Outflow Recreation Area (Pa)
Campground · Pennsylvania · 26 bookable sites ·
Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers
- 26
- Bookable sites
- 99 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 50
- People per site
- 1
- Accessible site
- 1,063 ft
- Elevation
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.
The facts
- 26 bookable sites
- 27 sites in total, including non-bookable
- 1 site for day use only
- 1 accessible site
- Vehicles up to 99 ft
- Up to 50 people per site
- Loops: 1, 2, OUTFLOW RECREATION AREA (PA)
Site types
- 16 Tent Only Nonelectric
- 5 Standard Electric
- 4 Standard Nonelectric
- 1 Group Shelter Electric
- 1 Management
Amenities
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- Sewer hookups
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: shade.
27 campsites at Outflow Recreation Area (Pa)
Check-in 02:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Access | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 201 | 1 | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 202 | 1 | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 203 | 1 | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 204 | 1 | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 205 | 1 | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 206 | 1 | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 207 | 1 | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 208 | 1 | Standard Electric | Pull Through | Gravel | Drive In | 82 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 209 | 1 | Standard Electric | Pull Through | Gravel | Drive In | 99 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 210 | 1 | Standard Electric | Pull Through | Gravel | Drive In | 99 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 211 | 1 | Standard Electric | Pull Through | Gravel | Drive In | 70 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 212 | 1 | Standard Electric | Pull Through | Gravel | Drive In | 80 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| CAMPHOST | 1 | Management | Pull Through | Gravel | Hike In | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 213 | 2 | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 214 | 2 | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 215 | 2 | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 216 | 2 | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 217 | 2 | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 218 | 2 | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 219 | 2 | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 220 | 2 | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 221 | 2 | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Drive In | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 222 | 2 | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Hike In | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 223 | 2 | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Hike In | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 224 | 2 | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Hike In | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 225 | 2 | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | Hike In | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| Outflow Shelter | OUTFLOW RECREATION AREA (PA) | Group Shelter Electric | — | — | Drive In | — | 50 | ♿ 🐾 |
Getting there
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.
41.48006, -79.44315 · 41°28'48.2"N 79°26'35.3"W
Typical weather
Typically 83°F in Jul, down to 35°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 35 | 38 | 47 | 61 | 72 | 79 | 83 | 82 | 75 | 63 | 50 | 39 |
| Low °F | 19 | 19 | 26 | 36 | 47 | 57 | 61 | 60 | 53 | 42 | 32 | 25 |
| Precip in | 3.3 | 2.6 | 3.5 | 4.1 | 4.4 | 5.1 | 4.9 | 4.2 | 4.0 | 3.7 | 3.5 | 3.7 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.1 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Outflow Recreation Area (Pa)
- Can you reserve a site at Outflow Recreation Area (Pa)?
- Yes, Outflow Recreation Area (Pa) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Outflow Recreation Area (Pa) have?
- 27 sites in total, of which 26 can be booked.
- What is the maximum RV length at Outflow Recreation Area (Pa)?
- 99 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Outflow Recreation Area (Pa)?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Outflow Recreation Area (Pa).
- Does Outflow Recreation Area (Pa) have hookups?
- Electric, Water, Sewer.
- Are campfires allowed at Outflow Recreation Area (Pa)?
- Campfires are allowed at Outflow Recreation Area (Pa). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
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- Clarion River Campsites 22.1 mi · Campground
- Allegheny Wild and Scenic River 26.3 mi · Facility
- Allegheny National Fish Hatchery 29.6 mi · Facility
- Allegheny Reservoir 33.5 mi · Facility
Contact
- Phone 814-755-3512
- Email jason.a.bowers@usace.army.mil
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-19.
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