Reservoir State Park

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Reservoir State Park Update

Cricket Fields are booked for all weekends of the 2024 Season. 2025 Schedule date requests are due to the park Office by 1/31/2025.

Address
5777 Witmer
Niagara Falls, NY 14304

Niagara Region

Latitude 43.130035

Longitude -79.010918

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General Information: (716) 284-5778

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Pet Policy

A maximum of two pets are allowed in 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).

Reservoir State Park, Town of Niagara Route 31, is a favorite of local residents in Niagara County. The park has a tennis courts, pickle ball court, two cricket pitches, five softball diamonds, four basketball courts, a roller hockey court and picnic facilities. It is also home to the largest softball complex in Niagara County. Other users include soccer players, runners, kite fliers, model airplane clubs and golfers. Winter visitors come to snow shoe and cross-country ski. Part of the park is an overlook for the Robert Moses Power Plant Reservoir. Excellent fishing available in the Reservoir.

Pavilion Information
Reservoir has five pavilions. Prices range from $60 to $210 and can accommodate 50 to 80 people. Check availability at ReserveAmerica.com.

Pet Policy: A maximum of two pets are allowed in 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
c/o Niagara Frontier Region
PO Box 1132Niagara Falls, NY 14303

Hours of Operation

Baseball Field Use: Available for reservations in season, 8am - 3pm
Call (716) 284-5778

Basketball, Hockey & Tennis Courts: Available for reservation in season, 8am-3:30pm
Call (716) 284-5778
Picnic Shelter (Non-Electric): Available for reservations in season. For more specific details and information on how to reserve a pavilion or shelter please visit ReserveAmerica.com.
Warming Pavilion Hall Rental: Available 4/1-10/31 12pm-7pm
For more specific details and information on how to reserve a pavilion or shelter please visit ReserveAmerica.com.
Restroom Facilities are available mid-April through late October.
Open year round, dawn to dusk. Restroom Facilities are available mid-April through late October.
Soccer Fields, Driving Range, Sledding Hill - Available for use in season
R/C Airplane Flying: Year-round, dawn to dusk by permit only.
The natural ice rink opens for the winter season.

Ice Rink Hours of Operation:
Daily, 10:00am until 4:30pm

Skating is weather dependent and no ice skate rentals are available. Hockey sticks and pucks are prohibited.

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.

R/C Airplane Flying
$50/permit
Softball Field Use
Softball Field Use League: 12 Weeks $300/Non Lighted, $400/Lighted
Softball Field Use Reserve: $50 per day Non Lighted, $65 per day Lighted
Sports Court Reservation: $40 per day (Tennis/Basketball/Roller Hockey/Pickleball
Picnic Shelter Reservation: $60 per day Monday through Thursday $50 per day Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Holidays
Winter Pavilion Hall Rental: Reservations available from 4/1 through 10/31: $210/day with availability from 12pm-7pm

Maps

Trail Map (pdf)

Fri 15 Nov

Fun Facts and Falling Leaves
Friday, November 15, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Reservoir State Park

Come out for a stroll on the accessible path around Reservoir State Park! Enjoy the crisp air and embrace the November weather. Registration required at Eventbrite.com.

Registration: Required

Sat 23 Nov

Winter Wildflowers at Reservoir
Saturday, November 23, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Reservoir State Park

Join us for a stroll along the accessible pathway around Reservoir State Park in search of Winter Wildflowers! Registration required at Eventbrite.com.

Registration: Required

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Amenities Information

Amenities
Biking
Fishing
Grills
Hiking
Ice Skating * (Natural Rink)
Pavilions and Shelter Rentals (Accessible)
Playgrounds
Playing Fields * (Driving Range, R/C Airplane Field)
Snowshoeing/X-Country Skiing
Tennis

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