The Youghiogheny Recreation Area location is in Confluence, Pennsylvania
15424. This page provides detailed contact information for this campground location including the campground phone number, office hours, reservation information and driving directions.
If you have any questions about the Youghiogheny Recreation Area facility, or if you need to reserve a campsite, then call the campground listed below.
Address
497 Flanigan Rd
Confluence
Pennsylvania
15424
Phone number
814-395-3242
Campground information Confluence, Pennsylvania
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.
Frequently Asked Questions About 497 Flanigan Rd Confluence, PA
How do I make a reservation with Youghiogheny Recreation Area?
To make reservations at Youghiogheny Recreation Area, you can call the office at 814-395-3242.
Where is Youghiogheny Recreation Area located?
The Youghiogheny Recreation Area is located at 497 Flanigan Rd in Confluence,
. This is the location you will need to go to for camping and information.
Does Youghiogheny Recreation Area have tent or RV camping?
Youghiogheny Recreation Area offers both tent and RV camping, but to confirm you will need to call the office at 814-395-3242 to make sure things haven’t changed.