Natural swimming hole
Ausable Point Campground
Lake · New York
Community-reported spot. Details below are compiled from public sources and are reported to be accurate — always verify locally before visiting.
About this swimming hole
DEC’s Ausable Point Campground on Lake Champlain has a swimming beach open to swimming when lifeguards are on duty. The Peru-area campground beach typically closes to swimming in late August as guards return to school. Day users pay the standard DEC day-use fee.
Good to know
| Water type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Best season | June-September |
| Fees | DEC day-use fee |
| Reservations required | No |
| County | Clinton County |
| Nearest town | Peru |
| Safety notes | Swimming only with lifeguards; closes ~Aug 22 |
Map
(approximate location)Nearby swimming holes
Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Ausable Point Campground?
Yes — Ausable Point Campground is listed as a natural swimming spot in New York. Heads-up: Swimming only with lifeguards; closes ~Aug 22. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Ausable Point Campground require reservations?
No reservations are required at Ausable Point Campground based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Ausable Point Campground?
Reported fee info: DEC day-use fee. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Ausable Point Campground?
The best season is typically June-September.