Golden Hill State Park
- Status
- Status not postedOpen daily; hours not posted
- Entrance fee
- $1 per adultAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed, with restrictions6-ft leash
- Camping
- YesAlso cabins
- Official site
- parks.ny.gov(716) 246-3035
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
Golden Hill State Park is a 372-acre park in Niagara County, about 11 miles northwest of Medina.
Popular activities here are snowmobiling, golf, disc golf, winter sports, and hunting in season. Water access includes a boat ramp. Overnight options include campsites, with RV sites and showers. There are also cabins for rent.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Open daily (hours not posted) | ||
| Day use | Daily | sunrise – sunset | — |
Official wording
Open year-round.
Day use park hours: sunrise to sunset.
Historic 30 Mile Point Lighthouse: mid-May to mid-October Tour the lighthouse & climb the tower, weather permitting, then stroll over to the visitor's center and enjoy the maritime displays featured here. Lighthouse tours are closed for the season and will reopen May 16, 2025.
Camping Season: mid-May to mid-October; Lighthouse Cottage (sleeps 6) - 2-night minimum. Reservations can be made via Reserve America. No tent rental available. Campsite Office: (716) 246-3035
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/New York).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Campsites | $17 · night |
| Campsites | $37 · night |
| *Additional (resident) | $5 |
| Yurts | $106 · day |
| $1 Adult | $1 · adult |
| Cars | $7 |
| Buses | $35 |
| $7/launch | $7 · boat |
Official wording
Camping Campsites: $17-$37/night *Additional $5/night for non-NYS residents Yurts: $106 per day / weekly rates available Lighthouse Guided Tours • $1 Adult • $.50 Children (12 years old and younger) Call the campground for times. Vehicle Entrance Fee • Cars $7 • Buses $35 *Fees Collected: 8:00 am - 8:00 pm Boat Launch $7/launch *Collected via automated pay kiosk
New York park passes
- Empire Pass — from $80. Unlimited day-use vehicle entry at most State Parks and DEC facilities (one vehicle at a time) Details
- Golden Park Program — free. Free vehicle entry on non-holiday weekdays for NY residents 62+ Details
- Access Pass — free. Free or discounted use for NY residents with disabilities Details
- Lifetime Liberty Pass — free. Free or discounted use for NY resident veterans and Gold Star parents, spouses, children Details
- Every Kid Outdoors (NPS 4th-grade pass) — free. Free entry for 4th grade students Details
From the New York state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- ReserveAmerica (newyorkstateparks.reserveamerica.com)
- Phone
- 1-800-456-2267
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
Dogs allowed, with restrictions · leash up to 6 feet
Not allowed in or on: playgrounds.
A maximum of two pets is 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. Pets are not permitted in playgrounds, buildings, golf courses, boardwalks, pools and spray-grounds, or guarded beaches (this does not apply to service animals).
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
Camping
Campsites: $17-$37/night
*Additional $5/night for non-NYS residents
Yurts: $106 per day / weekly rates available
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BikingBoatingGolfDisc golfFishingHikingHuntingWinter sportsSnowmobilingCamping
Boating and paddling
Boat Launch: mid-May - to mid-October, conditions permitting.
Automated pay station, 24 hours/day.
Amenities
Facilities
- Showers
- Picnic shelters
- Playground
Water
- Boat ramp
Camping
- RV camping
Lodging
- Cabins
Recreation
- Golf course
- Disc golf
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
Accessible amenities: Event Rentals: Pavilions, Shelters, Showers
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- 9691 Lower Lake Road
Barker, NY 14012 - Nearest town
- Medina — about 11 mi northwest (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 43.3695, -78.4802
- Phone
- (716) 246-3035
Entrances
- Entrance
- Main Entrance
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Directions from the park
Entrance: Boat Launch Entrance Main Entrance: Campground, Lighthouse
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- New York State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- NY State Parks 'All Locations' park finder (server-rendered, ?page=N)
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. “Last changed” (Oct 29, 2026) is when the information shown here last differed from the previous check. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology