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Monroe County, NY · Great Lakes
Hamlin Beach State Park
1 Hamlin Beach State Park, Hamlin, NY 14464
A Lake Ontario state park 25 miles west of Rochester with a mile of swimmable south-shore beach, the Devil's Nose bluffs at the east end, and a 264-site electric campground.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
47°F water · 73°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny, with a high near 73. West wind around 8 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 57. West wind around 7 mph.
Weather
- 73°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 47°F water — dangerously cold — do not swim
57 /100
good
30 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
73°F
Clear
Wind
8 mph
W
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
85°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
47°F
Too cold to swim
Water Quality
Clean
36 #/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:33 AM
Sunset
8:46 PM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
85°
Sunny
0%
65
89°
Partly Sunny
0%
54
82°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
57%
22
73°
Chance Rain Showers
28%
54
73°
Mostly Sunny
4%
63
76°
Mostly Sunny
3%
65
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 47°F — dangerously cold
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
NY State Park day-use lots; Empire Pass accepted.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on guarded swimming beaches. Permitted on the two unguarded beaches east of Area 1 and in front of Area 5. Leash max 6 ft, current rabies certificate required.
Entry Fee
NY parking fee in season (~$8–$10/vehicle); Empire Pass $80/year for unlimited entry (2026).
Address
1 Hamlin Beach State Park, Hamlin, NY 14464
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Hamlin Beach State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Hamlin Beach State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Hamlin Beach State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on guarded swimming beaches. Permitted on the two unguarded beaches east of Area 1 and in front of Area 5. Leash max 6 ft, current rabies certificate required.
Is there an entry fee at Hamlin Beach State Park?
NY parking fee in season (~$8–$10/vehicle); Empire Pass $80/year for unlimited entry (2026).
Are there lifeguards at Hamlin Beach State Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Hamlin Beach 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 Hamlin Beach State Park?
Amenities at Hamlin Beach State Park include lifeguards (seasonal), restrooms, showers, snack bars, picnic pavilions, grills, campground (264 sites), nature trails.
When is the water warmest at Hamlin Beach 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 Hamlin Beach State Park located?
Hamlin Beach State Park is in Monroe County, NY, at 1 Hamlin Beach State Park, Hamlin, NY 14464.
Nearby Beaches
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