Are you looking for a fun affordable day trip to a beautiful beach with white sand , three Playgrounds and nearby little eateries? Check out Fair Haven Beach State Park. This great state park is a bit over an hours drive but there is lots to do and spend the day with friends and family.
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Sandy Bottom Beach Park
Jack Evans Dr. Honeoye, New York 14471
Sandy Bottom Beach park offers a lovely day at the beach on Honeoye Lake. Near the beach are two quaint playgrounds with a good mix of sun and shade. Enjoy the lake views and the wildlife along the hiking trails. The park is located at the north end of Honeoye Lake which is off County Road 36 (West Lake Road). The park is open daily from dawn to dusk.
Seneca Lake State Park
1 Lake Front Dr, Geneva, NY 14456
Seneca Lake State Park is a wonderful day-cation spot! There are not one, not two but three playgrounds within walking distance of the splash pad and beach. As this is a state park, there is a $7 vehicle entrance fee. Plan ahead and check out the Empire State Park Pass from the library to get into the park for free!
Finger Lakes Welcome Center
35 Lake Front Dr, Geneva, NY 14456
The Welcome Center is great for tourists and locals alike! The themed playground is new as of the summer of 2018. It is right alongside Seneca lake and therefore abound with other opportunities, including walking along the shore and shopping, food and drinks within the adjacent visitor’s center.