Bush Recreation Area
The Bush Recreation Area is located next to the scenic Loyalhanna Lake. This location provides picturesque views of the lake as well as opportunities for bird watching, boating, fishing, hunting and paddle sports.
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Site mix
| RV with electric | 16 |
| Standard, no hookups | 15 |
| Tent-only | 11 |
| Group tent areas | 1 |
| Host/management | 2 |
Site guide
43 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kiski Nonprofit Group Campground | Group tent | Partial | No | 25 / 5 | Yes | |||||
| 003 | Standard | Back-in | 26 | No | Lakefront | 6 / 2 | ||||
| 004 | Standard | Back-in | 45 | No | Lakefront | 6 / 2 | ||||
| 005 | Standard | Back-in | 46 | No | Lakefront | 6 / 2 | ||||
| 006 | Standard | Back-in | 35 | No | 6 / 2 | |||||
| 007 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | No | 6 / 2 | |||||
| 008 | Standard | Back-in | 36 | No | 6 / 2 | |||||
| 009 | Standard | Back-in | 36 | No | 6 / 2 | |||||
| 010 | Standard | Back-in | 48 | No | 6 / 2 | |||||
| 011 | RV electric | Back-in | 46 | 30 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 22 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites 013, 024 are listed accessible |
This campground has a variety of sites available from full RV hookup to primitive tent camp sites. Picnic tables and campfire grill rings are equipped at every campsite. Patrons at the campground will have access to flushing toilets, drinking water, showers and a dump station.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Pittsburgh, take I-376 E (12.1 miles) keep left and continue onto US-22 E. Make a left at PA-981 N located in New Alexandria, PA near the Sheets gas station. Make a left onto Bush Road, passing Mannitto Golf Course, make another left into the Bush Recreation Area. 200 Boat Dock Road. New Alexandria PA, 15670
| Nearest town | Saltsburg, Pennsylvania |
| Coordinates | 40.4383° N, 79.4365° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | Altmeyer's Trailer Sales ↗ | 21.9 mi |
| Outdoor gear | 3 Rivers Outdoor Co. ↗ | 24.1 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 24.7 mi |
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Natural features
The campground is located in a beautiful valley overlooking Loyalhanna Lake. Among terrain characterized by its diversity, visitors will discover rolling foothills of the Laurel Highlands, from which the headwaters of the Loyalhanna Creek flow.
Recreation
The Bush Recreation Area offers boating with unlimited horse power. Visitors to the area can kayak or canoe the lake as well, and take advantage of kayak rentals located in the Bush Recreation Area. The Loyalhanna Lake offers great fishing opportunities, with multiple bass tournaments each year. This lake also has some of the best channel catfishing in Pennsylvania, with multiple fish stockings each year. If you like fishing from shore there are plenty of opportunities to fish both moving and still waters. Those that like to go bike riding can find the West Penn Trail located at our sister project just 10 minutes away.
Nearby
The West Penn Trail offers excellent hiking and biking opportunities within a short 10 minute drive. Additionally the site of Loyalhanna dam provides interpretive displays of the dam as well as a great scenic view.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Bush Recreation Area?
Sites at Bush Recreation Area are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Bush Recreation Area?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Bush Recreation Area have?
45 sites, including 16 RV sites with electric, 15 standard sites without power, 11 tent-only sites, and 1 group tent area.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Bush Recreation Area?
The longest site here provides 22 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Bush Recreation Area have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Bush Recreation Area?
Patrons at the campground will have access to flushing toilets, drinking water, showers and a dump station.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Bush Recreation Area?
Yes, pets are allowed at Bush Recreation Area. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Bush Recreation Area?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Bush Recreation Area?
Sites 013 and 024 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 Bush Recreation Area?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and AT&T 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Bush Recreation Area?
The Bush Recreation Area offers boating with unlimited horse power. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Bush Recreation Area?
Saltsburg, Pennsylvania. The West Penn Trail offers excellent hiking and biking opportunities within a short 10 minute drive.
Source: Getting there