Hempstead Lake State Park
1000 Lake Drive
West Hempstead, NY 11552
- General Information: (516) 766-1029
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Hempstead Lake State Park is a multiuse facility. Included are 18 tennis courts, 6 pickleball courts (with an additional 4 pickleball courts added to 2 hard surface tennis courts), children's playgrounds, basketball courts, softball field, bridle trails for horseback riding, biking and hiking trails, shaded picnic areas, a beautiful observation deck overlooking Hempstead Lake, and a historic hand-carved wooden carousel.Pavilion
Information
The Philip Scott Pavilion is available to rent for large parties of up to 300
people, ranging in price from $200 on a weekday to $250 on a weekend or
holiday. Check availability at ReserveAmerica.com. Find out more on picnic pavilion reservations and see photos of
the Philip Scott Pavilion.
Pet Policy: A maximum of two pets are allowed in day use areas unless prohibited by sign or directive. Pets are always to be supervised 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
- Open year-round. Sunrise to Sunset.
- Environmental Education and Resiliency Center is open 7 days a week from 9am-4pm (beginning 11/10/22) and 9am-5pm (beginning 2/16/23), Phone number: 516-766-1029, Email: HempsteadLakeEE@parks.ny.gov
- Fishing: Available year-round.
Valid NY State fishing license required for patrons 16 yrs. or older. - Model Boat Permit: Sold in park office. Valid NAMBA membership card must be presented. (Suspended for 2022 due to construction)
- Picnicking: Year-round, sunrise to sunset. Permit required for groups of 50 or more. No fee for permit.
- Carousel and Gift Shop: 4/1 - 10/9, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.
4/1 - 5/21: 12pm-6pm
5/27- 9/4: 12pm 7pm
9/9 - 10/9: 12pm-6pm
Carousel Pavilion Building party room rentals for: Birthday parties, weddings, anniversaries, baby showers, etc. Contact Park Office: (516) 766-1029.
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 $8
Non-Profit Buses (By permit only) $35
Commercial Buses (By permit only) $75
2023 Fee Collected:Mon-Fri, 8:00 am - 4:00 pmWeekends/ Holidays, 7:00 am - 6:00 pmWeekend/Holiday collections start 4/1 until 5/21, then again from 9/9 until 10/9Daily collections start 5/27 until 9/4 - Carousel
$2 per ride, 4/1 - 10/9, weekends & holidays
- Permits
- Model Boat Permit: (Suspended for 2022 due to construction)
$40
Maps
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Wednesday, February 1, 2023 until Tuesday, February 28, 2023 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Saturday, February 4, 2023 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Sunday, February 5, 2023 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Friday, February 10, 2023 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Saturday, February 11, 2023 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Amenities Information
- Amenities
- Biking
- Boat Launches
- Equestrian Trails
- Fishing (Accessible)
- Grills
- Hiking
- Pavilions and Shelter Rentals
- Playgrounds (Accessible)
- Playing Fields
- Snowshoeing/X-Country Skiing
- Tennis (Accessible)