Stuff to see and do near Camp Turner!

Dropping off or picking up campers? Group renting camp for the weekend? Rainy day in the park? Use this guide to plan an adventure during or after your visit to Camp Turner.
  •   Footprint Press   - Outdoor recreation guidebooks for Western NY and the Finger Lakes

  •   Explore Allegany State Park
    • Hiking, Fishing, Swimming, Picnics!!!, Bike & Boat Rentals, X-Country Ski rentals and trails.

  •   Explore the Enchanted Mountains!

  •   Visiting the Allegheny National Forest is a MUST!!!
    • Be sure to stop at---Rimrock Overlook: A series of wooden steps and staircases lead to a viewing area atop a large rock face overlooking the arm of the Allegheny Reservoir above the Kinzua Dam. A stairwell hewn through the rock face takes the mildly adventuresome to the bottom of the rock face for further exploring. This area is spectacular for fall foliage viewing.

      Directions to Rimrock:   At Quaker Lake, before entering Allegany State Park take Route 280 South. (Note: At PA State Line road changes to PA Route 346.) Turn RIGHT onto PA Route 321. Turn RIGHT onto PA Route 59. Watch for Allegheny National Forest Rimrock Recreation Area sign. Turn LEFT into Rimrock Rec Area. Travel down winding road to parking area. Steps to overlook at end of parking area.



    Places to Eat
    • The New Willows, 2669 W Washington St, Bradford, PA 16701, (814) 368-7567
    • Beefeaters   27 Congress St, Bradford, PA 16701, (814) 362-9717
    • Hide-A-Way Restaurant, 2597 Route 394, Steamburg, NY 14783, (716) 354-6995
    • Onoville Marina   (Go for ice cream near the water or go for dinner at the Nic-L-Inn (follow signs).)
    • Langworthy's Diner, Langworthy's Diner, Rte. 417, Kill Buck, NY 14748, (716) 945-9864
    • Ho-Sta-Geh, Rock City Road, Olean, New York, (716) 372-0123
    • Spragues Maple Farms & Restaurant, 1048 RT 305, Portville, NY 14770, 1-800-446-2753



    Day Trips and Fun Stuff We Recommend
    • Local Drive-Ins
      • Jamestown, NY
      • Kane, PA
      • Delevan, NY
      • Portville, NY
    • Tall Oaks   Visit during the Annual Autumn Fest - Weekends in September and October!
    • Cook Forest State Park   PA State Park famous for stands of old growth forest.



    There's tons more to do and see in the area but we've tested out everything we've included on this page...hope you have a fun adventure! You can also ask us for the "Camp Turner Information" binder while you're here for more info and maps!

    We also plan on checking out the Mystic Water Miniature Golf & Resort in Limestone, NY; the Zippo Case Visitors Center in Bradford, PA; and Tidioute Overlook in the Allegheny National Forest.

    Miss Sheryl, Mr John, and Krackers the campdog

    Last updated December 4, 2007.