Raystown Lake — Seven Points Beach

6993 Seven Points Rd, Hesston, PA 16647

The main swim beach at 8,300-acre Raystown Lake — the largest lake entirely within Pennsylvania. Two sections: a shallow sandy area for kids and a larger concrete-bottom zone. Flush toilets, showers, changing rooms, concession stand, water trampolines, playground, and sandboxes. Open dawn to dusk Memorial Day–Labor Day.

Decent day for sunbathing.

Thunderstorms · NWS alert active · 87°F air

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Some of the storms could be severe. Partly sunny, with a high near 87. Southwest wind around 9 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.

Tonight

A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely between 7pm and midnight, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between midnight and 2am. Some of the storms could be severe. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 66. West wind 5 to 9 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.

Weather

  • 87°F air — ideal beach weather
  • 34% rain — pop-up showers possible

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
43 /100
ok
57 Sunbathe
23 Walk
13 Fish
31 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

Air Temp
87°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind
9 mph
SW
Rain
34%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
3 Moderate
Peaks 04 PM · burn in ~67m
Burn-free before 03 PM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
82°F
Mostly Sunny
Water Temp
Next High Tide
11:05 PM
1.7 ft · in 2.1h
Sunrise
5:57 AM
Sunset
8:39 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Today Jul 18
87°

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

34%
41
Sun Jul 19
82°

Mostly Sunny

0%
86
Mon Jul 20
84°

Mostly Sunny

1%
86
Tue Jul 21
85°

Showers And Thunderstorms

80%
19
Wed Jul 22
80°

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

43%
37
Thu Jul 23
80°

Sunny

2%
87
Fri Jul 24
83°

Sunny

5%
85
  • optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 34% rain chance

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
10:20 PM - 11:20 PM
Major
3:50 AM - 5:50 AM
Minor
10:20 AM - 11:20 AM
Major
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Parking

Ample paved lot.

Dogs

Dogs permitted on leash in designated areas; not on swim beach.

Entry Fee

Free (day-use parking)

Address

6993 Seven Points Rd, Hesston, PA 16647

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Is it safe to swim at Raystown Lake — Seven Points Beach today?

Raystown Lake — Seven Points Beach 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 Raystown Lake — Seven Points Beach dog-friendly?

Dogs permitted on leash in designated areas; not on swim beach.

Is there an entry fee at Raystown Lake — Seven Points Beach?

Entry to Raystown Lake — Seven Points Beach is free.

Are there lifeguards at Raystown Lake — Seven Points Beach?

No lifeguards are stationed at Raystown Lake — Seven Points Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.

What amenities are at Raystown Lake — Seven Points Beach?

Amenities at Raystown Lake — Seven Points Beach include beach, water trampolines, playground, bathhouse, flush toilets, showers, concession, sandboxes.

When is the water warmest at Raystown Lake — Seven Points Beach?

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 Raystown Lake — Seven Points Beach located?

Raystown Lake — Seven Points Beach is in Huntingdon County, PA, at 6993 Seven Points Rd, Hesston, PA 16647.

Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS

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