NY State Parks and Campgrounds in St. Lawrence County: To Camp, Swim, Picnic
Nestled between the majestic St. Lawrence River and the
Adirondack Mountains, St. Lawrence County has a number of state parks for the
camping family to stay at and enjoy a variety of activities from hiking,
fishing, boating or even just to lay on a beach.
The following is a listing of New York State Parks and
campgrounds located in
St. Lawrence County, where they are located, and what they offer to the camper
visiting the area or the family planning a weekend getaway.
Lisbon Beach/Campground
Located on Route 37 in Red Mills six miles east of Ogdensburg with a
total of 55 sites plus eight tent sites, two bathhouses, a pavilion, a sandy
beach, two new boat ramps, playgrounds, tennis court, basketball court,
volleyball court, horseshoes, and picnic areas. Open Memorial Day weekend
until 1st week in October.
Call (315) 393-5374
Coles Creek State Park
Coles Creek State Park, located on State Highway 37 between Waddington and
Massena, opens in mid-May and closes after Columbus Day. This state park
has open campsites near a swimming beach on a small sheltered bay on the St.
Lawrence River that is ideal for boating and fishing. The park also has a
playground, playing fields and nature hiking trails. A marina on the mouth
of Coles Creek lies just north of the park. This state park has boat
rentals, a beach, pavilions, picnic tables, a playground, showers, and tent and
trailer sites. Call (315) 388-5636
Robert Moses State Park
Located on the St. Lawrence River just north of Massena, the Robert Moses
State Park offers a multitude of opportunities for the camper, including wooded
campsites and cabins, a marina and boat launch, prime fishing on the St.
Lawrence River, picnic areas, a swimming beach, tennis courts and a nature
museum. Camping season opens in mid-May and continues through Columbus
Day. The swimming beach is open from late June through Labor Day.
The marina operates from Memorial Day through September. The state park is
located off State Highway 37, 3 miles north of Massena. Visitors reach the
state park through a tunnel under the Eisenhower Lock. Call (315)
769-8663.
Eel Weir State Park
Eel Weir State Park is smaller than some of the other state parks in the
county. It's located on the Oswegatchie River and just several miles from
the great fishing on Black Lake. This state park is open from Memorial Day
through Columbus Day weekend. Thirty-eight campsites are available, as
well a picnic area and pavilion, showers, and a boat launch. Eel Weir
State Park is located off Route 812, around seven miles south of
Ogdensburg. Call (315) 393-1138.
Higley Flow State Park
The Higley Flow State Park in Colton, is open from Memorial Day until Labor
Day. Located in the Adirondack foothills and on the Racquette River, this
state park offers campers a variety of activities such as hiking on the Beaver
Pond Nature Trail, taking advantage of a sandy beach on the river's reservoir,
or taking the canoe or boat and do some fishing. There is a boat launch
site, pavilions, picnic tables, a playground, and tent/trailer sites available
at Higley Flow State Park. It's located off of State Highway 56 in South
Colton and on Cold Brook Drive. Call (315) 262-2880.
Jacques Cartier State Park
Located on State Highway 12, three miles west of Morristown, Jacques Cartier
State Park, opens from mid-May through Columbus Day weekend. With a
sheltered bay protecting the swimming beach and a camper's dock, this state park
is perfect for boaters and anglers looking to do some fishing on the St.
Lawrence River. There is a beach, a boat launch site, dockage, picnic
tables, a playground, showers, and tent/trailer sites. Call (315)
375-6371.
St. Lawrence State Park Golf Course
Although the St. Lawrence State Park is not for campers, those who want to
play a round of golf as they pass through might want to stop here. This
9-hole course can be played twice from different tees for an 18-hole
round. It is open from late April to Columbus Day. Picnic areas are
available and hiking trails offer splendid views of the St. Lawrence
River. This state park is located between Ogdensburg and Morristown on Rt.
37. Call (315) 393-2286.
Blevins Campsites
Taylor Road; 315-393-4484
Located on the banks of the Oswegatchie River, seven miles from Ogdensburg and
access to Black Lake. Blevins offers 32 shaded campsites with power, sewer
and water. Also available are furnished cabins, boat launch, dumping
station, and small store. Open May 15th thru October 1st.
Houmiel's Campsites
State Highway 37; 315-393-4936
Located on the banks of the St. Lawrence River in Red Mills. Offers sewage
connection, docking, fishing and swimming.
Boo's 1000 Islands Campground
4707 State Highway 37
Ogdensburg, NY 13669
315-394-0134
Will open Spring of 2006