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Westcott Beach State Park
4.3★ · 1,012 Google ratings · Henderson, New York
✓ Parking✓ Restrooms✓ Good for kids
At a glance
Parking
On-site lot · 150 yd away · paid
Walk
400 yd · 5 min
Restrooms
Yes · 175 yd away
Cost
Paid parking
Children
Reported good for young kids
Sand
90 ft from the water to the back
Crowds
Quietest Fri 9am
Map of Westcott Beach State Park
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Guide
Good to know
Reported good with little kids
Visitors often mention shallow or calm water. This is what reviewers report, not a safety assessment.Mentioned by 12 visitors · 2018–2026
Some shade is available
Visitors mention trees, cliffs or umbrellas to get out of the sun.Mentioned by 9 visitors · 2018–2026
Visit on weekdays or off-season
Weekday mornings and late May offer peaceful conditions with minimal crowds and cooler temperatures.
Know the strict water rules
Floaties, goggles, balls, and noodles face inconsistent enforcement; check current policies before bringing water toys.
Bring your own food and supplies
No nearby vendors exist, and the on-site store has limited selection and high prices.
Arrive early on warm summer days
The parking lot fills by late morning on hot weekends, potentially forcing closures.
Conditions
How it is right now
Air
63°F · clear
Waves
0.9 ft · 3 s apart
Wind
2 mph from the W
UV index
6 peak today
Last updated Sep 4, 9:23 AM.
Crowds
When it gets busy
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📍 State Rte 3, Henderson, NY 13650
🅿 Parking 150 yd from the listing
🌊 Water 400 yd away, about 5 min walk
🚽 Restrooms 175 yd away
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Questions
Common questions
Where do you park at Westcott Beach State Park?
The nearest mapped parking area is 150 yd from the listed location. Positions come from OpenStreetMap, not from review text.
How far is the walk to the water at Westcott Beach State Park?
350 yd in a straight line from the listing to the mapped shoreline, about 4 min. Soft sand and dune make the real walk longer than the straight line.
Does Westcott Beach State Park have restrooms?
Restrooms are mapped 175 yd from the listing.
When is Westcott Beach State Park least busy?
Google visit patterns put the quietest hour at Fri 9am and the busiest at Sat 4pm.
Measured from OpenStreetMap, public aerial imagery and live conditions data, and counted from visitor reviews. Every source, in full.
