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Pattersonville, NY 12137
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Regional Listing With A Private-Operator Public-Admission Beach AlternativeNY
Stratford Region Swimming Spots In Upstate New York
By Hidden Swimming Holes Team · Record updated
Background: generated illustration, not a photograph of this location.
Use Pine Lake Park's named guarded beach, weather-dependent hours and admission instead of searching unspecified Stratford creek pull-offs. Confirm the actual season.
Swimming restriction
Use the operator's designated beach during actual authorized operation and follow lifeguard instructions. No natural rock slides, bridge jumps, private-bank crossing or unstaffed after-hours access is established.
Water type
Regional Listing With A Private-Operator Public-Admission Beach Alternative
Access
Informal
Fee
Published beach admission is $5 for adults and children, free under age two. Boat rentals and miniature golf cost extra; confirm next-season rates.
Best season
The operator lists May-June weekends and daily operation starting in July, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., weather permitting. It does not establish an October or year-round beach season
Nearby towns
Albany, Gloversville, Canajoharie, Pine Lake, Stratford, Salisbury Center
Water body
Unidentified Historical Regional Waters; Separately Named Pine Lake Beach
Location
Map & Directions
Nearby towns
Albany, Gloversville, Canajoharie, Pine Lake, Stratford, Salisbury Center
Access location not verified
SALISBURY CENTER, NY
Approximate location based on the nearest town. Confirm the exact spot and access before you go.
Sources & checks
This is a desk-researched listing. A record update or map check does not confirm current swimming permission or water conditions.
- Swimming rules
- Current swimming permission has not been independently confirmed for this listing. Check with the land manager before entering the water.
- Access location not verified
- The recorded location has no completed source check. Confirm the entrance, legal access, and parking before travelling.
- Record updated
- · This is a data update, not a field visit.
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Stratford and Pine Lake
The original directions stop at the Route 10/29A Pine Lake orientation without identifying four historical water entries. Pine Lake Park is a separately named current swimming option with an actual beach operator, admission and lifeguards, not proof of four recovered creek stops.
A named beach is more useful than an unspecified pull-off
Pine Lake Park's operator confirms public beach admission and lifeguards. This makes it a concrete regional planning option, without inventing the four historical stops missing after the archive's Pine Lake junction directions.
Read beach hours, not office hours
The operator separately lists office and beach schedules. The beach is weather-dependent, with May-June weekends and daily operation beginning in July, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. That schedule does not establish the final seasonal closing date or off-season entry; call 518-835-4930.
Budget for the visit you actually want
The published $5 beach admission is separate from paid boat rentals and miniature golf. Changing areas, restrooms and picnic facilities are documented at the operated park. Camping requires separate arrangements, and the regional title grants no access to other lakefront properties or creek banks.
Plan with the named source
Getting There
Use Pine Lake Park's current entrance instructions at the Route 10/29A junction; its in-season address is 110 Timberline Lane, Caroga Lake. Ask which entrance applies to your beach visit rather than following arbitrary regional pull-offs.
Quick Navigation
Access Notes
Use Pine Lake Park's current entrance instructions at the Route 10/29A junction; its in-season address is 110 Timberline Lane, Caroga Lake. Ask which entrance applies to your beach visit rather than following arbitrary regional pull-offs.
Plan Your Visit
Parking & Access
Confirm the entrance, parking arrangements, and legal access with the land manager. A map pin does not establish a public right of access. Follow posted routes and never block gates or driveways.
Regulations & Fees
Use the operator's designated beach during actual authorized operation and follow lifeguard instructions. No natural rock slides, bridge jumps, private-bank crossing or unstaffed after-hours access is established. Public park access does not necessarily include permission to swim. Respect private property and posted restrictions.
Seasonality & Flow
Water conditions can change quickly. This listing does not provide a current safety or water-quality assessment. Check official alerts and avoid entering water when conditions or permission are uncertain.
What to Bring
Bring sturdy water shoes to protect your feet on rocks and slippery surfaces. A waterproof dry bag keeps your phone, keys, and valuables safe. Pack a quick-dry towel, sun protection, and drinking water - never drink from the natural water source.
