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Point Au Roche State Park

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Address
19 Camp Red Cloud Road
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Latitude 44.785732
Longitude -73.382385

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Pet Policy

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. Proof of rabies inoculation shall be produced if requested by staff. Pets are not permitted in playgrounds, buildings, golf courses, boardwalks, pools and spray-grounds or guarded beaches (this does not apply to service animals).

Point Au Roche State Park, on the northwestern shore of Lake Champlain, is a mixture of open and forested areas, most of them natural and undeveloped. The park's large day-use area has a protected, sandy beach and picnic facilities. Boating and fishing are popular activities, as are volleyball, softball and other games. The park offers 60 designated mooring sites in Deep Bay. The Nature Center offers a variety of programs; and, is available to the public all year. The park's trails, including nature, hiking and biking trails, wind through interesting habitats, from forest to marsh to shoreline. The trails are in use all year for school programs, nature hikes and cross-country skiing. The park also provides access for ice fishing.

Pavilion Information
Point Au Roche has two pavilions. The day use price is $75 and can accommodate up to 50 people. Check availability at ReserveAmerica.com.

Current Water Quality - Beach Results

Pet Policy: 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. Proof of rabies inoculation shall be produced if requested by staff. Pets are not permitted in playgrounds, buildings, golf courses, boardwalks, pools and spray-grounds or guarded beaches (this does not apply to service animals).

Hours of Operation

  • Park & Trails open year-round.

    Nature Center programs year-round; phone: 518-563-6444

  • 2023 Swimming Season: 6/24 - 9/4, 11 am - 7 pm
  • Moorings: Not available this season
  • Boat Launch, open year round, sunrise to sunset, daily.
  • Shelter Rentals: 5/19 - 10/9

Fees & Rates

Most New York State Parks charge a vehicle use fee to enter the facility. Fees vary by location and season. A list of entry fees and other park use fees is available below. For fees not listed or to verify information, please contact the park directly.

The easy-to-use Empire Pass card is $80- and your key to all-season enjoyment with unlimited day-use entry at most facilities operated by State Parks and the State Dept. of Environmental Conservation including forests, beaches, trails and more. Purchase online or contact your favorite park for more information. Learn more about our Admission Programs including the Empire Pass.

  • Moorings
  • The mooring fee is charged to any boat hooked to one of the mooring lines. It should not be mistaken for an overnight fee. Any boaters who refuse to pay, will be asked to unhook from the mooring line. When multiple boats are hooked to one single line, the boaters, will be asked to separate.

  • Morring Fees
  • Mooring Usage Fee $17

    Surcharges:
    Weekend/Hol $4 (The weekend fee is charged on Friday and Saturday evenings (or) Saturday and Sunday mornings.)

    Out-of-State $5

  • Vehicle Entry Fee
  • Toll Booth Hours:

    5/27-9/5
    10AM-7PM (Beach $7, Non-Beach $6)

    Bus Use (Daily)
    Commercial $75
    Non Profit $35


  • Kayak/Canoe Storage Rack Rental
  • Daily Rental: 1 boat $10/day 2 boats $15/day "boats must be removed by sunset"
    Weekly Rental: 1 boat $25/week  2 boats 40/week  "7 day/6nights- boats must be removed by 11am on 7th day"
    Seasonal Rental: 1 boat $100/year   2 boats 150/year "April 1st -October 31st"

    *Racks are first come/first serve.  For more information, please contact park office at 1 (518) 563-0369

Maps

Digital Maps

New! Download this park's digital map to your iOS Apple and Android device.

Sat 10 Jun
KIDS TO PARKS DAY!
Saturday, June 10, 2023 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Point Au Roche State Park
Join us for our celebration of Kids to Parks Day, a national day of outdoor play! We'll celebrate being a kid with fort building, fairy houses, mud play, obstacle courses, scavenger hunts, classic outdoor games...you name it! We'll have everything your child (or your inner child!) could want to play and to enjoy nature and the park. All ages and abilities welcome!
Sat 10 Jun
CLIMATE CREW MEETING
Saturday, June 10, 2023 02:30 PM - 04:00 PM
Point Au Roche State Park
Do you have a student in 4th, 5th, or 6th grade who is interested in learning more about and helping the environment? We're excited to be hosting this new club, which was started by two 5th graders from Beekmantown and Morrisonville Elementaries. New members always welcome!
Mon 12 Jun
LITTLE EXPLORERS - CATERPILLARS
Monday, June 12, 2023 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Point Au Roche State Park
Join a park naturalist for our nature-themed story and playtime for ages 0-5! This week's program is all about caterpillars. What are they? What do they turn into? Where can you find them? Explore our crawly caterpillar friends with stories, songs, and art projects from 10-10:30, then head out for some outdoor playtime!
Sat 17 Jun
FROGS!
Saturday, June 17, 2023 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Point Au Roche State Park
Join a park naturalist to explore some of the frog species that live in the park. Frogs are noisy this time of year! What are they saying? Who are they talking to? We'll learn a little about frog communication and then head out for a short walk to look for frogs in the pond. All ages and abilities welcome!
Sat 17 Jun
VOLUNTEER RECRUITMENT DAY!
Saturday, June 17, 2023 11:00 AM
Point Au Roche State Park
Do you love nature? We're looking for volunteers who want to share their love of nature with park guests by volunteering with the Nature Center. Informational meeting at 11am, followed by optional park tour. Opportunities available include staffing the Nature Center, leading hikes, helping with big events, gardening, and more! Volunteers must be age 16+.

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Amenities Information

  • Amenities
  • Biking
  • Boat Launches
  • Canoeing/Kayaking
  • Equestrian Trails
  • Fishing
  • Grills
  • Hiking
  • Ice Fishing
  • Nature Center (Accessible)
  • Pavilions and Shelter Rentals (Accessible)
  • Playgrounds (Accessible)
  • Playing Fields
  • Showers (Accessible)
  • Snowshoeing/X-Country Skiing
  • Swimming Beach