Outflow Camping
Open seasonally from early April through early October. Reservations are available via Recreation.gov. Holiday weekends require full Friday through Sunday booking.
Flood Watch issued July 21 at 1:36PM EDT until July 21 at 11:00PM 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, Guernsey, Harrison, Jefferson OH, Monroe and Noble, Pennsylvania, including the following areas, Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Fayette, Greene, Higher Elevations of Fayette, Higher Elevations of Indiana, Higher Elevations of Westmoreland, Indiana, 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 11 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Training thunderstorms today could create swaths of heavy rainfall; areas could experience rainfall totals between 2-4 inches. Note, additional counties could be added to the Flood Watch today. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Outflow Camping is a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers campground located at the outflow of Youghiogheny River Lake, where the dam releases cold water into the river below. The campground sits in the Laurel Highlands region of Fayette County, Pennsylvania, near the small town of Confluence. Its proximity to the Great Allegheny Passage trail makes it popular with cyclists riding between Pittsburgh and Cumberland, Maryland. The campground offers 63 sites across several categories: standard electric and non-electric sites for RVs and trailers, tent-only sites, walk-to group camping areas, and dedicated hiker-biker spots with hammock stations. Facilities include flush toilets, hot showers, potable water, and a dump station. An amphitheater and children's playground add to the family-friendly amenities. The outflow area below the dam is renowned for trout fishing and is stocked by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission from April through September. Youghiogheny River Lake itself offers 16 miles of water for powerboating and water skiing. Nearby Ohiopyle State Park provides whitewater rafting and kayaking on the lower Youghiogheny River.
Directions
From points north via Route 281 South: continue south through Confluence and over the Casselman and Youghiogheny Rivers, then make an immediate left into the campground. From Route 40 via Route 281 North: continue north 7 miles past the Youghiogheny River Lake entrance, then turn right into the campground. From Route 40 via Route 523 North: continue north 7 miles to Confluence, turn left onto Route 281 South, cross the rivers, and turn left into the campground.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $25 - $65 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 64ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 64ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| youghiogheny@usace.army.mil | |
| Phone | +1 (814) 395-3242 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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