Fort Niagara
Fort Niagara
Fort Niagara State Park offers two fully-equipped trailer boat launches on the Niagara River (west side on Gaines Ave) providing access to both the river and Lake Ontario, with an $8 launch fee and a fish cleaning station nearby.
The park features extensive shoreline along Lake Ontario ideal for shore fishing, picnic areas, and ample parking, though swimming in the Niagara River or Lake Ontario is prohibited.
The site is open year-round from dawn to dusk, with the adjacent Old Fort Niagara Historic Site offering additional visitor amenities including a museum, gift shop, and snack bar.
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