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Pet Policy
A maximum of two pets are allowed in 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).
Reservoir State Park, Town of Niagara Route 31, is a favorite of local residents in Niagara County. The park has two tennis courts, seven softball diamonds, four basketball courts, a roller hockey court and picnic facilities. It is also home to the largest softball complex in Niagara County. Other users include soccer players, runners, kite fliers, model airplane clubs and golfers. Winter visitors come to sled and cross-country ski. Part of the park is an overlook for the Robert Moses Power Plant Reservoir. Excellent fishing available in the Reservoir.
Pavilion Information
Reservoir has five pavilions. Prices range from $50 to $200 and can accommodate 50 to 80 people. Check availability at ReserveAmerica.com.
Pet Policy: A maximum of two pets are allowed in 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).
Mailing Address
c/o Niagara Frontier Region
PO Box 1132Niagara Falls, NY 14303
Hours of Operation
- Baseball Field Use: Available for reservations in season, 8am - 3pm
Call (716) 284-5778
Basketball, Hockey & Tennis Courts: Available for reservation in season, 8am-3:30pm
Call (716) 284-5778
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- Picnic Shelter (Non-Electric): Available for reservations in season, 8am-3pm.
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- Warming Pavilion Hall Rental: Available 4/1-10/31
-April 1 to Memorial Day available until 7pm.
-Memorial Day through Labor Day available until 8pm.
-Labor Day until October 31st available until 7pm
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- Restroom Facilities are available mid-April through late October.
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- Open year round, dawn to dusk. Restroom Facilities are available mid-April through late October.
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- Soccer Fields, Driving Range, Sledding Hill - Available for use in season
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- R/C Airplane Flying: Year-round, dawn to dusk by permit only.
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- The natural ice rink opens for the winter season.
Ice Rink Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday, 10:00am until 6:30pm
Saturday & Sunday, 10:00am until 7:30pm
Skating is weather dependent and no ice skate rentals are available. Hockey sticks and pucks are prohibited. -
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.
- R/C Airplane Flying
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- $40/permit
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- Softball Field Use
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Softball Field Use League: 12 Weeks $200/Non Lighted, $250/Lighted
Softball Field Use Reserve: $50 per day Non Lighted, $65 per day Lighted
Sports Court Reservation: $30 per day (Tennis/Basketball/Roller Hockey/Pickleball
Picnic Shelter Reservation: $40 per day Monday through Thursday $50 per day Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Holidays
Winter Pavilion Hall Rental: Reservations available from 4/1 through 10/31: $200/day with availability from 10am-7pm
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Winter Watercolors
Saturday, February 4, 2023 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Reservoir State Park
Celebrate
the outdoors by making nature-inspired art indoors! No prior art experience is
necessary to attend and enjoy this creativity-boosting event. For
information and registration call (716) 282-5154.
Winter Writing: A Journaling Journey
Saturday, February 4, 2023 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Reservoir State Park
The quiet
of winter can be conducive to enhancing our powers of observation. Exercise
your body and mind on a short walk, followed by an interactive indoor
journaling activity with us!
For information and registration call (716) 282-5154.
Art of Invasion: the Spotted Lantern Fly
Saturday, February 25, 2023 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Reservoir State Park
Learn what a spotted lanternfly is, what it
does, and how to paint one! No art experience or equipment is necessary to
attend this fun and fact-filled program!
For
information and registration call (716) 282-5154.
The Art of Invasion: Zebra and Quagga Mussels
Saturday, February 25, 2023 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Reservoir State Park
What is
striped, shelled, and found all over? Zebra and quagga mussels! Learn about
these aquatic invaders (and how to paint them) during an entertaining and
informative program with an enthusiastic naturalist.
For information and registration call (716) 282-5154.
The Art of Identification: Leaves
Saturday, March 11, 2023 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Reservoir State Park
Learn about different types of tree leaves and make your own guide for
future reference! No prior artistic experience or tree knowledge is necessary;
all are encouraged to attend and create! For information and registration call (716) 282-5154.