Wild Swim Atlas

    Oneida Lake

    Dutchman Island, New YorkLakeSeasonal public swimming

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    Getting there

    Oneida Lake has public swimming in designated lifeguarded areas at Oneida Shores Park and Verona Beach State Park.

    Water
    Lake
    Entry
    A vehicle admission fee may apply at Oneida Shores Park.
    Swim hours
    Oneida Shores Park: 6 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. from mid-May to mid-October; sunrise to sunset the rest of the year.
    Facilities
    Sandy beach, restrooms, pavilions, picnic tables
    Lifeguard
    Swimming is allowed only when lifeguards are present.

    When you can swim

    Open to swimmersClosed to swimmers

    Getting there

    Oneida Shores Park is at 9400 Bartell Road, Brewerton, on Oneida Lake. Verona Beach State Park is on the eastern shore.

    43.2010, -75.8870

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    Rules to know before you go

    • Swim only in designated areas.
    • Swim only when a lifeguard is on duty.
    • Do not use motorised vessels within 500 feet of the swim area.

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    Questions about Oneida Lake

    Can you swim at Oneida Lake?

    Yes, but only in designated swimming areas when lifeguards are present. Swimming is seasonal at the named parks.

    Does it cost anything to swim at Oneida Lake?

    A vehicle admission fee may apply at Oneida Shores Park.

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