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MARILLA RESERVOIR
Marilla Reservoir is located along Rt. 346, in McKean County, Pennsylvania, approximately 12 miles west of the City of
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Marilla Reservoir |
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Bradford. Constructed in 1898, Marilla Reservoir is owned and operated by the Bradford City Water Authority.
Shared use of the watershed for recreational activity provides a pristine
location for fishing, or canoeing. The Marilla Reservoir is available for public fishing under a cooperative program with the Pennsylvania Fish Commission. Periodic trout stocking occurs
to provide year-around fishing enjoyment. Ice fishing is a favorite in this scenic location. New trail construction by the Tuna Valley Trail Association in 2003 will provide a walking loop around the
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Fishing at Marilla Reservoir |
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Reservoir, and the addition of a wooden covered bridge.
Located across from the Marillia Reservoir, is the trailhead to The Indian Pipe Trail. This 7.4-mile
multi-use, non-motorized trail crosses a 4,000-acre tract of Allegheny Northern Hardwood Forest providing a link to the Allegany State Park in New York. Perfect for biking,
or cross-country skiing this trail provides glimpses of a multitude of flora and fauna including the rare Indian Pipe Flower. (Monotropa Uniflora) after which the trail is
named. Also know as "American Iceplant" or "Ghost Flower" it grows to only 3-4 inches in height.
Hunting on the watershed is not only permitted, but is encouraged. Ample populations of deer, turkey, and a variety
of small game inhabit the watershed. The Kinzua Quality Deer Cooperative is providing research information about the local habitat and white tail deer in this region.
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Misty Morning on the Reservoir |
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Be kind to your environment-please remember when hiking, or fishing in this woodland setting to
"Pack it In-Pack it Out". Primary focus of stewardship of this location is maintaining the continuing water
producing capability of the watershed. Secondary focus is management of the watershed's vast hardwood forest and preservation of fish and wildlife habitat. Third, is to allow limited
shared use of the watershed for recreational activity.
Want to Know More?
Bradford Watershed Authority
Kinzua Quality Deer Cooperative
PA Fishing Commission
Tuna Valley Trail Association
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