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Oswego County, NY · Great Lakes
Selkirk Shores State Park
A Lake Ontario state park where the Salmon River meets the lake — wooded campgrounds and cabins on bluffs above a sand-and-cobble beach, with one of New York's top salmon and steelhead fisheries a short walk away.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
81°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 81. Northwest wind 2 to 9 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 60. Southeast wind 0 to 6 mph.
Weather
- 81°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
85 /100
ideal
84 Sunbathe
87 Walk
88 Fish
82 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
81°F
Clear
Wind
2 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
84°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Water Quality
Clean
2 #/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:34 AM
Sunset
8:45 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
84°
Sunny
2%
85
89°
Sunny
0%
77
83°
Mostly Sunny
8%
80
79°
Sunny
3%
82
76°
Mostly Sunny
10%
82
78°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
25%
50
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Major
9:50 PM - 11:50 PM
Minor
2:40 AM - 3:40 AM
Major
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Beach Info
Parking
NY State Park day-use lot; Empire Pass accepted.
Dogs
Pets allowed on leash (max 6 ft) in the campground and most day-use areas. Not permitted in bathing, picnic, or building areas.
Entry Fee
NY parking fee in season; Empire Pass $80/year (2026).
Address
7101 NY-3, Pulaski, NY 13142
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Selkirk Shores State Park today?
Selkirk Shores State Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Selkirk Shores State Park dog-friendly?
Pets allowed on leash (max 6 ft) in the campground and most day-use areas. Not permitted in bathing, picnic, or building areas.
Is there an entry fee at Selkirk Shores State Park?
NY parking fee in season; Empire Pass $80/year (2026).
Are there lifeguards at Selkirk Shores State Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Selkirk Shores State Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Selkirk Shores State Park?
Amenities at Selkirk Shores State Park include lifeguards (seasonal, scheduled days only), restrooms, showers, swimming beach, campsites with electric, cabins, food concession, pavilions.
When is the water warmest at Selkirk Shores State Park?
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 Selkirk Shores State Park located?
Selkirk Shores State Park is in Oswego County, NY, at 7101 NY-3, Pulaski, NY 13142.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS