Ohiopyle State Park - United States
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Best time to visit Ohiopyle State Park
Late spring through early fall, roughly May to October, is the best window for RV travel, with warm days, open campgrounds, and reliable access to rafting outfitters and the Great Allegheny Passage. June through August brings peak crowds and weekend traffic in the borough of Ohiopyle, so midweek arrivals are easier for larger rigs. Spring wildflowers and autumn foliage offer the best scenery of the year. Winter visits are possible for day use, but campground services are limited and mountain roads can be icy.
Kentuck Campground closed in winter; day-use only
Campground closed; icy roads possible
Campground closed early month; opens late March or early April
Spring rains; rivers run high
Wildflower season; rafting begins
Peak rafting; reserve campsites early
Hot, humid, busy weekends
Peak season continues
Cooler, less crowded shoulder season
Fall foliage peak mid-month
Campground closes mid to late month
Campground closed; day-use only
Things to do at Ohiopyle State Park
- Cucumber Falls EasyRV parking available
Cucumber Falls is a 30-foot bridal-veil waterfall on Cucumber Run, a short walk from a roadside parking area off SR 2019. The viewing area is a quick descent from the lot, and a small RV-accessible parking pull-off is nearby for shorter rigs.
- Ferncliff Peninsula Natural Area EasyRV parking available
Ferncliff Peninsula is a National Natural Landmark loop trail along a horseshoe bend in the Youghiogheny River. The 1.7-mile Ferncliff Trail circles the peninsula past rapids, river overlooks, and rare wildflowers.
- Great Allegheny Passage (GAP) Bike Ride EasyRV parking available
The GAP offers an easy 10.5-mile bike ride or walk from Ohiopyle to Confluence, with eateries and lodging at the far end. The crushed-limestone trail follows the Youghiogheny River with gentle grades suitable for all skill levels. Trailhead parking in Ohiopyle accommodates vehicles, and bike rentals are available in town. home.nps.gov/pohe/planyourvisit/ohiopyle_and_confluence.htm
- Youghiogheny River Whitewater Rafting Moderate
The Lower Yough is one of the most popular whitewater runs in the eastern United States, with continuous Class III to IV rapids. Licensed outfitters in Ohiopyle borough provide guided trips and shuttle service, and the Middle Yough offers a calmer Class I to II float.
- Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail (Southern Terminus) StrenuousRV parking available
From Ohiopyle, the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail heads northeast and climbs in stages from 1,200 feet to almost 2,800 feet over nine miles, including a steep climb of about 1,100 feet beginning near milepost 7. Day hikers can sample the first few miles for river overlooks before turning back. Trailhead parking is available near the park office. nps.gov/pohe/planyourvisit/ohiopyle-route-653.htm
- Meadow Run Natural Waterslides EasyRV parking available
The Meadow Run Natural Waterslides are a series of smooth sandstone chutes carved by Meadow Run, a popular swimming spot in summer. A short trail from the parking area on SR 381 leads to the slides and pools.
- Baughman Trail and Tharp Knob Overlook ModerateRV parking available
Baughman Trail climbs from the river up to overlooks of the Youghiogheny Gorge with panoramic views of the surrounding ridges. The route is roughly 6 miles round trip with steady elevation gain through hardwood forest.
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How to get to Ohiopyle State Park
Ohiopyle State Park sits in southwestern Pennsylvania about 65 miles southeast of Pittsburgh, roughly a 90-minute drive via I-76 and PA Route 381. From Morgantown, West Virginia, the park is about 50 miles north, around an hour and 15 minutes. RV drivers should be cautious on PA 381 and SR 2010 through the borough of Ohiopyle, where streets are narrow, grades are steep down into the river gorge, and parking for large rigs near the falls and rail-trail is limited. Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) is the closest major airport for fly-and-rent travelers.
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