Nearby Facilities
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Map data retrieved 2026-06-15
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Frequently Asked Questions About Stratford Region Swimming Spots In Upstate New York
Where is a named operated beach in this region?
Pine Lake Park confirms public-admission swimming at Pine Lake. It is an explicit modern regional option, not a recovered identity for four missing historical stops.
What address does the operator publish?
Its in-season address is 110 Timberline Lane, Caroga Lake, at the Route 10/29A area. Confirm the appropriate beach entrance directly.
What are the published beach hours?
May-June weekends and daily operation starting in July, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., weather permitting. Call to confirm the actual season and day.
How much is beach admission?
The operator lists $5 for adults and children, with children under two free. Rentals and miniature golf have separate charges.
Are lifeguards and changing facilities listed?
Yes. Pine Lake Park lists certified lifeguards, changing facilities and restrooms during its authorized operation. Do not transfer those services to unrelated creek stops.
Can a beach ticket be used for overnight camping?
No overnight permission follows from beach admission. Arrange a camping stay separately with the operator.
Location & Area Map
Safety Information
Important Safety Tips
- Avoid jumping, diving, natural slides and high or rising flow
- A recreation listing or clear appearance is not a water-quality or depth guarantee
Cultural & Historical Context
Historical Background
Historical directions are retained separately; use current manager instructions for travel.
Photography Guide
Photo Opportunities
Photograph only from currently lawful viewpoints; no exact water-entry photograph is approved here.
Conservation & Ethics
Protect This Place
Follow current manager routes and fire restrictions, respect private parcels and pack out waste.
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At a Glance
Best Time to Visit
The operator lists May-June weekends and daily operation starting in July, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., weather permitting. It does not establish an October or year-round beach season; call before travel.
Difficulty Level
Use current named entrance and route information. No general family-safe depth, easy creek descent or surveyed accessible water entry is asserted.
Fee
Published beach admission is $5 for adults and children, free under age two. Boat rentals and miniature golf cost extra; confirm next-season rates.
Facilities
The operator lists certified lifeguards, changing facilities, restrooms, picnic pavilion/tables/grills and seasonal refreshments. These services belong to Pine Lake Park, not unnamed Stratford creek banks.
Activities
Swimming only at the specifically named authorized destination during actual operation; regional creek and shoreline entries have separate access limits.
Phone
518-835-4930
Safety & Access Notice
This information is for general planning only and may be incomplete, outdated, or inaccurate. Access rules, closures, water levels, currents, hazards, and legal restrictions can change at any time. Always verify current rules with the land manager or official source before visiting.
You are responsible for your own safety and for following all posted signs, laws, and local regulations. Read the full disclaimer.
Camping Information
The park offers separately arranged seasonal camping. A beach admission does not authorize an overnight stay or camping at an unidentified regional pool.
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Safety & Access Notice
This information is for general planning only and may be incomplete, outdated, or inaccurate. Access rules, closures, water levels, currents, hazards, and legal restrictions can change at any time. Always verify current rules with the land manager or official source before visiting.
- Do not swim where swimming is prohibited, unsafe, or not clearly allowed.
- Follow posted signs, local regulations, closures, and private-property boundaries.
- Assess conditions on site. Water flow, depth, temperature, and underwater hazards change quickly.
- Never jump or dive without personally confirming depth and underwater obstacles.
- Swim with a buddy and consider flotation for weak or non-swimmers.
- Pack out all trash; respect wildlife and fragile environments.
You are responsible for your own safety and for following all posted signs, laws, and local regulations. Read the full disclaimer.
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Joshua Havens
Founder & Editor, Hidden Swimming Holes
Joshua Havens created Hidden Swimming Holes to make it easier for people to find — and safely visit — natural freshwater swimming destinations across the United States. He researches access conditions, water quality resources, and land management rules so you don't have to start from scratch. He holds a strong belief that good outdoor recreation information should be accurate, honest about its limitations, and freely available.
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