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Outflow Recreation Area (Pa)
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Tionesta · Pennsylvania · Tionesta Lake
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Tionesta Lake |
| Location | Tionesta · Pennsylvania · Tionesta Lake · 41.48006, -79.44315 · Map |
| Sites | 26 public sites counted from the federal listing — 16 tent only nonelectric; 5 standard electric; 4 standard nonelectric; 1 group shelter electric |
| 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 7 of 26 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 6 of 26 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 26 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 26 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 99 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 5 sites · 30 ft: 5 sites · 35 ft: 5 sites · 40 ft: 5 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 02:00 PM · Out 12:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 27 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 1 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 814-755-3512 |
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 2026-03-19.
From the official listing
Overview Half of Forest County, where Tionesta Lake is located, is preserved as public lands. The region is known as one of Pennsylvania's best big game regions and is home to a remarkable variety of wildlife.
Campers come to the Outflow Recreation Area Campground to enjoy the forested area along Tionesta Creek. The area is ideal for fishing, hunting as well as scenic hiking.
Tionesta is a culturally rich region with a long history. The Seneca Indian tribe named this area "where the water separates the land." Nearly a century ago, narrow gauge railways dotted the surrounding countryside, hauling out virgin timber from the hillsides.
Recreation In-season hunting, fishing, boating, hiking and water skiing, are all available from Tionesta.
Visitors interested in wildlife viewing are likely to spot white-tailed deer, porcupine, wild turkey, osprey and opossum.
Facilities Each campsite has picnic table and fire ring
*Available starting Memorial Day Weekend -
Water, flush toilets, and showers.
dump station located nearby*
To Labor Day Weekend
Natural Features Tionesta Lake winds its way through the rugged hills of northwestern Pennsylvania. Surrounding public areas include the Allegheny National Forest, Cooks Forest State Park, Cornplanter and Clear Creek State Forests, the state fish hatchery and state game lands.
Nearby Attractions Tionesta Creek Road, which winds through the Tionesta Creek valley upstream of the dam, is an excellent scenic drive with spectacular views.
The nearby Allegheny National Forest also makes a great day trip.
Directions, from the listing
From Pittsburgh take I-79 North. Merge onto I-80 East exit 116a toward Clarion for 9.8 miles. Take the PA-8 exits 29 toward Barkeyville. Turn Left onto Pa-8/State Route 8 for 16.4 miles. Turn right on US-62 and follow US-62 for 34 miles. Turn right onto 36 South in to Tionesta. Turn right at the stop sign and continue 36 south for 2.0 miles and South Elm Street 1.5 miles into the Outflow Recreation Area.
From Warren travel US-62 South for 30 miles take left onto South Elm Street 1.5 miles into the Outflow Recreation Area.
Nearest federal campgrounds
0 mi straight-line · TIONESTA PennsylvaniaUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersKellettville Recreation Area (Pa)
11 mi straight-line · Tionesta PennsylvaniaFSU.S. Forest ServiceLoleta Recreation
19 mi straight-line · MARIENVILLE PennsylvaniaFSU.S. Forest ServiceFarnsworth Cabin
21 mi straight-line · Clarendon PennsylvaniaUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersWoodcock Lake Park
36 mi straight-line · Meadville Pennsylvania
Trip Card — Outflow Recreation Area (Pa)
Tionesta · Pennsylvania · Tionesta Lake
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | Tionesta · Pennsylvania · Tionesta Lake |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 7 |
| Max RV | Up to 99 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 26 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/251946 · 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.