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Oswego County, NY · Great Lakes
Sandy Island Beach State Park (Sandy Pond)
3387 County Rte 15, Pulaski, NY 13142
A 1,500-foot natural sand beach on Lake Ontario separating North/South Sandy Pond from the open lake — part of the Eastern Lake Ontario Dune & Wetland System, the only significant freshwater dune complex in the northeastern US.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
74°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 74. Northwest wind 5 to 9 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 62. East wind 1 to 6 mph.
Weather
- 74°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
83 /100
great
81 Sunbathe
86 Walk
81 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
74°F
Clear
Wind
5 to 9 mph
NW
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
76°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Water Quality
Clean
42 #/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:34 AM
Sunset
8:46 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
76°
Sunny
1%
85
80°
Sunny
0%
76
76°
Mostly Sunny
9%
75
76°
Sunny
2%
82
74°
Mostly Sunny
10%
82
76°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
25%
49
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
NY State Park lot; Empire Pass accepted.
Dogs
Dogs not permitted in bathing, picnic, or building areas (service dogs only). Permitted on leash (6 ft max) in non-restricted day-use areas.
Entry Fee
NY parking fee in season; Empire Pass $80/year (2026).
Address
3387 County Rte 15, Pulaski, NY 13142
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Sandy Island Beach State Park (Sandy Pond) today?
Sandy Island Beach State Park (Sandy Pond) shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Sandy Island Beach State Park (Sandy Pond) dog-friendly?
Dogs not permitted in bathing, picnic, or building areas (service dogs only). Permitted on leash (6 ft max) in non-restricted day-use areas.
Is there an entry fee at Sandy Island Beach State Park (Sandy Pond)?
NY parking fee in season; Empire Pass $80/year (2026).
Are there lifeguards at Sandy Island Beach State Park (Sandy Pond)?
No lifeguards are stationed at Sandy Island Beach State Park (Sandy Pond). Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Sandy Island Beach State Park (Sandy Pond)?
Amenities at Sandy Island Beach State Park (Sandy Pond) include restrooms (bathhouse), picnic area, pavilion (rentable), community room (rentable), car-top boat launch.
When is the water warmest at Sandy Island Beach State Park (Sandy Pond)?
Great Lakes water temperatures peak in late July and August at roughly 68-74°F near shore — cool compared to the ocean. Best swimming window is mid-July to late August.
Where is Sandy Island Beach State Park (Sandy Pond) located?
Sandy Island Beach State Park (Sandy Pond) is in Oswego County, NY, at 3387 County Rte 15, Pulaski, NY 13142.
Nearby Beaches
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