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.
Flood Watch issued March 31 at 1:44PM EDT until April 1 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
Heavy rain may fall on a deep primed snowpack leading to the melt increasing. Flows in rivers may increase quickly and reach critical levels. * WHAT...Flooding caused by heavy rain and snowmelt is possible. * WHERE...A portion of central New York, including the following counties, Jefferson, Lewis and Oswego. * WHEN...Through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Multiple rounds of showers and embedded thunderstorms continue through tonight, which may result in an additional inch of rain. This rain combined with snowmelt from the higher elevations of the Tug Hill Plateau and Western Adirondacks may cause area waterways to reach or exceed bankfull stage, especially on the Black River and other rivers that drain the Tug Hill Plateau and western Adirondacks. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flood Warning issued March 31 at 1:14PM EDT until April 2 at 5:00PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
...The National Weather Service in Buffalo NY has issued a Flood Warning for the following rivers in New York... Black River At Boonville affecting Lewis and Oneida Counties. For the Black River...including Boonville...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Black River at Boonville. * WHEN...From late tonight to Thursday afternoon. * IMPACTS...At 10.0 feet, Flood stage, widespread farmland flooding in the Flats area. Several roads may be closed in Glenfield, Martinsburg, and Lowville. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 12:00 PM EDT Tuesday the stage was 7.67 feet. - Bankfull stage is 8.0 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage late tonight to a crest of 10.7 feet early tomorrow afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage late Thursday morning. - Flood stage is 10.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 10.7 feet on 04/29/2011. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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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