Parks and Recreation

Embrace the Great Outdoors!

With thousands of acres of forests and trails plus dozens of lakes, rivers and ponds, Oswego County is rich in natural beauty. Combine these with the many nature parts and environmental education centers, outdoor enthusiasts will find many ways to enjoy the great outdoors!

Kids Camps & Rec Programs:

Oswego County owns two children’s summer camps which are operated by the Oswego City-County Youth Bureau, part of Oswego Parks and Recreation.

Located on Great Lake Ontario in Oswego, NY, Camp Hollis provides a fun summer camp experience for youth. The facility also hosts weddings, retreats, reunions, educational programs and more when camp is not in session.

Located in Williamstown as part of the 542-acre Oswego County Nature Park, Camp Zerbe offers weekly themed camp sessions for kids, nature trails and “kettle hole” lakes. Facilities are also available to rent for events.

The Oswego City-County Youth Bureau offers programming and events for children year-round. For more information about the camps or programming, go to https://youthbureau.oswegocounty.com/youth_bureau_/index.php.

Explore Parks and Recreation

Mexico Point State Park

Mexico Point State Park

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Sandy Island Beach State Park

Sandy Island Beach State Park

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Selkirk Shores State Park

Selkirk Shores State Park

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Taft Bay – David C. Webb Memorial Park

Taft Bay – David C. Webb Memorial Park

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Winona State Forest Recreation Area

Winona State Forest Recreation Area

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Kids Camps & rec programs

Camp Zerbe

The Oswego County Nature Park at Camp Zerbe is owned by Oswego County and is operated by the Oswego City-County Youth Bureau, division of Parks and Recreation.
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Camp Hollis

Located on the shores of beautiful Lake Ontario, Camp Hollis serves thousands of county residents each year through the many programs offered at Camp Hollis.
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