Blue Marsh Lake - Dry Brooks Swim Beach
Lake · Pennsylvania
About this swimming hole
The Dry Brooks day-use area holds the designated swim beach on Blue Marsh Lake, a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reservoir near Reading. USACE confirms the beach opens daily at 8:00 A.M. with no fee and no lifeguards. The beach reopened September 5, 2026 after bacteria levels returned to safe levels, so check current water-quality postings before swimming.
Good to know
| Water type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Best season | summer; check current water-quality status |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | opens 8:00 A.M. daily |
| Parking | Day-use parking at Dry Brooks |
| County | Berks County |
| Nearest town | Leesport |
| Safety notes | No lifeguards; swim at own risk. Beach has closed for bacteria in the past; verify current water-quality postings. |
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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 Blue Marsh Lake - Dry Brooks Swim Beach require reservations?
No reservations are required at Blue Marsh Lake - Dry Brooks Swim Beach based on current information — but verify before you go.
When is the best time to visit Blue Marsh Lake - Dry Brooks Swim Beach?
The best season is typically summer; check current water-quality status.
Is Blue Marsh Lake - Dry Brooks Swim Beach safe for swimming?
Reported safety notes: No lifeguards; swim at own risk. Beach has closed for bacteria in the past; verify current water-quality postings.. 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