Closures at Raystown Lake have caused some Pa. outdoors enthusiasts to seek alternate camping, hiking spots. What to know about Pinchot, Allegheny Forest and others.

YORK COUNTY, Pa. — People looking for a quiet weekend away from home may have to look harder this year after new legislation has impacted the ability to camp at federally-funded campgrounds ...

HUNTINGDON COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Raystown Lake campground closures are still in effect through the start of the summer season, and local businesses in Huntington County say they’re paying the ...

by WJAC staff Fri, May 23rd 2025 at 5:59 PM Raystown Lake campsites (WJAC) TOPICS: Budget cuts Staffing woes Raystown Lake Campgrounds Memorial Day Federal hiring freeze Tourism High bacteria levels ...

Many have docked at Nancy’s Boat-To-Shore Campground, which is closed. Raystown Lake’s beaches, picnic pavilions, walking trails, boat launches and a mountain bike skills park will remain open.

As DOGE cuts close campgrounds, including at Raystown, state parks see surge Published: Apr. 05, 2025, 8:34 a.m. 1,702 shares By Tribune News Service ...

Raystown Lake, the popular outdoors recreation destination in Huntingdon County, will be closing its campgrounds until further notice, according to a statement from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

Raystown Lake in Huntingdon County is canceling this year’s campground reservations, citing staff shortages amid recent federal job cuts and hiring freezes. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers ...

The USACE, Baltimore District, closes campgrounds due to staffing shortages, affecting sites in Susquehanna and Potomac River Basins for 2025 recreation season.

Overview: Raystown Lake, located in Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania, is the largest lake entirely within the state, spanning 8,300 acres and reaching depths of 200 feet near the dam.

Raystown Lake, the popular outdoors recreation destination in Huntingdon County, will be closing its campgrounds until further notice, according to a statement from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

The federal government will be taking about an $800,000 loss by closing these campgrounds,” Price said. The campground closures could impact the local economy past Raystown Lake itself.