Green Lakes State Park
Fee required
Parking available
Wheelchair accessible
Green Lakes State Park in Fayetteville, New York, features two rare meromictic lakes with surprisingly aquamarine waters, surrounded by old-growth forest and offering diverse recreational activities.

šŸ“œ A National Natural Landmark in Fayetteville, New York, featuring two rare meromictic lakes formed during the last ice age, surrounded by old-growth forest.
šŸ” Known for its unique blue-green waters and diverse recreational offerings.

Why Go

🌊 Experience the surprisingly aquamarine waters of meromictic lakes, which don't mix seasonally.
🚶 Explore over 19 miles of trails for hiking, biking, trail running, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing.
šŸŠ Enjoy swimming at the beach or rent boats to paddle on the glassy lake surface.
⛳ Play a round of golf or disc golf on the park's courses.
šŸ•ļø Utilize camping, cabins, and picnic areas for extended stays.

Why Avoid

🚫 No outside private boats, kayaks, or canoes allowed due to the sensitive nature of the lakes.
🐾 Pets are restricted from certain areas like playgrounds, buildings, golf courses, and guarded beaches.

Tips

♿ A Hippocampe Beach/All Terrain wheelchair is available for free use at the beach.
šŸ“… Check seasonal closures for camping, beach, and boat rentals.

Cost

šŸ’° Vehicle entrance fee currently none; camping $20-$39/night, cabins $111.50/night or $462/week; golf fees vary.

Hours

šŸ•’ Park open year-round, dawn to dusk.
Specific amenities like camping, beach, and boat rentals are seasonal (e.g., camping May-Oct).
Pro Shop 8:00 am-5:30 pm daily, Yards Grille 7:30 am-7:00 pm daily.
Environmental Education Center 12:00 pm-4:00 pm Tue-Sat.
Park Office 8:00 am-4:00 pm Mon-Sat.

Pet Policy

🐾 Maximum two pets allowed in campsites and day use areas, must be leashed or crated.
Proof of rabies inoculation may be requested.
Pets are not permitted in playgrounds, buildings, golf courses, boardwalks, pools, spray-grounds, or guarded beaches (service animals exempt).

Last updated 6 days ago

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