New York State Park · Columbia County
Rolling hills and lush forest around Lake Taghkanic in Columbia County, with tent and trailer sites plus cabins and cottages. A swimming beach, boat launches and picnic areas ring the water; large rigs enter from Route 82.
$10 per vehicle — Vehicle Entrance Fee: $10 Collected: 5/23 - 6/28, weekends & holidays 6/29 - 9/7, daily
The park is open year round 8 am to sunset.
2026 Swimming Season
West Beach (East Beach is closed)
5/23 - 6/28: 10 am - 7 pm, Weekends and Holidays Only (Memorial Day and Juneteenth)
6/29 - 9/7: 10 am - 6 pm, Monday - Friday: 10 am - 6 pm, weekends/holidays
2026 Camping Season: 5/15 - 10/25
Hours as published by NY State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.
Phone518-851-3631
Address1528 Route 82, Ancram, NY 12502
Event details and registration are on the NY State Parks calendar.
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