Gilbert Lake State Park
New York State Park · Otsego County
Gilbert Lake State Park entrance fee
$7 per vehicle — Vehicle Entrance Fee: Cars: $7 from May 23rd to September 7th. You may pay with cash/credit, or by one of the many NYS Admission Programs. Bus Fee: $35
Gilbert Lake State Park hours
Office hours are 8:00 am-9:00 pm daily until Columbus Day, 10/12/2026. For assistance, call 607-432-2114.
Camping/Cabins:
2026 Season: Cabins 1-12, 17-21 Sunday to Sunday. Cabins 13-16, 22-33 Saturday to Saturday.
Hours as published by NY State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.
About Gilbert Lake State Park
A lake and three ponds in wooded, hilly country in the Catskill foothills, with cabins, campsites and over 12 miles of interconnecting trail. Swimming, boat rentals and a disc golf course fill out the day.
Things to do
- 🥾 Hiking
- 🚲 Biking
- 🛶 Paddling
- 🏊 Swimming
- 🎣 Fishing
- ⛵ Boating
- 🧭 Geocaching
- 🏹 Hunting
Amenities & facilities
- 🏕️ Campsites
- 🚿 Showers
- 🛖 Cabins
- 🛝 Playground
- 🚐 RV Dump Station
Camping options
- Campsites
- Cabins
Contact
Phone607-432-2114
Address18 CCC Road, Laurens, NY 13796
🎒 Gear up for Gilbert Lake State Park
Popular gear for what this park offers:
- Tents
- Kayaks
- Fishing rods
- Hiking boots
- Trail cameras
- Bike helmets
- Water shoes
- Life jackets
- Handheld GPS
- Bug spray
- Coolers
- Sleeping bags
- Camp chairs
- Camp stoves
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