Tuscarora State Park

687 Tuscarora Park Rd, Barnesville, PA 18214

1,600-acre Schuylkill County park built around 96-acre Tuscarora Lake. Sand beach with designated swim area and lifeguards 11 AM–7 PM throughout the season. Boat rentals, multi-use trails, and easier beach access than sister-park Locust Lake next door.

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Ideal for a beach walk.

81°F air

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Sunny, with a high near 81. North wind around 2 mph.

Tonight

Mostly clear, with a low around 54. North wind around 1 mph.

Weather

  • 81°F air — ideal beach weather
  • Sunny skies — clear conditions
85 /100
ideal
85 Sunbathe
88 Walk
67 Fish
80 Photo

Best for walking today

Air Temp
81°F
Clear
Wind
2 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
85°F
Sunny
Water Temp
Next High Tide
9:51 PM
1.1 ft · in 28m
Sunrise
5:34 AM
Sunset
8:30 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
81°

Sunny

0%
85
Thu Jun 4
85°

Sunny

0%
85
Fri Jun 5
88°

Mostly Sunny

0%
85
Sat Jun 6
89°

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

26%
45
Sun Jun 7
80°

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

59%
39
Mon Jun 8
73°

Slight Chance Rain Showers

18%
81
Tue Jun 9
76°

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

18%
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
10:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Major
2:30 AM - 4:30 AM
Minor
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Major
2:50 PM - 4:50 PM

Parking

State park lot adjacent to the beach.

Dogs

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

Entry Fee

Free

Address

687 Tuscarora Park Rd, Barnesville, PA 18214

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Is Tuscarora State Park dog-friendly?

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

Is there an entry fee at Tuscarora State Park?

Entry to Tuscarora State Park is free.

Are there lifeguards at Tuscarora State Park?

Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Tuscarora 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 Tuscarora State Park?

Amenities at Tuscarora State Park include lifeguards, beach, bathhouse, boat rentals, playground, picnic areas, trails.

When is the water warmest at Tuscarora 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 Tuscarora State Park located?

Tuscarora State Park is in Schuylkill County, PA, at 687 Tuscarora Park Rd, Barnesville, PA 18214.

Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS

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