Emerald Lake State Park offers car-top boat access via canoe/kayak launch for paddlers on the 20-acre lake, which is restricted to non-motorized watercraft.

The park features a sandy beach, boat rentals (canoes, kayaks, pedal boats, and stand-up paddleboards), picnic areas, and day-use hours from 10am to sunset.

Anglers and paddlers can access the lake from the main park facility located at 65 Emerald Lake Lane in East Dorset, with ample parking and amenities including a snack bar and restrooms.