Hopewell Boat Access Campground
Russell, Pennsylvania · 1,358 ft
Aerial view · USGS / USDA NAIP · Public domain · source
At a glance
3 of 8 facts known · Forest Service data, checked Oct 3, 2026
- Elevation
- 1,358 ft (414 m)1,358 ft414 m
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About
This small rustic campground is located on the east bank of the Allegheny Reservoir just north of Sugar Bay. It is accessible by boat (Allegheny Reservoir) or hiking trail (North Country National Scenic Trail with connections to the Tracy Ridge Trail System).
The closest boat launch is Roper Hollow directly across the reservoir on the west bank and Kinzua Wolf Run Marina approximately 5 miles south near State Route 59 at the Morrison Bridge.
From USDA Forest Service — Recreation Opportunities and USFS INFRA Recreation Sites · · Edit
Cell service
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Cell service at Hopewell Boat Access Campground: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- WedChance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy, 39% chance of rain69°44°
- ThuPartly Sunny, 11% chance of rain68°55°
- FriRain Showers, 99% chance of rain64°30°
- SatChance Rain And Snow Showers then Mostly Sunny, 39% chance of rain46°29°
- SunWidespread Frost then Sunny59°34°
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Location and contact
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