79°
Mostly Sunny
8%
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Somerset County, PA · Lake
Laurel Hill State Park
1454 Laurel Hill Park Rd, Somerset, PA 15501
1,200-foot sand beach on 63-acre Laurel Hill Lake in the Laurel Highlands. Lifeguarded 11 AM–7 PM Memorial Day weekend–Labor Day. Maximum depth 5 feet. Boat rentals (paddleboards, canoes, kayaks), food concession, amphitheater, volleyball court, camping, heated showers. Open 8 AM to sunset late-May through Labor Day.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
79°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 79. Southwest wind 3 to 8 mph.
Tonight
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7pm and 8pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8pm and midnight, then showers and thunderstorms between midnight and 4am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 59. Southwest wind 1 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 79°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
84 /100
great
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
88 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
79°F
Clear
Wind
3 to 8 mph
SW
Rain
8%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
77°F
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
4:06 PM
1.1 ft · in 1.4h
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:49 AM
Sunset
8:49 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
77°
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
40%
39
75°
Showers And Thunderstorms
91%
19
80°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
38%
54
85°
Mostly Sunny
10%
85
89°
Mostly Sunny
6%
76
90°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
16%
52
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — 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
8:20 PM - 10:20 PM
Minor
2:00 AM - 3:00 AM
Major
8:50 AM - 10:50 AM
Minor
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Beach Info
Parking
State park lot.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash in designated areas; not on swim beach.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
1454 Laurel Hill Park Rd, Somerset, PA 15501
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Laurel Hill State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Laurel Hill State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Laurel Hill State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash in designated areas; not on swim beach.
Is there an entry fee at Laurel Hill State Park?
Entry to Laurel Hill State Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Laurel Hill State Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Laurel Hill 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 Laurel Hill State Park?
Amenities at Laurel Hill State Park include lifeguards, beach, bathhouse, concession, boat rentals, camping, volleyball, amphitheater.
When is the water warmest at Laurel Hill 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 Laurel Hill State Park located?
Laurel Hill State Park is in Somerset County, PA, at 1454 Laurel Hill Park Rd, Somerset, PA 15501.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS