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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).
Point Au Roche State Park, on the northwestern shore of Lake Champlain, is a mixture of open and forested areas, most of them natural and undeveloped. The park's large day-use area has a protected, sandy beach and picnic facilities. Boating and fishing are popular activities, as are volleyball, softball and other games. The park offers 60 designated mooring sites in Deep Bay. The Nature Center offers a variety of programs; and, is available to the public all year. The park's trails, including nature, hiking and biking trails, wind through interesting habitats, from forest to marsh to shoreline. The trails are in use all year for school programs, nature hikes and cross-country skiing. The park also provides access for ice fishing.
Pavilion Information
Point Au Roche has two pavilions. The day use price is $75 and can accommodate up to 50 people. Check availability at ReserveAmerica.com.
The Vehicle Use Fee (VUF) to gain entry into the park is not included with pavilion rentals.
Current Water Quality - Beach Results
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).
Hours of Operation
Park and park trails are open year-round from sunrise until sunset.
Point au Roche Nature Center:
Open Year Round
Thursday-Monday 9:00am-3:00pm
Closed Tuesday and Wednesday
*Closed Christmas and Thanksgiving
Nature Center programs are run year-round. Please contact Nature Center at 518-563-6444 for inquires.
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- 2024 Swimming Season: 6/29 - 9/2, 11 am - 7 pm
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- Moorings: Not available this season
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- Boat Launch, open year round, sunrise to sunset, daily.
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- 2024 Shelter Rentals: 5/17 - 10/14
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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.
- Moorings
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The mooring fee is charged to any boat hooked to one of the mooring lines. It should not be mistaken for an overnight fee. Any boaters who refuse to pay, will be asked to unhook from the mooring line. When multiple boats are hooked to one single line, the boaters, will be asked to separate.
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- Mooring Fees
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Mooring Usage Fee $17
Surcharges:
Weekend/Hol $4 (The weekend fee is charged on Friday and Saturday evenings (or) Saturday and Sunday mornings.)
Out-of-State $5
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- Vehicle Entry Fee
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- Toll Booth Hours:
5/24-9/2
10AM-7PM
(Beach $7, Non-Beach $6)
Bus Use (Daily)
Commercial $75
Non Profit $35
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- Kayak/Canoe Storage Rack Rental
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- Daily Rental: 1 boat $10/day 2 boats $15/day "boats must be removed by sunset"
Weekly Rental: 1 boat $25/week 2 boats 40/week "7 day/6nights- boats must be removed by 11am on 7th day"
Seasonal Rental: 1 boat $100/year 2 boats 150/year "April 1st -October 31st"
*Racks are first come/first serve. For more information, please contact park office at 1 (518) 563-0369
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Maps
New! Download this park's digital map to your iOS Apple and Android device.
FIVE SENSES WALK
Saturday, March 23, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Point Au Roche State Park
Join a park
naturalist for a short walk while we learn some techniques to practice using
all our senses to observe our environment. These exercises will benefit you if
you want to relax more in nature, if you want to see more wildlife, or if you
just need practice focusing! Plus it's fun! All ages and abilities welcome!
LITTLE EXPLORERS – EGGS
Monday, March 25, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Point Au Roche State Park
Join a park
naturalist for our nature-themed story and playtime for ages 0-5! Come explore
with stories, songs, and art projects from 10-10:30, then stay for some outdoor
playtime! Around this
time our resident forest birds begin their nest building so they can start
their families in April. Let's learn about the miracle of eggs and some
critters who lay them!
NATURE BOOK CLUB
Thursday, March 28, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Point Au Roche State Park
Meet at the Nature
Center and join in for the next meeting of the Nature Book Club! This month we're reading Pests: How Humans
Create Animal Villains by Bethany Brookshire. Come join the discussion even if you haven't read the book! This program meets in person and online! kristin.collins@parks.ny.gov to receive a link
to join virtually.
Eclipse Viewing Party
Monday, April 8, 2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Point Au Roche State Park
Our Nature Center staff will be offering educational
activities and demonstrations, plus commentary on what is happening in real
time!
While our bathrooms will not be open this time of year, we
will have porta-potties for use during the day of the eclipse.
Viewing the eclipse safely
Eclipse glasses will be available at the Point Au Roche
Viewing Party, first-come, first-served, starting at 1:30pm. Quantities
are very limited! Please keep in mind that glasses can be shared between
members of your party. Educators will also be providing an opportunity to
make a pinhole viewer.
If purchasing your own eclipse glasses, please ensure you
are buying from a reputable source. Sunglasses, homemade filters, and
eclipse glasses without an ISO certification will not protect your eyes!
More safety information here:
https://www.nps.gov/articles/eclipsesafety.htm
Link to recommended glasses here:
https://eclipse.aas.org/eye-safety/viewers-filters
PARKING WILL BE LIMITED. ONCE PARK REACHES MAXIMUM CAPACITY, ACCESS TO PARK
WILL BE CAPPED. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT CAMPING OR OVERNIGHT PARKING WILL
NOT BE PERMITTED.