Onondaga Lake Park
"The Central Park of Central New York"
Onondaga Lake Park is truly a people's place, with over 1 million visitors annually it is the most popular park in Central New York. Experience the best paved, vehicle free trails in the region; a legacy of
history reflecting 500 years of community growth; great special events, sporting competitions and festivals. Seven miles of shoreline nooks and crannies provide tremendous options for family picnics, including developed areas in Willow Bay and Cold Springs.
Things to Do & See:
- Archery
- Boat Rentals, Marina & Boat Launch
- Butterfly Garden of HOPE
- Commemorative Bench Program
- Equipment Rentals
- Fishing Information
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- Historic Sites
- Irish Road Bowling Tournament - March 18, 2012
- Kickball
- Long Branch Park
- Salt Museum
- Shelter Rental Information
- Skatepark
- Trails
- Wegmans Good Dog Park
- Wegmans Lights on the Lake
- Wegmans Playground
Other Resources
Wegmans Trams
Enjoy a leisurely four mile (50 minute) round-trip ride on the East Shore Recreational Trail along picturesque Onondaga Lake. While the "official" starting point is at the Griffin Visitor Center, several stops along the way allow you to access the tram throughout the park.
$1 suggested donation
2012 Hours of Operation
- May 12 - May 25: 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
- May 26 - September 3: 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
- September 4 - October 8: 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Seating on the Wegmans Tram is not guaranteed, and is on a first-come, first-served basis. We ask all users to be courteous to visitors who are waiting to ride the tram.
| Hours |
April-October: 6am-sunset plus 1/2 hour |
| Contact |
106 Lake Drive T: (315) 453-6712 |
| Directions |
Click here for detailed directions »
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During your visit to Onondaga County Parks, you may be photographed, videotaped, or filmed by Onondaga County Parks or authorized parties. Your attendance/admission serves as permission for use of these images by Onondaga County Parks. Commercial photography or filming is prohibited without permission of Onondaga County Parks.

