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Outflow Recreation Area (Pa) Campground in Pennsylvania
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Outflow Recreation Area (Pa) Campground

Tionesta Lake, Pennsylvania

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As of October 2026, Outflow Recreation Area (Pa) Campground is a campground in Pennsylvania with 26 campsites. Outflow Recreation Area (Pa) Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Outflow Recreation Area (Pa) Campground is located at 41.4801ยฐ N, 79.4431ยฐ W.
people allowed on 25 of 26 sites
8
people allowed on the largest site
50

Outflow Recreation Area (Pa) Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

open, tap to book on Recreation.govsold outin your alert

Stay and booking rules

  • Mid-stay changes allowed
  • Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive days
  • Maximum stay: 14 nights
  • Military discount available

Published by Recreation.gov for Outflow Recreation Area (Pa) Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Outflow Recreation Area (Pa) Campground

  • Tent 16
  • Standard 9
  • Group 1
  • Accessible 1
  • Hookups 6

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • showers
  • potable water
  • dump station

At a glance: Setting: Forest.

Things to do: fishing, boating, wildlife, photography.

All sites at Outflow Recreation Area (Pa) Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

SiteLoopTypeSleepsHookupsAccess
2011Standard8--
2021Standard8--
2031Standard8--
2041Tent8--
2051Tent8--
2061Tent8--
2071Tent8--
2081Standard8Electric, Water, Sewer-
2091Standard8Electric, Water, Sewer-
2101Standard8Electric, Water, Sewer-
2111Standard8Electric, Water, Sewer-
2121Standard8Electric, Water, Sewer-
2132Standard8--
SiteLoopTypeSleepsHookupsAccess
2142Tent8--
2152Tent8--
2162Tent8--
2172Tent8--
2182Tent8--
2192Tent8--
2202Tent8--
2212Tent8--
2222Tent8--
2232Tent8--
2242Tent8--
2252Tent8--
Outflow ShelterOUTFLOW RECREATION AREA (PA)Group50ElectricAccessible

About Outflow Recreation Area (Pa) Campground

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 and water available*, dump station located nearby*, flush toilets* and showers*.

*Availiable after May 1st

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.

Rules and notices at Outflow Recreation Area (Pa) Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Outflow Recreation Area (Pa) Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

If you are arriving without a campground reservation, you must pay for camping before you park.

Visit the Tionesta Recreation Area booth, Recreation.gov or call 1-877-444-6777 to determine if campsites are open and to pay for open sites. Preferred method of payments at the Tionesta Recreation Area booth will be credit/debit card or check.

If you have reserved a campsite and wish to change campsites upon arrival, you must call Recreation.gov at 1-877-444-6777.

For the Tionesta Lake office call: (814) 755-3512

For the Tionesta Recreation Area: (814) 755-3592

Parking on the grass is prohibited.

Two vehicles maximum per campsite.

No alcoholic beverages.

There is a limit of 1 wheeled camper and 1 tent per campsite, or 2 tents per campsite.

Don't Move Firewood: 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.

Pennsylvania state law requires children under 13 to wear a personal flotation device; all people on boats less than 16 feet in length and all canoes and kayaks must also wear a PFD Alcoholic beverages are prohibited If you have any questions about the rules and regulations for the Tionesta Recreation Area please call the Ranger Station, 814-755-3512

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.

Check out time will be 12 p.m.

Check in time will be 2 p.m.

Outflow Recreation Area (Pa) Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Outflow Recreation Area (Pa) Campground?

Outflow Recreation Area (Pa) Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 26 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Outflow Recreation Area (Pa) Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Outflow Recreation Area (Pa) Campground, 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 Recreation Area (Pa) Campground have?

Outflow Recreation Area (Pa) Campground has 26 campsites.

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