Tuttle Point Campground, located within Pymatuning State Park in Pennsylvania, is set to welcome campers starting April 12, according to a The Meadville Tribune report.
This announcement comes directly from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), which announced the start of accepting reservations for the upcoming camping season through its official website.
Pymatuning State Park, which encompasses 16,892 acres, is one of the most expansive state parks in Pennsylvania. The park is home to the Pymatuning Reservoir, the largest lake in the state, covering 17,088 acres. This park showcases a myriad of recreational activities, including boating, fishing, swimming, and camping.
The campground’s revival introduces a redesigned layout with 112 campsites arranged over two loops. The season extends until October 26, which is the last day to make reservations for any of the three campgrounds within Pymatuning State Park, including Tuttle Point.
Tuttle Point Campground had been closed since the end of the 2009 camping season. Prior to its closure, Tuttle Point Campground featured 201 campsites distributed across three loops.
Additionally, a smaller restroom has been built to serve the beach area at Tuttle Point, improving the overall visitor experience. The decision to revitalize Tuttle Point Campground was made in the summer of 2022, with the state allocating an $8 million budget for the project.
Camping reservations for the 2024 season had already been opened for Pymatuning’s other two campgrounds, Jamestown and Linesville, before the announcement regarding Tuttle Point.
As the 2024 camping season approaches, the reopening of Tuttle Point Campground is poised to attract both new and returning visitors to Pymatuning State Park with its improved facilities and amenities.
The park is equipped with a variety of facilities managed by the state, along with contributions from the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, which runs a fish hatchery and visitor center.
Among the top activities to enjoy at Pymatuning are eagle watching at Wilson Launch, shoreline fishing for walleye or crappie, and embarking on kayak or canoe adventures on the Shenango River.
For those looking to extend their stay, options include camping at Jamestown or Linesville campgrounds, exploring the Linesville Fish Hatchery, enjoying sunsets from the Spillway Trail, or relaxing in a modern cabin.
