Loyalhanna Lake

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Loyalhanna Lake Official page. One of 16 flood risk management reservoirs in USACE Pittsburgh District. The lake and the dam are located entirely in Westmoreland County, PA.

Located 4.5 above its junction with the Conemaugh River at Saltsburg, PA forming the Kiskiminetas River. Loyalhanna Lake offers many recreational opportunities at it's dam facility such as fishing, pavillion rentals, picnic tables, as well as a playground. Visitors to the lake will discover rolling foothills of the Laurel Highlands, from which the headwaters of Loyalhanna Creek flow, the steep, wooded hillsides and ravines found in the vicinity of the dam. In the midst of these surroundings, visitors to Loyalhanna Lake can enjoy many outdoor activities. Approximately 6 miles from the damsite, Bush Recreation Area offers plenty of opportunites for recreation. Visitors can enjoy fishing and boating on the lake, picnicing in the day use area, and camping at one of the 44 campsites available. For boaters, the lake offers many opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. A three-lane boat launching ramp is provided for power boaters and water-ski enthusiasts. Canoeists can float Loyalhanna Creek as it meanders on its course toward the lake, providing beautiful scenery and a chance to observe nature.

10/16/2026

Bush Rec Area and the Boat launch are OPEN

10/13/2026

Bush Rec Area Boat launch is CLOSED 10/13/2026

09/30/2026

Public dock at Bush Rec Area was moved to winter storage September 29, 2026

09/28/2026

Bush Rec Area Boat launch is open

Dock is CLOSED

09/21/2026

Boat launch and dock at Bush Rec Area is CLOSED

09/17/2026

Boat launch at Bush Rec Area is OPEN Dock is CLOSED September 17, 2026.

09/13/2026

Boat launch & dock at Bush Rec Area are CLOSED September 13, 2026.

09/08/2026

Boat launch at Bush Rec Area is OPEN. Campground, picnic area & play area are open. Dock may be open by Thursday morning . Check here for updates.

09/07/2026

Boat launch & dock at Bush Rec Area are CLOSED. Campground, picnic area & play area are open. Launch may be open tomorrow. Check here for updates

09/05/2026

Boat launch & dock at Bush Rec Area are CLOSED. Campground, picnic area & play area are open.

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440 Loyalhanna Dam Road
Saltsburg, PA
15681

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 4pm
Tuesday 7am - 4pm
Wednesday 7am - 4pm
Thursday 7am - 4pm
Friday 7am - 4pm

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