Lake Tiorati Beach - Harriman State Park
Please be advised that the following seasonal road closures are now in effect and will reopen April 1st.
- Exit 16 on the Palisades Parkway; Lake Welch Dr and Tiorati Brook Rd
- Arden Valley
- Rd Rt 106 from Kanawauke Circle to Rt 17
--Please note that the Kanawauke Parking Lot is still accessible for hikers parking from the Kanawauke Circle
Seven Lakes Dr will remain open and Palisades Parkway exits 15 and 18 may be used to enter Harriman State Park.
2300 Seven Lakes Drive
Southfields, NY 10975
- Phone: (845) 429-8257
Lake Tiorati was formed by clearing swampland in Harriman State Park and constructing a concrete dam to make two ponds into one large lake. Surrounded by meadows and rolling, wooded hills, the park offers excellent swimming, fishing, boating and picnicking. In winter, if conditions allow, the lake is used for ice fishing. The pioneer campsites near the lake may be used by bonafide groups.
Scout camping is available.
Biking - Helmets required.
Fishing - NYS fishing license required.
Launch Site - Boat permit and key required.
Group camping is available.
Current Water Quality - Beach Results
Dogs only, must be on a leash not more than 6 feet at all times. Not allowed in buildings or beach/bathing areas. Must display rabies tag. Not permitted in the following areas of Harriman State Park: Beaver Pond Campground, Welch Beach, Sebago Cabins.
Palisades Interstate Park CommissionBear Mountain, NY 10911
Hours of Operation
- Open year round - dawn to dusk, seven days a week.
Office Hours – 8:00AM to 4:00PM, seven days a week.
*Please note, buses are no longer accepted at this facility. 2019 Swimming Season
5/25/19 – 6/9/19
10:00am-5:45pm, Weekends and Holidays only
6/15/19 – 8/18/19
10:00am-5:45pm, Weekdays
11:00am-6:45pm, Weekends and Holidays
8/24/19 – 9/2/19
11:00am-6:45pm, Weekends and Holidays only- Ice Skating available in season
Pioneer Camping season: 4/19/19 - 10/14/19
Boating season: April 1 - Nov. 30
Fees & Rates
Most New York State Parks charge a vehicle use fee to enter the facility. Fees vary by location and season. A list of entry fees and other park use fees is available below. For fees not listed or to verify information, please contact the park directly.
The easy-to-use Empire Pass card is $80- and your key to all-season enjoyment with unlimited day-use entry at most facilities operated by State Parks and the State Dept. of Environmental Conservation including forests, beaches, trails and more. Purchase online or contact your favorite park for more information. Learn more about our Admission Programs including the Empire Pass.
- Vehicle Entrance Fee
$10/car parking fee (cash only) applied on following dates:
5/25 – 6/9, 7:00am-4:00pm, weekends and holidays, only
6/15 – 8/18, 8:00am-4:00pm, weekdays, 7:00am-4:00pm, weekends and holidays
8/24 – 9/2, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, weekends and holidays, only- Boating
PIPC Permit - $30
Sterling Forest Boat Permit - $15
Tiorati/Welch Key - $15
Island Pond Key - $15
Cash only- Pioneer Camping
Tiorati Plateau - $15/site/night
Cedar Pond - $37.50/site/night
Cash only.
Amenities, Activities & Information
- Amenities
- Boat Launches
- Food
- Grills
- Group Camping * Organizations only (i.e. Churches, Schools, Scout troops). Please call (845) 429-8257 for reservations.
- Picnic Tables
- Showers
- Swimming Beach
- Activities
- Fishing (Accessible)
- Hiking
- Ice Fishing
- Ice Skating