This area has two locations, and both are public boat launches that people swim from. They are close together, with one launch on the upper falls above the dam, and one below the dam. Both areas are signed, and there is camping at the lower one. UPPER BOAT LAUNCH- We were told by a mom […]
LYONS FALLS LOWER This area has two locations, and both are public boat launches that people swim from. They are close together, with one launch on the upper falls above the dam, and one below the dam. Both areas are signed, and there is camping at the lower one. LOWER BOAT LAUNCH- There is a […]
There is a brown and yellow sign for Ager’s Falls Recreational Area, and then signs directing you to the parking lot for the falls. The falls are visible from the parking lot. This is a gorgeous location, and we think it is one of the best in the state. There is a meduim sized fall […]
This location is variously called Whitaker or Whittaker, but we went with the town website spelling of “Whitaker” http://villageoflowville.org/content/Parks/View/3 This is a sort of unusual park in that it has a gorgeous set of waterfalls, but we didn’t find the access very clear. The falls could be a great tourist attraction, but the access is a little […]
This is a man-made swimming area with tannic water, and a sand beach. There is a playground and restrooms are available; dogs are allowed, but not on the beach. http://nysparks.com/parks/92/details.aspx
THERE IS A SIGN SAYING THAT MILITARY PERSONAL AREN’T ALLOWED HERE, AND THAT THE RIVER IS A DANGER TO EVERYONE. This is because a number of soldiers from Fort Drum have died here over the years. People do swim here, but you should exercise extreme caution, as currents can be strong, and there a places […]
We don’t have many pictures of this location because they are very serious about prohibiting dogs from entering the day use area. They did give us 5 minutes to take pictures, which was very nice of them. This park has a large beach with a large swimming area, and crystal clear water. There are sports […]
This is a HUGE beach, you can’t even see the two ends from the swimming area. There are actually two connected beaches, one is for the Southwick Beach State Park, and the other is the Lakeview Wildlife Management Area (WMA). People swim in both, though we think it is technically only allowed in the state […]
THERE IS BIG SIGN SAYING, “BEACH CLOSED, SWIMMING PROHIBITED” that looked fairly permanent, but they list this park as having swimming online. This might be a case where they couldn’t find a lifeguard this summer, so call ahead and check, because there clearly was a large parking area and beach here and we aren’t sure […]
This is a beautiful fall, that is great for a visit, but this is not a swimming location. There is a NYS signed parking area for Salmon River Falls Unique Area, with a trail leading from the lot to the falls. The trail is steep, but well maintained, and has steps and ropes to help you […]