Grafton Lakes State Park, on the forested mountain ridge between the Taconic and Hudson Valleys, includes five ponds and 2,357 acres. Long Pond has a large, sandy beach, which is a popular summer attraction. There are also many fishing opportunities in the ponds. All ponds have launch facilities for canoes, sailboats and rowboats, electric boat are allowed. Visitors also picnic, walk the nature trails, and hike, bike or ride horses along the 25 miles of park trails.

In winter, the trails are groomed for cross-country skiers and snowmobilers, and visitors may also snowshoe, ice skate or ice fish when conditions permit, call for details.

Park hours and facility operations are subject to change. Patrons are encouraged to contact the park directly to confirm operating hours before traveling.

Open all year 8am-dusk.  The Beach Nature Center is open from Friday through Tuesdays from 12 pm - 2 pm.

Shaver Pond Nature Center is not regularly open to the public, but occasionally hosts nature programs and quarterly meetings for the Friends of Grafton Lakes State Park. It is located at: 194 Shaver Pond Rd. Grafton NY 12082

$6 per car on weekends only September 8- May 28. Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day: the vehicle use fees is $8 per car when the beach is open and $6 per car when the beach is closed.

Your key to all season enjoyment of state parks is our season's pass. For $65, the Empire Passport provides you unlimited day use vehicle entry into most of our parks. Apply on-line or call your favorite park for more information.

Household pets only; caged or on a leash not more than 6 feet, rabies vaccination and proof of same required. Not permitted in buildings or bathing areas.

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