About Bush Recreation Area
Number of accommodations: 40
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Birding
Boating
Fishing
Hunting
Paddling
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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (270)
What Guests Are Saying
Bush Recreation Area is praised for its beautiful location, clean facilities, and excellent campground host, Darlene, who is consistently described as friendly and helpful. Visitors enjoy the easy access to fishing and boating, as well as the well-maintained sites. While some noted a lack of extensive activities beyond water sports and limited amenities, the overall experience remains positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Bush Recreation Area is praised for its beautiful location, clean facilities, and excellent campground host, Darlene, who is consistently described as friendly and helpful. Visitors enjoy the easy access to fishing and boating, as well as the well-maintained sites. While some noted a lack of extensive activities beyond water sports and limited amenities, the overall experience remains positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
Review Summary
Patrick A
VerifiedJuly 6, 2022 • Stayed at: 041, Loop: Loop 1
NO POTABLE WATER AVAILABLE ANYWHERE IN THE PARK!!!
So not cool to arrive and see absolutely no potable water available. We were lead to believe with our reservation details that there is potable water available. We were surprised to find a water hookup at our site, but soon realized our was one of just a few that didn't have a non potable sign on it, all others did, the spigot at the dump station was disabled, and all other public water spigots had a sign. When we tracked down a host, she was clueless. No one seemed to know why or when it would be restored. It wasn't during our stay.
Patrick A
VerifiedJuly 6, 2022 • Stayed at: 041, Loop: Loop 1
NO POTABLE WATER AVAILABLE ANYWHERE IN THE PARK!!!
So not cool to arrive and see absolutely no potable water available. We were lead to believe with our reservation details that there is potable water available. We were surprised to find a water hookup at our site, but soon realized our was one of just a few that didn't have a non potable sign on it, all others did, the spigot at the dump station was disabled, and all other public water spigots had a sign. When we tracked down a host, she was clueless. No one seemed to know why or when it would be restored. It wasn't during our stay.
Paul P
VerifiedJune 27, 2022 • Stayed at: 041, Loop: Loop 1
We were booked for 7days but left after 5 because there was a dog that barked CONSTANTLY for almost two days! The host "couldn't hear it". I have been to a lot of campgrounds and have never seen a host site with so much junk around their camper! Looked like a yard sale was going on. I will say that the ranger asked the offending dog owner to leave, but I had ENOUGH by that point.
Paul P
VerifiedJune 27, 2022 • Stayed at: 041, Loop: Loop 1
We were booked for 7days but left after 5 because there was a dog that barked CONSTANTLY for almost two days! The host "couldn't hear it". I have been to a lot of campgrounds and have never seen a host site with so much junk around their camper! Looked like a yard sale was going on. I will say that the ranger asked the offending dog owner to leave, but I had ENOUGH by that point.
Mary Ann Z
VerifiedJune 23, 2022 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: Loop 1
This is great place to camp. Our site overlooked the lake and we had a few breezes. The restrooms are exceptional.
You can swim, boat and relax without leaving the campground. There is a bike trail nearby and several historical sites. There are several restaurants within 1O miles.
This is not a resort, it is a great campground for those who want to camp.
Mary Ann Z
VerifiedJune 23, 2022 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: Loop 1
This is great place to camp. Our site overlooked the lake and we had a few breezes. The restrooms are exceptional.
You can swim, boat and relax without leaving the campground. There is a bike trail nearby and several historical sites. There are several restaurants within 1O miles.
This is not a resort, it is a great campground for those who want to camp.
Rick H
VerifiedJune 22, 2022 • Stayed at: 042, Loop: Loop 1
Although we enjoyed our stay in the area this campground and recreation area lacks general maintenance and upkeep. Th hosts were very friendly and helpful; as was the office when we wanted to change sites. This small campground and recreation area has potential. Also note that the water is not potable at this time.
Rick H
VerifiedJune 22, 2022 • Stayed at: 042, Loop: Loop 1
Although we enjoyed our stay in the area this campground and recreation area lacks general maintenance and upkeep. Th hosts were very friendly and helpful; as was the office when we wanted to change sites. This small campground and recreation area has potential. Also note that the water is not potable at this time.
Shan B
VerifiedJune 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: Loop 1
Always a great trip when we come!!
Shan B
VerifiedJune 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: Loop 1
Always a great trip when we come!!
Location Bush Recreation Area
Address:
440 Loyalhanna Dam Road
Saltsburg, PA, 15681-2206
United States
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
Bush Recreation Area is accessible via I-376 and US-22, with the nearest interchange being in New Alexandria, PA. The area can be reached by taking PA-981 N from US-22.
Latitude & Longitude: 40.4383 / -79.4365
Elevation: 288 feet
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
