Selkirk Shores State Park
Closed — Closed for the season. The campground reopens May 15, 2026, operating through October 24, 2026. The park was closed for the entire 2025 season for a $9 million renovation. Reservations for the 2026 season can be made up to 9 months in advance through ReserveAmerica.
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
Selkirk Shores State Park sits along the eastern shore of Lake Ontario in Oswego County, New York, offering a premier camping destination with stunning lake views and diverse recreational opportunities. The park features 129 campsites distributed across four loops (Acorn, Bird, Chipmunk, and Dragonfly) and 23 rental cabins, all positioned on a scenic bluff overlooking Lake Ontario. The location provides unparalleled access to some of the finest fishing on Lake Ontario, particularly for salmon and trout, with both small boat launches at Pine Grove and larger boat access at nearby Mexico Point on the Little Salmon River. The park's position along a direct migration route makes it a magnet for birdwatchers, who can observe a wide variety of waterfowl, shorebirds, and migratory species throughout the year. Summer visitors enjoy the park's swimming beach with lifeguard supervision, extensive hiking and biking trail systems, and family-friendly amenities including picnic pavilions and playgrounds. Winter transforms the landscape for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling adventures. A comprehensive $9 million renovation project was completed during the 2025 season, modernizing facilities and improving campground infrastructure. The campground reopened for the 2026 season with enhanced amenities and updated facilities. Campsites accommodate tents and RVs up to 40 feet with back-in driveways, though hookups are limited to electric only. Fresh water fill stations and a dump station serve RV campers.
Directions
From Syracuse: Take I-81 North to Exit 36 (Pulaski); go north then west on Route 13 through Pulaski to Route 3; travel 1.5 miles south on Route 3 to the park entrance. From Rochester: Take Route 104 East to Route 3 North to the park entrance.
Nearby Campgrounds
- Sandy Island Beach 5.1mi
- Southwick Beach State Park 14mi
- Robert G Wehle State Park 22mi
- Westcott Beach State Park 24mi
- Sackets Harbor Battlefield State Historic Site 27mi
- Long Point State Park 33mi
- Empire Rv Park At The Ny State Fairgrounds 33mi
- Fair Haven Beach State Park 28mi
- Green Lakes State Park 37mi
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 | Yes |
| Price | $24 - $200 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (315) 298-5737 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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