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    Laurel Lake

    Pine Grove Furnace State Park, Shippensburg, PennsylvaniaLakeSeasonal public swimming

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    Laurel Lake has a seasonal public beach in Pine Grove Furnace State Park.

    Water
    Lake
    Entry
    Free
    Swim hours
    May 1 to September 30, 8:00 A.M. to sunset
    Facilities
    Sand beach, accessible ramp, snack bar, picnic tables
    Dogs
    Pets are prohibited in swimming areas.
    Managed by
    Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources

    When you can swim

    Open to swimmersClosed to swimmers

    Getting there

    Take Exit 37 from I-81 to PA 233 south, then travel eight miles. Laurel Lake is in Pine Grove Furnace State Park.

    40.0322, -77.2927

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    Rules to know before you go

    • Follow posted swimming rules.
    • Swim at your own risk.
    • Pets are prohibited in swimming areas.

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    Questions about Laurel Lake

    Can you swim at Laurel Lake?

    Yes. Public swimming is available at the Laurel Lake beach from May 1 to September 30, from 8:00 A.M. to sunset. Swim at your own risk.

    Does it cost anything to swim at Laurel Lake?

    Free

    Are dogs allowed at Laurel Lake?

    Pets are prohibited in swimming areas.

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