Can you reserve a site at Tatman Run Picnic Shelter?

Yes, Tatman Run Picnic Shelter is reservable through Recreation.gov.

Are pets allowed at Tatman Run Picnic Shelter?

Yes, pets are allowed at Tatman Run Picnic Shelter.

Tatman Run Picnic Shelter, Pennsylvania — 1 site, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Tatman Run Recreation Area is located on the southern end of Raystown Lake. The recreation area is easily accessible from Route 994 and offers a great location for picnicking and swimming at the beach.

Recreation

A beach for swimming makes this shelter a popular area for family picnics or special parties.
A boat ramp within the facility provides access to the 8,300-acre Raystown Lake, which is popular for boating, camping and fishing.

Facilities

Tatman offers one group shelter with approximately 10 tables. Electricity is not available. It is fully accessible and comfortably accommodates up to 80 people with a view of the lake.

Natural Features

Tatman Run is situated right off the main channel of Raystown Lake. Nearby access to the lake makes this shelter a great place to picnic, fish, swim and launch a boat all in one day.

Nearby Attractions

The area offers plenty of recreation opportunities including Aitch Boat Launch, James Creek Boat Launch, Lake Raystown Resort, Seven Points Recreation Area, and Seven Points Marina.

The facts

1 bookable site
1 site for day use only
1 accessible site
Up to 80 people per site
Loops: Tatman Run Picnic Shelter

Site types

1 Group Shelter Nonelectric

Amenities

Picnic tables
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

1 campsite at Tatman Run Picnic Shelter

Check-in 6:00 AM · Check-out 10:00 PM

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Water	Max rig	People
001	Tatman Run Picnic Shelter	Group Shelter Nonelectric	—	—	Lakefront	—	80	♿ 🐾

Getting there

From southbound Rt. 26 at Rt. 22, continue approximately 16 miles to the second blinking yellow light. Turn left on Rt. 994 towards Tatman Run (marked by sign). Continue another 4 miles. Just past the Lake Raystown Resort, turn left into Tatman Run (marked by sign).

40.31061, -78.17104 · 40°18'38.2"N 78°10'15.8"W

Directions (Google Maps) · Directions (Apple Maps)

Typical weather

Typically 85°F in Jul, down to 37°F in Jan.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	37	40	49	62	72	80	85	84	76	64	52	42
Low °F	21	22	29	40	50	58	63	62	55	44	34	27
Precip in	2.8	2.3	3.1	3.7	4.4	3.8	3.8	3.5	3.9	3.4	2.9	3.1

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 7 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

Map

Common questions about Tatman Run Picnic Shelter

Can you reserve a site at Tatman Run Picnic Shelter?: Yes, Tatman Run Picnic Shelter is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Tatman Run Picnic Shelter have?: 1 site.
Are pets allowed at Tatman Run Picnic Shelter?: Yes, pets are allowed at Tatman Run Picnic Shelter.

Camping near Tatman Run Picnic Shelter

Nancy's Boat to Shore Campground (Pa) 2.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
Aitch Picnic Shelter 4.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
Weaver Falls Shelter 5.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Seven Points (Pa) 7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Susquehannock 8.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Seven Points Picnic Shelters 9 mi · Campground · we watch it
Corbin's Island Picnic Shelter 12.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
Summit Level Visitor Center 22.3 mi · Facility
Omni Bedford Springs Resort and Spa 28.2 mi · Facility
Johnstown Flood National Memorial Visitor Center 31.7 mi · Facility
Flight 93 Visitor Center 42.6 mi · Visitor Center
Little Pool Hiker-Biker Campsite 43.3 mi · Campground

Contact

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Tatman Run Picnic Shelter