East Branch Campground

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·East Branch Clarion River Lake

Overview

East Branch Campground is located at East Branch Lake in Northeastern Elk County. East Branch Lake offers an excellent freshwater fishery as well as other recreational opportunities from hiking, boating, and picnicking. Campers have access to shopping, restaurants, and other natural resource attractions nearby.

Great Facilities and Amenities

  • Campfire Allowed

    (30 of 31 campsites have Campfire Allowed)

  • Checkin Time

    (Majority of the campsites have 04:00 pm)

  • Checkout Time

    (Majority of the campsites have 03:00 pm)

  • Driveway Entry

    (Majority of the campsites have back in)

  • Max Num Of People

    (Up to 20)

  • Max Num Of Vehicles

    (Up to 2)

  • Pets Allowed

    (28 of 31 campsites have Pets Allowed)

  • Picnic Table

    (1 of 31 campsites have Picnic Table)

  • Playground

    (1 of 31 campsites have Playground)

  • Shade

    (18 of 31 campsites have Shade)

  • Site Access

    (2 of 31 campsites have Site Acceses)

  • Water Hookup

    (1 of 31 campsites have Water Hookup)

Natural Features

Camping - Credits: USACE
East Branch Lake looking East - Credits: USACE
East Branch Lake looking during winter - Credits: Erik Gore
East Branch Dam looking North - Credits: USACE

East Branch Lake is in Northeastern Elk County, Pennsylvania. The lakeshore is lined with Aspen saplings that provide excellent cover for fish. East Branch is known for its clear and exceptional water quality. East Branch is located in High Plateau Section of Pennsylvania. 

Recreation

East Branch Dam looking North - Credits: USACE

East Branch is known for being a high-quality fishery. The predominate fish species at East Branch are small and large mouth bass, lake trout, musky, walleye, and a variety of panfish. The outflow area below the dam is known for its year-round cool to cold waters and is managed as a delayed harvest trout fishing area. The outflow area is a popular destination for canoers and kayakers alike. For a tranquil experience visit our overlook and picnic area located across from the campground. 

Permitted Equipment

  • rv-Up to 40ft

  • tent-N/A

  • trailer-Up to 40ft

Nearby Attractions

Campers and visitors can visit Elk State Park, Bendigo State Park, or the Allegheny National Forest. The nearby cities of St. Marys and Kane offer a good variety of restaurants, microbreweries, wineries, shopping, and other activities.  

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