Can you swim here today?
Shenango River Lake Recreation Area
Hermitage, Pennsylvania · Park
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today
Cold waterAs of October 29, 2026, the water temperature at Shenango River Lake Recreation Area is 58°F (14°C), measured by USGS gauge 03103500, 0.3 miles away.
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 58°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
- Water temperature is 58°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. — USGS gauge 03103500, as of Oct 29, 5:45 AM gauge-local time
- Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Oct 29 (median 292 ft³/s over 70 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 29, 5:45 AM gauge-local time
Flow is normal for this date — within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Oct 29 (median 292 ft³/s over 70 years).
No official beach-advisory feed for Pennsylvania yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge Shenango River at Sharpsville, PA (0.3 mi away), as of Oct 29, 5:45 AM gauge-local time.
Before you get in
- Never swim alone — and keep weaker swimmers within arm's reach.
- Scout depth and entry/exit points before you get in.
- Read the current: avoid fast, rising, or murky water.
- Check the forecast — get out well before storms or lightning.
- Obey posted signs, flags, and lifeguard guidance.
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Conditions are for general information only and can change quickly. Always judge the water in person and follow posted advisories and local guidance before swimming or paddling.