82°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
55%
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Cambria County, PA · Lake
Prince Gallitzin State Park
966 Marina Rd, Patton, PA 16668
1,600-acre Glendale Lake with nine public boat launches, three mooring facilities for sailboats and pontoons, and a full marina. Sand beach open late May–mid September, 8 AM to sunset, with a food concession, modern bathhouses, dressing rooms, and a large picnic area. Ice cream at the marina.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · 55% rain · NWS alert active
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 5pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Some of the storms could be severe. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 82. Southwest wind around 13 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Tonight
Showers and thunderstorms before midnight, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between midnight and 1am. Some of the storms could be severe. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62. West wind 5 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Weather
- 82°F air — ideal beach weather
- 55% rain — rain likely at some point
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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41 Sunbathe
9 Walk
6 Fish
27 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
13 mph
SW
Rain
55%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
6 High
High 02 PM–03 PM · burn in ~33m
Burn-free before 01 PM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
77°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
11:05 PM
1.7 ft · in 2.1h
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:58 AM
Sunset
8:42 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
77°
Mostly Sunny
2%
85
80°
Sunny
1%
87
81°
Showers And Thunderstorms
82%
19
74°
Rain Showers Likely
60%
44
74°
Mostly Sunny
4%
84
79°
Sunny
6%
85
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 6 — high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 13 mph wind
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 55% rain chance
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.
Minor
10:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Major
3:50 AM - 5:50 AM
Minor
10:20 AM - 11:20 AM
Major
4:00 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
966 Marina Rd, Patton, PA 16668
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Prince Gallitzin State Park today?
Prince Gallitzin 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 Prince Gallitzin State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash in designated areas; not on swim beach.
Is there an entry fee at Prince Gallitzin State Park?
Entry to Prince Gallitzin State Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Prince Gallitzin State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Prince Gallitzin State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Prince Gallitzin State Park?
Amenities at Prince Gallitzin State Park include beach, bathhouse, concession, marina, boat rentals, cabins, camping, ice cream.
When is the water warmest at Prince Gallitzin 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 Prince Gallitzin State Park located?
Prince Gallitzin State Park is in Cambria County, PA, at 966 Marina Rd, Patton, PA 16668.
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