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.

Ideal for a beach walk.

79°F air

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Sunny, with a high near 79. North wind around 5 mph.

Tonight

Clear, with a low around 53. Northwest wind 0 to 5 mph.

Weather

  • 79°F air — ideal beach weather
  • Sunny skies — clear conditions
85 /100
ideal
85 Sunbathe
88 Walk
73 Fish
80 Photo

Best for walking today

Air Temp
79°F
Clear
Wind
5 mph
N
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
82°F
Sunny
Water Temp
Next High Tide
9:51 PM
1.1 ft · in 28m
Sunrise
5:44 AM
Sunset
8:40 PM
Moon · 88%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
7-day chart →
Time Type Height
2:39 AM Low 0.5 ft
9:24 AM High 1.8 ft
4:51 PM Low 0.5 ft
9:51 PM High 1.1 ft
Today Jun 3
79°

Sunny

0%
85
Thu Jun 4
82°

Sunny

0%
85
Fri Jun 5
84°

Mostly Sunny

0%
84
Sat Jun 6
82°

Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

46%
38
Sun Jun 7
79°

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

60%
38
Mon Jun 8
76°

Mostly Sunny

13%
84
Tue Jun 9
77°

Mostly Sunny

12%
85
  • critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.

Minor
10:40 PM - 11:40 PM
Major
2:40 AM - 4:40 AM
Minor
7:40 AM - 8:40 AM
Major
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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

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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.

Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS

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