Sunken Meadow State Park (Gov. Alfred E. Smith)
About this place
Picnic areas w/ grills at Parking Fields 2 & 4. Use grills in designated spots only; no ground fires.
Good to know
SwimmingOK Swimming allowed; hours vary by season and location (Main Beach Field 1 and East Beach Field 3)
FishingOK Fishing allowed year-round with annual permit; 7-day permit available May 26 - September 1; night fishing permit available
DogsNo No Pets Permitted Year-Round
Hours
- 6:00 AM–6:00 PMyear-round
Fees
- $25 7-night permitNight Sport Fishing Permit, sold Memorial Day to Labor Day
- $35 annualNight Sport Fishing Permit with NYS Driver's License
- $35 annualStar Gazing Permit with NYS Driver's License
- $40 annualMetal Detecting Permit
- $60 annualNight Sport Fishing Permit with Out of State Driver's License
- $60 annualStar Gazing Permit with Out of State Driver's License
- $80 annual4 Wheel Drive Beach Vehicle Fishing Permit with NYS Driver's License
- $125 annual4 Wheel Drive Beach Vehicle Fishing Permit with Out of State Driver's License
- $8 per carApril 4 - May 22, 2026, weekends and holidays, 8am-4pm
- $10 per carMay 23 - September 7, 2026, weekends/holidays 7am-6pm and weekdays 8am-4pm
- $10 per carSeptember 8 - November 1, 2026, weekends and holidays, 8am-4pm
- $35 per busparking
+1 more — see official page
What's here
Provided grills
Picnic tables
Pavilion
Playground
Shower
Hiking
Biking
Location
Common questions
Can you grill at Sunken Meadow State Park (Gov. Alfred E. Smith)?
Yes — both propane and charcoal grilling are allowed at Sunken Meadow State Park (Gov. Alfred E. Smith). Grills are already provided on site. None for personal grills; pavilions reservable. Always confirm current rules on the official page before you go.
Do you need a permit or reservation?
None for personal grills; pavilions reservable.
Is there a fee at Sunken Meadow State Park (Gov. Alfred E. Smith)?
Yes — fees apply. For example, $25 7-night permit · Night Sport Fishing Permit, sold Memorial Day to Labor Day. See the official page for the full schedule.
Can you swim at Sunken Meadow State Park (Gov. Alfred E. Smith)?
Swimming allowed; hours vary by season and location (Main Beach Field 1 and East Beach Field 3).
Are dogs allowed?
No Pets Permitted Year-Round.
What are the hours at Sunken Meadow State Park (Gov. Alfred E. Smith)?
6:00 AM–6:00 PM · year-round.