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Outflow Camping

Youghiogheny River Lake, Pennsylvania

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As of October 2026, Outflow Camping is a campground in Pennsylvania with 75 campsites. Outflow Camping is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Outflow Camping is located at 39.8050° N, 79.3669° W.

people allowed on 60 of 75 sites: 6
people allowed on the largest site: 150

Outflow Camping reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Maximum stay: 14 nights
Military discount available

Published by Recreation.gov for Outflow Camping, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Outflow Camping

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Standard 58
Tent 10
Group 4
RV 3
Accessible 3
Hookups 38

What an RV fits

30–34 ft1 site
35–39 ft8 sites
40–44 ft11 sites
45–49 ft15 sites
50–54 ft11 sites
55–59 ft1 site
60–64 ft3 sites

Amenities

restrooms
showers
potable water
dump station

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, biking, wildlife.

All sites at Outflow Camping, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Hookups	Access
Hike and Bike Sites	Hike and Bike	Standard	5	-	-	-
Hike and Bike Sites - 2	Hike and Bike	Standard	-	-	-	-
Hike and Bike Sites - 4	Hike and Bike	Standard	-	-	-	-
Hike and Bike Sites - 7	Hike and Bike	Standard	-	-	-	-
Hike and Bike Sites - 10	Hike and Bike	Standard	-	-	-	-
Hike and Bike Sites - 11	Hike and Bike	Standard	-	-	-	-
Hike and Bike Sites - 17	Hike and Bike	Standard	-	-	-	-
Hike and Bike Sites - 20	Hike and Bike	Standard	-	-	-	-
Hike and Bike Sites - 23	Hike and Bike	Standard	-	-	-	-
Hike and Bike Sites - 25	Hike and Bike	Standard	-	-	-	-
Hike and Bike Sites - 27	Hike and Bike	Standard	-	-	-	-
022	LOCU	Standard	6	39 ft	Electric	-
023	LOCU	Standard	6	43 ft	Electric	-
024	LOCU	Standard	6	51 ft	Electric	-
025	LOCU	Standard	6	44 ft	Electric	-
026	LOCU	Standard	6	48 ft	Electric	-
027	LOCU	Standard	6	46 ft	Electric	-
028	LOCU	Standard	6	52 ft	Electric	-
029	LOCU	Tent	6	-	-	-
030	LOCU	Tent	6	-	-	-
031	LOCU	Tent	6	-	-	-
032	LOCU	Tent	6	-	-	-
033	LOCU	Tent	6	-	-	-
034	LOCU	Standard	6	40 ft	Electric	-
035	LOCU	Tent	6	-	-	-
036	LOCU	RV	6	56 ft	Electric, Water, Sewer	-
037	LOCU	Standard	6	50 ft	Electric	-
038	LOCU	Standard	6	52 ft	Electric	-
039	LOCU	Standard	6	60 ft	Electric	-
041	LOCU	Standard	6	64 ft	Electric	-
042	LOCU	RV	6	49 ft	Electric, Water, Sewer	-
002	MAPL	Standard	6	48 ft	Electric	-
003	MAPL	Standard	6	51 ft	Electric	-
004	MAPL	Standard	6	50 ft	Electric	-
005	MAPL	Standard	6	39 ft	Electric	-
006	MAPL	Standard	6	47 ft	Electric	-
007	MAPL	Standard	6	46 ft	Electric	-
008	MAPL	Standard	6	38 ft	Electric	-
009	MAPL	Standard	6	42 ft	Electric	-
010	MAPL	Standard	6	40 ft	Electric	-
011	MAPL	Standard	6	34 ft	Electric	-
012	MAPL	Standard	6	40 ft	Electric	-
013	MAPL	Standard	6	42 ft	Electric	-
014	MAPL	Standard	6	41 ft	Electric	-
015	MAPL	Standard	6	41 ft	Electric	-
016	MAPL	Standard	6	38 ft	Electric	-
017	MAPL	Standard	6	38 ft	Electric	-
018	MAPL	Standard	6	39 ft	Electric	-
019	MAPL	Standard	6	39 ft	Electric	-
020	MAPL	Standard	6	37 ft	Electric	-
021	MAPL	Standard	6	47 ft	Electric	-
2A	OCAM	Group	150	-	-	-
Constitution Tree Pavilion	Pavilion	Group	100	-	Electric	-
1A	REAR	Group	40	-	Electric, Water	-
Jones Pavilion	REAR	Group	100	-	Electric	Accessible
040	SPRU	Standard	6	46 ft	-	-
043	SPRU	Standard	6	51 ft	-	Accessible
044	SPRU	Standard	6	40 ft	-	Accessible
045	SPRU	Tent	6	-	-	-
046	SPRU	Tent	6	-	-	-
047	SPRU	Tent	6	-	-	-
048	SPRU	Tent	6	-	-	-
049	SPRU	Standard	6	50 ft	-	-
050	SPRU	Standard	6	62 ft	-	-
051	SPRU	Standard	6	45 ft	-	-
052	SPRU	Standard	6	45 ft	-	-
053	SPRU	Standard	6	47 ft	-	-
054	SPRU	Standard	6	45 ft	-	-
055	SPRU	RV	6	50 ft	Electric, Water, Sewer	-
056	SPRU	Standard	6	43 ft	-	-
057	SPRU	Standard	6	45 ft	-	-
058	SPRU	Standard	6	49 ft	-	-
059	SYCA	Standard	6	49 ft	-	-
060	SYCA	Standard	6	52 ft	-	-
061	SYCA	Standard	6	50 ft	-	-

About Outflow Camping

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.

Rules and notices at Outflow Camping

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Outflow Camping on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Reservations must be made for the entire holiday weekend, Friday through Sunday.

Early checkout will not be refunded on holiday weekend reservations, Friday through Sunday.

All reservations and changes will need to be made through www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777

Reservations must be made online or by calling the 1-877-444-6777

This is the Outflow Campground at Youghiogheny Lake, not the Tionesta Rec Area Campground at the Outflow at Tionesta Lake

Alcohol is prohibited

The release warning siren from hydropower plant will be heard in the campground

All sites are 100% reservable

Maximum of two tents or one tent and one trailer allowed per site

Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.

Phone number for Resource Managers Office (814) 395-3242

Camping at one or more campsites at any one water resource project for a period

longer than 14 days during any 30-consecutive-day period is prohibited without the

written permission of the District Commander.

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Outflow Camping FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Outflow Camping?

Outflow Camping is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 75 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Outflow Camping?

Cancellations happen frequently at Outflow Camping, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Outflow Camping have?

Outflow Camping has 75 campsites.

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