Lake Erie State Park
Due to utility upgrades at the park and erosion concerns along the bluff, the standard 9-month reservation window for Lake Erie State Park will be delayed as we undergo changes to the campground layout and map within the reservation system. This alert will be updated once we know when reservations will go live for the 2025 season. If you have any questions, please call the park office directly at 716-792-9214.
High bluffs overlooking Lake Erie provide a breathtaking view for the visitor to Lake Erie State Park. Lake Erie features a shoreline covering over three quarters of a mile bordering the shallowest of the Great Lakes. Whether camping in one of the 102 campsites or one of the 10 cabins offered at this park, the magnificent scenery will capture your attention. Day users can enjoy the picnic areas with shelters, playgrounds and hiking trails that are available to the cross-country skiers during the winter months. Lake Erie State Park is recognized as an excellent place for locating rare migratory birds following the lakes edge.
Pet Policy: A maximum of two pets are allowed in campsites and day use areas unless prohibited by sign or directive. Pets are to be supervised at all times and either be crated or on a leash not more than 6-feet in length. Proof of rabies inoculation shall be produced if requested by staff. Pets are not permitted in playgrounds, buildings, golf courses, boardwalks, pools and spray-grounds or guarded beaches (this does not apply to service animals).
2024 Camping & Cabins: Available 5/17 - 10/13
Cabin Weekly Rentals Only (Sat to Sat); 6/23 to 8/24
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.
New! Download this park's digital map to your iOS Apple and Android device.
Firewood source maps show a 50-mile radius from which untreated firewood may be moved to this campground. For more information see firewood restrictions.
Highlights of Lake Erie State Park:
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Look and listen for these birds at our Park:
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For more information, please read our Trail Tips!
When you enter or leave Lake Erie:
Ask a Naturalist!
Q: Why do walleyes' eyes shine?
A: Walleye's eyes reflect light, making them easy to spot at night. This "eye shine" is the result of a layer in the eyes called the tapetum lucidum, which allows the fish to see well in low-light conditions. Some mammals, like housecats, also have a tapetum lucidum.
Q: How deep is Lake Erie?
A: Lake Erie has a maximum depth of 210 feet, which occurs on the eastern side of the lake. Lake Erie is actually the shallowest of the Great Lakes.
More Interesting Facts about Lake Erie State Park:
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Discover more about the erosion of the bluffs at Lake Erie State Park as we embark on a brief hike along the water's edge.Delve into the dynamics of bluff erosion while enjoying the serene beauty of the lakeshore surroundings.Meet at the Recreation Hall.
Experience the excitement of nature crafting with pipe cleaners, tissue paper and markers to transform them into vibrant butterflies, moths or even dragonflies. Meet at the Recreation Hall.
Gather your family for a fun-filled game of kickball! Enjoy an exciting outdoor activity where players of all ages can kick, run, and score points together. Meet at the Recreation Hall.
What are those metal-chained baskets around Lake Erie State Park? Find out! Get an introduction to the disc golf game and an opportunity to throw some discs with a park educator. The program will start off learning all the basics of playing disc golf following the EDGE guidelines. We will have different disc available to experience the different methods in throwing disc into a portable basket. Meet at the Recreation Hall.
Experience the excitement of nature crafting with pipe cleaners, tissue paper and markers to transform them into vibrant butterflies, moths or even dragonflies. Meet at the Recreation Hall.