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Outflow Camping
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — CONFLUENCE · Pennsylvania · Youghiogheny River Lake
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Youghiogheny River Lake |
| Location | CONFLUENCE · Pennsylvania · Youghiogheny River Lake · 39.80500, -79.36694 · Map |
| Sites | 96 public sites counted from the federal listing — 32 standard electric; 31 hike to; 15 standard nonelectric; 10 tent only nonelectric; 4 rv electric; 2 group walk to |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 38 of 96 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 5 of 96 sites Sewer hookups at 4 of 96 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 4 of 96 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 64 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 51 sites · 30 ft: 51 sites · 35 ft: 50 sites · 40 ft: 42 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 4:30 PM · Out 4:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 66 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 3 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Amenities, as reported | Drinking waterFlush toilets |
| Phone | 877-444-6777 |
Check availability & book on Recreation.gov →
This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-02-25.
From the official listing
Overview The Outflow Camping Area is located on Youghiogheny River Lake in the heart of the Laurel Highlands. The lake spans the Mason-Dixon Line between Pennsylvania and Maryland. Clean waters, forested mountains and steep-sided valleys provide an unsurpassed setting for recreational opportunities. Recreation Camping, fishing, boating, water skiing, hiking, biking, picnicking and sightseeing are the area's most popular activities. Boaters consider Youghiogheny River Lake, with its 16-mile length and channels up to one-half mile wide, the best powerboating and water skiing lake in southwestern Pennsylvania.
Youghiogheny Lake's outflow area is renowned for its excellent trout fishing and is stocked from April to September each year. A fishing pier is located in the campground. Facilities The campground contains a variety of sites, including walk-to group sites, RV sites and tent-only sites. Electric hookups are available in many sites. Flush toilets, showers, drinking water and a dump station are provided. The park also offers an amphitheater and children's playground. Hammock Stations have been added to the Bike and Hike and Group Camping sites. Natural Features The country surrounding the lake is made up of narrow valleys and high rounded hills with steep slopes. Much of the land is covered with northern hardwoods including Beech, Sugar Maple, White Ash, Yellow Poplar and Basswood.
A variety of wildlife makes its home around Youghiogheny River Lake, including deer, bear, turkey, grouse, rabbit and squirrel.
Nearby Attractions Some of Pennsylvania and Maryland's finest state parks surround Youghiogheny Lake. Ohiopyle State Park is known for some of the best whitewater in the East and is often the location of national kayaking competitions.
Cyclists enjoy the many miles of bike trails in the area. For the history buff, the area boasts many historical sites and parks. For sheer natural beauty, Youghiogheny Lake can't be beat.
Directions, from the listing
Route 281 South from points north: continue south through Confluence and over the Casselman & Youghiogheny Rivers. Make an immediate left into the campground.
Route 281 North from Route 40: continue north 7 miles past the Youghiogheny River Lake entrance. Make next right into the campground.
Route 523 North from Route 40: continue north 7 miles to Confluence. Turn left onto Route 281 South, over the Casselman & Youghiogheny Rivers. Make next left into the campground.
Nearest federal campgrounds
1 mi straight-line · Confluence PennsylvaniaUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersSomerfield North Recreation Area
4 mi straight-line · Addison PennsylvaniaUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersMill Run Recreation Area
6 mi straight-line · PennsylvaniaUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersBush Recreation Area
44 mi straight-line · Saltsburg PennsylvaniaUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersLoyalhanna Lake Pavilions
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Trip Card — Outflow Camping
CONFLUENCE · Pennsylvania · Youghiogheny River Lake
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | CONFLUENCE · Pennsylvania · Youghiogheny River Lake |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 38 · full hookups at 4 |
| Max RV | Up to 64 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 96 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233679 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.