84°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
40%
37
Indiana County, PA · Lake
Yellow Creek State Park
170 Route 259 Hwy, Penn Run, PA 15765
2,981 acres on the Kittanning Path, 12 miles east of Indiana PA. 720-acre Yellow Creek Lake with an 800-foot unguarded sand beach, changing house with outdoor shower, snack bar, and 18 miles of multi-use trails around the shore. Three boat launches, boats up to 20 HP, rentals (canoes/kayaks/sailboats/pedalboats/pontoons).
Today's Conditions
Mixed conditions today.
Thunderstorms · NWS alert active · 40% rain
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 84. Southwest wind around 13 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
Showers and thunderstorms likely before 7pm, then showers and thunderstorms between 7pm and 11pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 11pm and 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63. West wind 3 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
Weather
- 84°F air — ideal beach weather
- 40% rain — rain likely at some point
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- NWS alert active — flood watch issued july 18 at 3:17pm edt until july 19 at 12:00am edt by nws pittsburgh pa
38 /100
ok
51 Sunbathe
19 Walk
10 Fish
29 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Weather alert in effect
Flood Watch issued July 18 at 3:17PM EDT until July 19 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued July 18 at 1:07PM EDT until July 18 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
Atmosphere
Air Temp
84°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind
13 mph
SW
Rain
40%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
5 Moderate
Peaks 03 PM · burn in ~40m
Burn-free before 01 PM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
79°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
11:05 PM
1.7 ft · in 2.1h
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:00 AM
Sunset
8:43 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
79°
Mostly Sunny
4%
85
82°
Sunny
0%
87
83°
Showers And Thunderstorms
82%
18
76°
Rain Showers Likely
59%
45
77°
Mostly Sunny
5%
84
81°
Sunny
6%
86
What to Bring Today
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 13 mph wind
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 40% 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 at the beach.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash in designated areas; not on swim beach.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
170 Route 259 Hwy, Penn Run, PA 15765
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Yellow Creek State Park today?
Yellow Creek 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 Yellow Creek State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash in designated areas; not on swim beach.
Is there an entry fee at Yellow Creek State Park?
Entry to Yellow Creek State Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Yellow Creek State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Yellow Creek State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Yellow Creek State Park?
Amenities at Yellow Creek State Park include beach, bathhouse, snack bar, boat rentals, sailboat launch, camping, cabins, yurts.
When is the water warmest at Yellow Creek 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 Yellow Creek State Park located?
Yellow Creek State Park is in Indiana County, PA, at 170 Route 259 Hwy, Penn Run, PA 15765.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS