Point Au Roche State Park
UPDATE, 8/2/20 as of 8/1/20 1:45 PM, Due to water quality the beach is currently closed. Please check back for updates
19 Camp Red Cloud Road
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
- General Information: (518) 563-0369
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.
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 & Trails open year-round.
Nature Center programs year-round; phone: 518-563-6444- 2020 Swimming Season: 6/20 - 9/7, 11 am - 7 pm
- Moorings: TBD
- Boat Launch, open year round, dawn to dusk, daily.
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
Boaters are asked to hook to any of the available mooring lines; none are reserved. The park staff will approach the patron's boat, by way of a dinghy, to register the boat, answer questions and collect the appropriate mooring fees. This will occur between 5:00pm and 9:00pm. Due to special circumstances, this effort will be moved to the following morning, in which case, the collection will take place between 7:00am and 9:00am.
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.- Morring Fees
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:
6/6-6/19
10AM-7PM, weekends only ($6)6/20-9/7
10AM-7PM (Beach $7, Non-Beach $6)Bus Use (Daily)
Commercial $75
Non Profit $35
Maps
New! Download this park's digital map to your iOS Apple and Android device.
Saturday, August 8, 2020 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Point Au Roche State Park
Join a park naturalist to find out how bees find food, why they make honey, and why they are so important to people. Learn how to dance like a bee, how to make a bee house, and hoe to attract bees to your garden! All ages and abilities welcome.
The maximum number of participants is 9.
A mask is required to attend.
Sunday, August 9, 2020 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Point Au Roche State Park
Would you love to start hiking but don't know how to start? Are you intimidated by trying to decide where to go, what to bring, and what to expect? Would you like to meet other hikers at the same experience level as you? Join the Park Naturalist for a series of programs aimed at the beginner hiker. Each week will cover a different topic such as basic packing and gear, outdoor and hiking safety, basic map and compass, increasing your nature observation skills, and more! We'll have a short lesson and then head out for a hike together. Come for one session or for them all! All ages and abilities are welcome.
The maximum number of participants for this program is 9.
Participants are advised to bring water, snacks, sunscreen, bug spray, and a mask.
Saturday, August 15, 2020 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Point Au Roche State Park
Join a park naturalist to visit the pond near the Nature Center and see what aquatic life, large and small, we can find! Then we'll collect some samples and bring them back to examine more closely under the microscope. All ages and abilities welcome.
The maximum number of participants is 9.
A mask is required to attend. Participants are advised to bring water, sunscreen, and bug spray.
Monday, August 17, 2020 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! This week we'll be exploring our reptile friends, the turtles! Join in for stories, songs, and art projects from 10-10:30, then stay for some outdoor playtime!
The maximum number of participants for this program is 9.
A mask is required to attend. Please bring clothing and shoes appropriate for the weather.
Saturday, August 22, 2020 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Point Au Roche State Park
Join a park naturalist for a guided scavenger hunt along the trails of the park. All ages and abilities are welcome! Walk will be 1 mile or less on easy trails.
Unable or unwilling to join a group right now? Pick up a Scavenger Hunt at the Nature Center (open weekends 12-3pm) and go with just your family!
The maximum number of participants is 24.
A mask is required to attend. Participants are advised to bring water, sunscreen, bug spray, and proper footwear.
Amenities Information
- Amenities
- Biking
- Boat Launches
- Fishing
- Grills
- Hiking
- Ice Fishing
- Pavilions and Shelter Rentals (Accessible)
- Playgrounds (Accessible)
- Playing Fields
- Showers (Accessible)
- Snowshoeing/X-Country Skiing
- Swimming Beach