73°
Showers And Thunderstorms
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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
Skip the beach today.
78% rain · Thunderstorms · 73°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a high near 73. South wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tonight
Showers and thunderstorms before 3am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 67. Southwest wind around 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between three quarters and one inch possible.
Weather
- 73°F air — ideal beach weather
- 78% rain — wet day — beach day is off
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
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25 Sunbathe
0 Walk
15 Fish
22 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Swim status for this beach is published by New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, not the state — check there before swimming.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
73°F
Light Rain and Fog/Mist
Wind
10 mph
S
Rain
78%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
2 Low
Peaks 02 PM · burn in ~100m
Burn-free before 01 PM & after 03 PM
Tomorrow
71°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:37 AM
Sunset
7:27 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
71°
Mostly Sunny
4%
73
68°
Sunny
0%
76
76°
Mostly Sunny
5%
84
76°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
22%
70
72°
Mostly Sunny
8%
80
78°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
54%
26
What to Bring Today
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 78% chance of rain
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
10:30 PM - 12:30 AM
Minor
4:20 AM - 5:20 AM
Major
10:50 AM - 12:50 PM
Minor
6:20 PM - 7:20 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
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