Letchworth State Park
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily 6 a.m. – 11 p.m.
- Entrance fee
- $10 per vehicleAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed, with restrictions6-ft leash
- Camping
- YesAlso cabins
- Official site
- parks.ny.gov(585) 493-3600
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
Partial closure Letchworth State Park Campground Construction UpdateConstruction of five new shower buildings is currently underway. Loops 100 and 200 are open as normal and Loop 700 is open on weekends until Columbus… (more)
Construction of five new shower buildings is currently underway. Loops 100 and 200 are open as normal and Loop 700 is open on weekends until Columbus Day, 10/12/2026. Loops 300, 400, 500, 600,and 800 will be closed, tentatively, until July 2, 2027. In the event our campground is at capacity, nearby NYS Park Camping alternatives can be found at Allegany, Stony Brook, Darien Lakes, and Hamlin Beach State Parks. Cabin rentals are also still an option at Letchworth. Please access the Reserve America link below to see information, dates and availabilities.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
Letchworth State Park is a 14,416-acre park in Liv/Wyo County, about 14 miles southwest of Geneseo.
The park supports snowmobiling, horseback riding, winter sports, hunting in season, and swimming. The official site lists about 66 miles of trails. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming pool. Camping is available: campsites, including RV sites and showers. If you'd rather not camp, the park offers cabins.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | 6 a.m. – 11 p.m. | — |
| Visitor center — Humphrey Nature Center | Daily | 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. | — |
| Visitor center — Museum | Daily | 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. | May 1 – Oct 31 |
Official wording
Park Hours: Open year-round, 6 am - 11 pm daily. Please check below for specific opening/closing dates.
Genesee Conference Center: Open year-round. Reservations must be made with the designated reservationist through the park office, call (585) 493-3600.
Humphrey Nature Center: Open daily 10:00 am - 5:00 pm.
Museum: May-October, Open daily 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
2026 Camping Season: Peak season June 27, 2026 - August 29, 2026 Camping/Cabins by reservation only, visit Reserve America or call 1-(800)-456-2267. Campground: May 15, 2026 - October 12, 2026 (all 30 AMP and 50 AMP sites) Group Camping (non-profit groups only): April 17, 2026 - October 12, 2026 Primitive campsites. Tent only (no campers/RVs). Must call park office for reservations (585) 493-3600.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/New York).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| $10 per vehicle (car, truck, van, motorcycle, etc) | $10 · vehicle |
| All Buses | $35 |
| Campsites | $30 · night |
| Campsites | $32 · night |
| *Out of state resident fee for camping, (nonresident) | $5 · night |
| Cabins | $59.50 · night |
| Cabins | $156 · night |
| $238-$596 per week during peak season, only weekly rentals permitted during this time | $238 |
| $238-$596 per week during peak season, only weekly rentals permitted during this time | $596 |
| *Out of state resident fee, (nonresident) | $7 · night |
| *Out of state resident fee, (resident) | $28 · night |
| Peak | $1000 |
| Non Peak | $1000 |
| $300/night, 2-night minimum | $300 |
| $1 Adult | $1 · adult |
| $3 Family | $3 |
| $25/day-call the park office for more information (585)493-3600 | $25 |
Official wording
Vehicle Entrance Fee Cash, Credit Card or Check $10 per vehicle (car, truck, van, motorcycle, etc) All Buses $35 Pool & Museum included! Collected: 5/8/26 - 10/25/26*: 9 am - 5 pm, daily *no charge 10/19 - 10/23 Camping Campsites: $30-$32 per night, 2-night minimum *Out of state resident fee for camping, $5 per night Cabins: $59.50-$156 per night, 2-night minimum outside peak season $238-$596 per week during peak season, only weekly rentals permitted during this time *Out of state resident fee, $7 per night, $28 per week Glen Iris Inn Please see: Glen Iris Inn for rates and details and facilities they operate Parker’s Hideaway Peak - $1000/5-day week Friday – Wednesday Non Peak - $1000/5-day week Friday-Wednesday; $300/night, 2-night minimum Access Passes are not valid for this facility. Brochure Museum Donation $1 Adult $.50 Child $3 Family Wood Permits $25/day-call the park office for more information (585)493-3600
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
- Camping
- Required
- Booking system
- ReserveAmerica (newyorkstateparks.reserveamerica.com)
- Phone
- 1-800-456-2267
Camping/Cabins by reservation only, visit Reserve America or call 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: shelters; playgrounds.
