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Bush Recreation Area

Saltsburg, Pennsylvania · Westmoreland County · Facility

This recreation area is part of Loyalhanna Lake

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40.43861, -79.43833
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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Bush Recreation Area

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High65°F
Avg Low49°F
Peak Rain Chance29%
Humidity70%
UV (avg)3
Today
⛅
Partly Cloudy
76°/56°
💧 1%🌬 8mph
↑ 6:49 AM ↓ 5:12 PM
Wed
🌧
Rain
78°/54°
💧 15%🌬 10mph
↑ 6:51 AM ↓ 5:11 PM
Thu
🌧
Heavy Rain
67°/53°
💧 29%🌬 12mph
↑ 6:52 AM ↓ 5:09 PM
Fri
☁️
Overcast
58°/44°
💧 6%🌬 11mph
↑ 6:53 AM ↓ 5:08 PM
Sat
🌦
Light Drizzle
45°/39°
💧 17%🌬 12mph
↑ 6:54 AM ↓ 5:07 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

About Bush Recreation Area

This recreation area is part of Loyalhanna Lake

Plan Your Visit to Bush Recreation Area

Heading to Bush Recreation Area? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Bush Recreation Area?

No central reservation system listed for Bush Recreation Area. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/248330) for the latest entry policy and availability.

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