Burnham Point State Park
Closed — Closed for the season. The campground operates from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day, with the 2026 season running May 22 through September 6. Reservations open up to 9 months in advance.
Winter Storm Warning issued January 19 at 1:03AM EST until January 21 at 4:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations 2 to 4 feet. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph creating blowing and drifting snow and at times white out conditions. * WHERE...Greatest snow amounts will be found near Watertown and Fort Drum areas and also southward to across the Tug Hill region. * WHEN...Until 4 PM EST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult to impossible at times within lake effect snow. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday through Wednesday commutes. Gusty winds will down tree branches and cause isolated power outages. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Expect snowband oscillation. Snowfall rates up to 4 inches per hour at times for the Tug Hill region Monday night through Tuesday night. Wind chill values zero to 10 below zero Monday night through Tuesday night.
About
Burnham Point State Park is a small and quiet campground located northeast of Lake Ontario on the scenic St. Lawrence River in the Thousand Islands region. The park offers 45 lightly-wooded tent and trailer campsites, 19 of which are equipped with 20-amp electrical hookups. With no water or sewer hookups at individual sites, this is an ideal spot for campers seeking a more rustic experience while still having access to modern amenities like showers and a dump station. The park's waterfront location makes it perfect for boating and fishing enthusiasts. Boaters can explore local towns, islands, and historic sites for miles along the scenic river, while anglers can target popular game fish including bass, pike, muskellunge, and walleye. The park features boat docks and a boat launch to accommodate watercraft. In addition to camping, the park offers a playground, picnic areas with grills, and a pavilion available for rental. Site 11 is designated as ADA accessible. The campground operates seasonally from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day, with reservations available up to 9 months in advance through Reserve America.
Directions
Located northeast of Lake Ontario on the St. Lawrence River. Take Route 12E to park, 4 miles east of Cape Vincent.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $23 - $75 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (315) 654-2324 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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