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Westcott Beach State Park

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Address
Route 3
Henderson, NY 13650
Latitude 43.898666
Longitude -76.122375

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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).

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).

Mailing Address
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
  • 2024 Camping/Cabin Season 
    Lower Half of Park May 17, 2024 - September 1, 2024 
    Plateau Camping & Cottages May 17, 2024 - October 13, 2024
    Check-in is located at the toll booth
  • 2024 Swimming SeasonJune 22, 2024 - September 2, 2024 
    Main Beach Swimming Hours 
    Monday – Thursday 11am – 7pm 
    Friday – Sunday 10am - 7pm
  • 2024 Pavilion Rental 
    May 17, 2024 - October 13, 2024, by permit
  • Toll Booth Open from May to October

    Summer Toll Booth Hours (May - August)  8:00am - 7:30pm

    Fall Toll Booth Hours (September - Columbus Day) 10:00am - 6:30pm

    The Westcott Beach Boat Launch, Chaumont Boat Launch Site, and Stoney Creek Boat Launch Site are open year round from dawn to dusk

    Waterfowl 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 $12
    Overnight $19 (prime)
    *Surcharges For Boat Dockage, Weekend/Holiday $4, Non-NYS residents $5

    Sewage Dumping
    Day Use $8
  • Campsite
  • $18-$31/night

    *Additional $5/night for non-NYS residents

    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
  • 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

Digital 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.

Waterfowl Blind Map

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