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Johnstown Flood National Memorial – Location of man-made lake that caused Johnstown Flood📷 Cory Hartman, CC BY-SA 3.0

Johnstown Flood National Memorial

St. Michael, PA

History

The remains of the South Fork Dam, whose failure in 1889 sent a wall of water into Johnstown and killed more than 2,200 people. Exhibits and a film at the visitor center; free.

Nearest town
St. Michael, PA
Category
History & culture
GPS
40.3483, -78.7723

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and October. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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Campsites nearby

  • Mirror Lake CampgroundCampsite
    18 mi from Johnstown Flood National Memorial
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  • L & M CampgroundCampsite
    20 mi from Johnstown Flood National Memorial
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  • Yellow Creek CampgroundCampsite
    20 mi from Johnstown Flood National Memorial
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  • Wright's Orchard Station CampgroundCampsite
    20 mi from Johnstown Flood National Memorial
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  • Nature's Getaway RV ParkCampsite
    22 mi from Johnstown Flood National Memorial
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  • Rainbow Woods CampgroundCampsite
    24 mi from Johnstown Flood National Memorial
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All campsites in Pennsylvania · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Johnstown Flood National Memorial?

Johnstown Flood National Memorial is in St. Michael, PA, at GPS 40.3483, -78.7723. It is about 23 mi from Altoona.

Can you camp near Johnstown Flood National Memorial?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Blue Knob Camping Area, about 10 mi away; within 25 mi there are 20 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Johnstown Flood National Memorial?

Johnstown Flood National Memorial is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Laurel Highlands: Fort Necessity, Ohiopyle and Horseshoe Curve.

What is there to see near Johnstown Flood National Memorial?

Places worth a stop nearby: Horseshoe Curve National Historic Landmark (18 mi), Flight 93 National Memorial (21 mi), Fallingwater (48 mi) and Ohiopyle State Park (51 mi).

When is the best time to visit Johnstown Flood National Memorial?

The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)