Fair Haven Beach State Park, State park on Lake Ontario, New York
Fair Haven Beach State Park is a recreation area along the eastern shore of Lake Ontario featuring a sandy beach bordered by forested bluffs. The park includes campsites, picnic spots, and pathways that lead through wooded areas to the water.
The park was established in the early 1900s to provide public access to this stretch of Lake Ontario. It grew into a popular destination for people seeking outdoor recreation near water.
The beach has drawn families for generations who come to swim and picnic together. People use this place regularly as a gathering spot for summer activities and social time.
The grounds are easy to navigate with clear paths leading to the beach and picnic areas. Visitors should arrive early, especially on warm weekends, when the park fills up quickly.
Within the park sits a protected freshwater basin fed by streams that sets it apart from the main beach. This quieter water offers calmer paddling conditions and wildlife watching away from the busier shoreline.
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