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Fair Haven Beach State Park
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FAIR HAVEN BEACH STATE PARK
FAIR HAVEN BEACH STATE PARK
14985 State Park Road P.O. Box 16
Fair Haven, New York   13064

Phone: 315-947-5205
Reservations: 315-947-5205
Fair Haven Beach State Park has one of the finest public lakefronts in upstate New York, with high bluffs above sandy beaches and hilly woodlands. Inland, there is Sterling Pond, surrounded by campsites and cabins, eight of the latter winterized.
FACILITIES AND ACTIVITIES OVERVIEW
Day-UseFishingyes
 Huntingyes
 Hiking Trailyes
 Swimming Beachyes
 Bike Trailsyes
BoatingLaunch Rampsyes
CampingPrimitiveyes
 Electric Sitesyes
WinterActivitiesyes
Cottages
Fairhaven Beach State Park offers three Full Service Accomodations which provide guests with a shower, refrigerator, a range, a microwave, pillows, bedding, cooking utensils, dishes and a coffee maker. The Taft and Young vacation rentals include a refrigerator, cooking stove, wall outlets, furniture, two double beds, four twin beds, hot shower and fireplace. Outside each cottage, is a picnic table and fire ring. Bedding, pillows, dishes and cooking utensils are not provided.
Swimming
1. Fair Haven Beach State Park offers a large sandy beach on Lake Ontario for swimming.
2. Lifeguards are present during designated hours to ensure swimmer safety.
3. The park also features two warm inland lakes, perfect for family-friendly swims or wading.
4. Swimming is only allowed when lifeguards are on duty due to strong currents and waves in the lake area.
5. There's ample space along the shoreline allowing visitors plenty of room to spread out while enjoying water activities.

Boating
The park offers a variety of boating options for visitors. There is a boat launch site available, making it easy to set sail on the waters. Both power boats and non-motorized watercraft like canoes or kayaks are permitted in designated areas within the park's boundaries. Fishing from your boat is also allowed as long as you have obtained necessary permits beforehand.
Fishing
You can enjoy fishing in Lake Ontario and Sterling Pond. Species include bass, perch, salmon, trout and walleye. There's also ice fishing during winter months for hardy anglers seeking pike or panfish.


Location
Fair Haven Beach State Park is located near Baldwinsville, Fulton and Oswego

Picnicking
Fair Haven Beach State Park offers picnic areas with tables and grills, pavilions for rent, and beautiful lake views.
Bicycling
Biking is a popular activity, with various trails available. However, caution should be exercised due to uneven terrain.

The park's paved roads offer safer biking options for families and casual riders.

Mountain bikers can explore off-road paths but must remain vigilant of potential hazards such as roots or rocks.

Remember that helmets are mandatory in New York State for cyclists under 14 years old - safety first!

During peak season, bike traffic may increase significantly; please ride responsibly and respect other users' space.

Cyclists need to follow all posted signs regarding trail usage restrictions or closures due to weather conditions.

Night cycling isn't recommended without proper lighting equipment on both the bicycle and cyclist themselves.
Birding
The park offers diverse birding opportunities with over 200 species, including waterfowl and songbirds. Birdwatchers can explore the shoreline, bluffs or forests for sightings. The fall migration period is particularly popular among enthusiasts.
Area Attractions
Fairhaven Beach State Park has excellent swimming and fishing opportunities. Rowboats, paddleboats and canoes are for rent and the park has a boat launch and a recreation building. The recreation building is available for rental.

Visitor Comments, Memories and Reviews
August 1 Memorial Day weekend is the greatest by greenangel
park review stars; one to five The geese and ducks are caring for their young and daily pararde along the shore in the cattails.
August 14 OUR FAVORITE PLACE TO CAMP by SHUNGA1999
park review stars; one to five tHIS PLACE HAS SO MUCH TO DO A LITTLE SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE. THE BEACHES ARE GREAT AND THE CAMPSITES ARE CLEAN AND THE BATHROOMS ARE CLEANED OFTEN. IT IS A GREAT PLACE FOR YOUR FAMILY TO GO. THEY ARE VERY STRICT ON NOISE LEVELS AFTER A CERTAIN POINT WHICH ARE GREAT FOR FAMILY SITUATIONS. YOU SHOULD REALLY CHECH THIS PLACE OUT!!
July 23 Right on the beach by Kat
park review stars; one to five This is a good campground that is right on the beach of Lake Ontario. Not only is it beautiful, but you can rent boats (smaller boats like paddle boats) and play beach volleyball. There are also cabins and playgrounds.
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