Oneida Shores Park

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A sandy shallow beach with the dynamic Driver's Village Playground, breezy picnic grounds, volleyball courts and great views of New York's largest inland lake create a relaxing waterfront environment. 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.

Oneida Shores County Park is open year-round. Season beach and boat launch passes are available to purchase. 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, except the beach, 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.

Click here to download a map/history of Oneida Shores Park & Campgrounds

Is the BEACH OPEN for swimming??
The Onondaga County Health Department tests the water quality at Oneida Shores Beach approximately every two weeks during the summer season. Click here to see if the beach is currently open for swimming, and view the most recent water quality testing results, strongly recommended BEFORE heading to the beach(es).

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. Click here for more information.

Picnic Shelters

Six covered shelters are available to reserve for family functions or group parties. These popular spots fill quickly, reservations are available beginning January 1 for the upcoming season, so reserve your date today. Click here for more information.

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Oneida Shores Park

Athletic Fields

Oneida Shores Park has a variety of open spaces throughout the park for the general public to enjoy and have a leisurely game of your chosen sport.
Boat Launch

Oneida Shores Boat Launch offers the most accessible route to New York State's largest inland lake. Less than a mile off I81 in Brewerton, the paved launch provides multiple entry ramps for boats of all sizes, ample parking nearby, picnic facilities, rest rooms and ranger patrols. Click here for more information.
Camping - Public

Create an overnight adventure at beautiful Oneida Shores Park 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. Click here for more information.
Canoeing / Kayaking

The shoreline at Oneida Shores Park is practically wide open for car top launching of Canoes or Kayaks for a relaxing paddle through Muskrat Bay and throughout Oneida Lake. The campground shoreline and swimming area are the only designated off limits areas. Standard park admission fees apply during beach season.
Dogs Allowed

Dogs are not permitted on the beach or within the playground play areas. In accordance with New York State law all dogs must be restrained by a leash or chain not more than six feet in length, every dog owner must have a dog license tag attached to their dog’s collar and it shall be the duty of each dog owner or person having possession, custody or control of a dog to remove any feces left by his or her dog on any public park property.
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. Learn more about fishing at Oneida Shores.

Please note: Fishing is not permitted on the swimming beach during beach season. Click here for beach season dates/hours.
Horseshoes

Located in our general picnic area are 2 Horseshoe pits that are available on a first come, first serve basis. Reserve use shelters also have the option of enjoying horseshoes in conjunction with the rental.
Picnic Areas

The general picnic area is used on a first come, first serve basis. Reserving tables is strongly discouraged and like all areas of the park, the public is expected to remove and dispose of all trash properly in our conjunction with Carry in-Carry out policy. For larger groups, reserved shelters are available. Click here for more information. No glass is allowed and alcohol is limited to one six pack per legal adult. No beer kegs.
Playgrounds

Home of the dynamic Drivers Village Playground, with something for kids of all ages including a net climber, fish riders (designed to replicate the top three fish populations within Oneida Lake), climbing structures, swings and slides.
Swimming

A sandy waterfront with guarded swimming area, a section for inflatables, bathhouse, and children's playground on the largest lake entirely in New York State. Swimming is permitted only during scheduled hours when lifeguards are on duty. Click here for admission information. Click here for current beach hours.

Oneida Shores Park

Park Hours:

Mother's Day Weekend - Columbus Day: 6am - 8:30 pm
Mid-October - Mid-May : Sunrise - Sunset

2023 Peak Season (Beach Open) Dates/Hours:

May 27 - June 11
Saturday & Sunday & Memorial Day • 11am - 6pm

June 17 - August 20
Friday - Sunday & July 4 • 11am - 6pm
Monday - Thursday • 12pm - 6pm

Dates/Hours are subject to change.

Water Quality Testing
The Onondaga County Health Department samples Oneida Shores Beach approximately every two weeks during the summer season.
Click here to see the most recent results, strongly recommended before heading out to the beach.

Oneida Shores Park

Daily Admission
Peak Season	$7 per vehicle $35 per bus
Veterans & Active Military	Free Admission for one vehicle/car Present military I.D., Onondaga County FAVOR card, discharge papers or another form of official military identification.
Seniors	(Monday-Thursday only, excluding holidays) $2 per vehicle
Non-Peak Season	Free
Peak Season Beach Pass	Enjoy access to Oneida Shores AND Jamesville Beach Park beaches for the entire season: $50 per vehicle - Onondaga County Residents $100 per vehicle - Non-Residents $21 per vehicle for Seniors Only (age 62+) - Residents & Non-Residents SAVE TIME! Purchase a season pass online beginning April 1. Click here to begin your purchase. Not sure how to navigate our system? Click here first for a step by step guide. In-person sales are available at the ticket booth during beach season.

Oneida Shores Park

9400 Bartell Road
Brewerton, NY 13029

Park Office
T: (315) 676-7366
F: (315) 668-6585
oneida@ongov.net

Arrowhead Lodge Reservations/Questions
(315) 451-6249
reservations@ongov.net