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 September 20 at 12:00PM EDT until September 21 at 12:00PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is 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...Through Monday morning. * 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
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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