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Point Au Roche State Park

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Address
19 Camp Red Cloud Road
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Latitude 44.785732
Longitude -73.382385

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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).

Point Au Roche State Park, on the northwestern shore of Lake Champlain, is a mixture of open and forested areas, most of them natural and undeveloped. The park's large day-use area has a protected, sandy beach and picnic facilities. Boating and fishing are popular activities, as are volleyball, softball and other games. The park offers 60 designated mooring sites in Deep Bay. The Nature Center offers a variety of programs; and, is available to the public all year. The park's trails, including nature, hiking and biking trails, wind through interesting habitats, from forest to marsh to shoreline. The trails are in use all year for school programs, nature hikes and cross-country skiing. The park also provides access for ice fishing.

Pavilion Information
Point Au Roche has two pavilions. The day use price is $75 and can accommodate up to 50 people. Check availability at ReserveAmerica.com.

The Vehicle Use Fee (VUF) to gain entry into the park is not included with pavilion rentals.

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).

Hours of Operation

  • Park and park trails are open year-round from sunrise until sunset.

    Point au Roche Nature Center:
    Open Year Round
    Thursday-Monday 9:00am-3:00pm
    Closed Tuesday and Wednesday
    *Closed Christmas and Thanksgiving


    Nature Center programs are run year-round. Please contact Nature Center at 518-563-6444 for inquires.

  • 2025 Swimming Season: 6/28 - 9/1, 11 am - 7 pm
  • Moorings: Not available this season
  • Boat Launch, open year round, sunrise to sunset, daily.
  • 2025 Shelter Rentals: 5/16 - 10/13

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.

  • Moorings
  • ** Mooring Lines not available for 2025 season**

    The mooring fee is charged to any boat hooked to one of the mooring lines. It should not be mistaken for an overnight fee. Any boaters who refuse to pay, will be asked to unhook from the mooring line. When multiple boats are hooked to one single line, the boaters, will be asked to separate.

  • Mooring Fees
  • **Mooring lines not available for 2025 season**

    Mooring Usage Fee $17

    Surcharges:
    Weekend/Hol $4 (The weekend fee is charged on Friday and Saturday evenings (or) Saturday and Sunday mornings.)

    Out-of-State $5

  • Vehicle Entry Fee
  • Toll Booth Hours:

    5/24-9/1
    7AM-7PM Vehicle entrance fee $7.00

    Bus Use (Daily)
    Commercial $75
    Non Profit $35


  • Kayak/Canoe Storage Rack Rental
  • Daily Rental: 1 boat $10/day 2 boats $15/day "boats must be removed by sunset"
    Weekly Rental: 1 boat $25/week  2 boats 40/week  "7 day/6nights- boats must be removed by 11am on 7th day"
    Seasonal Rental: 1 boat $100/year   2 boats 150/year "April 1st -October 31st"

    *Racks are first come/first serve.  For more information, please contact park office at 1 (518) 563-0369

Maps

Digital Maps

New! Download this park's digital map to your iOS Apple and Android device.

Mon 05 May
Little Explorers – Frogs!
Monday, May 5, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Point Au Roche State Park
Join a park naturalist for our nature-themed story and playtime for ages 0-5! Come explore with stories, songs, and art projects from 10-10:30, then stay for some outdoor playtime! Now that spring is officially here the park is alive with the silly songs of the frogs! Let's learn about our froggy friends and explore the pond to see what they are up to!
Sat 10 May
We’re Going on a Frog Hunt!
Saturday, May 10, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Point Au Roche State Park
Join a park naturalist to explore some of the frog species that live in the park. Frogs are noisy this time of year! What are they saying? Who are they talking to? We'll learn a little about frog communication and then head out for a short walk to look for frogs in the pond. All ages and abilities welcome!
Sun 11 May
Wildflower Walk
Sunday, May 11, 2025 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Point Au Roche State Park
What wildflowers do we have popping up this week? Come see the best places to find the rare spring ephemeral wildflowers that are only with us a short time. Walk will be about 2 miles.
Mon 12 May
Little Explorers – Flowers!
Monday, May 12, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Point Au Roche State Park
Join a park naturalist for our nature-themed story and playtime for ages 0-5! Come explore with stories, songs, and art projects from 10-10:30, then stay for some outdoor playtime! The flowers are blooming and looking beautiful as ever! We have some color popping up in our pollinator garden, so let's learn about our fabulous flowers and make our own "bouquets" to celebrate spring!
Wed 14 May
Animal Tracking 101 at Senior Citizens Council of Clinton County
Wednesday, May 14, 2025 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Point Au Roche State Park
Meet at 5139 North Catherine Street, Plattsburgh, Have you ever wanted to know what types of animals are wandering around in your backyard when you're not looking? This month learn the basics of animal tracking and how to investigate the lives of animals based on the clues they leave behind!

Amenities Information

  • Amenities
  • Biking
  • Boat Launches
  • Canoeing/Kayaking
  • Equestrian Trails
  • Fishing
  • Grills
  • Hiking
  • Ice Fishing
  • Nature Center (Accessible)
  • Pavilions and Shelter Rentals (Accessible)
  • Playgrounds (Accessible)
  • Playing Fields
  • Showers (Accessible)
  • Snowshoeing/X-Country Skiing
  • Swimming Beach