Haverstraw Beach State Park is a Hudson River shoreline park in the Rockland Lake State Park complex, just north of the Rockland Lake golf course. Its riverfront setting, connections to the Hook Mountain/Nyack Beach Bikeway and Hudson River Greenway, and links to local history make it a useful outdoor stop near Stony Point.
- Location: East side of Route 9W, just north of the Rockland Lake golf course.
- Typical hours: Open daily
- Facilities: No restrooms at the park.
What to expect at the riverfront park
Haverstraw Beach State Park is a shoreline section of the larger Rockland Lake State Park complex, with the Hudson River as its central feature. The Hook Mountain/Nyack Beach Bikeway and Hudson River Greenway pass through the park, so you can include it as part of a longer route as well as a brief riverfront stop.
The shoreline also has a place in Revolutionary War history. British Major John Andre met General Benedict Arnold here on September 22, 1780. Andre had paddled from the British warship Vulture to the shore under cover of night; he was hanged as a spy at Tappan on October 2, 1780.
Shoreline and outdoor activities
The park’s defining outdoor feature is its Hudson River shoreline, while the bikeway and Greenway provide routes through the park. You can take in the riverfront and then continue along one of these paths; the park’s connections also make it possible to fold the shoreline into a longer walk or ride.
The shoreline has seen other uses over time. In 1845, as Haverstraw’s brick industry grew, the Snedeker family built a shipyard at the “V” shape. Brickyard barges were repaired there, and day-line boats stopped at the site. A fire burned the family’s dock in 1854, after which it was abandoned.
The High Tor State Park trails and views add another outdoor option around Stony Point.
How do you get to Haverstraw Beach State Park from Stony Point?
From Budget Motor Inn- Stony Point, the drive to Haverstraw Beach State Park takes about 7 minutes. The park is on the east side of Route 9W, just north of the Rockland Lake golf course.
The park sits within the Rockland Lake State Park complex. See the room options.
Hours, facilities and access checks
Haverstraw Beach State Park is open from dawn to dusk, and it has no restrooms. Plan your visit with those details in mind, especially if you intend to spend time on the shoreline or continue along the routes through the park.
Opening hours
- Monday to Sunday: 7 AM–6 PM
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
Hours and access details can change, so check the Palisades Parks Conservancy’s official site before you go.
Other nearby outdoor stops
Emeline Park in Haverstraw offers another waterfront setting, with Hudson River views, fishing, picnicking, walking and a playground. Scenic Hudson gives its address as 30 Liberty Street, Haverstraw, New York 10927, and describes it as a 3-acre park.
For a history-focused stop, Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site preserves the fortress captured by American forces in a surprise attack in 1779. The Haverstraw–Nyack Path begins in Dutchtown and extends into Nyack Beach State Park, offering a broader local route to consider alongside the riverfront park.
A one-day Stony Point itinerary can help you pair local history with time outdoors.
FAQs
Is Haverstraw Beach State Park part of Rockland Lake State Park?
Yes. Haverstraw Beach State Park is part of the larger Rockland Lake State Park complex.
Can you use a bikeway or Greenway through the park?
Yes. The Hook Mountain/Nyack Beach Bikeway and Hudson River Greenway run through the park.
Are there restrooms at Haverstraw Beach State Park?
No. The park has no restrooms.
What historic event is associated with the shoreline?
British Major John Andre met General Benedict Arnold at the shoreline on September 22, 1780. Andre was later hanged as a spy at Tappan.