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.
Flood Watch issued September 21 at 1:31AM EDT until September 21 at 12:00PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of east central Ohio, including the following areas, Belmont, Carroll, Columbiana, Coshocton, Guernsey, Harrison, Jefferson OH, Monroe, Muskingum, Noble and Tuscarawas, Pennsylvania, including the following areas, Allegheny, Beaver, Fayette, Greene, Higher Elevations of Fayette, Higher Elevations of Westmoreland, Washington and Westmoreland, and West Virginia, including the following areas, Brooke, Eastern Preston, Eastern Tucker, Hancock, Marion, Marshall, Monongalia, Ohio, Preston, Ridges of Eastern Monongalia and Northwestern Preston, Western Tucker and Wetzel. * WHEN...Until noon EDT today. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Additional rainfall of 1 to 2 inches is forecast across much of the watch area through Monday morning, with isolated totals of up to 3 inches possible. Combined with an already saturated ground, instances of flash flooding are possible. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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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