Hearts Content Campground
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Open 24 hours/day
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Coordinates
- 41.6900, -79.2592
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Walk among the 300 to 400-year-old white pines which tower Hearts Content, a 122-acre area containing old-growth forest. In 1977, Hearts Content was designated as a registered National Natural Landmark by the National Park Service. This designation indicates that the site possesses exceptional value as an illustration of the nation's natural heritage and contributes to a better understanding of the environment. In an area which was mostly clear-cut in the 1800s, 20 acres of what is now Hearts Content was owned by Wheeler and Dusenbury Lumber Company from 1897 to 1922. Wheeler and Dusenbury deeded the land to the U.S. Forest Service in 1923. Shortly after, Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) workers constructed the campground, picnic area, and a pavilion in 1936. The 12-mile Hickory Creek trail begins just north of the campground, exploring a designated Wilderness area. Nearby trails for day hikes and cross-country skiing can be found across the road from the Hearts Content campground including Tom's Run Loop, Wheeler Loop, Ironwood Loop, and the Hearts Content Interpretation Trail.
From the USFS.Official page
Is Hearts Content Campground free?
No. Hearts Content Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
How do I get to Hearts Content Campground?
From the Mohawk exit of U.S. Route 6 in Warren Take Main Ave. for <1 mile to the intersection with Pleasant Drive/State Route 3005/337. Turn right onto Pleasant Drive/State Route 3005/337. Travel 10.7 miles on Pleasant Drive/State Route 3005/337. Where Pleasant Drive/State Route 3005/337 turns right continue straight on State Route 2002/Hearts Content Road. Travel on State Route 2002/Hearts Content Road for 3.7 miles. The entrance is located on the left.
Nearby
- HEARTS CONTENT RECREATION AREA0.4 mi
- FARNSWORTH CABIN5.1 mi
- Minister Creek Campground7.2 mi
- Minister Creek Campground and Trailhead7.2 mi
- KELLETTVILLE RECREATION AREA (PA)10.0 mi
- Buckaloons Recreation Area10.3 mi
- BUCKALOONS10.3 mi
- TIONESTA REC. AREA CAMPGROUND17.3 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
