Croton Point Park

Croton Point Park is a **508-acre** peninsula into the Hudson River in Croton-on-Hudson. Westchester County’s big combo of camping, trails, model-aircraft field, and a supervised beach. For 2026, beach season is primarily **weekends and holidays** from late May through Labor Day (not a daily Glen Island, style schedule), typically **11 a.m., 6:30 p.m.** with last entry ~6 p.m. Beach admission and parking are separate charges; a Westchester County Park Pass lowers both. Dogs are **not allowed on the beach**. The Hudson has currents and variable water quality. swim only in the lifeguarded zone when the beach is open. Beyond swimming, the peninsula’s trails and Nature Center make it a full Westchester day trip when the beach schedule is weekend-only. Families often combine the beach with a campsite stay so car-unloading trips are short once weekend parking fills.

Croton Point Park works well as a day trip from Tarrytown or Ossining. Stock up in town, then head to the water with food, water, and sun protection. Pair the swim with a stop at Highlands Natural Pool (about 19 mi away) or browse more New York river spots in our directory. For the full list in New York, see our state directory.

A park access fee is required. Verify current rates, hours, and any seasonal closures (e.g., for swimming) on the official Westchester County Parks website before your visit. Parking is available on-site.

Once a Native American settlement and later a hub for brickmaking, Croton Point Park connects visitors to the region’s rich history and its literary ties to Washington Irving.

Croton Point Park is part of the Hudson River Estuary Program and focuses on protecting wetlands and wildlife. Follow Leave No Trace principles to preserve its ecological balance.