About Bush Recreation Area
Available sites
40 total sites
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Activities & Attractions
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Birding
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Fishing
Hunting
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Year-round
Birding
Fishing
Hunting
Spring
Boating
Paddling
Summer
Boating
Paddling
Fall
Boating
Paddling
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Picnic Table
Fire Pit
Cooking and Fire
- Picnic Table
- Fire Pit
Water Access
- Lake Access
- Boat Ramp / Launch
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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.
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
Trish F
VerifiedMay 22, 2023 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: Loop 1
This was our 2 nd year camping at Bush’s Recreation Area. This will be at least a yearly camping spot for our group. The Hosts are always so friendly.
john m
VerifiedMay 20, 2023 • Stayed at: 036, Loop: Loop 1
During my stay, Darlene was the camp host. She was very nice and helpful going above and beyond to make sure my stay was safe and comfortable. In my opinion, she deserves a raise in pay.
john m
VerifiedMay 20, 2023 • Stayed at: 036, Loop: Loop 1
During my stay, Darlene was the camp host. She was very nice and helpful going above and beyond to make sure my stay was safe and comfortable. In my opinion, she deserves a raise in pay.
Sandra Z
VerifiedOctober 15, 2022 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: Loop 1
Not a nice campground. Not attractive…trees overgrown, no view of waterway. Drinking water was not potable, according to signs at the campsite.
Sandra Z
VerifiedOctober 15, 2022 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: Loop 1
Not a nice campground. Not attractive…trees overgrown, no view of waterway. Drinking water was not potable, according to signs at the campsite.
Jason R
VerifiedSeptember 18, 2022 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: Loop 1
Upon arrival, we were told by the camp host that rec.gov informed her we would have to leave the next morning by 10AM even though our reservation was for two nights. That same day, a ranger had called me earlier to tell me there were bees at my site and I'd have to move to a tent site with no electric. Ranger said nothing about having to leave the site early. Worst booking experience with a campsite ever. I still like the campground though.
Jason R
VerifiedSeptember 18, 2022 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: Loop 1
Upon arrival, we were told by the camp host that rec.gov informed her we would have to leave the next morning by 10AM even though our reservation was for two nights. That same day, a ranger had called me earlier to tell me there were bees at my site and I'd have to move to a tent site with no electric. Ranger said nothing about having to leave the site early. Worst booking experience with a campsite ever. I still like the campground though.
William T
VerifiedSeptember 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: Loop 1
Camp hostess Darlene was Super! Beautiful scenery.We had a great time!
William T
VerifiedSeptember 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: Loop 1
Camp hostess Darlene was Super! Beautiful scenery.We had a great time!
art b
VerifiedSeptember 15, 2022 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: Loop 1
If I would have known that I was allowed a generator, I could have kept my battery charged. Discovering that National Parks allow generators prompted me to go right out and get one of the quiet ones. Am looking forward to a more full camping experience on non electric sites at Bush and Shenango
Location & Directions for Bush Recreation Area
440 Loyalhanna Dam Road, Saltsburg, PA 15681-2206 United States
Elevation: 288 ft
Getting There
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 Bu...
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 Bush Recreation Area.
200 Boat Dock Road
New Alexandria PA, 15670
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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