Smith Memorial Park Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:26 PM — under 2h
- Water level
- 2.1 ft
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Water Conditions on Seneca Lake
Updated 22 min agoSource: USGS station 04232482 — KEUKA LAKE OUTLET AT DRESDEN NY · 4.2 mi from Seneca Lake
Launch Light & Moon — August 2
local timeWaning Gibbous (79% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Smith Memorial Park
| Location | Hector, New York |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Seneca Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.4/5 (95 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 42.492466, -76.885419 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Schuyler County |
| Phone | (607) 546-4467 |
Smith Memorial Park is a public boat launch providing access to Seneca Lake in Hector, New York at coordinates 42.49247, -76.88542. Rated 4.4/5 based on 95 Google reviews.
Smith Memorial Park is a public boat launch on Seneca Lake in Hector, Schuyler County, New York. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. This page shows live USGS water level and temperature, sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Smith Memorial Park
Is Smith Memorial Park free to use?
Yes, Smith Memorial Park is a public boat launch with free access in Hector, New York.
How is Smith Memorial Park rated?
Smith Memorial Park has a 4.4 out of 5 rating based on 95 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Smith Memorial Park access?
Smith Memorial Park provides boat launch access to Seneca Lake in Hector, New York.
How do I get to Smith Memorial Park?
Smith Memorial Park is located at coordinates 42.492466, -76.885419 in Hector, New York. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
The area surrounding Smith Memorial Park includes 6 other public boat ramps within 7.5 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.