Greenwood Furnace State Park - Greenwood Lake Beach

Lake · Pennsylvania

About this swimming hole

Greenwood Lake fills a wooded valley beneath Stone Mountain on the site of a 19th-century iron furnace. The park's sand beach opens Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day for swimming at your own risk. Restrooms, a concession area, and picnic pavilions surround the day-use area, making this one of the more developed lake beaches in Huntingdon County.

Good to know

Water typeLake
Best seasonMemorial Day weekend to Labor Day
Reservations requiredNo
Hours8:00 A.M. to sunset
CountyHuntingdon County
Nearest townRobertsdale
Safety notesSwim at own risk; no lifeguards. Stay inside the buoyed swim area; keep children close.

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Official information

Official park / agency page ↗ — check current conditions, fees, and reservations here before you go.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Greenwood Furnace State Park - Greenwood Lake Beach require reservations?

No reservations are required at Greenwood Furnace State Park - Greenwood Lake Beach based on current information — but verify before you go.

When is the best time to visit Greenwood Furnace State Park - Greenwood Lake Beach?

The best season is typically Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day.

Is Greenwood Furnace State Park - Greenwood Lake Beach safe for swimming?

Reported safety notes: Swim at own risk; no lifeguards. Stay inside the buoyed swim area; keep children close.. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — swim at your own risk.

⚠️ Verify before you go. Conditions, fees, reservations, and access can change — confirm details with the official link before visiting. Last verified: September 2026