Raystown Lake — Seven Points Beach

6993 Seven Points Rd, Hesston, PA 16647

The main swim beach at 8,300-acre Raystown Lake — the largest lake entirely within Pennsylvania. Two sections: a shallow sandy area for kids and a larger concrete-bottom zone. Flush toilets, showers, changing rooms, concession stand, water trampolines, playground, and sandboxes. Open dawn to dusk Memorial Day–Labor Day.

Ideal for a beach walk.

84°F air

Full NWS forecast for Today

Mostly sunny, with a high near 84. East wind around 5 mph.

Tonight

Mostly clear, with a low around 64. Southeast wind 1 to 5 mph.

Weather

  • 84°F air — ideal beach weather
  • Sunny skies — mostly sunny
83 /100
great
82 Sunbathe
86 Walk
82 Fish
82 Photo

Best for walking today

Air Temp
84°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind
5 mph
E
Rain
6%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
84°F
Sunny
Water Temp
Next High Tide
5:14 PM
1.2 ft · in 2.0h
Sunrise
5:52 AM
Sunset
8:42 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Today Jul 12
84°

Mostly Sunny

6%
84
Mon Jul 13
84°

Sunny

0%
86
Tue Jul 14
91°

Sunny

0%
79
Wed Jul 15
93°

Sunny

3%
73
Thu Jul 16
90°

Mostly Sunny

2%
79
Fri Jul 17
86°

Mostly Sunny

13%
81
Sat Jul 18
87°

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

27%
47
  • critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high

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

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

Major
10:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Minor
3:00 AM - 4:00 AM
Major
10:40 AM - 12:40 PM
Minor
7:20 PM - 8:20 PM

Parking

Ample paved lot.

Dogs

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

Entry Fee

Free (day-use parking)

Address

6993 Seven Points Rd, Hesston, PA 16647

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Is it safe to swim at Raystown Lake — Seven Points Beach today?

Raystown Lake — Seven Points Beach shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.

Is Raystown Lake — Seven Points Beach dog-friendly?

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

Is there an entry fee at Raystown Lake — Seven Points Beach?

Entry to Raystown Lake — Seven Points Beach is free.

Are there lifeguards at Raystown Lake — Seven Points Beach?

No lifeguards are stationed at Raystown Lake — Seven Points Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.

What amenities are at Raystown Lake — Seven Points Beach?

Amenities at Raystown Lake — Seven Points Beach include beach, water trampolines, playground, bathhouse, flush toilets, showers, concession, sandboxes.

When is the water warmest at Raystown Lake — Seven Points Beach?

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 Raystown Lake — Seven Points Beach located?

Raystown Lake — Seven Points Beach is in Huntingdon County, PA, at 6993 Seven Points Rd, Hesston, PA 16647.

Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS

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