Westcott Beach State Park
- Status
- Status not postedSat–Sun sunrise – sunset
- Entrance fee
- $8 per dayAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed, with restrictions6-ft leash
- Camping
- YesAlso cabins
- Official site
- parks.ny.gov(315) 938-5083
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
Westcott Beach State Park is a 312-acre park in Jefferson County, about 3 miles south of Sackets Harbor.
Things to do include winter sports, hunting in season, boating, swimming, and fishing. On the water side, there is a swimming beach and a boat ramp. For overnight stays there are campsites (RV sites and showers). Roofed lodging includes 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 | Sat–Sun | sunrise – sunset | — |
| Entrance gate | Daily | 8 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. | May 1 – Aug 31 |
| Daily | 10 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. | — | |
| Daily | sunrise – sunset | — |
Official wording
The camping opens in early-May and operates through Columbus Day weekend. Park open from sunrise to sunset
Toll Booth Open from May to October Summer Toll Booth Hours (May - August) 8:00am - 7:30pm Fall Toll Booth Hours (September - Columbus Day) 10:00am - 6:30pm The Westcott Beach Boat Launch, Chaumont Boat Launch Site, and Stoney Creek Boat Launch Site are open year round from dawn to dusk Waterfowl hunting is permitted in season by permit only.
2026 Camping/Cabin Season Lower Half of Park May 15, 2026 - September 6, 2026 Plateau Camping & Cottages May 15, 2026 - October 11, 2026
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/New York).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Day Use (Peak) | $8 |
| Bus Use (Daily) | $35 |
| Day Use | $8 |
| Campers | $12 |
| Overnight | $19 |
| *Surcharges For Boat Dockage, Weekend/Holiday (resident) | $4 |
| *Surcharges For Boat Dockage, Weekend/Holiday (resident) | $5 |
| Day Use | $8 |
| $18-$31/night | $18 |
| $18-$31/night | $31 |
| *Additional (resident) | $5 |
| $1,400/week (peak season), $200/night (off peak season, 2 night minimum) | $1 |
| $1,400/week (peak season), $200/night (off peak season, 2 night minimum) | $200 |
| Shelter A & B | $100 |
| Shelter A & B | $7.25 |
| Shelter D | $150 |
| Shelter D | $7.25 |
Official wording
Beach & Vehicle Entry Fee Day Use (Peak) $8. Bus Use (Daily) $35 Fees are charged, starting the first weekend in May until Columbus day. Boat Dockage & Launch Day Use $8 Campers $12 Overnight $19 (prime) *Surcharges For Boat Dockage, Weekend/Holiday $4, Non-NYS residents $5 Sewage Dumping Day Use $8 Campsite $18-$31/night *Additional $5/night for non-NYS residents Camping reservations can be made by visiting Reserve America or by calling 1-800-456-2267. To cancel a reservation prior to arrival you can cancel online or contact Reserve America at 1-800-456-2267. If you are cancelling on the day of arrival, you must contact the campground directly. Visit: Camping, Things To Know Cottages $1,400/week (peak season), $200/night (off peak season, 2 night minimum) Pavilion Rental Fees Shelter A & B: $100.00 plus $7.25 fee Shelter D $150.00 plus $7.25 fee
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 are 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
Campsite
$18-$31/night
*Additional $5/night for non-NYS residents
Camping reservations can be made by visiting Reserve America or by calling 1-800-456-2267. To cancel a reservation prior to arrival you can cancel online or contact Reserve America at 1-800-456-2267. If you are cancelling on the day of arrival, you must contact the campground directly. Visit: Camping, Things To Know
Cottages
$1,400/week (peak season), $200/night (off peak season, 2 night minimum)
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BoatingFishingHikingHuntingWinter sportsSwimmingCamping
Swimming
2026 Swimming Season: June 19, 2026 - September 6, 2026
Main Beach Swimming Hours: 11am – 7pm*
*beach swimming hours may vary depending on lifeguard availability.
Amenities
Facilities
- Showers
- Picnic shelters
- Playground
Water
- Swimming beach
- Boat ramp
Camping
- RV camping
Lodging
- Cabins
✓ 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: Food, Event Rentals: Pavilions, Shelters, Playground, Showers
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- Route 3
Henderson, NY 13650 - Nearest town
- Sackets Harbor — about 3 mi south (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 43.8970, -76.1180
- Phone
- (315) 938-5083
Entrances
- Main Entrance
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Directions from the park
Main Entrance
Entrance gate: Daily 8 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.; Daily 10 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.; Daily sunrise – sunset
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