*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:
Memorial Day through Labor Day (May 26, 2025 - September 1, 2025)
- 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.
- After Labor Day - Open only for prescheduled groups (including guided tours) and special events.
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 May 26, 2025 - September 1, 2025 from 8 am to 9 pm, weather permitting.
- Open daily September 2, 2025 - October 20, 2025 from 8 am to 8 pm. Beach closed until May 2026 after Labor Day.
- Open daily October 21, 2025 - October 31, 2025 from 8 am to 7 pm. Boat Ramp closed November 8, 2025.
- Open daily November 1, 2025 - May 25, 2026 from 8 am to 6 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.