85°
Mostly Sunny
6%
85
Cumberland County, PA · Lake
Pine Grove Furnace State Park
1100 Pine Grove Rd, Gardners, PA 17324
696-acre park on South Mountain at the Appalachian Trail's halfway point — the AT Museum is on-site. Two swim lakes: 1.7-acre Fuller Lake (lifeguarded 11 AM–7 PM Memorial Day–Labor Day) and 25-acre Laurel Lake with boat rentals and an unguarded beach. Open 8 AM to sunset May 1–Sep 30.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
85°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 85. South wind 2 to 6 mph.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms between 9pm and 11pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63. Southwest wind 0 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 85°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
85 /100
ideal
85 Sunbathe
88 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
85°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
2 to 6 mph
S
Rain
6%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
84°F
Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
4:06 PM
1.1 ft · in 1.4h
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:41 AM
Sunset
8:42 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
84°
Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
45%
39
78°
Rain Showers
87%
38
83°
Mostly Sunny
12%
85
87°
Mostly Sunny
7%
85
93°
Mostly Sunny
9%
76
96°
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 lots at both lakes.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash in designated areas; not on swim beaches.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
1100 Pine Grove Rd, Gardners, PA 17324
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Pine Grove Furnace State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Pine Grove Furnace State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Pine Grove Furnace State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash in designated areas; not on swim beaches.
Is there an entry fee at Pine Grove Furnace State Park?
Entry to Pine Grove Furnace State Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Pine Grove Furnace State Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Pine Grove Furnace 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 Pine Grove Furnace State Park?
Amenities at Pine Grove Furnace State Park include lifeguards at Fuller, two swim beaches, boat rentals, camping, AT Museum, rail trail, historic iron furnace.
When is the water warmest at Pine Grove Furnace 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 Pine Grove Furnace State Park located?
Pine Grove Furnace State Park is in Cumberland County, PA, at 1100 Pine Grove Rd, Gardners, PA 17324.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS