Swimming and fishing opportunities at Lake Ontario draw campers to Lakeview Camping Area, where Fair Haven Beach State Park provides both water access and multiple camping options. The campground features sites ranging from basic non-electric spots to full hookup locations with electric, water, and sewer connections.
Site terrain varies considerably across the different loops. Non-electric sites occupy hilly areas that can challenge RV leveling, while the electric "bluffs" loop packs RVs closely together in a parking lot-style arrangement. The lakeview loop offers more spacing between sites, though RVs still line up in rows. Rental cabins provide an alternative to tent and RV camping.
Two sandy beaches on Lake Ontario offer swimming areas, with smaller waves that work well for children. A canal connects to a pond that provides fishing opportunities, and canoe and paddleboat rentals are available. Hiking trails wind through the campground area and lead to more secluded Lake Ontario beaches. Wildlife sightings include deer, chipmunks, and occasional bears.
Water quality can be an issue during certain periods, with boil-water advisories affecting the area. The campground includes a dump station and trash collection, though recycling is not available. For campers seeking different amenities, Holiday Harbor Resort sits just over two miles east.
Description
Fair Haven Beach State Park has one of the finest public lakefronts in upstate New York, with high bluffs above sandy beaches and hilly woodlands. The park features 1,500 feet of beautiful sandy beach including 600 feet of guarded swimming area. Inland, Sterling Pond and Creek are centrally located amongst the geological transition between wood and water. Campsites and cabins are nestled within the gently rolling woodlands. Fishing and boating opportunities are plentiful in Lake Ontario and the adjoining Little Sodus Bay.
ATTENTION PET OWNERS:
· Current proof of rabies inoculation is required at check-in (metal tags will not be accepted). · At any time during your stay, pet owners may be required to provide proof of rabies inoculation upon request. Be sure to have this information available to present to park staff. · Where pets are permitted, there is a maximum limit of 2 pets per site. · Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6ft and under control at all times. · Do not leave pets unattended and always clean up after them. · Pet owners/permit holders are liable for any damage, personal injury, or nuisance caused by the pet. · Where Applicable: Pets are not permitted in playgrounds, buildings, golf courses, boardwalks, pools and spray-grounds or guarded beaches (this does not apply to service animals).
No electric hookup on this site.
** Arrival dates earlier than the online-reservation-window may also be available at the facility.
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New York State Park Campgrounds: Same-day reservations are allowed until 3 p.m. on day of arrival; this applies to campsites only. Reservations can be made online or through the ReserveAmerica Call Center: 1-800-456-2267. Walk-ins are permitted on campsites only.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundLakeview Camping Area — Fair Haven Beach State Park is located in New York
Directions
The park is located on Lake Ontario, southwest of Oswego on Rte 104A, 2 miles north of Fair Haven. 315-947-5205
Address
ROUTE 104A - P.O. BOX 16
Fair Haven, NY 13064
Coordinates
43.3302255 N
76.7790279 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- Showers
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 1 hr from Syracuse, NY
- 1 hr 7 min from Rochester, NY
- 1 hr 36 min from Ithaca, NY
- 1 hr 36 min from Watertown, NY









