Allegheny National Forest Minister Creek Campground
Minister Creek sits in a secluded valley about 20 miles northeast of Warren, offering 6 primitive sites in dense second-growth forest. Each site has a fire ring and picnic table, with vault toilets and a hand pump well for water. The campground connects directly to the Minister Creek Trail and provides access to the broader ANF trail network. Sites are well-separated and can handle medium-sized RVs, though the narrow forest road requires careful driving.
Access via Forest Road 246 from Route 666 — about 8 miles of winding gravel road through thick forest. The road can be rough after heavy rains but is generally passable for most vehicles. Open May through October, with peak season during hunting season when sites fill up fast.
Deep forest camping with direct trail access
Place Details
| Type | Established Campground |
|---|---|
| Street address | PA 948, Sheffield Township, Pennsylvania Get directions → |
| Nearest town | Warren, PA |
| Miles from pavement | 8.3 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | High-clearance 2WD |
| Access road surface | Gravel |
| Cell service | None |
| Capacity (# of rigs) | 6 rigs |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | $8.00 / night |
| Reservation required | No |
| Stay limit (nights) | 14 nights |
| Best season | May-October |
| Land manager | USFS |
| Permit required | No |
| Amenities | Drinking water, Fire ring, Picnic table, Shade, Toilets |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
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