Woodlawn Beach State Park
Woodlawn Beach State Park Restroom Closure
Woodlawn Beach State Park restrooms will be closing 9/16/24 due to construction.
S-3580 Lakeshore Rd
Blasdell, NY 14219
Please note this park sells and accepts the Empire Passport.
Ladders to the Outdoors - programming and activities connecting Western New York youth with the outdoorsWoodlawn Beach State Park is located on the eastern-most terminus of Lake Erie. Within the Buffalo metropolitan area, the park offers a beautiful, one-mile long natural sand beach with lovely panoramic views and spectacular sunsets on the lake. Woodlawn Beach supports a diversity of wildlife habitats including one of the finest freshwater sand dune areas remaining on Lake Erie. Recreational opportunities are plentiful and include picnicking, and nature trails.
An interpretive nature boardwalk through wooded wetlands will guide you to the beach. Please call 716-549-1050 for guided hikes and events with our interpretative team.
A unique special events space is available through our concessionaire Sole for parties, banquet weddings and other gatherings; please call 716-824-3500 for further information. https://soleatwoodlawnbeach.com/
For all other inquires please contact 716-826-1930 or WoodlawnBeach@parks.ny.gov
For Woodlawn Beach status and water quality results please see: http://ny.water.usgs.gov/maps/nowcast/
Pet Policy: PETS ARE NOT PERMITTED ON THE BEACH, playgrounds, buildings and boardwalk. (this does not apply to service animals).
A maximum of two pets are allowed in day use areas (picnic grove and trails) 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.
Hours of Operation
For information on the water report for swimming, hours of operation, prices and additional phone numbers please call: 716-826-1930
2024 Swimming Season
Mid May weekends only, starting May 18th.
June 1st - Labor Day, daily, 11am - 6:45 pm for swimming.
Beach access is available dawn to dusk.
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
Cars: $7 until 6 pm
Bus Entry: $35
Maps
Saturday, May 31, 2025 09:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Woodlawn Beach State Park
Sunday, June 15, 2025 09:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Woodlawn Beach State Park
Amenities Information
- Amenities
- Food (Accessible) * Seasonal
- Grills
- Showers (Accessible)
- Swimming Beach
- Resources
- Ladders to the Outdoors