Swimming

Spectacular swimming

Jump in and make a splash! The Lake Champlain Region has both private sandy swimming beaches and several sandy public beaches located around the lake, offering opportunities to swim, paddle and soak up the sun. Many of the public beaches and campgrounds have boat launches and rentals, picnic areas and recreation facilities as well.

Near Ticonderoga, head to the family-oriented Black Point Public Beach; it's known for its "million-dollar view." The sandy beach offers spectacular views of historic Rogers Rock and the lake. Farther north, we love the Westport Municipal Beach, Noblewood Park in Willsboro, the Lincoln Pond Campground in Elizabethtown or Bulwagga Beach in Port Henry.

Children play on a sandy beach at dusk with a broad lake in the backgournd.

Leave No Trace and Love Your ADK

The magic of the Adirondacks is the result of previous generations taking a long view and protecting the mountains, lakes, and rivers within the Blue Line. That tradition continues today as we support and encourage everyone to practice Leave No Trace ethics, which help protect the lands and waters of the Adirondacks.

Seven Principles of Leave No Trace

Champ’s Frequently Asked Questions

Can you swim in Lake Champlain?

Yes, Lake Champlain is the perfect place to make a splash on a hot summer's day!

Are there public beaches?

The Lake Champlain Region has several sandy public beaches located around the lake, offering opportunites to swim, paddle, and soak up the sun.

Are there whales in Lake Champlain?

No, but there is a legendary lake monster known as Champ or Champy!

How cold is Lake Champlain?

The average temperature of Lake Champlain is between 65 and 70 degrees in the summer months.

Legendary

This lovely park transitions from river and forest to lake and beach.

Port Henry's Champ Beach Park

Port Henry

Beach Road, Port Henry | (518) 546-7123

It's a small town beach with a big presence. By being here, you increases your odds of seeing Champ! There's also a sandy beach, playground, nearby amenities, and a lovely riverside stroll through the park which contains one of the many rivers and...

Campgrounds

Swimming, Parks, Public Campgrounds, Flatwater Paddles, Birding

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Noblewood Park

Willsboro

Route 22, Willsboro | (518) 963-8668

With its sweeping views of Lake Champlain, Vermont's Green Mountains, the Boquet River, and the Adirondack foothills, Noblewood Park is one of the hidden jewels of the Adirondack-Champlain region.

Flatwater Paddles, Parks, Swimming, Birding, Public Campgrounds

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Bulwagga Bay Park

Port Henry

Bulwagga Bay Road, Port Henry | (518) 546-7500

Canoe, kayak, swim, and bird all at Bulwagga Bay! Say "hi" to Champ if you're in the area.

Flatwater Paddles, Swimming, Birding, Parks

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Bulwagga Bay Park

Port Henry

Bulwagga Bay Road, Port Henry | (518) 546-7500

Canoe, kayak, swim, and bird all at Bulwagga Bay! Say "hi" to Champ if you're in the area.

Paddling

Flatwater Paddles, Swimming, Birding, Parks

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Black Point Beach

Ticonderoga

11 Tiroga Beach Lane, Ticonderoga | (518) 585-6619

Maintained by the Town of Ticonderoga, Black Point Beach is open daily through the summer from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. No fee.

Swimming

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Lincoln Pond Campground

Elizabethtown

4363 Lincoln Pond Road, Elizabethtown | (518) 942-5292

This small, sheltered, pond is a popular camping, boating, and swimming destination. Choose from primitive, island, or developed sites. Bathing beach and boat rentals. Facilities in main complex. Backcountry and boat access-only sites in more...

Campgrounds

Public Campgrounds, Back Country Camping, Swimming

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Noblewood Park

Willsboro

Route 22, Willsboro | (518) 963-8668

With its sweeping views of Lake Champlain, Vermont's Green Mountains, the Boquet River, and the Adirondack foothills, Noblewood Park is one of the hidden jewels of the Adirondack-Champlain region.

Paddling

Flatwater Paddles, Parks, Swimming, Birding, Public Campgrounds

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Port Henry's Champ Beach Park

Port Henry

Beach Road, Port Henry | (518) 546-7123

Paddling

Swimming, Parks, Public Campgrounds, Flatwater Paddles, Birding

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Lincoln Pond Campground

Elizabethtown

4363 Lincoln Pond Road, Elizabethtown | (518) 942-5292

Public Campgrounds, Back Country Camping, Swimming

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Noblewood Park

Willsboro

Route 22, Willsboro | (518) 963-8668

With its sweeping views of Lake Champlain, Vermont's Green Mountains, the Boquet River, and the Adirondack foothills, Noblewood Park is one of the hidden jewels of the Adirondack-Champlain region.

Flatwater Paddles, Parks, Swimming, Birding, Public Campgrounds

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Noblewood Park

Willsboro

Route 22, Willsboro | (518) 963-8668

With its sweeping views of Lake Champlain, Vermont's Green Mountains, the Boquet River, and the Adirondack foothills, Noblewood Park is one of the hidden jewels of the Adirondack-Champlain region.

Flatwater Paddles, Parks, Swimming, Birding, Public Campgrounds

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Noblewood Park

Willsboro

Route 22, Willsboro | (518) 963-8668

With its sweeping views of Lake Champlain, Vermont's Green Mountains, the Boquet River, and the Adirondack foothills, Noblewood Park is one of the hidden jewels of the Adirondack-Champlain region.

Campgrounds

Flatwater Paddles, Parks, Swimming, Birding, Public Campgrounds

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