Pymatuning State Park - Tuttle Beach
Lake · Pennsylvania
About this swimming hole
Tuttle Beach is a public swim beach on the western shore of Pymatuning Reservoir, near the Tuttle Campground and day-use area off Fries Road. DCNR lists it among the park's four seasonal swim beaches, open the weekend before Memorial Day through Labor Day, conditions permitting, at your own risk. It is the quietest of the park's beaches, on the lake's west side away from Linesville and Jamestown.
Good to know
| Water type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Best season | Memorial Day to Labor Day |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | 8:00 A.M. to sunset |
| County | Crawford County |
| Nearest town | Espyville |
| Safety notes | Swim at own risk; no lifeguards. Huge reservoir with boat traffic; stay within the buoyed swim area. |
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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 Pymatuning State Park - Tuttle Beach require reservations?
No reservations are required at Pymatuning State Park - Tuttle Beach based on current information — but verify before you go.
When is the best time to visit Pymatuning State Park - Tuttle Beach?
The best season is typically Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Is Pymatuning State Park - Tuttle Beach safe for swimming?
Reported safety notes: Swim at own risk; no lifeguards. Huge reservoir with boat traffic; stay within the buoyed swim area.. 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