Youghiogheny River Lake

06/15/2026

Drowning doesn’t look like it does in the movies. It can happen with 30 seconds for children and 60 seconds for many adults, and often silently, even close to shore. Around 40% of drownings are witnessed. Most of the time others may be nearby but don’t realize someone is in trouble.
Learn the 4 signs of drowning - head back, mouth open, not yelling or calling for help, and arms slapping the water surface (not waving around). Most importantly, always wear a life jacket to avoid an accident becoming a tragedy.

06/12/2026

Water safety is for everyone - human babies and fur babies alike! Make sure your entire family is wearing a life jacket every time you’re in, on, or near open water to ensure that your visit is great.

06/11/2026

It's shaping up to be a beautiful weekend to enjoy the park!

Our recreation areas are ready for visitors, including: 🚤 Somerfield Boat Launch 🚤 Jockey Hollow Boat Launch 🚤 Spillway Boat Launch

Looking to cool off? Stop by: 🏖️The Spillway Beach 🏖️ Mill Run Beach

Whether you're launching a boat, spending the day on the water, or relaxing at one of our swim beaches, we hope you have a safe and enjoyable visit.

Please remember to wear your life jackets, practice water safety, and help keep our recreation areas clean for everyone to enjoy.

06/08/2026

To honor Andy, please wear a life jacket when boating to increase your chances of surviving carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. Boaters should use a marine CO detector, seat children in the forward-most seating on a boat, avoid idling and exposure to emissions from other boats, and always maintain fresh air circulation.

06/05/2026

You know what isn’t cool? Drowning. USACE data shows 88% of drowning victims are male, meaning men are about 7 times more likely to drown than women. Gentlemen, if you want to impress someone, start by buckling that life jacket.

06/03/2026

Start paddling smart by taking an online safe paddling course. From securing your boat to your vehicle to waterway hazard identification and what to do during challenging weather, this online course covers everything you need to know to ensure your paddling experience is safe and enjoyable.

Get started here:

Get ready for your day on the water with this free online paddlesports training program brought to you by the ACA and the U.S. Coast guard!

06/01/2026

A life jacket can’t save your life if it’s floating on top of the water and you’re sinking to the bottom. Having a life jacket on your boat, even if it’s “readily accessible,” is not good enough. so you can enjoy boating another day.

05/29/2026

Fishing is a lot of fun even when a big fish gets away. Please play it safe and always wear a life jacket when fishing from a kayak, boat, the shore, or a dock. Please Wear It

05/27/2026

A day of fun can quickly turn into a tragic event without a life jacket. By always wearing your life jacket and asking others to, it could save your life or the life of someone you care about.

YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W1Qi7JC90sk&list=PLY99hcdHZFFGH9F1jTqPwW062CxbJIrbD&index=25

DVIDS link: https://www.dvidshub.net/video/429292/girl-overboard-psa

Partying with friends on a boat can be great fun but it can turn tragic in an instant. Watch this fast-paced video to see some young party-goers learn a vit...

05/26/2026

Attention Anglers!🚧🚫🐟The Outflow Fishing Area is currently closed.🚧🚫🐟 The fishing area🏞🐟 will reopen when discharge is under 3600 cfs. Thank you.