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.

Skip the beach today.

53°F air

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

A chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 53. West wind around 13 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

Tonight

Mostly cloudy, with a low around 43. West wind 9 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph.

Weather

  • 53°F air — too cold to enjoy the beach
  • 37% rain — pop-up showers possible
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14 Sunbathe
42 Walk
47 Fish
58 Photo

Best for photography today

Air Temp
53°F
Cloudy
Wind
13 mph
W
Rain
37%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
22 Good
Ozone · Altoona
UV Peak
2 Low
Peaks 11 AM · burn in ~100m
Burn-free before 10 AM & after 12 PM
Tomorrow
62°F
Mostly Sunny
Water Temp
—
Sunrise
6:48 AM
Sunset
5:03 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Today Nov 7
53°

Chance Light Rain

37%
28
Sun Nov 8
62°

Mostly Sunny

2%
64
Mon Nov 9
59°

Mostly Sunny

2%
57
Tue Nov 10
66°

Sunny

0%
73
Wed Nov 11
63°

Mostly Sunny

2%
69
Thu Nov 12
56°

Light Rain Likely

57%
22
Fri Nov 13
49°

Chance Rain And Snow

47%
21
  • optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 37% rain chance

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
9:20 PM - 11:20 PM
Minor
4:50 AM - 5:50 AM
Major
9:40 AM - 11:40 AM
Minor
3:30 PM - 4:30 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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