Water Activities in St. Lawrence County
Get out on the water and explore more than 200 rivers, ponds and lakes in St. Lawrence County. From boating, paddling, and swimming, to scuba diving and water sports, there's something fun for everyone.
Boating
Recreational boating is a treasured summer activity in St. Lawrence County. Cruise the mighty St. Lawrence River and enjoy the freshwater rivers and lakes.
Fishing
Explore some of the best fishing New York has to offer in our rivers, lakes, bays, streams & reservoirs.
Beaches & Swimming
Relax at the beach, kick it at the sandbar, dip your toes in at the edge, or jump right in!
Paddling
There are more than 200 rivers, ponds, and lakes in St. Lawrence County and also part of the Adirondack Park, which boasts more than 3,000.
Scuba Diving
The St. Lawrence River offers a variety of scuba diving sites from quite challenging to suitable for the novice.
Where to Launch Your Boat
Check here for DEC Boat Launches throughout St. Lawrence County
**The list below is NOT comprehensive. Check with the DEC for facilities and boat launches in your area.
Canton
Little River Boat Launch
Park Street/County Route 27
Chippewa Bay
Aiken Marina
20 New Rd., Chippewa Bay, NY 13646
This Marina offers inside boat storage and repairs. Get a quote on their website today.
Clifton-Fine
Sucker Lake Boat Launch
559-546 Sucker Lake Rd
This is a hand launch with a parking restriction of 5 cars. This launch is for electric motors only.
Hammond
Lakeside Treasures & Marina
2675 County Rte 6, Hammond, NY 13646
They offer boat rentals and repairs, and have an antique shop on the premises.
Schermerhorn Harbor Marina
71 Schermerhorn Landing Rd Hammond, NY 13646
Cottage and boar rentals on site. General store, shuttle to Singer Castle, and restaurant.
Heuvelton
Heuvelton Boat Launch
Lisbon Street, Heuvelton, NY 13654
This boat launch has free parking and picnic tables available.
Massena
Barnhart Island Marina
Beach Road Massena, NY 13662
This marina is located near the Barnhart Island Beach and Robert Moses State Park.
Hawkins Point Visitor Center
Robert Moses State Park, Massena, NY 13662
This is a hard surface boat launch with a parking restriction of 12 cars and trailers.
Massena Intake Boat Launch
1415 State Highway 131, Massena, NY 13662
This is a hard surface launch owned by the NYS Power Authority, with a parking restriction of 30 cars and trailers.
Morristown
Jacques Cartier Boat Launch
Jacques Cartier State Park, Morristown, NY 13646
This is a hard surface launch with a parking restriction of 10 cars and trailers.
RiverWatch Marina
111 Main Street Morristown, NY 13664
Wrights Marina next door has food, drinks, supplies, repairs, pump-out services. Winter boat storage, RV, and car storage is available through the marina.
Piercefield
Piercefield Boat Launch
Adirondack Park, off of Route 3, Piercefield, NY 13664
This is an unimproved trailer launch with a parking restriction of 10 cars and trailers. There is an accessible fishing dock and overlook. There is also a picnic area here.
Ogdensburg
Hosmer's Marina & Smuggler's Cafe
54 East River Street Ogdensburg, NY 13669
Hosmer's Marina offers gas, docking, bait and tackle, and a restaurant with food for everyone.
Ogdensburg Municipal Marina
Isabella St. Ogdensburg, NY 13669
This marina has 71 slips, docks, a playground, tennis courts, a swimming pool, and a walking trail. The Marina is nearby the Frederick Remington Art Museum and other downtown businesses.
Patterson Street Boat Launch
50 Patterson St. Ogdensburg, NY 13669
Eel Weir State Park Boat Launch
424 Co Rd 4
This is a hard surface boat launch with a parking restriction of 55 cars and trailers.
Waddington
Coles Creek Marina
Route 37 Waddington, NY 13694
This Marina offers gas, maintenance, a picnic area, a ship store, and water sport rentals.
Whittaker Park Boat Launch
Park Lane, Waddington, NY 13694
Brandy Brook Boat Launch
McGinnis Road, Waddington, NY 13694
This boat launch has a parking restriction of 10 cars and 10 trailers.
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