Westcott Beach State Park
Westcott Beach State Park
The dock ramp and gangway at the boat launch have been removed for the winter season.
Route 3
Henderson, NY 13650
- General Information: (315) 646-2239
- Secondary Phone: (315) 938-5083
Westcott Beach State Park is a popular day-use and camping park on Lake Ontario, with rolling, wooded hills and open, grassy meadows sheltered by Henderson Bay. It offers restful campsites located on a bluff, from which the view is spectacular. A small marina is adjacent to the long, sandy beach to accommodate anglers interested in Lake Ontario's excellent black bass fishing. The park also has a children's playground, picnic areas and hiking trails that do winter duty for cross-country skiing.
Pavilion Information
Westcott Beach has four pavilions. Prices range from $100 to $150 and can accommodate 75 to 500 people. Check availability at ReserveAmerica.com.
Pavilion rentals require permits if the following activities are planned; Catering services, Wedding Ceremony, DJ/Band, Alcohol Use Permit. You must complete a permit application attached in the documents below. Please submit to the information listed on the application before the date of your pavilion rental.
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).
PO Box 339Sackets Harbor, NY 13685
Hours of Operation
- The camping opens in early-May and operates through
Columbus Day weekend.Park open from sunrise to sunset
- 2025 Camping/Cabin Season Lower Half of Park May 16, 2025 - August 31, 2025Plateau Camping & Cottages May 16, 2025 - October 12, 2025Check-in is located at the toll booth
- 2025 Swimming Season: June 21, 2025 - September 1, 2025 Main Beach Swimming HoursMonday – Thursday 11am – 7pmFriday – Sunday 10am - 7pm
- 2024 Pavilion Rental May 17, 2024 - October 13, 2024, by permit
- Toll Booth Open from May to OctoberSummer Toll Booth Hours (May - August) 8:00am - 7:30pmFall Toll Booth Hours (September - Columbus Day) 10:00am - 6:30pmThe Westcott Beach Boat Launch, Chaumont Boat Launch Site, and Stoney Creek Boat Launch Site are open year round from dawn to duskWaterfowl hunting is permitted in season by permit only.
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.
- Beach & Vehicle Entry Fee
Day Use (Peak) $8
Bus Use (Daily) $35- Boat Dockage & Launch
- Day Use $8 Campers $12Overnight $19 (prime)*Surcharges For Boat Dockage, Weekend/Holiday $4, Non-NYS residents $5Sewage DumpingDay Use $8
- Campsite
$18-$31/night
Camping reservations can be made by visiting newyorkstateparks.reserveamerica.com or by calling 1-800-456-2267. To cancel a reservation prior to arrival you can cancel online or contact Reserve America at 1-800-456-2267. If you are cancelling on the day of arrival, you must contact the campground directly. https://parks.ny.gov/camping/things-to-know.aspx
*Additional $5/night for non-NYS residents- Cottages
- $1,400/week (peak season)
- Pavilion Rental Fees
- Shelter A & B: $100.00 plus $7.25 fee Shelter D $150.00 plus $7.25 fee
Maps
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.
Waterfowl hunting allowed at established blinds by permit only.
To obtain a permit, please contact the Thousand Islands Regional office at (315) 482-2593. For more information, please contact the Eastern Lake Ontario Park office at (315) 938-5083.
Amenities Information
- Amenities
- Boat Launches
- Campsites, Cabins & Lodging
- Dockage
- Fishing
- Food (Accessible)
- Grills
- Hiking
- Hunting
- Pavilions and Shelter Rentals (Accessible)
- Playgrounds (Accessible)
- Playing Fields
- Showers (Accessible)
- Snowshoeing/X-Country Skiing
- Swimming Beach