Conemaugh Lake Pavilions
Conemaugh River Lake — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: Saltsburg, PA, PA
Price: From $60 per night
Rating: 3.7 out of 5 (3 reviews)
Season: May through October
Tucked away amidst rolling hills, Conemaugh River Lake complements the tranquil rural countryside of southern Indiana County. Only a short drive from Pittsburgh, the project offers numerous recreational opportunities and historic resources to explore. Visitors will discover that Conemaugh’s pleasant surroundings are an ideal setting for outdoor adventure or a quiet escape.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 0%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Electric Hookups, Camp Host, Fishing, Boat Launch
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/conemaugh-lake-pavilions to be notified when sites open up.
Well-maintained recreation area about an hour from Pittsburgh offering scenic views of the dam and access to the West Penn Trail for biking. Highly rated at 4.7/5 stars with extensive activities including boating, fishing, hiking, and historic site exploration.
Wildlife alert: White-tailed Deer, American Black Bear, North American Porcupine, Striped Skunk, Wild Turkey, and Northern Short-eared Owl present in the area.
Insider tips for Conemaugh Lake Pavilions: Book early as this is a federal campground with only 2 tent sites Explore the West Penn Trail for biking nearby Access to boat launch and fishing on Conemaugh River Lake
Skip Conemaugh Lake Pavilions if: Expecting hookups - site has no electric hookups despite amenities listed. Traveling outside May-October - campground is seasonal. Seeking large site selection - only 2 tent sites available.
Best time to visit Conemaugh Lake Pavilions: May-October — Federal campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Nearby campgrounds: Bush Recreation Area (Saltsburg, PA), Loyalhanna Lake Pavilions (Saltsburg, PA), Hancock Bend Boat Launch And Recreation Area (Ford City, PA), Crooked Creek Lake Pavilions (Ford City, PA).
Cell Phone Coverage at Conemaugh Lake Pavilions
Cell signal at Conemaugh Lake Pavilions (Saltsburg, PA): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
Tucked away amidst rolling hills, Conemaugh River Lake complements the tranquil rural countryside of southern Indiana County. Only a short drive from Pittsburgh, the project offers numerous recreational opportunities and historic resources to explore. Visitors will discover that Conemaugh’s pleasant surroundings are an ideal setting for outdoor adventure or a quiet escape.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
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CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early as this is a federal campground with only 2 tent sites
Explore the West Penn Trail for biking nearby
Access to boat launch and fishing on Conemaugh River Lake
Federal campground operates seasonally May through October only
Things to do nearby
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LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.
Wildlife nearby
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Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
Getting there →
From Pittsburgh (west), take I-376 E keep left and continue onto US-22 E (27 miles). Make a left at PA-981 N located in New Alexandria, PA near the Sheetz gas station (5 miles). Turn right onto Tunnelton Road/SR 3003 (3 miles). Turn right onto Auen Road (1 mile). The entrance is on the right. From Blairsville (east), take Route 217 North to Newport Road. Turn left onto Newport Road. Travel 4 miles and turn left onto Clarksburg Road. Follow Clarksburg Road 2.8 miles to Y in road and bear left. Tu
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Conemaugh River Lake fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Conemaugh River Lake before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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