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Four Mile Creek State Park

We didn’t know if we should add this one, as swimming is not allowed.  We decided to include it because it is pretty, and people were letting their dogs swim.

Durand Eastman County Park

This is a gorgeous park with miles of sand beach, turquoise water, and waves.   There is a designated beach at the western end, but many people just swim in the open water. There is a long parking lot running along the main road, and lots of places to park. This is in Durand Eastman […]

Wolcott Falls Park

This is a town park with a pretty waterfall that can be viewed from a look out platform, or by following a  short path down to the falls.  We don’t know if people swim here, so this is a “See” location. http://nyfalls.com/waterfalls/wolcott-falls/

Webster Park

We weren’t sure if we should include this location, because swimming isn’t allowed, and you would be visible if you tried.  We decided to go ahead with it mainly because it would be a great place to let your dog swim, and children could probably splash around without getting in too much trouble.  It is […]

Sodus Point Beach Park

This park seems to have two beaches right beside each other, though possibly they are run by different entities.  The beaches are next to a coast guard station and a police station. One is quite little and calm, and probably best for small children. The main beach has a large swim area and sand beach, […]

Fair Haven Beach State Park

This park has a very large sand beach, and multiple swim areas.  They also have a unique set up with diving boards along a canal.  On sunny days the water appears to be turquoise, though we were here during a storm.  It is a lovely park, and likely a good place for swimmers. http://www.nysparks.com/parks/12/details.aspx

Chimney Bluffs State Park

After seeing this location we were shocked that we had never heard of it before.  The landscape here is so unusual for the east coast, and the views are breathtaking. This park expressly says “no swimming” so it is definitely a “See” location, but it shouldn’t be missed. There is a large grass area with […]

Seneca Lake State Park

This is a huge park, with a fun splash playground for kids, lots of picnic areas, and waterfront walking trails.  Unfortunately there was a very unpleasant odor while we were here, and we aren’t sure how common that it.  The park still had a lot of visitors though, and seems to be popular for birthday […]

Sampson State Park

There aren’t many signs for the beach, but if you take a right after passing the museum on your left, then follow signs for “swimming” you’ll find it.  The swimming area is beside the playground, and shares a parking lot with the marina. This is a huge park that used to be a military training […]

Keuka Lake State Park

This park has a small swimming area and small sand beach.  It has very nice facilities, and a fancy playground. http://nysparks.com/parks/67/details.aspx