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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District announced it will waive day-use fees at all district-operated recreation areas in observance of the Army Corps’ birthday, June 16.
The waiver covers fees for boat launch ramps and swimming beaches. The waiver does not apply to camping and camping-related services, or fees for specialized facilities, including group picnic shelters and events. Other agencies managing recreation areas on Corps of Engineers lands are encouraged, but not required, to offer the waiver in the areas they manage.
Visitors are encouraged to contact lake and river projects before visiting to ensure recreation areas are open. More information can be found at www.corpslakes.us or www.recreation.gov.
USACE offers other fee-free days throughout the year to mark days of celebration and commemoration. In 2026, fee-free days are:
- Presidents Day: Feb. 16, 2026
- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ birthday: June 16, 2026
- Independence Day weekend: July 3-5, 2026
- National Public Lands Day: Sept. 26, 2026
- Veterans Day: Nov. 11, 2026
The fee-free initiative was first instituted on Veterans Day 2006 with the intent to support and honor the men and women who have served the nation in the U.S. Armed Forces.
The Corps of Engineers is one of the leading federal providers of outdoor and water-based recreation, hosting millions of visits annually to its more than 400 lake and river projects. It’s estimated that 90 percent of corps-operated recreation areas are within 50 miles of metropolitan areas, offering diverse outdoor activities for all ages close to home.
