Regatta Open Water Swim
About this race
Dive Into the Regatta Open Water Swim
Experience Lake Arthur like never before. Join us for the inaugural Regatta Open Water Swim, a premier event on Lake Arthur of Moraine State Park. Whether you are a competitive athlete or a recreational swimmer, this event offers a unique opportunity to challenge yourself in a scenic, supported environment.
The race is just the beginning. After your swim, dry off and enjoy a full day of FREE lakeside events at the Regatta with your family and friends:
- Water Sports: Paddleboarding, kayaking, and sailing
- Park Education: Interactive environmental and wildlife exhibits
- Festival Fun: Food trucks, live music, and local vendors
Ready to dive in? Register today, conquer the lake, and stay for the region's favorite summer weekend at the South Shore.
Parking
Moraine State Park Regatta parking is easy and free! Follow the "Moraine State Park Regatta" and "Regatta Open Water Swim" signs to the main Pleasant Valley Beach parking lot.
Race Details
Race starts and ends at the Pleasant Valley Beach area. Thanks to Full Psych Adventures for providing lifeguards.
Pricing Structure
- Now through July 1st
- $15 - 17 and Under
- $25 - 18+
- July 2nd through July 26th
- $20 - 17 and Under
- $30 - 18+
- July 27th through August 2nd
- $30 - 17 and Under
- $35 - 18+
Registration Perks
Register early to snag a Regatta commemorative swim cap!
Guaranteed Standard Size Swim Cap: Register by July 1st.
***Note: After July 1st, caps are first-come, first-served while supplies last.
Awards
We celebrate speed across every generation! Awards will be presented to the top male and female finishers in the following age brackets:
17 and Under
18 – 29
30 – 45
46 – 60
61+
Event Schedule - August 2
7:45 AM: Warm-ups Start
8:00 AM: Race Start
10:00 AM: Awards Ceremony at the Main Stage
Come celebrate the beauty of Moraine and enjoy a day of fitness and fun!
FAQs
Is race-day registration available?
- We strongly recommend registering early in order to secure your swim cap, but if you're more of a last-minute person, we can accommodate race-day registration.
What else is going on at the Moraine State Park Regatta?
- Check out our website for the complete list of events for the premiere, all-ages, eco-recreational event in the Southwestern PA region. We aim to promote Moraine State Park and all that it has to offer through the Regatta.
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Swimming
Regatta Open Water Swim
Typical race-day weather
Based on 6 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Portersville, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 6:18 AM and sets at 8:35 PM local time (EDT) in Portersville on August 2, 2026 — 14h 17m of daylight.
Course
No course map published yet.
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Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 8 Portersville events
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