82°
Showers And Thunderstorms
93%
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Clearfield County, PA · Lake
Parker Dam State Park
28 Fairview Rd, Penfield, PA 15849
A 968-acre park in the Moshannon State Forest with a sand beach on 20-acre Parker Lake. Max depth five feet at the buoy line. Rustic cabins, tent-and-trailer camping, and 30+ miles of forest trails. Open 8 AM to sunset late May–mid September.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
93% rain · Thunderstorms · NWS alert active
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Showers and thunderstorms. Some of the storms could be severe. Cloudy, with a high near 82. West wind around 12 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tonight
Showers and thunderstorms before 10pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 10pm and midnight. Some of the storms could be severe. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 60. West wind 6 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
Weather
- 82°F air — ideal beach weather
- 93% rain — wet day — beach day is off
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- NWS alert active — flood watch issued july 18 at 4:11pm edt until july 19 at 12:00am edt by nws state college pa
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22 Sunbathe
0 Walk
21 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Weather alert in effect
Flood Watch issued July 18 at 4:11PM EDT until July 19 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS State College PA
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued July 18 at 1:03PM EDT until July 18 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS State College PA
Atmosphere
Air Temp
82°F
Cloudy
Wind
12 mph
W
Rain
93%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
3 Moderate
Peaks 04 PM · burn in ~67m
Burn-free before 03 PM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
77°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
11:05 PM
1.7 ft · in 2.1h
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:56 AM
Sunset
8:43 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
77°
Mostly Sunny
2%
85
79°
Mostly Sunny
0%
87
80°
Showers And Thunderstorms
86%
18
73°
Chance Rain Showers
49%
51
74°
Mostly Sunny
7%
83
79°
Sunny
5%
86
What to Bring Today
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 12 mph wind
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 93% chance of rain
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
State park lot.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash in designated areas; not on swim beach.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
28 Fairview Rd, Penfield, PA 15849
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Parker Dam State Park today?
Parker Dam 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. 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 Parker Dam State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash in designated areas; not on swim beach.
Is there an entry fee at Parker Dam State Park?
Entry to Parker Dam State Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Parker Dam State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Parker Dam State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Parker Dam State Park?
Amenities at Parker Dam State Park include beach, cabins, camping, trails, boat rentals, interpretive center.
When is the water warmest at Parker Dam 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 Parker Dam State Park located?
Parker Dam State Park is in Clearfield County, PA, at 28 Fairview Rd, Penfield, PA 15849.
Nearby Beaches
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