Shenango Recreation Area Campground
The Shenango Recreation Area is situated within the broad, flat, meandering valleys of the Shenango River and Pymatuning Creek. Sharon, Pennsylvania is approximately 7 miles southwest and Youngstown, Ohio is about 21 miles west. Visitors to the area enjoy camping, boating and fishing.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 214 |
| Standard with electric | 90 |
| RV with electric | 24 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 76 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
328 sites in 7 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 063 | CLOO | Electric | Back-in | 53 | Gravel | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | ||||
| 064 | CLOO | Electric | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | ||||
| 065 | CLOO | Electric | Back-in | 53 | Gravel | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | ||||
| 066 | CLOO | Electric | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | ||||
| 067 | CLOO | Electric | Back-in | 55 | Gravel | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | ||||
| 068 | CLOO | Electric | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | |||
| 069 | CLOO | Electric | Back-in | 53 | Gravel | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | ||||
| 070 | CLOO | Electric | Back-in | 61 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | |||
| 071 | CLOO | Electric | Back-in | 52 | Gravel | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | ||||
| 072 | CLOO | Electric | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | 8 / 2 |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 04:00 PM, checkout 02:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric |
| Max vehicle length | 199 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | PLEASE NOTE: Only credit cards are accepted for payment. VISA, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express are accepted. |
| Accessibility | Sites 288, 290, 292 are listed accessible |
This large campground contains over 300 campsites, many of which have electric hookups. Flush toilets, drinking water, showers and a dump station are provided. Playgrounds, a horseshoe pit and boat ramp are on-site. The campground is reservation only. Reservations can be made on the day of arrival.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
Take Exit 4B (formerly Exit 1) off I-80 and follow Route 18 north about 6 miles until you cross the lake's causeway. The park is on the left, but this is a divided highway. Continue north about 1/4 mile, take the Birchwood Drive exit, make the turn-around and go south on Route 18.
| Nearest town | Hermitage, Pennsylvania |
| Coordinates | 41.2889° N, 80.4383° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
A $10.00 service fee will be charged if you change or cancel a reservation. If a customer does not arrive at the campground by check-out time the day after arrival or does not cancel the reservation by the day before or day of arrival, the customer will be considered a "no-show" and may be assessed a $20.00 service fee and also forfeit use fees. If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellation for a single night's reservation will forfeit the entire use fee but not be charged the $10.00 service fee.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 0.6 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Mercer Airsoft Center ↗ | 7.7 mi |
| RV sales & service | Leonard Truck And Trailer ↗ | 26.9 mi |
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Shenango Campground: Lake Escape!
Worth a stop
The Shenango Water Trail provides 7.5 miles of scenic river corridor for paddlers, with three access points between Kidds Mill Park and Big Bend. Personal Floatation Devices must be worn on all canoes and kayaks. The historic Kidds Mill Covered Bridge features the unique "Smith-Truss" design from the 1800s. Remnants of the Erie Extension Canal can be found nearby in Sharpsville below the Shenango Dam. The Shenango and Mahaney Recreation Areas feature restoration chestnut tree orchards that are managed through a partnership with the American Chestnut Foundation for research and education, with the goal of developing blight resistant American chestnut trees.
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Natural features
Shenango River Lake stretches 11 miles up its namesake river, covering over 11,000 acres. The shore is lined with a northern hardwood forest of shady and colorful trees such as Black Cherry, Beech, Maple and Hemlock. Deer, turkey and other small game animals are plentiful, with excellent opportunities to observe osprey and eagles in the area.
Recreation
The lake provides an attractive setting for picnicking, camping, boating or simply enjoying nature's beauty. Anglers fish for bass, walleye, muskellunge and a variety of panfish. The lake is shallow and water levels generally drop throughout the summer, especially after the Fourth of July, depending upon rainfall. The Coonie Trail is one-half mile in length. This self-guided interpretive nature trail invites visitors not only to experience the beauty of Shenango River Lake but also to learn about its varied habitats and relationships between plants, animals and humans. Shenango Lake is an unlimited horsepower lake and has six free boat launches for access. The Lakeside Picnic Shelter is located on site and can be reserved for reunions or other large gatherings.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Shenango Recreation Area Campground?
Sites at Shenango Recreation Area Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Shenango Recreation Area Campground?
PLEASE NOTE: Only credit cards are accepted for payment. VISA, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express are accepted.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Shenango Recreation Area Campground?
Check-in 04:00 PM, checkout 02:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Shenango Recreation Area Campground?
A $10.00 service fee will be charged if you change or cancel a reservation.
Source: Charges and cancellations
How many sites does Shenango Recreation Area Campground have?
328 sites, including 214 standard sites without power, 90 standard sites with power, and 24 RV sites with electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Shenango Recreation Area Campground?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Shenango Recreation Area Campground have hookups?
Yes, electric hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Shenango Recreation Area Campground?
Flush toilets, drinking water, showers and a dump station are provided.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Shenango Recreation Area Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Shenango Recreation Area Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Shenango Recreation Area Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Shenango Recreation Area Campground?
Sites 288, 290, and 292 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Shenango Recreation Area Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map