Outflow Camping
Open seasonally from early April through early October. Reservations are available via Recreation.gov. Holiday weekends require full Friday through Sunday booking.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued June 11 at 4:41PM EDT until June 11 at 5:30PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
SVRPBZ The National Weather Service in Pittsburgh has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Northeastern Fayette County in southwestern Pennsylvania... Southeastern Westmoreland County in southwestern Pennsylvania... Indiana County in west central Pennsylvania... Southern Jefferson PA County in west central Pennsylvania... * Until 530 PM EDT. * At 441 PM EDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line from 7 miles south of Brookville to near Seven Springs, or along a line from 7 miles south of Brookville to 15 miles east of Connellsville, moving east at 30 mph. HAZARD...70 mph wind gusts. SOURCE...Law enforcement reported. IMPACT...Expect considerable tree damage. Damage is likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings. * Locations impacted include... Indiana, Punxsutawney, Homer City, Reynoldsville, Ligonier, Black Lick, Seven Springs, Clymer, Sykesville, New Florence, Big Run, Chevy Chase Heights, Rossiter, Seward, Bolivar, Ernest, Marion Center, Cherry Tree and Plumville. Numerous trees and power lines were reported down with these storms.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued June 11 at 4:34PM EDT until June 11 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
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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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