Onondaga Lake Park – Waterfront Trails, Recreation & Family Fun Near Syracuse NY

About Onondaga Lake Park

   Onondaga Lake Park is an expansive 8-mile linear greenway park on the shores of Onondaga Lake, just northwest of Syracuse NY. Known as a premier outdoor recreation destination in Central New York, the park features paved walking and biking trails, scenic lake views, picnic areas, playgrounds, the Salt Museum, skatepark, pickleball courts, event spaces, boat launches, and year-round activities including Lights on the Lake.

   Once known for its severe pollution, Onondaga Lake has undergone significant cleanup efforts, transforming the area into a vibrant outdoor space. The park features four main trails: the East Shore Recreation Trail, Shoreline Walking Trail, Lakeland Nature Trail, and others that cater to walking, biking, and rollerblading enthusiasts.

   Visitors can enjoy a variety of amenities, including a skatepark, pickleball courts, playgrounds, and the fascinating Salt Museum, which highlights the region’s salt production history. The park hosts seasonal events, such as the dazzling Lights on the Lake holiday display, adding to its year-round appeal.

   Whether you’re seeking a peaceful stroll with lake views or an active day out, Onondaga Lake Park provides an accessible escape in the heart of Upstate New York.

Onondaga Lake Park – Trails, Waterfront & Outdoor Recreation Near Syracuse NY

Onondaga Lake Park
Main Entrance
(off of Route 370/Onondaga Lake Parkway)
106 Lake Drive
Liverpool, NY 13088
(315) 453-6712
fax (315) 453-6764

Park Hours:
April-October - 6am-sunset plus 1/2 hour
November-March - 6am-sunset. During Lights on the Lake, the entire park closes at 4:30pm.

Visitor Center Hours
8:00am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday
10:00am-4:30pm, Saturday & Sunday

2021-22 Restroom Hours
7:30am - 6:00pm • February 14 - March 13 (Willow Bay & Griffin Visitor Center only)
7:30am - 7:00pm • March 14 - April 9 (Willow Bay & Griffin Visitor Center only)
7:30am - 8:00pm • April 10 - May 7 (Willow Bay & Griffin Visitor Center only, all others TBD)
7:30am - 8:30pm • May 8 - August 20
7:30am - 8:00pm • August 21 - September 17
7:30am - 7:00pm • September 18 - October 15
7:30am - 6:00pm • October 16 - 31 (Willow Bay & Griffin Visitor Center only)
7:30am - 5:00pm • November 1 - February 12, 2022 (Willow Bay & Griffin Visitor Center only)
7:30am - 6:00pm • February 13 - March 12, 2022 (Willow Bay & Griffin Visitor Center only)

Directions:
From I-81 N. - Liverpool NY exit 24, to Onondaga Lake Parkway (Rte. 370W) to park entrance. From I-90 - Liverpool exit 38, right onto Rte. 57 to Liverpool NY, to Onondaga Lake Park way (Rte.370E) to park entrance.

For more info, the latest hours, programs/events, etc. - go to
Onondaga Lake Park

Rollerblader at Onondaga Lake Park Inline Skating
Archery
Athletic Fields
Boat Launch
Bocce
Bike Trails
BMX
Canoeing / Kayaking
Cross-Country Skiing
Fishing
Food
Historic Sites
Skä•noñh Center – Great Law of Peace Center
A Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Heritage Center
Griffin Visitor Center
Butterfly Garden of Hope
Long Branch Park
Mud Lock
Salt Museum
Marina
Picnic Areas
Playgrounds
Wegmans Playground
Willow Bay and Long Branch Park Playgrounds
Rentals: Bikes & Skates
Shuffleboard
Skateboard
Snowshoeing
Trails (Walking/Hiking)
Tram
Volleyball

Onondaga Lake Park – Trails, Waterfront & Outdoor Recreation

Onondaga Lake Park Pickleball Court Locations Onondaga Lake Park
Onondaga Lake Park Pickleball Info
(Outdoor Pickleball Court)
106 Lake Dr, Liverpool, NY 13088
315-453-6712
Onondaga Lake Park Pickleball Courts Location on google satellite map

Onondaga Lake Park Scenery
    ~ Dogs Allowed
Dogs are allowed on the Shoreline Walking Trail but they are not permitted on the East Shore Trail (wheels only) during the peak season of April to October and they are not allowed on the tram. In accordance with New York State law all dogs, where allowed, must be restrained by a leash or chain not more than six feet in length, every dog owner must have a dog license tag attached to their dog’s collar and it shall be the duty of each dog owner or person having possession, custody or control of a dog to remove any feces left by his or her dog on any public park property. Wegmans Good Dog Park can be found at the northern end of the park.


Onondaga Lake Park trails and lakefront scenery near Syracuse NY

See also other nearby parks like Oneida Shores Park, Green Lakes State Park, and the full Central NY Parks Directory.

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Onondaga Lake Park – Trails, Waterfront & Outdoor Recreation Near Syracuse NY