Bush Recreation Area
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Boating
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Camping

Featured amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Fire Pit Fire Pit

Available sites

40 total sites

About 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.

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Birding

Birding

Year-round
Boating

Boating

Spring Summer Fall
Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hunting

Hunting

Year-round
Paddling

Paddling

Spring Summer Fall

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
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Jul
Aug
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Currently closed

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • Fire Pit
Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
  • Boat Ramp / Launch
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

40 Sites Available

Site
Price
⛺ 003, Loop: Loop 1 Tent
Pet Friendly
⛺ 004, Loop: Loop 1 Tent
Pet Friendly
⛺ 005, Loop: Loop 1 Tent
Pet Friendly
⛺ 006, Loop: Loop 1 Tent
Pet Friendly
⛺ 007, Loop: Loop 1 Tent
Pet Friendly
⛺ 008, Loop: Loop 1 Tent
Pet Friendly
⛺ 009, Loop: Loop 1 Tent
Pet Friendly
⛺ 010, Loop: Loop 1 Tent
Pet Friendly
🚐 011, Loop: Loop 1 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 012, Loop: Loop 1 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 013, Loop: Loop 1 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 014, Loop: Loop 1 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 015, Loop: Loop 1 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 016, Loop: Loop 1 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 017, Loop: Loop 1 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 018, Loop: Loop 1 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 019, Loop: Loop 1 Tent
Pet Friendly
🚐 020, Loop: Loop 1 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 021, Loop: Loop 1 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 022, Loop: Loop 1 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 023, Loop: Loop 1 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 024, Loop: Loop 1 Tent
Pet Friendly
⛺ 025, Loop: Loop 1 Tent
Pet Friendly · Yes shade
⛺ 026, Loop: Loop 1 Tent
Pet Friendly · Yes shade
⛺ 027, Loop: Loop 1 Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
🚐 028, Loop: Loop 1 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Pull-through
⛺ 031, Loop: Loop 1 Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 032, Loop: Loop 1 Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 033, Loop: Loop 1 Tent
Pet Friendly · Yes shade
⛺ 034, Loop: Loop 1 Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 035, Loop: Loop 1 Tent
Pet Friendly · Yes shade
⛺ 036, Loop: Loop 1 Tent
Pet Friendly · Yes shade
⛺ 037, Loop: Loop 1 Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 038, Loop: Loop 1 Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 039, Loop: Loop 1 Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 040, Loop: Loop 1 Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
🚐 041, Loop: Loop 1 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Pull-through
🚐 042, Loop: Loop 1 RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Pull-through
⛺ 043, Loop: Loop 1 Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ Kiski Nonprofit Group Campground, Loop: BUSH RECREATION AREA Tent
Campfire · Yes shade

Reviews (323)

What Guests Are Saying

Bush Recreation Area is praised for its beautiful campsites, clean facilities, and particularly the outstanding campground host, Darlene, who is friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful to guests. Many visitors enjoy the peaceful atmosphere, opportunities for fishing, boating, and wildlife sightings, such as bald eagles. While some minor issues were noted, like long grass and maintenance concerns, the overall experience is positive, with many campers eager to return.

Review Summary

4.4
323 reviews
5
60.7%
196
4
24.5%
79
3
8.7%
28
2
4.3%
14
1
1.9%
6

Paul A

Verified

July 28, 2020 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: Loop 1

5

This place is a must if you want to get out and enjoy the outdoors with some outdoors water fun with family and/or friends. The staff is very friendly, as soon as we got in to our camp site we were greeted by a host. Park rangers and the host drive around the camp site every couple hours to make sure everything is good. There is a huge lake in front of the campsite were you can bring your kayaks, boats or just dive in to swim. Pets are also welcome. I highly recommend this place.

