Overview Loyalhanna Lake is located in the Laurel Highlands. This location provides picturesque views of the lake as well as opportunities for bird watching, boating, fishing, hunting and paddle sports. Recreation The Bush Recreation Area offers boating with unlimited horse power. Visitors to the area can kayak or canoe the lake as well, and take advantage of kayak rentals located in the Bush Recreation Area. The Loyalhanna Lake area offers great fishing opportunities, with multiple bass tournaments each year. This lake also has some of the best channel catfishing in Pennsylvania, with multiple fish stockings each year. If you like fishing from shore there are plenty of opportunities to fish both moving and still waters. Those that like to go bike riding can find the West Penn Trail located at our sister project just 10 minutes away. Facilities The pavilions are provided with electric sources and large charcoal grills for cookouts. Patrons of the pavilions will have access to flushing toilets and drinking water. Natural Features The pavilions are located in a beautiful valley overlooking Loyalhanna Lake.
Source: rec_gov · last verified 2026-05-19