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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
Skip the beach today.
83% rain · Thunderstorms · 56°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
A chance of rain showers between noon and 2pm, then showers and thunderstorms between 2pm and 5pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a high near 68. Southeast wind 3 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm, then showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 59. Southeast wind 7 to 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Weather
- 68°F air — cool but workable
- 83% rain — wet day — beach day is off
Water
- 56°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
5 /100
skip
0 Swim
15 Sunbathe
0 Walk
21 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
68°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
3 to 8 mph
SE
Rain
83%
Today
UV Peak
3 Moderate
Peaks 02 PM · burn in ~67m
Burn-free before 01 PM & after 03 PM
Tomorrow
64°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
56°F
Cold
Water Quality
Clean
42 #/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:24 AM
Sunset
8:50 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
64°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
45%
12
68°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
17%
64
70°
Mostly Sunny
2%
63
74°
Mostly Sunny
12%
73
77°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
31%
34
77°
Chance Rain Showers
37%
61
What to Bring Today
- critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 56°F — dangerously cold
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 83% chance of rain
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
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Sandy Island Beach State Park (Sandy Pond).
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Frequently Asked
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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