| Camping on the Great Allegheny Passage is permitted in designated areas only.
There are several campgrounds sponsored by trail organizations and other public entities. In addition, there are commercial campgrounds. We've listed the ones closest to the trail below. YMCA Overnight Camping – (Commercial) -- 1.1 miles from mile post zero in Cumberland
The YMCA is just 1.1 miles from the junction of the terminus of the C&O Canal and beginning of the Great Allegheny Passage. Call the YMCA for reservations and directions.
- Fenced area for camping with eating shelter and picnic tables, barbeque grill and fire pit
Indoor shower facilities and access to a complete wellness center, indoor pool, sauna and steam room
Firewood available for sale
Contact: Cumberland YMCA
601 Kelly Road
Cumberland, MD 21502
Phone 301-777-9622
www.cumberlandymca.org/
Trail Inn Campground, Frostburg, at The Depot (Commercial) -- mile post 15
Up the switchback from the Frostburg Trailhead.
Potable water
Picnic tables, grills
Bike wash
Internet access
Coin-operated washer and dryer
Cafe
.301-689-6466
www.trailinnatfrostburg.com
Mason-Dixon Campground (Commercial) - About two miles from mile post 24
Campground is several miles from the trail, 150 yards into Somerset County, PA atop Big Savage Mountain. This campground is not readily accessible by bicycle from the trail.
- Campsites with full hook ups
Pull-throughs, back-ins, and lawn sites
Permanent bathroom facilities with hot showers
Potable water
Contact: Mason-Dixon Campground
4121 Greenville Road
Meyersdale, PA 15552
Phone 814-634-5982
Deer Valley YMCA Camp (Fee based, non-profit) - Uphill about three miles from mile post 35
This campground is not readily accessible by bicycle from the trail. Located at the base of Mount Davis, this campground is only appropriate for families and speciality groups. Reservations are required.
- Heated cabins with running water
Hot showers
Washers and dryers
Horseback riding
Waterfront swimming
Craft shop
Contact: Deer Valley YMCA Camp
254 Deer Valley Drive
Fort Hill, PA 15540-2131
Phone 800-962-2386
Email: deervalley@ymcaofpittsburgh.org
www.deervalleyymca.org
Husky Haven Campground, Rockwood (Commercial) -- mile 43
Near Mile Post 43 - right on the Great Allegheny
- Open all year - $10 per night/per person camping. PRIMITIVE Campsites
Potable water & bath house 6/10 mile from campsites
Chemical toilets
Picnic table, trash can
Fire
ring, firewood
Bike wash
Pet friendly
Internet access and cell phone service are available in the office
- 400 yards from Rockwood Trailhead (across bridge).
There is spotty cell service in this area. 814-926-2024
www.huskyhavencampground.com
Huston’s Hickory Hollow Campground (Commercial) - Uphill four miles from mile post 45
This campground is not readily accessible by bicycle from the trail. Reservations are required.
- Campsites with full hook ups
Fishing lake
Shuttle service available
Permanent bathroom facilities with hot showers
Potable water
Contact: Huston’s Hickory Hollow Campground
176 Big Hickory Road
Rockwood, PA 15557
Phone 814-926-4636
Email: Info@hickoryhollowcampground.com
www.hickoryhollowcampground.com
Youghiogheny River Dam Outflow Area Corps of Engineers Campground (Commercial) – mile post 62
This campground is approximately 200 feet from the Great Allegheny Passage.
- Campsites with full hook-ups
Trail user area with tent space and fire rings
Permanent bathroom facilities with hot showers
Potable water
Many other services are available in the town of Confluence.
Contact: Outflow Campground
497 Flanigan Road
Confluence, PA 15424-1932
Phone 814-395-3242
Email: youghiogheny.ranger@usace.army.mil
Ohiopyle State Park (Commercial) -- One mile uphill from mile post 73
Take marked side trail just north of Ohiopyle High Bridge near mile post 73 up steep hill.
- Reservations are required to ensure campsite availability.
Tent sites, platform tents, small cabin
Permanent bathroom facilities with hot showers
Potable water
- The campgroungs do completely fill on weekends and is best to have advanced reservations.
Contact: Call 888-PA-PARKS for reservations.
Ohiopyle State Park
P. O. Box 105
Ohiopyle, PA 15470
Phone 724-329-8591
www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/Parks/ohiopyle.aspx
River’s Edge Camping and Cabins (Commercial) - mile post 92
- Campsites with hook ups- Reservations are not required.
Tent sites include a table & fire ring
- Full-service cabins - Reservations are required
Swimming pool – Free to registered campers and guests
Coin operated laundry
Convenience store
Volleyball court, horseshoe pits, half basketball court, children’s playground
Permanent bathroom facilities with hot showers
Potable water
Contact: River’s Edge Camping and Cabins
1101 River’s Edge Road
Connellsville, PA 15425
Phone 724-628-4880
www.campriversedge.com
Roundbottom Primitive Campground - mile post 99
Roundbottom is adjacent to the trail and fronts the Youghiogheny River, making this location accessible for both trail and river users.
- No fee
Groups of 10 or more must make reservations.
(As of May 30, 2008 this water pump is not working) There is a pump for water.
Portable toilet from May to September.
Contact: Regional Trail Corporation
P. O. Box 95
West Newton, PA 15089
Phone 724-872-5586
Hazelbaker’s Bottom Yough Outfitters (Commercial) - Across the river from mile post 102
- Some primitive camping available April through October
Reservations required
No running water or electricity
Pit toilets
Bait, tackle, gift shop.
Snack shop (with coffee for those cold camping mornings).
Horseshoe pits, volleyball court, playing field.
Contact: Hazelbaker's
654 Layton Road
Perryopolis, PA 15473
Phone 724-736-8155
1-800-42-RIVER
Email hazelbakerscanoes@worldnet.att.net
www.hazelbakerscanoes.com
Cedar Creek Park Primitive Campground - mile post 110
Contact: Regional Trail Corporation
P. O. Box 95
West Newton, PA 15089
Phone 724-872-5586
Dravo’s Landing Primitive Campground - mile post 122
Dravo's Landing is directly behind Dravo Cemetery, six miles south of Boston Trailhead, one and one-half miles north of Buena Vista Trailhead.
- Room for several tents, two fire rings, and two picnic tables.
Permanent restroom facilities.
Pump for well water.
No fee, but groups of 10 or more must make reservations.
Contact: Regional Trail Corporation
P. O. Box 95
West Newton, PA 15089
Phone 724-872-5586
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