Youghiogheny Recreation Area
Campground · Pennsylvania · 1 bookable site ·
Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers
Youghiogheny River Lake (Recreation Reservoir) · Open Access
- 1
- Bookable site
- 1,447 ft
- Elevation
Overview
The Klondike Pavilion Shelter is located on the 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 Klondike Pavilion provides parking, grills, tables, electric, waste receptacles, and a buffet-style counter top. Another bonus to this pavilion is that it has a short walk to the two available restrooms. Along with the ammenties, it offers a handicap accessible path from the parking lot. The pavilion offers a short path to the beach area and boat launch while also providing a beautfiul view of the lake where you can see recreators and wildlife.
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.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (814) 395-3242.The facts
- 1 bookable site
- 1 site for day use only
- Loops: Spillway
Site types
- 1 Group Shelter Nonelectric
Amenities
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.
1 campsite at Youghiogheny Recreation Area
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Klondike Pavilion | Spillway | Group Shelter Nonelectric | — | Paved | — | — | 🐾 |
Getting there
When arriving at 497 Flanigan Rd Conflunce Pa, make a left. This will take you across the dam and you will have full view of the lake. Continue straight into the boaters parking lot. Take the third right and the pavilion can be seen from the lot.
39.79660, -79.36519 · 39°47'47.7"N 79°21'54.7"W
Typical weather
Typically 84°F in Jul, down to 37°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 37 | 41 | 50 | 63 | 72 | 80 | 84 | 82 | 76 | 64 | 52 | 41 |
| Low °F | 19 | 20 | 27 | 36 | 47 | 56 | 60 | 59 | 52 | 40 | 30 | 24 |
| Precip in | 3.6 | 3.4 | 3.9 | 4.0 | 4.9 | 4.9 | 4.5 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 3.4 | 3.1 | 3.5 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.2 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 Youghiogheny Recreation Area
- Can you reserve a site at Youghiogheny Recreation Area?
- Yes, Youghiogheny Recreation Area is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Youghiogheny Recreation Area have?
- 1 site.
- Are pets allowed at Youghiogheny Recreation Area?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Youghiogheny Recreation Area.
Camping near Youghiogheny Recreation Area
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Contact
- Phone 814-395-3242
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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