Shenango Rec Area Campground
Shenango Rec Area Campground is an Army Corps of Engineers campground in Pennsylvania. Hookups: electric.
- Type
- Army Corps of Engineers campground
- Location
- Pennsylvania
- Coordinates
- 41.28889, -80.43833
- Hookups
- Electric
- Activities
- Amphitheater, Boating, Camping, Canoeing, Day Use Area, Fishing, Kayaking
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 724-646-1124
Amenities
- Reservable sites
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About Shenango Rec Area Campground
Overview The Shenango Recreation Area is situated within the broad, flat, meandering valleys of the Shenango River and Pymatuning Creek. Sharon, Pennsylvania is approximately 7 miles southwest and Youngstown, Ohio is about 21 miles west. Visitors to the area enjoy camping, boating and fishing. Recreation The lake provides an attractive setting for picnicking, camping, boating or simply enjoying nature's beauty. Anglers fish for bass, walleye, muskellunge and a variety of panfish. The lake is shallow and water levels generally drop throughout the summer, especially after the Fourth of July, depending upon rainfall. The Coonie Trail is one-half mile in length. This self-guided interpretive nature trail invites visitors not only to experience the beauty of Shenango River Lake but also to learn about its varied habitats and relationships between plants, animals and humans. Shenango Lake is an unlimited horsepower lake and has six free boat launches for access. The Lakeside Picnic Shelter is located on site and can be reserved for reunions or other large gatherings. Facilities This large campground contains over 300 campsites, many of which have electric hookups. Flush toilets, drinking water, showers and a dump station are provided. Playgrounds, a horseshoe pit and boat ramp are on-site. The campground is reservation only. Reservations can be be made on the day of arrival. Natural Features Shenango River Lake stretches 11 miles up its namesake river, covering over 11,00
Cell coverage
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Sheetz · 3.1 mi
- Low clearances
- 5 bridges or tunnels at 14 ft or less within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shenango Recreational Area Campground | Public campground | 0.4 mi | — | — |
| Shenango Lake Shenango Lakeside Picnic Shelter | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 0.5 mi | — | Electric |
| Shenango Lake Clark Picnic Shelter | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 0.7 mi | — | Electric |
| Shenango Lake Mahaney Spruce Cove Trails End Rolling Meadows Skyline Picnic Shelters | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 2.0 mi | — | Electric |
| Shenango Lake Mahaney Outflow Riverview Picnic Shelter | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 2.2 mi | — | Electric |
| Dilligaf RV | RV park | 2.8 mi | — | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.