Handsome Lake Boat Access Campground

Handsome Lake Boat Access Campground

Part of Allegheny National Forest

Overview

Handsome Lake is a first-come, first-served campground only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you use a fee envelope and pay tube 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 **Campers need to bring thier own water.
  • It is recommended that campers pack in thier own water.
  • There are no boat docks at this campground.

Important Notices

    • Handsome Lake has 20 campsites.
    • There is a 5.2 mile hike in utilizing the Tracy Ridge Trail system. Take Johnnycake section, then south on North Country Trail.
    • There is no potable water **Campers will need to bring thier own water.
    • Closest boat launch is Roper Hollow

Contact Information

Phone: N/A

PO Box 2395
Bradford, PA 16701

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