Plan your visit

Year round, Little's Lake has something for everyone: anglers, birders, families, and anyone who wants a quiet walk in the woods.

Hours

Park & trails: Open 7 days a week, dawn to 7:00 PM
Caretaker, boats & museum: Wednesday–Sunday, 10:00 AM–4:00 PM, weather permitting

Call the caretaker at (518) 463-8585 before you come if you have questions, or check the alert at the top of this page for closures.

Directions

Weare C. Little Memorial Park Association
278 Van Rensselaer Blvd, Albany, NY 12204

At the corner of Route 378 and Van Rensselaer Blvd (Route 377).

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Things to do

Activities

Families rowing two rowboats on the lake.

Boating on the lake

Spend time on the water in our free rowboats. Boats are available during caretaker hours for adults 18 and over, first come, first served. Use a boat to find the perfect fishing spot.

Boating rules

A wooden "To Trail" sign on a tree in the woods.

Walking the trails

Experience nature on our wooded trails, with viewpoints, boardwalks, picnic tables, and a lean-to to rest in. Please sign in at the kiosk beside the Lodge before heading out.

Trail maps

Museum display of labeled wood samples from different tree species.

Nature museum

Learn about wildlife, ecosystems, and plants with hands-on displays in our small museum. Ask the caretaker about visiting.

Bring a group

An American robin in the grass with a worm in its beak.

Wildlife viewing

Pack your binoculars and bring your camera. Deer, turtles, frogs, songbirds, fish, and more make their home here. Share your photos with us on Facebook!

Wildlife photos

A smiling angler in a rowboat holding up a largemouth bass.

Fishing

Bring your rod and fish from a rowboat or from our docks. All you need is a valid New York State fishing license. Fishing is catch and release only.

Fishing rules

Before you go: read the park rules. In short: stay on the trails, keep dogs leashed, no swimming, no alcohol, no smoking or vaping, and pack out what you pack in.