A maximum of two pets are allowed in camping loops 100, 200, 700 and 800, Cabin Area C and day use areas unless prohibited by sign or directive (not allowed in shelters, cabins A, B, D and E or camping loops 300, 400, 500, and 600). 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:
$30-$32 per night, 2-night minimum
*Out of state resident fee for camping, $5 per night
Cabins:
$59.50-$156 per night, 2-night minimum outside peak season
$238-$596 per week during peak season, only weekly rentals permitted during this time
*Out of state resident fee, $7 per night, $28 per week
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Cabins and lodging
Cabins: Available from May 8, 2026 - November 29, 2026
Parker's Hideaway: May 8, 2026 - November 29, 2026.
*Please note within the camping season time frame, some cabins/sites may open later or close earlier. For more details, please call the park, view the appropriate brochure in the documents section at the bottom of this page, or visit Reserve America
Glen Iris Inn: May 1, 2026 - October 31, 2026
Glen Iris Inn Operated Rooms/Locations:
Caroline's Dining Room at the Glen Iris Inn: May-October
*When open, the dining room now takes reservations through their website: Glen Iris Inn
Stone House: Year Round
The Chalet House: Year Round
Caroline's Cottage: Year Round
Pine Wood Lodge: May - October
Call the Glen Iris at (585) 493-2622 for more information.
Things to do
BikingHikingHorseback ridingFishingHuntingWinter sportsSnowmobilingSwimmingCamping
Trails
Trail Closures: Trail 7 from Middle Falls to the Genesee Arch Bridge (permanent closure).
Interactive Trail Map: Be sure to download the interactive trail map before visiting! The map will use your phone's GPS to tell you where you are within Letchworth State Park.
Swimming
2026 Swimming Pool Season:
Projected opening 6/27 - Labor Day
Opening daily from 11:00 am-6:45 pm.
Amenities
Facilities
- Showers
- Picnic shelters
- Playground
- Visitor center
- Nature center or museum
- Park or camp store
Water
- Swimming pool
Camping
- RV camping
Lodging
- Cabins
Recreation
- Horse trails
✓ 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: Campsites, Cabins & Lodging, Food, Event Rentals: Pavilions, Shelters, Showers, Swimming Pool
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- 1 Letchworth State Park
Castile, NY 14427 - Nearest town
- Geneseo — about 14 mi southwest (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 42.6459, -77.9758
- Phone
- (585) 493-3600
Entrances
- Portageville Entrance (South)
- Mt Morris Entrance (North)
- Perry Entrance (West)
- Camping Entrance
- Mt Morris Dam Entrance (North)
- Castile Entrance (South)
- Parade Grounds Entrance (East)
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Directions from the park
Portageville Entrance (South): Access to the Glen Iris Inn, Museum, Middle and Upper Falls Area, and the Genesee Arch Bridge Mt Morris Entrance (North): Access to the G.W. Harvey Swimming Pool and Highbanks Recreation Area located on the North End; second closest entrance to Highbanks Camping Area Perry Entrance (West): Direct access to Highbanks Camping Area Camping Entrance: Highbanks Camping Area and Highbanks Camping Office Entrance, which hosts all 270 Tent and Trailer Campsites. Check-In for the Campground and C-Cabin Area located here. Mt Morris Dam Entrance (North): Access to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Dam and Visitor’s Center, located off State Route 408, at the North end of the park, on the east side of the Genesee River Castile Entrance (South): Access to the Archery Field Overlook, closest to the Visitor’s Center, the Lower Falls Area, A & B Cabins, Trailside Lodge, and the Humphrey Nature Center Parade Grounds Entrance (East): Access to the Parade Grounds, D-Cabin Area, and E-Cabin Area through this entrance. Check-in for D & E Cabin Areas is located at the Visitor’s Center on the west side of the park.
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)
- Photo: Letchworth State Park Valley.jpg — CC0 1.0 (public domain dedication), Gankbank789
“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