Laurel Ridge State Park
Open year-round. Peak season runs April 1 through October 31. Reservations are mandatory and can be made up to 11 months in advance with a minimum 3-day advance notice required.
Wind Advisory issued October 11 at 2:16AM EDT until October 11 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
* WHAT...East winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. * WHERE...Fayette, Higher Elevations of Fayette, Higher Elevations of Westmoreland, Higher Elevations of Indiana, and Westmoreland Counties. * WHEN...Until 2 PM EDT this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
About
Spanning 13,625 acres along Laurel Mountain in southwestern Pennsylvania, Laurel Ridge State Park centers on the 70-mile Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail. This linear park stretches from the Youghiogheny River at Ohiopyle to the Conemaugh Gorge near Johnstown, crossing Cambria, Fayette, Somerset, and Westmoreland counties. Eight designated shelter areas are positioned approximately every 6-10 miles along the trail. Each area features five Adirondack-type shelters with fireplaces, two vault toilets, and space for 25 tents. Shelters accommodate up to five campers each, with backpacking groups limited to three shelters per overnight stop. Overnight stays are restricted to one night at each shelter area. This is a backcountry experience with no potable water, showers, or hookups at the shelter areas. Hikers must carry all gear and supplies. Fires are permitted only in shelter fireplaces, camp stoves, or designated locations. Cell service is unreliable throughout the park.
Directions
The park stretches 70 miles along Laurel Mountain with multiple trailhead access points. Main park office is at 1117 Jim Mountain Road, Rockwood, PA 15557. Contact the park at 724-455-3744 for specific trailhead directions.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $54 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| laurelridgesp@pa.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (724) 455-3744 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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