Hearts Content Recreation Site

Hearts Content Recreation Area offers a tranquil camping experience within Pennsylvania's Allegheny National Forest, where towering old-growth forests and serene wilderness create an unparalleled retreat. Ideal for campers seeking solitude, this semi-primitive campground features 26 well-maintained sites, each equipped with a picnic table, fire ring, and tent pad or RV spur. The dense tree canopy ensures privacy, while amenities like clean vault toilets, pressurized water, and two unique lean-to shelters enhance comfort.

Located 15 miles southwest of Warren, PA, the campground's highlights include its proximity to the 300-to-400-year-old white pine and hemlock stands of the Hearts Content Scenic Area, a registered National Natural Landmark. Adventurous visitors can explore the Hickory Creek Wilderness via a challenging 12-mile hiking trail, wander the Interpretive Old Growth Trail, or enjoy wintertime cross-country skiing on nearby trails. Families, groups, and nature enthusiasts alike will appreciate the playground, open fields, and self-guided orienteering courses. For those looking to fully immerse in the natural and historical essence of the region, Hearts Content Recreation Area exceeds expectations as a peaceful and scenic escape.