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 003 | KELLY PINES CAMPGROUND | Equestrian Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 004 | KELLY PINES CAMPGROUND | Equestrian Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | 40 ft | 16 | 🐾 |
| 005 | KELLY PINES CAMPGROUND | Equestrian Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 006 | KELLY PINES CAMPGROUND | Equestrian Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 007 | KELLY PINES CAMPGROUND | Equestrian Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| Double Equestrian Nonelectric | S&P | Management | Back In | — | — | — | 16 | 🐾 |
| S&P Standard Nonelectric/Equestrian | S&P | Management | Back In | — | — | — | 0 |
Getting there
From Marienville, take FS 130 to FR 131 N in Lamonville (turn left at the 4-way intersection). From Kane or Ridgeway, take State Route 66 to FR 124 (Duhring Road) at Pigeon. Take FR 131 to the right where the road Y's just before crossing Spring Creek. Follow FR 131 to Kelly Pines. Note that vehicles above 40 ft. in length are encouraged to view the location prior to making reservations. There is a sharp turn and bridge to cross that longer vehicles can have difficulty maneuvering.
41.48542, -79.00908 · 41°29'7.5"N 79°0'32.7"W
Typical weather
Typically 80°F in Jul, down to 31°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 31 | 35 | 44 | 59 | 69 | 76 | 80 | 79 | 72 | 60 | 48 | 37 |
| Low °F | 13 | 14 | 21 | 31 | 42 | 52 | 55 | 54 | 47 | 37 | 28 | 20 |
| Precip in | 3.4 | 2.7 | 3.4 | 4.1 | 4.1 | 4.9 | 4.8 | 4.1 | 4.2 | 3.7 | 3.6 | 3.6 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 14 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Kelly Pines Campground
- Can you reserve a site at Kelly Pines Campground?
- Yes, Kelly Pines Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Kelly Pines Campground have?
- 9 sites in total, of which 7 can be booked.
- What is the maximum RV length at Kelly Pines Campground?
- 40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Kelly Pines Campground?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Kelly Pines Campground.
- Are campfires allowed at Kelly Pines Campground?
- Campfires are allowed at Kelly Pines Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Kelly Pines Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Kelly Pines Campground's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- Campsites fees range from $15-25
Restrictions:
- Kelley Pines Campground
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Contact
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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