Hope Lake Park
Town of Virgil Hope Lake Park
The Beach is Closed for the Sesason
2023 Hours of Operation
Park: 10:30 AM-6:30 PM
Beach: 11:00 AM-6:00 PM
*the park managers reserve the right to close the park due to dangerous weather conditions.
Park Prices
Daily Passes: Non-Residents $5.00 per day*
Children under 2 years of age are free
Season Passes: Non- Resident $40.00 a season, Maximum of $175.00 per family
* Additional fees will apply for the pavilion, boat and fishing pole rentals, as well as bait.
Check in must be done at the Lifeguard and First Aid Station and an wristband will be provided for each visit.
For more information on Virgil resident fees, please contact the Virgil Town Clerk at 607-835-6174 ext#2
Non-Resident Group Rates:
* Please note that the $75.00 deposit fee will be refunded if the pavilion is left clean. Please note that a deposit of 50% is required in advance to hold your reservation. Any cancellations must be received at least 21 days in advance to receive the 50% deposit less a $25.00 administration fee.
Groups of 10-49: $4.00 per person
Groups of 59-99: $3.50 per person
Groups of 100 plus: $2.50 per person
Pavilion Rental Fees:
4 Hours: $300.00
Late Charge: $50.00 an hour
After Hours: $50.00 and hour
Clean up Deposit: $75.00
For 6 Hours: $380.00
Late Charge: $50.00 an hour
After Hours: $50.00 an hour
Clean up Deposit: $75.00*
For 8 Hours: $465.00
Late Charge: $50.00 an hour
Clean up Deposit: $75.00*
To rent the pavilion call Kim Thayler at 1-800-955-2754 ext. 6321
* Please note that the $75.00 deposit fee will be refunded if the pavilion is left clean. Please note that a deposit of 50% is requires in advance to hold your reservation. Any cancellations must be received at least 21 days in advance to receive the 50% deposit less a $25.00 administration fee.
** Pavilion fee does not include the park fee per person (non-resident), However group rates may apply. Maximum capacity of the pavilion may not exceed 160 people.
More information about Hope Lake Park
Boat Rental Fees:
Canoe, row boats, petal boats : $10.00 per hour
No personal boats are allowed at the lake
Stand up Paddle Boat Rental Fees:
Stand up Paddle Boards $20.00 per hour
Fishing Pole Rental
Pole Rental: $8.00 for 4 hrs
Fishing Licenses
A Valid NYS Fishing Licenses are required to fish at Hope Lake Park for all attendees over 16 years of age.
The Virgil Town Clerk is a NYS DEC sales agent, located at 1176 Church Street, Virgil NY Hours of Operation Mon., Wed.,Thurs. 10:00 AM-4:00 PM, Tuesdays 10:00AM -3:00 PM
NYS License Prices:
Annual License valid 365 days from the date of purchase: NYS Resident (ages 16-69) $25.00
NYS Resident (Ages 70+) $5.00
All Non Residents $50.00
7 Day License: NYS Resident $12.00
Nonresident $28.00
1 Day License: NYS Resident $5.00
Nonresident $10.00
Fishing at Hope Lake is a"catch and keep" lake. NYS DEC limits do apply. Please notify the park staff of your catch for restocking purposes.
Bait
Worms are available for sale: $6.00 per dozen
Equipment Rental Deposit
Basketballs and Volley balls are $5.00 per item
*Deposit is returned when items are returned undamaged.
Swimming Lessons
Virgil Residents $10.00 per person per season
Non-residents $40.00 per person per season
Park Contact Information
Hope Lake Park phone # 607-835-6562
Park Manager, Chris Quinlan 1-855-950-7233 ext. 6456
Email: hopelake@greekpeakmtnresort.com
Address: Hope Lake Park 2245 Clute Road, Virgil, NY 13045