Beaches at Pennsylvania state parks opening next weekend

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The beaches at all 58 state parks will open next Saturday, June 6

by: WKBN Staff

Posted: May 28, 2020 / 11:39 PM EDT / Updated: May 28, 2020 / 11:39 PM EDT

(WKBN) – Starting next week, people can once again swim at Pennsylvania’s state parks.

The beaches at all 58 state parks will open next Saturday, June 6.

Capacity will be limited to 50% and visitor parking will be restricted to control the crowds.

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