Lake Taghkanic State Park (Ancram)
About this place
Spring-fed lake with two beaches & lakeside picnic groves.
Good to know
Hours
- 8:00 AMopen year round 8 am to sunset
Fees
- $10 per vehicle5/23-6/28 weekends & holidays; 6/29-9/7 daily
- $7.25 per reservationCamping reservation fee
- $7.25 per transactionCamping cancellation/change fee
- $10 per nightAdditional vehicles more than 2 at a site
- $10 per weekBoat permit
- $15 per seasonBoat storage
- $17 per nightCampsites, Sun-Thurs
- $17 per nightTrailers/RVs up to 20 ft, Sun-Thurs
- $20 per nightRaised Deck Platform Campsite, Sun-Thurs
- $21 per nightTrailers/RVs up to 20 ft, Fri-Sat & Sun/Holiday
- $24 per nightCampsites, Fri-Sat & Sun/Holiday
- $24 per nightRaised Deck Platform Campsite, Fri-Sat & Sun/Holiday
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What's here
Location
Common questions
Can you grill at Lake Taghkanic State Park (Ancram)?
Yes — both propane and charcoal grilling are allowed at Lake Taghkanic State Park (Ancram). Cabins/campground reservable; day grilling at picnic areas. Always confirm current rules on the official page before you go.
Do you need a permit or reservation?
Cabins/campground reservable; day grilling at picnic areas.
Is there a fee at Lake Taghkanic State Park (Ancram)?
Yes — fees apply. For example, $10 per vehicle · 5/23-6/28 weekends & holidays; 6/29-9/7 daily. See the official page for the full schedule.
Can you swim at Lake Taghkanic State Park (Ancram)?
Swimming beach allowed; West Beach (East Beach closed) - 2026 season: 5/23-6/28 10am-7pm weekends/holidays only; 6/29-9/7 10am-6pm daily.
Are dogs allowed?
Pets are not allowed in beach, playgrounds or picnic areas; maximum of two pets allowed in campground; pets must be supervised at all times and either be crated or on a leash not more than 6ft in length; proof of rabies inoculation required if requested by staff.
What are the hours at Lake Taghkanic State Park (Ancram)?
8:00 AM · open year round 8 am to sunset.