Recreation Opportunities
The Quemahoning Family Recreation Area (QFRA)
Established in 2004 through a joint venture of the Cambria Somerset Authority (CSA) and Summer’s Best Two Weeks (SB2W).
For a fee, visitors to the QFRA are able to enjoy pavilions; boat/canoe/kayak launch (electric operated boats only); picnic tables; fire rings/grilles; children’s playground; tent, RV, and group camping sites; rustic cabins; restrooms and shower facilities; swim beach; and basketball, softball, and soccer facilities. The QFRA is managed by Summer’s Best Two Weeks (SB2W). For reservations, inquiries, or more information about the park, contact SB2W:
For reservations, inquiries, or more info contact below.
Phone: (814) 233-9512
Web: http://www.quefamilyrec.com/
Rates and Fees
Use Passes:
Annual Pass (inc. trailers): $75
Annual Sr. Pass (60+): $55
Day Pass: $5
Day Pass (with trailer): $10
Tent Campsites
Individual Sites: $23.00/night weekday
$25.00/night weekends
RV Campsites
All: $35.00 weekdays/night $37.00 weekends/night
Rustic Cabins
Weekend: $52/night
Weeknight: $50/night
Pavilions
Large: $125
Mid-Size (1/2 of Large): $75
Small: $30*
Policies:
- Weekend rate applies to Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights.
- For detailed information regarding the QFRA bookings and rentals please visit www.quefamilyrec.com or call 814-233-9512
Birdman Road Boat Launch
Map and Directions
From the East
- Take Pennsylvania Turnpike (76) to the Somerset Exit #110 (former Exit # 10)
- Take Route 601 North to its junction with Route 219
- Go North on Route 219 to the Jennerstown/Rt. 30 Exit
- Take a Left onto Route 30 for .25 miles
- Right on Main St. and take immediate Right on Alwine
- Go .8 miles until a T intersection
- Go RIGHT on Green Bridge Rd. for 1.5 miles
- Turn LEFT on Quemahoning Dam Rd. and cross bridge
- At stop sign, turn RIGHT and continue for about 2 miles
- The entrance to the recreation area is on your RIGHT!
From the West
- Take Route 30 East through Ligonier and Jennerstown
- Left on Main St. and take immediate Right on Alwine.
- Go .8 miles until a T intersection
- Go RIGHT on Green Bridge Rd. for 1.5 miles
- Turn LEFT on Quemahoning Dam Rd. and cross bridge
- At stop sign, turn RIGHT and continue for about 2 miles
- The entrance to the recreation area is on your RIGHT!
Future Plans and Additional
Future plans at the Quemahoning Reservoir include:
Continued operation of the QFRA.
Continued availability of public boating and fishing.
2021: Construction of additional rustic cabins, RV sites, showerhouse/restrooms, expanded parking and small pavilion.
Additional Info:
CSA also developed Wildlife Habitat Food Plots and a Chestnut Orchard in 2009 and installed a whitewater release valve at the Que. For more information about projects click here.
In the Spring of 2011, CSA opened a historical display of a Venturi meter and a mini museum to display artifacts and photos.
