*Admission to Charlton Park is FREE, unless there is a scheduled special event. Parking is always FREE.*
Administration and Education Office: Open year-round, call to schedule an appointment.
Historic Village:
After Labor Day through Memorial Day (September 3, 2024 - May 26, 2025), Historic Village open only for prescheduled groups (including guided tours) and special events.
- During weekdays - A portion of the Historic Village buildings are open, please call ahead for list of those open.
- During paid events - Historic Village buildings open.
- During unpaid events - Majority of Historic Village buildings open.
- Open daily Memorial Day through Labor Day from 9 am to 4 pm.
Many of the buildings are accessible. Check out the Take the Tour page and look for this symbol ♿ for more information.
Beach, Boat Launch and Recreation Area:
Free of charge, except for pavilion and facility rentals or during special events.
- Open daily June 1, 2024 - September 2, 2024 from 8 am to 9 pm, weather permitting.
- Open daily September 3, 2024 - October 20, 2024 from 8 am to 8 pm. Beach closed until May 2025 after Labor Day.
- Open daily October 21, 2024 - October 31, 2024 from 8 am to 7 pm. Boat Ramp closed November 8, 2024.
- Open daily November 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025 from 8 am to 5 pm. Recreation Area gate may close due to poor road conditions.
- Recreation Area Closed for Father's Day Car Show.
Dogs are welcome at any time, but not inside of the buildings, unless they are service animals! Please keep them leashed (max length 6 ft.) and pick up after them. Please consult the event schedule before you decide to bring your pet - certain events are loud and may cause undue stress.