Oneida Shores Park

Shelters Arrowhead Lodge

Cross Country Skiing and more can be enjoyed this winter...

The trail is approximately 1 1/4 mile long, marked with yellow diamond trail markers,and travels around the ridge between the Cicero Swamp and the McKinley Reserved Area. A beginner level trail, with only two small inclines to navigate, it runs through a climax hardwood forest and open fields at the McKinley Shelters.  Trail access is from the parking lot at the West McKinley Shelter parking lot.

Click here for condition report or call 676-7366.

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A sandy shallow beach with breezy picnic grounds, volleyball courts and great views of New York's largest inland lake create a relaxing waterfront evironment. Our family friendly campground, the closest to I81 in the Northeast, ideally suited to late spring, summer and early fall travelers, anglers and Central New Yorkers looking for a quick getaway.

Click here to download a map (pdf) of Oneida Shores Park & Campgrounds.

Season Beach & Boat Launch Passes are now available.
Click here to download an application.

Swimming

A sandy waterfront with guarded swimming area and a section for inflatables, bathhouse and nearby children's playground is open during beach season.

Kayak & Power Paddler Rentals - Available during Beach Season

Hobie Mirage Sport Kayak: $10/hour; $6/half-hour
Hobie Mirage Outback Kayak: $12/hour; $8/half-hour
Hobie Mirage Revolution Kayak: $12/hour; $8/half-hour
Hobie Mirage Outfitter Kayak: $15/hour; $10/half-hour
Hobie Lanai Kayak: $10/hour; $6/half-hour
Hobie Kona Kayak: $10/hour; $6/half-hour

Power Paddlers (for Kids): $5/hour; $3/half-hour

All rentals include life jackets.

 

Camping

Create an overnight adventure and enjoy your choice of over 50 shaded lake view campsites - spaces for tents and self-contained RV's and sites with electric and water, all with individual parking areas, picnic tables, grills and hot showers, plus free beach and boat launch access during beach hours, are all available for your convenience. View camping rates.

2010 site reservations are now available. The campgrounds will be open weekends only April 30-May 23, daily May 28-Labor Day and weekends only thru mid-October (weather permitting). $20-$22 per night for basic sites; $26-$28 per night with power.  For more information, call (315) 676-7366.  Click here to view the campground map (pdf).

Firewood Alert - A new regulation is now in effect that prohibits the import of firewood into New York unless it has been heat treated to kill pests. The regulation also limits the transportation of untreated firewood to less than 50 miles from its source. Click here for more information.

Become a Campground Host:
If you love camping, like helping people and have a minumum of 2 weeks to spend with us, you may be a perfect candidate for our campground host program! Click here to learn more.

Boating

A paved launch accommodates boats of all sizes. Open dawn to dusk during fishing season. Click here for more Boat Launch Information.

Off season, boaters are asked to donate $5 per launch in our honor box located at the launch.

For information on boating rules and regulations and a current schedule of boater safety classes, go to the New York State Parks Boating Education page.

Fishing

Catch the big one on bountiful Oneida Lake! Muskrat Bay Fishing area is a great spot to surface fish for bass, while the launch breakwall can be productive for a variety of species - Be careful on the rocks!

Arrowhead Lodge

A secluded forest setting, wall -length fieldstone fireplace and complete kitchen facilities make this year-round facility ideal for business retreats or meetings, weddings, showers, reunions and other large events. Dates at Arrowhead Lodge may be reserved up to two years in advance. Visit the Arrowhead Page for rates, photos and to check availability. Reserve Arrowhead online today, click on the "Book Now" link or call (315) 676-7366.

Picnic Shelters

Five covered shelters are available for reserved areas plus one green area which is just the right size for a family outing. Reserve a picnic shelter online today, click on the "Book Now" link or call (315) 451-7275. Visit the Parks Shelter Pages for more information.

 

Oneida Shores County Park is open year-round and season passes are also available. Our carry in-carry out policy helps protect the environment and litter bags are provided for your convenience. No glass is allowed and alcohol is limited to one six pack per legal adult. No beer kegs. All areas of the park are accessible and pets, if brought to the park, must be on a leash not longer than 6', inoculated for rabies, and never left unattended. Pets are not allowed on the beach.

Learn more about Oneida Lake...
Visit "Celebrate the Lake: A Tribute to Water Resources throughout the Oneida Lake Watershed"