79°
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
31%
52
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
Decent day for sunbathing.
Thunderstorms · 79°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 3pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 79. Southwest wind 5 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Tonight
Showers and thunderstorms likely before 7pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7pm and 9pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely between 9pm and 3am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 59. Southwest wind 2 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Weather
- 79°F air — ideal beach weather
- 31% rain — pop-up showers possible
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
54 /100
ok
69 Sunbathe
36 Walk
45 Fish
33 Photo
Best for sunbathing 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
Cloudy
Wind
5 to 9 mph
SW
Rain
31%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 12 PM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 10 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
78°F
Mostly Cloudy
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
4:06 PM
1.1 ft · in 1.4h
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:44 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
78°
Mostly Cloudy
11%
78
76°
Rain Showers
85%
38
82°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
19%
85
87°
Mostly Sunny
11%
85
91°
Mostly Sunny
13%
76
92°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
23%
43
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 31% 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.
Major
8:20 PM - 10:20 PM
Minor
1:50 AM - 2:50 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
966 Marina Rd, Patton, PA 16668
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Prince Gallitzin State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Prince Gallitzin State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
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.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS