While Labor Day signals the "unofficial" end to summer, the Allegheny National Forest does still offer many opportunities for enjoying the beautiful autumn season in northwest Pennsylvania.

The scenic Kinzua Beach facility will remain open until Sept. 30 this year. According to Bradford District Ranger Tony Scardina, "Kinzua Beach offers an excellent opportunity for visitors local residents to spend a day enjoying the fall season in the Allegheny National Forest." Scardina also reminds everyone that there is no longer a fee to use the beach.

Boat docks located at Webbs Ferry, Willow Bay, Kiasutha and Elijah Run will remain in until October 19, water levels permitting. Most ATV trails will close for the season effective Sept. 28. However, the Timberline trail and the ATV loop of the Marienville trail will remain open on Sundays in the month of October, with the exception of October 4, which the running of the fall Tour de Forest ride.

The Kinzua Point Information Center and the temporary outlet the Foote Rest Campground in Lants Corners have closed for the season. The Marienville Ranger District will continue to be open 7 days a week until Oct. 11 and will also have Sunday hours on Oct. 18 and 25 to accommodate ATV riders taking advantage of the extended season on the trails.

Both the Dewdrop and Kiasutha campgrounds are now closed for the season. However, several developed campgrounds will remain open through hunting season. For additional information on closing dates for specific camping areas or other forest facilities, contact the supervisor's office at 814-723-5150 or the Marienville Ranger District at 814-927-5700, or visit www.fs.fed.us/r9/forests/allegheny/.