Cumberland County, PA · Lake

Pine Grove Furnace State Park

696-acre park on South Mountain at the Appalachian Trail's halfway point — the AT Museum is on-site. Two swim lakes: 1.7-acre Fuller Lake (lifeguarded 11 AM–7 PM Memorial Day–Labor Day) and 25-acre Laurel Lake with boat rentals and an unguarded beach. Open 8 AM to sunset May 1–Sep 30.

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Today's Conditions

Ideal for a beach walk.

85°F air

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Mostly sunny, with a high near 85. Southwest wind around 7 mph.

Tonight

A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 69. Southwest wind around 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Weather

85°F air — ideal beach weather
Sunny skies — mostly sunny

84 /100

great

83 Sunbathe

87 Walk

72 Fish

82 Photo

Best for walking today

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

85°F

Clear

Wind

7 mph

Rain

This Afternoon

UV Peak

7 High

High 12 PM–01 PM · burn in ~29m

Burn-free before 10 AM & after 05 PM

Tomorrow

81°F

Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Water

Water Temp

—

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

6:44 AM

Sunset

7:28 PM

Moon · 5%

Waning Crescent

Spring tides — bigger range

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Sep 9

85°

Mostly Sunny

Thu Sep 10

81°

Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

46%

Fri Sep 11

77°

Mostly Sunny

Sat Sep 12

76°

Chance Rain Showers

54%

Sun Sep 13

81°

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

18%

Mon Sep 14

80°

Mostly Sunny

Tue Sep 15

82°

Mostly Sunny

What to Bring Today

recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Best Fishing Times Today

Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.

Major

10:40 PM - 12:40 AM

Minor

4:30 AM - 5:30 AM

Major

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Minor

6:20 PM - 7:20 PM

Beach Info

Parking

State park lots at both lakes.

Dogs

Dogs permitted on leash in designated areas; not on swim beaches.

Entry Fee

Free

Address

1100 Pine Grove Rd, Gardners, PA 17324

Amenities

lifeguards at Fullertwo swim beachesboat rentalscampingAT Museumrail trailhistoric iron furnace

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Pine Grove Furnace State Park today?

Pine Grove Furnace State Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.

Is Pine Grove Furnace State Park dog-friendly?

Dogs permitted on leash in designated areas; not on swim beaches.

Is there an entry fee at Pine Grove Furnace State Park?

Entry to Pine Grove Furnace State Park is free.

Are there lifeguards at Pine Grove Furnace State Park?

Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Pine Grove Furnace State Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.

What amenities are at Pine Grove Furnace State Park?

Amenities at Pine Grove Furnace State Park include lifeguards at Fuller, two swim beaches, boat rentals, camping, AT Museum, rail trail, historic iron furnace.

When is the water warmest at Pine Grove Furnace State Park?

Inland lakes peak in July and August at 75-80°F and hold warmth longer than tidal beaches. Swimming comfortable from mid-June through September.

Where is Pine Grove Furnace State Park located?

Pine Grove Furnace State Park is in Cumberland County, PA, at 1100 Pine Grove Rd, Gardners, PA 17324.