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WESTCOTT BEACH STATE PARK
WESTCOTT BEACH STATE PARK
Route 3
Henderson, New York   13650

Phone: 315-646-2239
Reservations: 800-456-2267
Westcott Beach State Park is a popular day-use and camping park on Lake Ontario, with rolling, wooded hills and open, grassy meadows sheltered by Henderson Bay. It offers restful campsites located on a bluff, from which the view is spectacular. A small marina is adjacent to the long, sandy beach to accommodate anglers interested in Lake Ontario's excellent black bass fishing. The park also has a children's playground, picnic areas and hiking trails that do winter duty for cross-country skiing.
Swimming
1. Westcott Beach State Park offers a large sandy beach for swimming.
2. Lifeguards are on duty during the summer season to ensure safety.
3. The park provides changing rooms and shower facilities near the swim area.
4. Swimming is allowed in designated areas only, marked by buoys or ropes.
5. There's also an option of renting paddle boats for water exploration beyond swimming limits.

Boating
The park, located in New York, offers a variety of boating options. There is a boat launch site available for those who want to bring their own boats. Motorized and non-motorized watercraft are allowed on the waters surrounding the beach area within designated zones only. Kayaking and canoeing are also popular activities among visitors due to calm lake conditions ideal for these sports.
Fishing
Enjoy fishing in the freshwater of Lake Ontario, home to species like Smallmouth Bass and Northern Pike. Other options include shore or boat fishing for Walleye, Yellow Perch and Brown Trout. The park also offers ice-fishing during winter months.


Location
Westcott Beach State Park is located near Watertown

Picnicking
Westcott Beach State Park offers picnic areas with tables and grills, pavilions for rent, and stunning views of Lake Ontario.
Bicycling
Bicycling is permitted on park roads. However, be cautious as these are shared with motor vehicles and pedestrians.

There aren't any designated bike trails available within the area.

Always wear a helmet for safety while cycling in this location.

Ensure your bicycle has proper lighting if you plan to ride after dusk or before dawn.

Remember that cyclists must obey all traffic laws just like motorists do when riding on public roadways here.

Be aware of wildlife crossing paths which may suddenly appear causing potential hazards during rides.

Visitor Comments, Memories and Reviews
September 21 WOW! by pitbul48
park review stars; one to five This was the BEST campground we ever stayed at! Improvements could be made to water system on the plateau, otherwise other NY State parks could learn from it! Also, GREAT sunsets off Lake Ontario
July 13 westcott beach by nancy hollis
park review stars; one to five we stayed at your campground. It was the first vacation in 4 years for me, it was wonderful,except for our lot 106. It was a waterpit and something should be done about the lot,maybe fill in with dirt. We will definately be back. It was fun
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