Paul A

Verified

July 28, 2020 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: Loop 1

5

This place is a must if you want to get out and enjoy the outdoors with some outdoors water fun with family and/or friends. The staff is very friendly, as soon as we got in to our camp site we were greeted by a host. Park rangers and the host drive around the camp site every couple hours to make sure everything is good. There is a huge lake in front of the campsite were you can bring your kayaks, boats or just dive in to swim. Pets are also welcome. I highly recommend this place.

Angie B

Verified

August 1, 2020 • Stayed at: 039, Loop: Loop 1

5

Clean sites, bathrooms were what you would expect for a camping experience. Would have liked a set area designated for swimming for kids instead of a mixed fishing/swimming area.

Angie B

Verified

August 1, 2020 • Stayed at: 039, Loop: Loop 1

5

Clean sites, bathrooms were what you would expect for a camping experience. Would have liked a set area designated for swimming for kids instead of a mixed fishing/swimming area.

Robert P

Verified

August 10, 2020 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: Loop 1

5

Small campground. Well-maintained. Our campsite was right across from the bath/shower and didn't realize how close it was... VERY bright light on all night and a lot of foot traffic. Not terrible - just something to be aware of if you pick sites 12-13. There is NOT a manned entrance station so we were glad we had a printed copy of your reservation in the event there was an issue. The camp host was very nice and she came around routinely so the manned station thing might not be much of an issue anyway.

Robert P

Verified

August 10, 2020 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: Loop 1

5

Small campground. Well-maintained. Our campsite was right across from the bath/shower and didn't realize how close it was... VERY bright light on all night and a lot of foot traffic. Not terrible - just something to be aware of if you pick sites 12-13. There is NOT a manned entrance station so we were glad we had a printed copy of your reservation in the event there was an issue. The camp host was very nice and she came around routinely so the manned station thing might not be much of an issue anyway.

Abbigail K

Verified

August 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: Loop 1

5

Campsites and bathhouse are kept clean. Campsites are well looked after and maintained. There is a lot of greenery between sites, which gives the a feeling of extra privacy for your group.

Abbigail K

Verified

August 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: Loop 1

5

Campsites and bathhouse are kept clean. Campsites are well looked after and maintained. There is a lot of greenery between sites, which gives the a feeling of extra privacy for your group.

Karin C

Verified

August 23, 2020 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: Loop 1

3

The campsite itself was great - super cute, very very clean. We had direct access to the playground which the kids loved and the view of the sunset over the lake from our campfire was awesome. Camp host was sooo sweet and kind. Enjoyed meeting her. Campground is a 5 star. The challenge is the lake itself. Perhaps better for motorcraft, but we brought kayaks and fishing poles and we’re on or close to shore. The shoreline of the lake is very dirty! Tons of trash, both fishing junk like lines and food containers, but also cigarettes, signs of drug use and the signs of drugs being made.

This place has all the potential to be Amazing, but the Park System needs to get the day use under control before I would come back.

Karin C

Verified

August 23, 2020 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: Loop 1

3

The campsite itself was great - super cute, very very clean. We had direct access to the playground which the kids loved and the view of the sunset over the lake from our campfire was awesome. Camp host was sooo sweet and kind. Enjoyed meeting her. Campground is a 5 star. The challenge is the lake itself. Perhaps better for motorcraft, but we brought kayaks and fishing poles and we’re on or close to shore. The shoreline of the lake is very dirty! Tons of trash, both fishing junk like lines and food containers, but also cigarettes, signs of drug use and the signs of drugs being made.

This place has all the potential to be Amazing, but the Park System needs to get the day use under control before I would come back.

Location & Directions for Bush Recreation Area

440 Loyalhanna Dam Road, Saltsburg, PA 15681-2206 United States

Elevation: 288 ft

Getting There

<p>From Pittsburgh, take I-376 E (12.1 mi) 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...

Nearest town

Saltsburg, PA - 4.4 mi

About 8 min to downtown

Highway access

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.

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Last updated: October 23, 2026

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