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Smith Memorial Park is located in the beautiful rolling hills of Upstate NY, nestled on the edge of Seneca Lake. Come visit us!

We offer both seasonal and transient camping, free swimming at our beach and a boat launch for just $5.

10/08/2026

It may not be swimming weather anymore… but you can still shoot hoops at Smith Park! 🏀 Enjoy the fall sunshine!

09/19/2026

It’s almost Fall - and we have a month left of camping for you at Smith Park! 🍁 Book your spot and wake up next to Seneca Lake while you still can. 🛶

Click here to learn more and reserve a campsite: https://www.smithmemorialpark.com/camping

⛺️All campsites are located on bluffs above Seneca Lake and have a 2-3 minute walk downhill to the water.

🌲Amenities: Lake access, swim beach, boat launch, kayak rentals, two bathhouses, two pavilions, walking trails, basketball single court, 30-amp electric and non-electric campsites each with water, picnic table, fire ring, and a pleasant and natural setting conveniently located along the Seneca Lake W**e Trail.

09/11/2026

Throwback to our “Hector Family A-Fair” Parade float back in July! 🎡🎠🎢🎟️🎪

Did you happen to catch the Smith Park crew that day?

09/02/2026

We have firewood for sale: $25/truck load! 🔥 🪵

Do you live nearby and want to purchase local firewood? Get it from Smith Park! 🌳 These trees have been cut down during routine maintenance due to age, etc.

📞 Call us to schedule a time to pick up, and make sure you fill out a quick form at the office before you start! (607) 546-4467
👉 Wood is in logs and large chunks - you load.  
*NOTE: In accordance with DEC Law 6NYCRR Section 192.5 firewood restrictions: This wood is from an untreated wood source at Smith Memorial Park, Town of Hector, Schuyler County, New York, and cannot be moved further than 50 miles to stop the spread of invasive species.

08/28/2026

Come down to the park today (12-8pm) for the LAST DAY of swim beach life guards on duty. 🏊‍♀️ It’s been an amazing summer - we’ll see you next June for more swimming on Seneca Lake. ♥️

08/26/2026

We love our new welcome signs with the Haudenosaunee translations. 🪧

Find these at both entrances of the park. 👋

08/20/2026

We loved seeing all the kids and families this summer for “Library at the Lake,” a partnership between the Elizabeth B. Pert Memorial Library and Smith Memorial Park! 📚 Elizabeth B Pert Library

Each week the kiddos read stories, did nature-inspired crafts and got to play in the beautiful outdoors!

Did you miss this event series? Check out the library’s website for tons of other events they host all year long!
https://hector.stls.org

08/19/2026

Our flower garden road sign is looking vibrant! 🌺 Shout out to Toniah Cristy for keeping things blooming.

08/15/2026

If you see the Smith Park manager Mallory around, say hi! She works hard to make this community space run smoothly for all our visitors. 😎 You can usually find her in the park office or running around helping campers get settled in.

08/04/2026

Want to hang out on the water… but not jump in? Now you can paddle! 🛶  FOR RENT: single kayaks, tandem kayaks and canoes. Make sure to pop by the office to pay and grab a life jacket!

Prices on our website: https://www.smithmemorialpark.com/kayak-rentals  PS: Did you know Hector residents get 50% off kayak/canoe rentals, transient camping spots, pavilion rentals and boat launch fees? Inquire at the office!

PPS: Thanks to Brian Poulsen for donating the kayaks and canoes, and for designing our new website and map! ♥️

Address

5303 Park Avenue
Hector, NY
14841

Telephone

+16075464467

Website

http://smithmemorialpark.com/

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