87°
Mostly Sunny
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York County, PA · Lake
Gifford Pinchot State Park
2200 Rosstown Rd, Lewisberry, PA 17339
2,338 acres in northern York County built around 340-acre Pinchot Lake. ADA-accessible swim beach in the Quaker Race Day Use Area, plus boat rentals (electric motors only), three launches, snack bar, playground, and an EV charging station near the concession. Open 8 AM to sunset late May–mid September.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
87°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 87. South wind 2 to 9 mph.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms between 9pm and 11pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 64. South wind 0 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 87°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
84 /100
great
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
73 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.6 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
87°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind
2 to 9 mph
S
Rain
7%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–01 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
86°F
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
4:06 PM
1.1 ft · in 1.4h
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:39 AM
Sunset
8:40 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:20 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 11:36 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 4:06 PM | High | 1.1 ft |
| 10:09 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
86°
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
43%
57
79°
Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
86%
19
84°
Mostly Sunny
10%
85
88°
Mostly Sunny
7%
85
94°
Mostly Sunny
14%
76
97°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
18%
44
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very 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
8:10 PM - 10:10 PM
Minor
1:50 AM - 2:50 AM
Major
8:40 AM - 10:40 AM
Minor
4:50 PM - 5:50 PM
Beach Info
Parking
State park lot.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash in designated areas; not on swim beach.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
2200 Rosstown Rd, Lewisberry, PA 17339
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Gifford Pinchot State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Gifford Pinchot State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Gifford Pinchot State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash in designated areas; not on swim beach.
Is there an entry fee at Gifford Pinchot State Park?
Entry to Gifford Pinchot State Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Gifford Pinchot State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Gifford Pinchot State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Gifford Pinchot State Park?
Amenities at Gifford Pinchot State Park include beach, ADA access, boat rentals, snack bar, playground, EV charger, fishing, camping.
When is the water warmest at Gifford Pinchot 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 Gifford Pinchot State Park located?
Gifford Pinchot State Park is in York County, PA, at 2200 Rosstown Rd, Lewisberry, PA 17339.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS