Wildwood State Park (Wading River)
About this place
Bluff-top picnic areas over LI Sound; wooded campground.
Good to know
SwimmingVaries Swimming Beach available; 2026 Swimming Season: 6/27 - 9/7, 10 am - 6:30 pm, daily. Weekends 9/12 - 9/20, 10 am - 6:00 pm
FishingVaries Fishing available year-round, Dashboard permit required for night fishing.
DogsNo No pets allowed all year-round.
Hours
Fees
- $8 per vehicle4/4/26 to 5/17/26, Weekends/Holidays only
- $8 per vehicle9/12/26 to 10/12/26, Weekends/Holidays only
- $10 per vehicle5/23/26 to 9/7/26, Daily
- $35 per busNo buses on weekends or holidays
- $5 per nightAdditional for non-NYS residents (camping)
- $20 per nightCamping; base rate
- $20 per reservation2nd Vehicle Pass
- $25 per permit7-Nights Sport Fishing Permit, sold only Memorial Day to Labor Day
- $35 per permitNight Sport Fishing Permit, NYS Driver's License
- $35 per permitNighttime Photography Permit, NYS Driver's License
- $35 per permitStar Gazing Permit, NYS Driver's License
- $37 per nightCamping; base rate
+14 more — see official page
What's here
Picnic tables
Playground
Shower
Hiking
Biking
Location
Common questions
Can you grill at Wildwood State Park (Wading River)?
Yes — both propane and charcoal grilling are allowed at Wildwood State Park (Wading River). None for day-use picnic grills; camping reservable. Always confirm current rules on the official page before you go.
Do you need a permit or reservation?
None for day-use picnic grills; camping reservable.
Is there a fee at Wildwood State Park (Wading River)?
Yes — fees apply. For example, $8 per vehicle · 4/4/26 to 5/17/26, Weekends/Holidays only. See the official page for the full schedule.
Can you swim at Wildwood State Park (Wading River)?
Swimming Beach available; 2026 Swimming Season: 6/27 - 9/7, 10 am - 6:30 pm, daily. Weekends 9/12 - 9/20, 10 am - 6:00 pm.
Are dogs allowed?
No pets allowed all year-round.
What are the hours at Wildwood State Park (Wading River)?
Open year round. Day use area open sunrise to sunset.
