Blue Marsh Lake Day Use Area
This is a day-use only facility with no overnight camping. The area is open for day-use picnic shelter reservations. Hours are 8 a.m. until one hour before posted closure.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 2 at 1:30PM EDT until July 4 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values between 100 and 110 degrees expected each day. * WHERE...In New Jersey, Morris, Sussex, Warren, and Hunterdon Counties. In Pennsylvania, Berks, Lehigh, Northampton, Upper Bucks, Western Chester, and Western Montgomery Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Very warm low temperatures in the low to mid 70s at night will not offer any relief from the heat. This combined with multiple days of near record breaking temperatures will exacerbate the impacts from the heat and humidity. The hottest conditions are expected to occur today through Friday.
About
Located 7 miles northwest of Reading, Pennsylvania, the Dry Brooks Day Use Area at Blue Marsh Lake is a day-use facility operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The area features three group picnic shelters available for reservation: Lakeview, Hillside, and Vista. Each shelter includes picnic tables and grills with restrooms nearby. Lakeview and Hillside shelters have water and electricity, while Vista shelter does not. Blue Marsh Lake encompasses over 5,000 acres of land and 1,147 acres of water, offering extensive recreational opportunities. The lake is unlimited horsepower for boating and waterskiing, with paddle craft also popular. A 30-mile multi-use trail system permits hiking, biking, and horseback riding. The Dry Brooks area includes a swimming beach within walking distance of the shelters. This is strictly a day-use facility with no overnight camping permitted. Reservations are valid from 8 a.m. until one hour before the posted closure time. A Special Use Permit is required for baptisms, ceremonies, or other large events.
Directions
Blue Marsh Lake is located 7 miles northwest of Reading, PA. Take Route 183 north and make a left on Palisades Dr. Travel one mile and the Dry Brooks Day Use Area will be on your right.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $90 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (610) 376-6337 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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